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Old 03-23-2008, 01:43 PM
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Default Coefficient of drag for first gen Camaro/Firebird?

I've been searching around a few different sites and havent really come up with anything. Does anyone know?
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Cd is .37, +.02 w/rear spoiler, -.01 with front spoiler. Area is 20.5 ft^2, but they both depend on ride height and rake. Mine's lowered 2" and rocker panels are parallel to the ground. I made a file to input gear ratios (trans and diff) and engine torque to figure out drag, shift points, and theoretical top speed. PM me if you or anyone else wants it. With a little bit more work on it, you could figure out 0-60 and 1/4 times as well.
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'Twas gonna say, it shouldn't be too much different than the new Camaro so keep your eyes open for the numbers on it.
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Originally Posted by Awake455
'Twas gonna say, it shouldn't be too much different than the new Camaro so keep your eyes open for the numbers on it.
I'd expect the new Camaro to be a LOT better.
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hey jewc where did you get the kit to fit Z06 brakes from?
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These guys sell the kit to put C5 brakes on a first gen.

http://www.touring-classics.com/



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