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Rear spoiler idea, from Audi TT |
DougC |
Sep 15 2004, 12:33 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 949 Joined: 6-July 04 From: Dallas, TX Member No.: 2,307 |
Hey guys/gals I have inadvertantly parked next to an Audi TT (but not in my 914) a couple of times recently and this TT has a simple stock rear spoiler on it. I love the simplicity of the spoiler itself and got to thinking that it might look nice on the back of a 914. It only stands a couple inches tall and what I really like about it is that it is short in length so it wouldn't cover past the width of the trunk, like the aftermarket "duck tail" spoilers do. Also, in looking at it - doesn't seem like the curvature of the bottom mounting surface would be that much off. My car isn't ever going to be stock anyway so I may look into it more. Does anyone on this list have access to one of these cars and may be able to take measurments and give a better idea of weather it would work or not. BTW, I have my flame suit on so don't hesitate to criticize!
Doug C |
SpecialK |
Sep 15 2004, 12:43 PM
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aircraft surgeon Group: Benefactors Posts: 3,211 Joined: 15-March 04 From: Pacific, MO Member No.: 1,797 |
I've thought about the using a TT type spoiler also...clean and simple, but how effective (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) but then again if you're not racing, and it's purely aesthetic who cares.
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anthony |
Sep 15 2004, 12:48 PM
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2270 club Group: Benefactors Posts: 3,107 Joined: 1-February 03 From: SF Bay Area, CA Member No.: 218 |
I've never seen a spoiler that looked good on a 914. I love the lines of the stock trunk.
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DougC |
Sep 15 2004, 12:50 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 949 Joined: 6-July 04 From: Dallas, TX Member No.: 2,307 |
I thought there would be plenty on Ebay but...no. Yeah just aesthetic mostly for me but I wouldn't doubt that some downforce could be acheived from it.
Doug C |
URY914 |
Sep 15 2004, 12:55 PM
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I built the lightest 914 in the history of mankind. Group: Members Posts: 120,944 Joined: 3-February 03 From: Jacksonville, FL Member No.: 222 Region Association: None |
Where is that "worthless without a picture" thing?
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PAPERBOY |
Sep 15 2004, 01:10 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 10 Joined: 22-December 03 From: MIL, WI Member No.: 1,459 |
The wing on the TT was not part of the original design, early cars did not have them. It was added after several high speed accidents on the 'bahn, it definetly adds downforce to the TT. Might due something for the teener but I still prefer the stock look.
-Jay |
JmuRiz |
Sep 15 2004, 01:39 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,433 Joined: 30-December 02 From: NoVA Member No.: 50 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Here you go paul:
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/thisthreadisworthlesswithoutpics.gif) As far as adding downforce, the TT and the Camaro style decklid spoilers just reduce the lift, not add downforce. Best thing for adding actual downforce is a splitter up front, flatbottom w/ diffuser at the rear and a highmount wing. But that'd all look a bit goofy on anything but a racecar if you'd ask me. (IMG:http://www.suvspot.com/news/99/ttrecall/main2.jpg) (IMG:http://www.beadform.com/images/erniek.JPG) PS: I have no idea who that is in the picture, was a yahoo Image Search |
Allan |
Sep 15 2004, 01:44 PM
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Teenerless Weenie Group: Members Posts: 8,373 Joined: 5-July 04 From: Western Mesopotamia Member No.: 2,304 Region Association: Southern California |
Or this!
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JmuRiz |
Sep 15 2004, 01:51 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,433 Joined: 30-December 02 From: NoVA Member No.: 50 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Ooooo very nice, I have a couple 2x4's in my garage, snuggling up to my 914...was going to build a retractable bench for my garage, I think I have a new project....lumber-wing here we come!!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
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DougC |
Sep 15 2004, 02:00 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 949 Joined: 6-July 04 From: Dallas, TX Member No.: 2,307 |
Yeah I have that spoiler that's in the 914 picture and don't care for it, PO sent it uninstalled when i bought my car. It's just too big for my taste. The Audi one however is a much better proportion (IMHO). The picture of the Audi is further away than the 914 picture and therefore seems way too small. I like it. As for the 2X4 wing, a bad choice considering we already have rust to worry about - no need to invite termites!
Doug C |
bob91403 |
Sep 15 2004, 02:13 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 618 Joined: 15-September 04 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 2,763 |
I've been looking at rear spoilers, too. I don't really care for the common duck tail that you've seen so much of. Instead I'm going to go with the wing they offer at www.rennspd.com. I've only seen a couple of photos of cars with it. It looks real cool. I don't want to drill holes in my '73 2.0 trunk. So, I'll probably spend the extra $250 for their fiberglass trunk lid. I'm also considering their fiberglass front trunk lid, a pair of 916 bumpers, and a set of fiberglass rocker panels, to both cut weight, and to preserve the original parts.
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SpecialK |
Sep 15 2004, 04:11 PM
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aircraft surgeon Group: Benefactors Posts: 3,211 Joined: 15-March 04 From: Pacific, MO Member No.: 1,797 |
I believe that "Mudfoot" is sporting the wing you speak of on his teener.
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Pnambic |
Sep 15 2004, 09:49 PM
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Honk if you like obscene gestures! Group: Members Posts: 914 Joined: 9-April 03 From: Atlanta, GA Member No.: 546 Region Association: South East States |
I saw a Honda Civic recently that was all "riced" out with the slammed suspension and big chrome wheels and the raised adjustable looking wing on the back, BUT THE WING WAS ON BACKWARDS. I'm glad I wasn't driving 'cause I just about choked when I started laughing so hard! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol2.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif)
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3liter914-6 |
Sep 15 2004, 10:49 PM
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Master of Clueless Posts Group: Benefactors Posts: 310 Joined: 12-October 03 From: State College, PA Member No.: 1,238 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
QUOTE(JmuRiz @ Sep 15 2004, 03:39 PM) (IMG:http://www.beadform.com/images/erniek.JPG) PS: I have no idea who that is in the picture, was a yahoo Image Search Check out that plate...I bet that's a fun ride. Another spoiler that's similar to the ones pictured came on '80s BMW 325s with the sport package. Here's a shot of my $500 Beater MW. EDIT: ok, maybe not so similar. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) It looks a bit smaller. I'd guess it's good for something though. Attached image(s) |
JmuRiz |
Sep 16 2004, 07:55 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,433 Joined: 30-December 02 From: NoVA Member No.: 50 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
If you want to go the BMW route and want a subtle look, check out the BMW M3/5 lip spoiler (people in the Audi wold have been putting them on A/S4's and A/S6's for a while now)
(IMG:http://www.bimmian.com/images/Lipspoiler_E46.jpg) |
redshift |
Sep 16 2004, 08:00 AM
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Bless the Hell out of you! Group: Members Posts: 10,926 Joined: 29-June 03 Member No.: 869 |
LMAO! That guy has something to hide.... look at him... hiding something..
The only spoiler that makes any sense is a ducktail, the only wing that looks killer is the 2 stage tail from AIR, similar to the... uhh... who makes that now? Sheridan. M |
mudfoot76 |
Sep 16 2004, 08:17 AM
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Currently teenerless :-( Group: Members Posts: 946 Joined: 18-March 04 From: Carmel, IN Member No.: 1,814 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(Special_K @ Sep 15 2004, 05:11 PM) I believe that "Mudfoot" is sporting the wing you speak of on his teener. I know that it rubs the purists the wrong way, but I do enjoy the unique touch that the wing gives to my car. I doubt it has much function as an aerodynamic piece, but I think it looks great! Degustibus non est disputandem (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) Attached image(s) |
seanery |
Sep 16 2004, 08:29 AM
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waiting to rebuild whitey! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 15,854 Joined: 7-January 03 From: Indy Member No.: 100 Region Association: None |
hey geoff, are you doing the DE in October?
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mudfoot76 |
Sep 16 2004, 09:13 AM
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Currently teenerless :-( Group: Members Posts: 946 Joined: 18-March 04 From: Carmel, IN Member No.: 1,814 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(seanery @ Sep 16 2004, 09:29 AM) hey geoff, are you doing the DE in October? That all depends on if I have any $$ left over from my engine and transmission rebuilds (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) I'd like to drive at Pumpkin Run. Hopefully, I'll be able to pick the car up today. My mech said he expects to have the final details sorted out today. If not, he assures me that I'll have it tomorrow and will be able to drive it out to Putnam Park this weekend. But, I've got a run of bad automobile karma this week. My happy 'teener day present was a doofus in a ford ranger rear-ending my SVX tuesday night (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ar15.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ar15.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ar15.gif) Preliminary inspection suggests insurance will total it. Do we have a smiley that cries?? Aside from the emotional trauma of possibly losing my beloved SVX, I'm ok except for a bruise across my chest from the seatbelt... |
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