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Old 08-20-2008, 12:29 AM   #2 (permalink)
FastPlastic
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Sounds like a good idea to me. I'll start.

Mirrors create a large amount of drag on a car because of the wake created behind the mirror. Smaller more aerodynamic mirrors especially ones with a small connecting arm will reduce drag.
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