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Old 10-22-2015, 09:02 AM
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Is it bad to drive stage III aero package on the street? My dealer said its not recommended.
Old 10-22-2015, 09:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Bryan4523
Is it bad to drive stage III aero package on the street? My dealer said its not recommended.


I drive mine with full aero, I paid for the extra so it stays on the car. The only concern would be catching something the bigger/wider end fins and mpg from extra down force.
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It's perfect on the street, don't listen to the dealer.

Old 10-22-2015, 09:44 AM
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I added the Stage 3 splitter ends and wickerbill...keeping it up and still get 20mpg plus. I love the look...
Old 10-22-2015, 10:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Speednet
It's perfect on the street, don't listen to the dealer.

Splendid!!! good luck keeping it clean...
Old 10-22-2015, 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Bryan4523
Is it bad to drive stage III aero package on the street? My dealer said its not recommended.

I think your dealer has his head in a very malodorous dark place. I drive mine almost daily!
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It's in the manual that it is for track use only.

I have my front bits on. Wicked bill off.
Old 10-22-2015, 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by ElCid79
It's in the manual that it is for track use only.

I have my front bits on. Wicked bill off.
I would think the additional downforce of the front splitter minus the wickerbill would upset the balance of the car. I'd leave the wickerbill on or remove it and the larger front endcaps (stage 2 set up)
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Good point. Haven't noticed it being off. I will try adding wickerbill.
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Originally Posted by ElCid79
It's in the manual that it is for track use only.

Of course it is.
Old 10-24-2015, 10:53 AM
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If the cars were EPA tested without stage 3, then the builder can't recommend its use on "public roads" without retesting. Big Brother is on the job!

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Not recommended? Maybe they should have used the word ideal.

Front splitter on driveways and Michelin tire wear rating may not be ideal for driving in town, but many/ many people have dealt with these types of issues on many brands of cars for years.

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