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Old 03-03-2009, 07:26 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Bicycle Bob View Post
Yes, if it contacts the tire around mid-sidewall, it has to be quite flexible to accommodate the bulge at the bottom. I don't think the aero gains would be worth the trouble and friction. It is already so turbulent, that attached flow is the usual condition - good enough. Good idea for an ultimate vehicle, though.
I agree, it's probably more trouble than it's worth.

Not that you shouldn't try
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