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Old 01-17-2019, 10:47 AM   #6 (permalink)
Ecky
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Originally Posted by mpg_numbers_guy View Post
I've been thinking about fabricating something to cover the rear well area to prevent salt from getting in. What's wrong with air exiting underneath the car? Seems like the airflow under the car would keep the exhausted air flow attached.
Unsure. Might make it a high pressure zone? Just a guess.

I don't think I get salt in from the rear/bottom, but the tires throw salt all over the catalyst when turning, which is probably why they rust so badly. I could also see salt affecting the coil packs on the back of the engine.
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