Shelby fastback aerodynamics
Shelby fastback aerodynamics
(OP)
Greetings all,
Can someone explain the aerodynamics of the Shelby GT350 Mustang's fastback window treatment? I've been looking at them at the vintage races and wondering.
They use lexan rear windows with the front most edge dropped down into the interior of the car. Clearly shaped to exhaust air from the interior into the airstream over the roof. I'm told it provided a phenomenal downforce but I don't understand the dynamics. Can anyone provide an answer or point me to a Link?
Thanx in advance, Steve Smith
Can someone explain the aerodynamics of the Shelby GT350 Mustang's fastback window treatment? I've been looking at them at the vintage races and wondering.
They use lexan rear windows with the front most edge dropped down into the interior of the car. Clearly shaped to exhaust air from the interior into the airstream over the roof. I'm told it provided a phenomenal downforce but I don't understand the dynamics. Can anyone provide an answer or point me to a Link?
Thanx in advance, Steve Smith





RE: Shelby fastback aerodynamics
Norm
RE: Shelby fastback aerodynamics
The down force can't be greater than the strength of the device, that is if the device never fails in use.
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RE: Shelby fastback aerodynamics
RE: Shelby fastback aerodynamics
Same as properly placed riblets, dimple tape, etc.
(did I get that right?)