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Old 07-01-2018, 05:56 PM   #41
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Originally Posted by gtengr View Post
FWIW, the faster you're going, the less of a factor weight loss is to acceleration.
A more accurate way to isolate improvements due to weight loss is to measure 0-35 or 0-40 (redline 1st gear). The influence of rolling resistance and aero drag quickly take over after 25-35 mph depending on a few variables.
That is interesting. I could see that. So it would make less difference for street pulls and 40 rolls etc... I wonder then if there is any quantitative data / mathematical calculations for splitters/diffusers and aerodynamic reductions on say a 60-115mph pull?
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