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Old 01-14-2013, 05:14 PM   #29 (permalink)
Sven7
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On which vehicle? The F-150 is the #1 selling vehicle in America after all. Proving gains on that sled would really open a big segment of the market!
You could partner with "bondo" on here and offer the aero cap and skirts as a package.

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I would be very interested in the ABS version. One thing I've been planning was to build some that mimic a Prius or Volt rear bumper. They cleanly detach airflow with a trip line.



If you could do a sort of partial body kit for the rear of a 5th gen Civic hatch I'd be all in. With the way the body curves in on the bottom you could possibly make the skirt and trip into one piece. Assuming you figure out a good attachment method that allows quick removal for tire changes, it could be really great.

For two unpainted skirts I would be willing to pay $80, but for two unpainted skirt/trips like the prius up there, I would do $150.

With the VX models and whatnot I think the Civic would be a smart choice. EG and EK first, then the newer ones.

I would definitely be down to lend my Transportation Design BFA and aero experience to the cause. If you need some nice sketches, renderings, design stuff or anything let me know- I'd be glad to consult and it would be good on the resume.

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