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Old 04-18-2022, 03:51 PM   #26 (permalink)
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Also random question for the super aero math people, most of the tests that mention side mirrors being about 3 percent of drag, give or take, seem to be tests done at the classic 55mph. So I’d that a static or fluid/compounded percent? Does the 3 percent effect Increase the faster you go?

Obviously mirrors have barely any affect at 30mph in the city. And then tests around 55mph show a measurable drag increase. So would drag multiple even more when you’re going 80-90 mph and you see even more benefit of removing the mirrors? Or would it still stay at that 3 percent they claim

Sorry for such a noob or ignorant question. I’m just trying to soak in all of the knowledge I can!
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