[DML] Re: Early production prototype rear fascia

["M. P. Olans" <mpolans@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Actually no,
     It tends to smooth out the airflow under the car and air is more
uniformly swept under leaving less turbulence in the engine
compartment and the car's wake.  I have been experimenting with a
similar valance in which the exhaust tips protrude through, and it is
also slotted on either side of the tips for cosmetic purposes.  Not
only do I like the look of the car better, but aerodynamically it
appears to be helping because I have been consistently getting better
mileage since installing the prototype.  I've not noticed any
difference in my gauges but a test with a simple digital thermometer
showed engine bay temperatures decrease over 10 degrees at speed.  I
also haven't noticed any increase or decrease in wind noise.

It is difficult to make out in this picture at speed but if you
lighten it....?:
http://az-d.org/v-web/gallery/vegas/LVnOurWayMatt

This one is a bit better:
http://az-d.org/v-web/gallery/vegas/LVGreenValleyRanch

Matt
VIN 16816
The Arizona DeLorean Club  www.az-d.org


--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, Thomas Mc Auley <dmc4087@...> wrote:
>
> It is hard to make out in that picture. Would a bumper that extended
down furthur (hiding sump) not increase wind noise and drag?
>    
>   Thomas
>   Vin #4087
> 
> byrondelorean <celiambyron@...> wrote:
>   Sorry guys, just trying to feed my curiosity. Please check out this 
> link and look at the rear lower bumber. I am searching for some good 
> closeup pictures of this. I am beginning to wonder if that design 
> was part of the mold of our existing rear end, and the lower part 
> was simply cut out? 
> 
> http://www.delorean-owners.org/legend/history.html
> 
> 
> Byron
> 
> 
> 
> --- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "byrondelorean" 
> wrote:
> >
> > I had seen a picture of a DeLorean what seemed to be in the 
> factory 
> > with a rear fascia that extended below the ones we have. It 
> covered 
> > the oil pan only exposing the exhaust tips. I am not talking about 
> the 
> > kits that are out there, this was a true factory looking 
> streamline 
> > stock looking set up.
> > I would love it if someone could point out where there are some 
> > photos. 
> > 
> > Thanks for your help.
> > 
> > Byron
> > 
> > 
> > Byron
> >
>








To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address:
moderators@xxxxxxxxxxx

For more info on the list, tech articles, cars for sale see www.dmcnews.com

To search the archives or view files, log in at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews 
Yahoo! Groups Links

<*> To visit your group on the web, go to:
    http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews/

<*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
    dmcnews-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

<*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to:
    http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/