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01-14-2011, 06:33 AM | #1 |
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Measureable downforce from ZCP spoiler
What do you guys think, any measurable downforce improvement from the ZCP carbon fiber wing?
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That will certainly reduce lift compared to stock. The downside is increased drag. There is no free lunch.
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01-14-2011, 07:32 AM | #5 |
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Correct - but to be honest unless you regularly take your car upto 130mph + speed then you wont notice any difference. For regular high speed driving on the autobahn i think you would need the splitters as well but really this is just a cosmetic mod for a lot of people.
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01-14-2011, 10:48 AM | #7 |
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I'm sure it has some impact. Here's the difference between a stock 335i, M3, and an M3 GTS.
I have to imagine the BMW Performance spoiler splits the difference somewhere between the M3 and the GTS.
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01-14-2011, 11:08 AM | #8 |
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I think the most measurable downforce will be in your bank account! lol
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01-14-2011, 01:36 PM | #9 |
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ive been noticing pictures of this spoiler more often on the threads...is that the spoiler the competition package comes with?? bc most cmop package m3's i see on here dont have this spoiler..?
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01-14-2011, 01:43 PM | #10 |
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Nahh its just an option, and the front splitters and carbon fiber rear view mirrors as well.
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01-14-2011, 04:33 PM | #11 |
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I think M3 spoilers/lips are designed to prevent lift; whereas, GTS spoilers/lips are designed to provide downforce.
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And I think it looks kinda ugly IMO.
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01-15-2011, 10:01 AM | #13 |
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Appreciate the input fellas. I'm not a huge fan of the looks but if the performance improvement is worth it. I may pull the trigger and get the matching front splitters. I'm curious if I'd feel the difference on the track. I could use a more planted feel.
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Waste of $$$ and that thing is butt ugly.
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i would say get the GTS wing and front full lip, but i guess that would really stick out on a M3.
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03-03-2011, 03:16 PM | #17 |
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I too was wondering if the BMW performance spoiler and splitters provided down force. This is a quote from the press release:
Each component is shaped based on advanced research conducted in one of BMW’s Munich-based wind tunnels. This ensures compatibility with the overall aerodynamic “signature” of the M3, serving to reduce lift and minimize drag. Such characteristics are appropriate to enhance the vehicle’s high-speed stability while maintaining fuel efficiency. link: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...ht=Oem+spoiler I am encouraged that BMW did wind tunnel testing. That is a big positive! I want to know that the car will behave properly at speed. Correct me if I am wrong but many aftermarket splitters/spoilers are just for looks and any down force or lift would be unknown = zero wind tunnel testing. I seriously would be interested if anyone else wind tunnel tested.........AC Schnitzer, Hamman? |
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