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02-20-2025, 05:50 AM
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Interesting Aerodynamic Cars (Mike Vetter's ETV, also Avion)
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Not sure if this is already posted:
Not sure if this is already posted:
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Aerodynamics
01-27-2025, 03:26 PM
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A useful Primer for aero Beginners
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Appears there is. I will review further tonight.:D
Appears there is. I will review further tonight.:D
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Aerodynamics
01-25-2025, 02:17 PM
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Volvo 240 early series, headlight covers
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j-c-c
I can see no harm, I like, and it would be...
I can see no harm, I like, and it would be interesting what a before and after tuff test would show on the surrounding surfaces of any calming effects of the headlight cover install.:thumbup:.
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Aerodynamics
01-25-2025, 02:12 PM
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A useful Primer for aero Beginners
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A useful Primer for aero Beginners
I suspect this video has been shared here before but I haven't seen it. I would think it covers a lot of useful ground regarding aero for anyone starting out,
I don't know enough to authoritatively...
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Aerodynamics
12-24-2024, 09:51 PM
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Dakota is lowered and street legal
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j-c-c
But at a higher corner speed which the reduced...
But at a higher corner speed which the reduced frontal area likely will supply, it will INCREASE tire wear reducing tire diameter lowering the vehicle further was my supposition.
Whatever, Merry...
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Aerodynamics
11-26-2024, 01:21 PM
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Sun Shade on a Pickup Truck: Good or Bad?
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j-c-c
Move it to the rear lip of the cab might actually...
Move it to the rear lip of the cab might actually save you some gas.
Forum:
Aerodynamics
11-26-2024, 01:18 PM
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Sun Shade on a Pickup Truck: Good or Bad?
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j-c-c
Or if alone, you could just use your Sunvisor...
Or if alone, you could just use your Sunvisor when needed and forget about it.
I use mine 24/7.
Looks like a good surface to rest my head on in a head on crash.
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Off-Topic Tech
11-23-2024, 08:49 PM
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Run Whole House on Wimpy Generator?
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j-c-c
I'm toying with the complexities of using my RV...
I'm toying with the complexities of using my RV engine coolant to pre heat my RV's potable water tank while driving, allowing my shower point of use water heater to be downsized by having slightly...
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Aerodynamics
11-17-2024, 05:35 PM
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Random Aerodynamic Oddity of the Day Thread
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Since items you noted were primarily on fronts,...
Since items you noted were primarily on fronts, any ground effects were likely only an afterthought.
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Aerodynamics
11-17-2024, 05:32 PM
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Random Aerodynamic Oddity of the Day Thread
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Rocks piercing internal wing tanks?
Rocks piercing internal wing tanks?
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Aerodynamics
11-08-2024, 08:39 PM
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Random Aerodynamic Oddity of the Day Thread
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You are correct, my mistake:eek:
You are correct, my mistake:eek:
Forum:
Aerodynamics
11-03-2024, 04:20 PM
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Random Wind Tunnel and Smoke Pictures Thread
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j-c-c
I agree, when you can afford it.:D
I agree, when you can afford it.:D
Forum:
Aerodynamics
10-26-2024, 06:46 AM
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Random UnAerodynamic Cars and Trucks Thread
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20" tires, with 7" electric drum brakes The...
20" tires, with 7" electric drum brakes
The upper Systems scaffold you note in this pic was primarily an operator safety rail, and also if needed a structure usable for the addition of shade or...
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Aerodynamics
10-25-2024, 02:11 PM
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Random UnAerodynamic Cars and Trucks Thread
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Weeks Air Museum in Lakeland Fla, largest private...
Weeks Air Museum in Lakeland Fla, largest private collection of historic aircraft in US.
This Event pictured was a Dave Matthews concert for closing entertainment for a closed to the public...
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Aerodynamics
10-24-2024, 11:49 PM
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Random UnAerodynamic Cars and Trucks Thread
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This was a custom trailer we built in house for...
This was a custom trailer we built in house for outdoor concert use. The entire Floor folded up and was framed by alum I beams on approx 24" centers, that were very exposed in transit on the highway....
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EcoModding Central
09-28-2024, 06:14 PM
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How to properly test modifications (AKA: don't believe every MPG claim you read)
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j-c-c
I have found from years back they don't recognize...
I have found from years back they don't recognize the use of color in the verbiage to indicate emphasis on a topic.
Forum:
Aerodynamics
09-17-2024, 11:32 AM
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Ideas for smooth wheel cover on spoked alloy wheel
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j-c-c
The main goal in this context was to avoid...
The main goal in this context was to avoid "random heat treatment", ie keep temps low (<800F) in critical areas (anything inner of mid nut), and avoid rapid cooling of areas above 800 F, that is...
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Aerodynamics
09-15-2024, 02:45 PM
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Ideas for smooth wheel cover on spoked alloy wheel
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Yes, regardless of whatever "trick'" is used,...
Yes, regardless of whatever "trick'" is used, trying not to overcool and/overly thermally shock the welded metal is also important.
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Aerodynamics
09-14-2024, 09:49 PM
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Ideas for smooth wheel cover on spoked alloy wheel
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By using a long wheel nut, making hardly more...
By using a long wheel nut, making hardly more than a tack weld, any heat related downsides would be centered towards the non load bearing end, combined with the overall mass of a long nut, with a...
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Aerodynamics
09-09-2024, 10:53 PM
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Ideas for smooth wheel cover on spoked alloy wheel
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j-c-c
Wheels flex, it's in their nature, and why OEM...
Wheels flex, it's in their nature, and why OEM typical hubcaps have metal spring retention. Fastening near the center of the wheel cover removes wheel flex from the table, but you can still lead a...
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Aerodynamics
08-28-2024, 07:46 PM
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Carbon Fiber Wheel Covers
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j-c-c
I'd say you hit a home run.:thumbup: Never...
I'd say you hit a home run.:thumbup:
Never would have guessed that much increased aero calmness.
Even see some before the wheel.
Listen to your gut on the zip ties.
Since everything in...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
08-23-2024, 10:05 AM
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Carbon Fiber Wheel Covers
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2,619
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j-c-c
That would be a huge improvement in regard to my...
That would be a huge improvement in regard to my previous concern.
Forum:
Aerodynamics
08-23-2024, 10:02 AM
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Carbon Fiber Wheel Covers
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2,619
Posted By
j-c-c
The varying thickness of the large IMO glob of 5...
The varying thickness of the large IMO glob of 5 min epoxy will IMO reduce localized loading of the CF by the wire clips. If the cover is truly centered and well balanced, the load will be rather...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
08-23-2024, 09:11 AM
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35
Carbon Fiber Wheel Covers
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2,619
Posted By
j-c-c
Hope springs eternal. Realize the constant...
Hope springs eternal.
Realize the constant slight offset of any amount and/or any imbalance of the cover will only worsen over time/rotations the offset and will likely lead to CF cover's...
Forum:
Aerodynamics
08-15-2024, 11:21 AM
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Carbon Fiber Wheel Covers
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2,619
Posted By
j-c-c
Or maybe distracting for other drivers?:D ...
Or maybe distracting for other drivers?:D
Reminds me of Women saying, "My eyes are up here", or when sitting at a traffic light and both sexes are looking at your wheels.
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