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Old 08-09-2017, 07:46 AM   #1
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My car had aero on it when I bought it. Wing is in middle position. Front has a GT3 splitter. I added the canards. To be completely honest - I've never messed with it in terms of position. Car feels neutral and if it ain't broke. The canards did help keep the front more planted.

Wow that's a sharp looking car!
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Wow that's a sharp looking car!
Thanks! It's so much fun!
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Old 08-14-2017, 03:32 AM   #3
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Perhaps I went to far....
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Nothing wrong with a tall wing, but I am not so sure about that spoiler. IMO, the spoiler is adding mostly drag. If more downforce is needed, greater wing angle and/or gurney flap will give it to you without as much drag.
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