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Old 11-21-2013, 10:47 AM   #7 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Big time View Post
Supposing it is structurally feasible, where where it would be more beneficial to place the hot air outlet?
I think looking at theory is great for just generating ideas and concepts, but as a project I see nothing but disappointment ahead - sorry.

Have you calculated the inside of the a typical A-pillar? Is it around 1-2 square inches?

Let's say it's 2-square inches a side, for a total of 4-square inches. How much air volume can you move (ignoring the sizable frictional looses at first), and how much do you need to move to achieve your goals?

Need to increase the velocity of the air to get the volume up, how would you do that (fan at one end)?

Nice idea as an idea, but the reality of the details are going to crush you. The devil is in the details they say, and this is one of those times.
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