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Old 09-18-2016, 07:18 AM   #49
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Originally Posted by Sport-Tech View Post
Everything I've read says wings don't make any significant difference below 70 mph, usually below 90 mph, and I doubt they got that fast there for more than a few seconds a lap. That said, that was a stonkin' big wing on the TRD so its effects might kick in at a slightly lower speed, but 37 mph? Id like to see a link for that.
everything you've read is wrong. There is a reason the top autocross guys all have mammoth wings. It is not all about massive downforce, but about changing how the car handles and corners. Also why wings work on front wheel drive cars if the person knows what they are doing.
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