DIY Rear Diffuser
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ahtoxa
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I didn't know this was a car dating site.
And the worst thing is, it's full of trannys.
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SuperSonicRS
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I was just stating that I never understood why they would put holes in their bumper. By outside the box I ment that I havn't seen a sonic owner do this yet. No disrespect to op. Actually Ill show you some respect because I know i wouldn't go around drilling holes in my car.
sx sonic
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Lmfao
Ripper It's not my cup of tea, but like Pre I can appreciate trendset mode (just don't do a wing, bodykit and fart can
).Take it to the strip and see what you run. After you get back in the groove and post consistent times, tape off the speed holes and do a few more runs. While far from an ideal test if you try that at a couple track days it should give you some inclination.
Or you can try to convince Dirt or BSD to try this mod on the autobahn. I know Dirt's got a good feel on how his sonic handles at max speed and would be a good candidate for testing this mod.
ripper806
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Lmfao
Ripper It's not my cup of tea, but like Pre I can appreciate trendset mode (just don't do a wing, bodykit and fart can
Take it to the strip and see what you run. After you get back in the groove and post consistent times, tape off the speed holes and do a few more runs. While far from an ideal test if you try that at a couple track days it should give you some inclination.
Or you can try to convince Dirt or BSD to try this mod on the autobahn. I know Dirt's got a good feel on how his sonic handles at max speed and would be a good candidate for testing this mod.
Thanks, that sounds like a good plan. I will also tape off the upper grille opening, then open it up, and tape off the holes. I've been waiting for Noble, OK to open up (better AD).
I have had the upper grille opening blocked off for a few weeks, my mpg number has been up by an average of +2. But that is in a short time frame, I need some more time to say that my mpg has improved for good with these aero mods.
ripper806
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http://i.imgur.com/ZELSGIb.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/4IXBgtK.jpg
I need the aero help, not much more I can do for dropping weight in the interior.
http://i.imgur.com/4IXBgtK.jpg
I need the aero help, not much more I can do for dropping weight in the interior.
ripper806
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It would be cool, there are some special edition sonics out there who have done it.
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The M32 Martyr
I need the aero help, not much more I can do for dropping weight in the interior.
Not true. You can lose another 8-10lbs by scraping off the sound deadening insulation with a heat gun and a putty knife. I got about 4lbs out from the trunk and under the backseat. But it looks like the motherlode is up front.
Whats your weigh-in? I got mine down to 2,514 with the seats out, but the dash wasn't removed.
That automatic though, is gonna hurt your weight.
ripper806
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Not true. You can lose another 8-10lbs by scraping off the sound deadening insulation with a heat gun and a putty knife. I got about 4lbs out from the trunk and under the backseat. But it looks like the motherlode is up front.
Whats your weigh-in? I got mine down to 2,514 with the seats out, but the dash wasn't removed.
That automatic though, is gonna hurt your weight.
Wow awesome, thanks man. Haven't been to the scales since the new interior (and zzp battery), but with the back seats pulled, midpipe back exhaust removed, stock 15" wheels/tires, and spare in the car, and about a half tank of gas it weighed in @ 2580. Back in may.
Kegsandeggs
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You need to put little vents facing up, like little spoilers in each hole, an make it adjustable for downforce and lift. I could see that being useful..
savegejon123
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You're driving around a skeleton. Not my cup of tea, but to each their own.
Agreed. Not my cup of tea.
And before you ask mine is a 2015 TL, 3 weeks old with 3350 miles.
Only change being radio presets and removing the LT from the trunk lid.
Next "mod" is removing the temporary dealer plates.
Is yours a drag strip car or track car ?
Mine is a 70 mile daily driver with a few 1000 mile weekend trips so far.