side skirts an front splitter
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side skirts an front splitter
Hey guys....I've got an 02 that iI want to add a front splitter and side skirts but the guy at RPI Designs said that thefront splitter would raise engine temp because of blocking air flow to the radiator....any body got any experience with this....I sure need some advice cause i don't want higher temps....I sure appreciate your help....
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Hey guys....I've got an 02 that iI want to add a front splitter and side skirts but the guy at RPI Designs said that thefront splitter would raise engine temp because of blocking air flow to the radiator....any body got any experience with this....I sure need some advice cause i don't want higher temps....I sure appreciate your help....
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When I first installes my C5R splitter my temps went up but never had any overheating issues. Ive changed the stat and tuned the car since then and now i usually dont see temps above 200. Make sure u keep the center air dam on as it directs air flow to the radiator.
Last edited by garline14; Aug 24, 2016 at 12:54 PM.
