---- gsfuqua1@aol.com wrote:
> As for functional Vs cosmetic I suppose it would depend on
> how
> they are installed. If you just cut a hole and stick them in then it
> is
> probably more cosmetic. However is you build a small scoop that
> funnels air out
> I believe it will lower the engine bay temp. Guess we'll just have
> to see
> how it all comes together.
>
> Cheers, Gary
I don't know. Considering that there is air ramming into the front grille, and
the fan adding to that flow, there should be a positive pressure under the
bonnet. Expecting a bit of venturi on the side of the car, or at least not a
high-pressure area there, I think that there would be airflow out the side
grilles. An awful lot of front-engine sports-racing cars were designed this
way, and I'd think it was for good reason.
Phil Ethier West Side Saint Paul Minnesota USA
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