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Old 09-17-2012, 02:23 AM
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Hi all,

Just wondering if anyone has any info on how the OEM ap1 boot spolier affects the downforce on the S, does it do diddly squat or is it there for a purpose? I read in a Voltex wind tunnel test article that the standard S makes quite drastic lift at 40kmh! It would also be for visual purposes aswell, always thought the bootlid looked like it lacked something! The spoiler i am talking about is the very subtle one that goes above the 3rd brake light and runs the length of the edge of the bootlid.

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It helps to close the boot!
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Haha ahh so it does have a function!
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It really does! The boot used to just half 'bounce' closed without it!
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What they said - just let it go and it closes itself now
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Guess if you had the oem one fitted by the dealer you got the stiffer spring, mine just stays up
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It's fine when open but once you move it towards closing, it closes itself - not a problem
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I find it handy for lifting the bootlid too.
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Good for spiders and such creepy crawlies to shelter in inclement weather.
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