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Old 06-16-2020, 02:36 AM   #23 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by cRiPpLe_rOoStEr View Post
Considering what happens to some longitudinally-engined Volkswagens which have their radiator behind the left headlight, which tend to overheat more often when the radiator flaps are removed, seems like your idea of resorting to flaps at speeds which allow a natural air flow is worth.
Thanks, I guess I will pull the radiator back out and install flaps then. I don't see how it could hurt and it may help a little so why not. I also came up with the idea of adding flaps on the top and sides of the shroud to allow airflow through there at speed too, I could drill holes and cover them with rubber flaps. I wouldn't install flaps on the bottom of the shroud though since they would hang down and not get sucked closed when the fans are on.
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