Hi Stuart, I came across your channel and I have binge watched all the episodes. I have a manual S4 and I actually like the wing. I took the overweight 5 litre out of my car 5 years ago and replaced it with a GM LS3, a lot of work and sacriledge to some. Your project is next level though, you have the fortitude to push through the numerous road blocks, keep up the good work.
My '82 has a wing, was tempted to take it off but its grown on me, its basically a personal thing Another great episode lots more happening and like you looking forward to see it run Rememeber to look up
Personally I like the wing for two reasons, firstly it is a beautifully designed wing that was clearly designed to be part of the car rather than something whacked on as an afterthought. Secondly in cars without a reversing camera it gives a nice reference point for the rear extremity of the car when reversing.
Hmm, not sure whether to keep the wing or not. I really like them, but it does look clean without it. The non-painted wing on my GT came in really handy at times too - as a table lol. No danger of scratching it and I often put a laptop bag or whatever (not too heavy) on it. Also came in handy more than a few times at Harry’s Cafe-de-wheels in Darlinghurst where it made a really good bench to put a plate on while eating…
Love the clean rear end look, voting for delete wing, delete wipers and love the flared guards as well. Also, is it time to reconsider putting the AC back in and use it as cooler for the battery as well?
It won't have the grunt to justify flared arches (I'd feel like a cheat) and I'm happy with the clean S4 look. Yes I would like to add back the AC but I know it'll be a big task - there simply is no room in the logical spot and I know it'll take a lot of time to sort it out and find locations for components like the Evaporator, TX valve, fans, etc. Compressor should be no prob as I already have one, and all the circuitry to drive it. I'd rather get the car driving, assess how well my new battery cooling system works, and add AC once it's on the road. Thanks for your input.
Perhaps an S2 spoiler would be better? It would reduce drag by pulling the laminar airflow down the rear hatch vs the S4 ‘wing’ which increases drag but improves downforce. In terms of looks, I like the wing but that’s probably because I am used to that look.
Fix the sunroof. It’ll be cheaper than deleting it, and leaving it there, in a non-functional state, is stupid. Lose the spoiler and wiper but flare the guards.
Wow, that black S4 with no wing. I love wings, but that looked the business without a wing.
Hi Stuart, I came across your channel and I have binge watched all the episodes. I have a manual S4 and I actually like the wing. I took the overweight 5 litre out of my car 5 years ago and replaced it with a GM LS3, a lot of work and sacriledge to some. Your project is next level though, you have the fortitude to push through the numerous road blocks, keep up the good work.
Thank you. Glad you like them!
Nice work. I vote no wing as I assume it worsens the drag coefficient at most speeds.
No wing, no wiper and flared guards looks the biz, Stu. You know what you gotta do.
...and please keep up the Dad jokes
Another NO WING vote. Looks very smooth without and if it isn't needed, it's just extra weight.
My '82 has a wing, was tempted to take it off but its grown on me, its basically a personal thing
Another great episode lots more happening and like you looking forward to see it run
Rememeber to look up
Yep, I’ve got a head like yours, all scar tissue. Triple whammy, no early warning system, no protection on impact and no camouflage after.
made me laugh 😵💫
Personally I like the wing for two reasons, firstly it is a beautifully designed wing that was clearly designed to be part of the car rather than something whacked on as an afterthought. Secondly in cars without a reversing camera it gives a nice reference point for the rear extremity of the car when reversing.
Surely mine is one of the very few with a reversing camera, as it's part of the MG's loom and was never fitted as OEM.
Keep the wing! It's part of the car's history and personality.
Hmm, not sure whether to keep the wing or not. I really like them, but it does look clean without it. The non-painted wing on my GT came in really handy at times too - as a table lol. No danger of scratching it and I often put a laptop bag or whatever (not too heavy) on it. Also came in handy more than a few times at Harry’s Cafe-de-wheels in Darlinghurst where it made a really good bench to put a plate on while eating…
Looking good! No Wing and 'Yes' to Knight Rider/Tesla steering wheel.
No wing
Love the clean rear end look, voting for delete wing, delete wipers and love the flared guards as well. Also, is it time to reconsider putting the AC back in and use it as cooler for the battery as well?
It won't have the grunt to justify flared arches (I'd feel like a cheat) and I'm happy with the clean S4 look. Yes I would like to add back the AC but I know it'll be a big task - there simply is no room in the logical spot and I know it'll take a lot of time to sort it out and find locations for components like the Evaporator, TX valve, fans, etc. Compressor should be no prob as I already have one, and all the circuitry to drive it. I'd rather get the car driving, assess how well my new battery cooling system works, and add AC once it's on the road. Thanks for your input.
Perhaps an S2 spoiler would be better? It would reduce drag by pulling the laminar airflow down the rear hatch vs the S4 ‘wing’ which increases drag but improves downforce. In terms of looks, I like the wing but that’s probably because I am used to that look.
The Leaf batteries die way earlier than they should because of that lack of cooling too.
A good example of why it's needed.
No wing !! 👍
Keep the wing! You don't need any more work😂😂😂
Fix the sunroof. It’ll be cheaper than deleting it, and leaving it there, in a non-functional state, is stupid. Lose the spoiler and wiper but flare the guards.
thanks please leave the S4 WING ON
You dont intend to fly so you dont need a wing?
the e-928 will need a wing
Spoiler/Wing delete!!👌
Lose the wing - looks heaps better without it