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Old 12-16-2008, 01:25 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by scubascooby View Post
A couple of years ago I fitted aircon to the Impreza Sport and thought I should add some mesh behind the grill to protect the new radiator. The holes in the Subaru grill are huge and so stones do hit the rad.

I am thinking of adding some narrow mesh (5 x 2.3mm) to the upper grill opening. The upper grill doesn't do much for the rads but the air intake is above and behind the headlamp so I don't want to restrict it too much.

To maintain the appearance I am going to put the mesh behind the existing grill if I can find a way to attach it securely and neatly.

I wondered if this might help the aerodynamics a little ?
I've seen many race cars use 13mm hardware cloth ahead of the heat-exchangers.It adds a tiny bit of turbulence(no big deal) and may keep the car in the race,should a leading car kick something up off the track.I'll give it a thumbs-up!Just check it for obstructions during "bug-season".
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