> -----Original Message-----
> From: Scott A. Roberts [mailto:herald1200@home.com]
> Sent: 17 January 2001 15:29
> To: Will
> Cc: triumphs@autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: drag coefficient-Heralds
>
> Since were on the subject, what is the drag coefficient and
> wind resistance
> factor of a Herald? Is there an appropriate or approximate
> equiveliency
> ratio to that of a mis-shapen brick? Would skirts and a faux
> wedge nose(ala
> mopar superbird) coupled with a tail cone and a few
> deflectors increase my
> airflowability?
<SNIP>
Funnily enough, Standard-Triumph did some experiments with a more
streamlined Herald. It sat lower with a much smaller front profile. Seating
was reduced as was the wheelbase. I think they called it Spitfire.......
Cheers,
Bill.
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