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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 02:35 PM
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Absolutely! The increased down force alone is worth an increase of .5G in turns, the added aerodynamics is worth probably 10mph in additional top speed not to mention the 15 additional rwhp and let’s not forget the “cool” factor, priceless.
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But seriously, IMO it's just a way to separate you from your money.
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But seriously, IMO it's just a way to separate you from your money.


But at least it's only a buck . . .(cost has gotta be under a dime !)

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I believe the phrase is "a solution in search of a problem".
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