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Forum: Aerodynamics 10-18-2023, 09:30 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
I was going to lie and say it was unaffected, but...

I was going to lie and say it was unaffected, but I'm used to driving semi and box truck etc.
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-18-2023, 12:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
Almost forgot my cowl delete panel. Rainx on the...

Almost forgot my cowl delete panel. Rainx on the glass and wiper arms in the car just in case.

Made this piece from a fiberglass boat hull I had lying around. You may notice there are 3 levels
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 10-18-2023, 12:25 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
I have been Uber busy fixing mechanical issues...

I have been Uber busy fixing mechanical issues along with brain turbulence.

Behold my latest tinkering!

Would this qualify as a Kamm back?

What do you see that I'm missing/ should watch...
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-14-2023, 01:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 730
Posted By razordave
I grabbed the space saver and replaced the...

I grabbed the space saver and replaced the shredded tire with a 2010 caliber rubber. Iirc that model had 225/50r17 so this is much larger diameter than what would have come with my car, therefore...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-13-2023, 12:30 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
I believe the bulges on the car in the video are...

I believe the bulges on the car in the video are from the wings? If I were to find the facilities to pull this off, I would either widen the airplane body to gradually taper the needed width for the...
Forum: EcoModding Central 09-11-2023, 11:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 730
Posted By razordave
Tall and narrow tires

I read no less than a dozen threads on minute details about skinnier tires. Found no clarity.

I ordered a pair of rear tires for my beetle. I didn't need them, but I have no spare tire. After a...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-04-2023, 09:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
I do think the nose is a no go, I was...

I do think the nose is a no go, I was considering utilizing the windscreen and forward of the car. Lights, wiring bumper vin etc. I believe that would maybe let me slide past a cop every so often. ...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-03-2023, 09:48 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
I will edit this post with some photos in the day...

I will edit this post with some photos in the day light. Edit missed daylight but hopefully you get the idea.

I hitch mounted a Honda civic trunk to use as a base for a Bonneville style spoiler. ...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-31-2023, 08:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 516
Posted By razordave
I got this monster in the mail yesterday. I...

I got this monster in the mail yesterday.

I may duplicate your setup with the hobby battery. I was initially thinking add this to a deep cycle battery so I can run my inverter for extended...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-22-2023, 04:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,452
Posted By razordave
After a teardown of the truck cap, I've decided...

After a teardown of the truck cap, I've decided to use the windows in a foamie build. I am leaning toward a hilo style, a pop up hardsided travel trailer.

It's only me and the dog, so I really...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-21-2023, 12:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 516
Posted By razordave
My diesel does have glow plugs but I live in...

My diesel does have glow plugs but I live in south Florida so I could most likely delete bypass disable the goalies glow plugs without too much penalty
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-20-2023, 12:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
V 4.0 spoiler

I tore the truck cap down and began building a 5ft boattail. Late into the night with a stripped nut driver, I decided to call it.

I did slap the old 3.0 version back on and seal the leading...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-15-2023, 09:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
Although that Hughes would have been a great...

Although that Hughes would have been a great find, what I encountered was ultra light experimental with no real body.

There was a promising looking aluminum boat, but I've already been looking at...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-15-2023, 01:30 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
I'm not sure what aircraft is available yet. I...

I'm not sure what aircraft is available yet. I will see the estate for the first time tomorrow 0900.

I think my workspace manager already axed the aircraft body swap unfortunately. Depending upon...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-14-2023, 12:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
Plot twist..

You are correct. I did not know about the air flowing forward. That could explain that previous tank being horrid.

If I reinstall the visor, I will tape the leading edge. The mounting hardware...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-10-2023, 03:18 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,452
Posted By razordave
Truck topper

So.. I was given an old aluminum truck cap.

Possibly from an old s10. The roof is 3 inches wider than the roof of the beetle. From the trailing edge of my sunroof, the cap is the same distance to...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-04-2023, 02:01 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,452
Posted By razordave
That's super slick. �� maybe someday when I learn...

That's super slick. �� maybe someday when I learn how to use a sewing machine proficiently..

I have a 3 person tent brand new in the package, it'll probably stay there at least until autumn.
...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-03-2023, 10:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,452
Posted By razordave
Freebeard, I probably don't need need need the...

Freebeard, I probably don't need need need the trailer, but if I decide to take my garden tractor on an expedition or build a mud mower or even buy an atv, it would be handy to drag the toys with...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-03-2023, 10:00 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
I reconstructed my (what I'm calling a visor.) It...

I reconstructed my (what I'm calling a visor.) It may technically be a spoiler but IDK, don't sit right with me..

Remade with aluminum composite panel. I may make something to pop up when pulling...
Forum: EcoModding Central 08-03-2023, 11:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,452
Posted By razordave
Thank you aerohead. I had seen a few similar...

Thank you aerohead. I had seen a few similar ideas for the rear of a semi trailer, maybe it was you as well? But I had not thought to implement such a method.

I may buy a 10 foot John boat and...
Forum: Aerodynamics 08-03-2023, 12:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,241
Posted By razordave
New beetle tdi 5 speed

I bought an 01 beetle in Missouri and drove it back to Florida.

Built pizza pan wheel covers and tried to keep it under 90 most of the way.

Averaged 33 mpg until I hit Florida. Not bad...
Forum: Aerodynamics 01-02-2019, 06:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,498
Posted By razordave
I scored a 4x6 sheet of coroplast and some random...

I scored a 4x6 sheet of coroplast and some random light aluminum signage. I'm planning to finish my flat spoiler with some fences, rear wheel skirts and put the conveyor belt side skirts back on.
...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-11-2018, 10:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,498
Posted By razordave
I put roughly a thousand miles on the car this...

I put roughly a thousand miles on the car this weekend. Odometer is unfortunately still inoperable so no numbers for you guys, but I did bring the engine's new home back with me.

I'm in the...
Forum: Aerodynamics 12-06-2018, 12:59 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,498
Posted By razordave
The plastic under bumper didn't fare too well. ...

The plastic under bumper didn't fare too well.

I basically stole big dave's idea for an air dam when I came across a thirty some inch wide piece of smooth rubber conveyor belt.

With the 30...
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-29-2018, 09:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,498
Posted By razordave
I came across a nifty enclosed car hauler...

I came across a nifty enclosed car hauler project, but can't load the linked photos.

https://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/transforming-my-trailer-via-template-29318-4.html#post436708

It...
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