Vortex Generators (Are they for real?)

[B18C-R]

For those who thinks VG's is just another piece of cosmetic items..

Here you go.

http://www.mitsubishi-motors.com/corporate/about_us/technology/review/e/pdf/2004/16E_03.pdf

 

[leslie]

Thanks VP!!!!
very good info!!

 

[lan evo]

it was too technical for me to understand.haha

 

[Doink]

sure most japanese people they design items with effects needed from the item...

 

[Stormvolution 9]

But 1 thing for sure!!! Mitsu team hv did a very very succesful design on this VG!!! It works well during high speed n it oso look cool on de car!!! Jus look at other cars... they jus try to copy this design for thier car... Scooby-Do oso hv it now!!! :_:

 

[eyong]

Simple answer: Yes ... The design in calculated for the Evo VII's, and may not be totally effective for other car ...

 

[Cannonfodder]

Vortex generators have been used in the aeronautical industry for ages. They are a proven phenomenon that helps to prevent laminar flow separation.

That said, I can't help but think that the VG on the MR is something that Mitsubishi adapted as a sales gimmick to help differentiate it from the GSR models. It works, but not too an extent that you'll actually miss it if it disappears one day.

 

[eyong]

True ... not unless you do over 100's km/h and needed the maximum effectivity of the spoiler. Wouldn't totally call it a gimmick if it works .... A gimmick is something badged the same (Vortec Generator) that fits into your intake system, or some magnetic fuel conditioner etc ...

 

[Cannonfodder]

You'll need to be doing a lot more than just 100km/h for the thing to be even remotely effective. You don't even begin to work the rear wing until at least 160km/h.

In marketing language, a gimmick is a unique or quirky special feature that makes something "stand out" from its contemporaries. However, the special feature is typically thought to be of little relevance or use. Thus, a gimmick is a special feature for the sake of having a special feature.

Something like the your 'magnetic fuel conditioner' isn't a gimmick, that's downright fraud.

 

[eyong]

Yessir, counsellor ... hehe.

 

[DDgreystar]

yeah i experience it b4....very effective....now waiting to ON for my ride too :)) hehehe hmm wonder wats the effect with an old wing design

 

[nicknick]

DD: Interested to fix 1 for my ride. Any info where/$$ to get it?

 

[DDgreystar]

Very Paul walker or Mr. Paul Walker himself has it :)


I have 1 too...havent ON yet.....but if u wan CF look maybe u can try SS racing or N1

 

[Stormvolution 9]

nicknick,

Contact Leslie or B18C-R if u r interested in 1... Special price for all members man!!! :_: Most of us sudah beli n taruk dy... LoLzzzzzzzzzzzz....

 

[nicknick]

Oh great. I will contact them.

thanks!

 

[kampoon]

without wing won be that effective .....VG + Wing = WIN.....

 

[leslie]

old tread bump up!!! nice info...