[DeTomaso] Cobra / Shelby Club Race at Willow Springs / Rear DeckLid Needed

[JJD1010 at aol.com]

In a message dated 5/14/2008 8:51:05 P.M. Central Daylight Time,  
jtaphorn at kingwoodcable.com writes:
 
 

Aerodynamic research by Dr. Andrew Wortmen has evidenced poor  aerodynamic 
performance around the rear decklid exacerbated by the sugar scoop  design.  He 
champions that a tremendous improvement in Aero could be  gained by a cover 
that encloses it.  He also supports the idea of a belly  pan.  



.
 
JT,
 
Can you elaborate? Was this for Panteras or just in general?
 
I'd guess the rear opening area in the deck lid has a low pressure  area and 
it is sucking air out of the engine compartment. The only place for  that air 
to come from is below the car. So, why not just close off the opening? 
 
Thanks,
 
Jeff
6559



**************Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family 
favorites at AOL Food.      
(http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod00030000000001)