The Silver Freak Project (Page 26/59)
Blacktree JUL 16, 06:30 PM
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Blacktree JUL 22, 10:58 PM
Anyway, I'm playing with fiberglass again. This time, I've decided to replace the "erector set" spoiler stands with fiberglass ones. The adjustable stands were a nice idea that turned out to be of little use. I think I adjusted the spoiler once (at the track). I found a setting that worked well for all-around driving, and left it there. Plus, the "erector set" look doesn't do anything aesthetically for the car.

The new fiberglass stands will mount the spoiler a little bit further back, but at roughly the same angle of attack. It should look a lot like the spoiler on a drag racing car... very low and sticking straight out the back of the car.

Here are a couple photos of the spoiler stands under construction. First is the raw fiberglass parts.



And here they are trimmed and sanded. The camera angle makes one look bigger than the other. But they're the same size.



If all goes well, I should be able to test-fit them tomorrow. Keep your fingers crossed!

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exoticse JUL 23, 10:47 AM


No love for the box ?? Are you kidding ?

That thing is pretty awesome ! Sort of a modern retro look !!

The smooth edges really look slick.
Blacktree JUL 24, 07:13 PM
Here are a couple shots of the spoiler with the new stands installed. Please excuse the dirty car.





I'll get some better photos later.

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kwagner JUL 28, 10:08 AM
Interesting. Are you going to do a comparison aerodynamic experiment to see how that changed the flow on the back, or are you waiting to do the front vent as well?
Blacktree JUL 28, 05:37 PM
The spoiler was only moved about 2" back, and less than 1" down. I doubt the difference in aerodynamics will be noticeable... at least, not with my low-tech testing methods. The mod was mainly for aesthetics.

My next mod will also involve aesthetics of the rear end. Hopefully, I'll be able to show you that soon.
Custom2M4 JUL 29, 12:05 AM
Looks good!

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Blacktree JUL 29, 07:37 PM
Thanks

The next project will be replacement of the rear fascia. I was originally just going to shave the molding off (to match the rest of the car) and call it done. But after noticing the deterioration of the front hood/fenders, I don't feel very confident about having a rear fascia that's half fiberglass and half plastic.

On a side note, this also means that sometime in the near future, my front fenders (which are attached to the hood) will need to be replaced. The fiberglass and plastic are starting to separate.

I obtained a fiberglass rear fascia from a local club member. It's one of the ones JimmyS sells. The build quality looks pretty good. But it's made for the fastback, which has a slightly different rear profile from my notchback. So I'll need to tweak it a bit. Plus, I'll need to perform the diffuser mod on it. That should keep me busy for awhile.

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Jake_Dragon JUL 30, 08:59 PM

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Originally posted by Blacktree:

On a side note, this also means that sometime in the near future, my front fenders (which are attached to the hood) will need to be replaced. The fiberglass and plastic are starting to separate.



How are the doors holding up? I haven't glassed mine yet and I'm starting to thing I may want to come up with a backup plan.
Blacktree JUL 31, 12:23 PM
The doors are holding up well, so far. They don't undergo as much stress, nor experience as much direct sunlight as the hood. That said, I may be making fiberglass door panels as well.