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Old 03-27-2012, 07:01 PM   #11 (permalink)
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Helga - '00 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
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Originally Posted by Cd View Post
Metro : I noticed one of the guys here at Ecomodder that came to your GreenGrandPrix had a hunter green Jetta TDI the same generation as this car. I remember it because it had a white ABS " catfish whiskers " style airdam which covers the wheels from the front, but is open in the middle, thereby decreasing frontal area.
I can't locate the image, but I know some of you guys will know the car.
Ya, that makes sense. Direct the air around the front suspension and tires. The skid plate does a pretty good job of preventing the air flow from getting into the engine compartment. Would love to see the pic if you can find it!

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