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Old 11-20-2013, 07:57 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by wmjinman View Post
It doesn't look to me like it's an issue of aerodynamic lift, but simply the wheels digging into the ground enough to "trip" it & start it rolling.
When the arse lifts up, the nose digs in, it's a lever.

People mock rear wings on FWD cars all the time, but if balanced up with the front down-force they can play a role in high speed handling/safety.

Maybe this old Lambo below holds a clue.

Lamborghini Countach - Front Spoiler - Red - Front Angle
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