Radical SR4 rear wing

[Richard Houlgate]

Bent mine, Radical say it can't be repaired.
Does anyone have a second hand one they don't want?
Any leads much appreciated

[khm]

http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

was a while ago, but worth a try ?!?!

[yellowrad]

I have an sr4 wing for sale. Its a single wing, not the bi-plane version. Give me a call if you interested,

Jon
07941 777777

[Richard Houlgate]

Tried to call you Jon but the number doesn't work. I'm on 01743 351 678, grateful if you could call me. Thanks

[wavesport7]

I have an 'as new' SR4 biplane wing for sale, you can call me on 01525 218153.

Regards Guy

Edited by wavesport7 on Saturday 2nd August 14:06

[Richard Houlgate]

Guy

Thanks, but I've found a wing

[craig7l]

hi guys,
just while on wings... how critical is the position in terms of length from the wheel base.

for instance if a wing has been designed on a car that is outbound of the bodyork as apposed to above the rear wheels and on the bodywork
why?

just wondered what consequences of moving the rear wing inwards inside the bodywork could potentially be on a car which has an outbound rear wing


cheers

Edited by craig7l on Saturday 16th August 12:26

[Simon T]

1. Moving the wing foward will affect the balance of the car as the point (moment?) of downforce will move towards the front of the car.
2. You might also find that downforce is either reduced or increased because of the changed effect of the bodywork on the airflow.
3. Some wings also work in conjunction with the rear diffuser, moving it will also impact that, if you have one.
4. How much depends on the effectiveness in it's current position

Why do you want to move it?

Simon

[craig7l]

because ive just ordered one of these as a road car with occasional trackdays

With the wing as it sits it doesnt fit in the garage.... dont fancy dismantling every time i come home..



LS v8 engine 500bhp in 1000kg car.

Edited by craig7l on Sunday 17th August 09:27

[Richard Houlgate]

I think that you should be very careful. Treat the wing as a part of th overall handling package. I have been told by several people that the wing on the Radical SR4 is essential and that it would be dangerous to drive the car with a bent wing, or no wing at all.
So it would probaly be best to speak to the manufacturers of the car and ask their advice. If they won't play ball you'll have to book some track time and set up the wing with someone who knows what they are doing.