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Originally Posted by aerohead
If you'll orbit by local truck stops,occasionally you may find mudflaps and side skirts which have been torn off big rigs.The price is definitely right.
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I was thinking about that the other day. Those mudflaps are made of durable stuff, and seem to have to s good stiffness and flexibility.
@Spacemanspif, if I can find the sites I'll post the links. I did some research on splitters a few years ago. What got me started was the Top Gear guys, racing a diesel BMW in some sort of race in Europe. That was back in 07-08. Found one!
https://hookedondriving.wordpress.co...ont-splitters/ Found two!
BMW Race Car Aerodynamics Part 1: Practical Splitter and Air Dam Design | Lang Racing Development
I do need to come up with better material. I've only used 3/8" plywood painted with oil-based paint, and with RTV on the front face, and it isn't that durable. Only lasts about 12-18 months before deterioration sets in. I'm thinking about ABS welding some 1/8" sheets together for the splitter...