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Originally Posted by some_other_dave
A lot of the sports-racers from the 70s (e.g., Porsche 917K, Ferrari 512) had the fender cut away aft of the rear wheels. Not sure if it was more for down-force or if it helped drag.
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FYI the 917 was designed for downforce not low drag. Jack discusses this in his blog.
MAX Update No. 90: Why ' Real Old' Beats ' Old'
Nimble, I remember reading somewhere that in general, smaller wheel houses are more aerodymanic/low drag, so you are on the right track. I brought my belly pan as close as was reasonable to the rear wheels and extended the fenderliner down to seal out turbulence, slush and snow.
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