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tomislavp4
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how big is the gain from theese

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http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m257 ... rotech.jpg
I know that they are far better for the aerodynamics from the standard ones but how much better???
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Hybrid cars like the Prius and Civic Hybrid have these as well...less drag coming from the wheels
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Fully enclosed wheel covers do offer aero advantages such as less drag and vigration from turbulence. But they run up against real world requirements. Acces to the rim is difficult, for servicing and inspection. And there's no place for the hot brake air to leave.
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On that particular car cooling seems to be a minor issue, inboard brakes cooled from below would be a huge advantage.

Even better is the old Lotus Le Mans style full wheel covers...

Not a great example...Image
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Thread's worth having just for a pic of the Eleven - thanks 8)
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It would be impossible to quantify the amount by which these would offer an advantage but it is safe to assume that they would indeed offer a slight decrease in drag.
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DaveKillens wrote:And there's no place for the hot brake air to leave.
Better make a small hole in them then, I've heard it enhances brake cooling. 8)
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