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Old 10-20-2021, 11:51 PM   #40 (permalink)
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When the target is 22 degrees, in plan that's 44 degrees --close enough to 45.

In my experiment with Zeppelin-izing a Beetle I established a 45 degree bulkhead and found where the gentlest curve to reach it was.



The solid bulkhead is where a boat tail without the reflex curve would terminate. The open bulkhead is at the original bumper location. I think terminating in a vertical line instead of a low point would impart directional stability.

I guess I've never posted the picture, but I established that a Studebaker Starlight-style V-shaped window would not impair rear vision. Cooling would be through the front of the rear fenders. Oversize like Tatra to allow either side to work in a crosswind.
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