Project: Mavro Gato - 99 Turbo'd 3L - Page 88

contrapaul · 01-11-2008, 12:37 AM

I've been doing a lot of aero research (Forza sparked my interest) and that Subie pretty much knocks aerodynamics out of the park. It looks like it would stay planted at speed much higher than it can go, and given enough engine power it won't slow it down too much. I would think that sort of work would help the Mavro Gato quite a bit.

I've actually been working on a prototype rear diffuser lately, but I need to find better materials to work with.

FastCougar · 01-11-2008, 01:04 AM

Well, I haven't tried the low budget/low tech obvious, like stiffen my rear koni's to avoid rear squat/front lift on hard acceleration. That will help and since I have koni's, it's possible. I just need to adjust them.

The car is scheduled for state inspection next Tuesday, so I should have it out and about much more once that's done. I have been laying low lately and not taking the car out since it's a $180 fine if I get caught.

FastCougar · 01-11-2008, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by contrapaul

I've been doing a lot of aero research (Forza sparked my interest) and that Subie pretty much knocks aerodynamics out of the park. It looks like it would stay planted at speed much higher than it can go, and given enough engine power it won't slow it down too much. I would think that sort of work would help the Mavro Gato quite a bit.

I've actually been working on a prototype rear diffuser lately, but I need to find better materials to work with.

How is this for a thread link?

DIY Rear Diffuser : The Writeup - Interior & Exterior Modification - NASIOC

contrapaul · 01-11-2008, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by FastCougar

How is this for a thread link?

DIY Rear Diffuser : The Writeup - Interior & Exterior Modification - NASIOC

I've been using that as my guidelines! I just might break out the fiberglass tomorrow... we shall see.

FastCougar · 01-11-2008, 01:33 AM

My mind reading skills are STRONG young skywalker, you could learn alot if you would only open your mind to the darkside.

contrapaul · 01-11-2008, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by FastCougar

My mind reading skills are STRONG young skywalker, you could learn alot if you would only open your mind to the darkside.

And what is that Trevor... I read about every DIY on NASIOC a few weeks ago...

PREDATOR · 01-12-2008, 11:17 PM

Interesting

PMd

azbobbybooshay10 · 01-12-2008, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by PREDATOR

Interesting

PMd

streetracer8605 · 01-15-2008, 09:58 PM

trevor, you make me want another cougar soo bad

whitecougar · 01-16-2008, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by azbobbybooshay10

yezzir!!

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FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,322 Images: 732	Re: Project: Mavro Gato - 99 Turbo'd 3L Well, I haven't tried the low budget/low tech obvious, like stiffen my rear koni's to avoid rear squat/front lift on hard acceleration. That will help and since I have koni's, it's possible. I just need to adjust them. The car is scheduled for state inspection next Tuesday, so I should have it out and about much more once that's done. I have been laying low lately and not taking the car out since it's a $180 fine if I get caught. __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Car on hold ... preparing for baby #2 Power: 391.9 hp @ 6750 rpm \| 374.2 lbs/ft. @ 4250 rpm \| boost @ 11 psi For Sale: 19" Konig Verdicts with Toyo ProxesFZ4 225/35ZR19 Tires - $850 shipped! "Physical slavery requires people to be housed and fed. Economic slavery requires people to feed and house themselves." - Zeitgeist: Addendum

01-11-2008, 01:33 AM	#875 (permalink)
FastCougar In search of more boost! Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Kearneysville, WV Posts: 8,322 Images: 732	Re: Project: Mavro Gato - 99 Turbo'd 3L My mind reading skills are STRONG young skywalker, you could learn alot if you would only open your mind to the darkside. __________________ 1999 Mercury Cougar - Turbo'd 3L. Status: Car on hold ... preparing for baby #2 Power: 391.9 hp @ 6750 rpm \| 374.2 lbs/ft. @ 4250 rpm \| boost @ 11 psi For Sale: 19" Konig Verdicts with Toyo ProxesFZ4 225/35ZR19 Tires - $850 shipped! "Physical slavery requires people to be housed and fed. Economic slavery requires people to feed and house themselves." - Zeitgeist: Addendum

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