5th generation civic hatchback - improving aerodynamics

Submitted by David Herron on January 31, 2008 - 10:13pm

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5th generation civic hatchback - improving aerodynamics
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Small modifications to a Honda Civic improved aerodynamics considerably.

He used ABS plastic molded to form bits of fairings. He had various considerations including Aesthetic considerations play a role, notably in the S.W.M.B.O. test. (She Who Must Be Obeyed cannot object *too* strenuously to the aesthetics of the modifications).

It consisted of covers (skirts) over the wheels, a "air dam" improving front aerodynamics, moving the side mirrors inside the vehicle, modifying the hubcaps to be smooth, etc.

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