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Re: rear spoiler for E36



> Kendrick asked
>Does the rear spoiler really serve any functional purposes other than
>enchancing the sporty look of a E36?
>Does it really increase a down force pressure on the rear tires? If so, how
>fast does the car have to be going in order for that to take effect?

The latest Car and Driver has a good rundown on spoilers and airdams.
General conclusions seems that spoilers are more for visuals unless you
regularly cruise at 80mph or higher.  Airdams, though, are much more
functional.  Check out the artilcle.

Jerry

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