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My other question would be:I have the OEM spoiler ...
My other question would be:
Does the Rear Spoiler keep (and protect) the Trunk Lid from scratches that might occurs when pressing on it with one hand to close the trunk?
I mean, do you put your hand on the spoiler or on the metal, or both, when closing the trunk?
So you were only interested in a spoiler if it kept the back of the car clean? I can attest as others have it does not, however it looks awesome.Thanks everyone. Think I’ll save my money and forget about a rear spoiler.
My other question would be:
Does the Rear Spoiler keep (and protect) the Trunk Lid from scratches that might occurs when pressing on it with one hand to close the trunk?
I mean, do you put your hand on the spoiler or on the metal, or both, when closing the trunk?
I usually use the interior handle to pull down and then place my other hand on the license plate to close the trunk. It's what mobile service showed me anyway....
BTW, the OEM spoiler does appear to help a bit with performance at high speed. This is from an Unplugged Performance study on the OEM spoiler from Tesla:
"Result: As expected, this product is not just for looks, it indeed performs improvements in high-speed stability and drag reduction. The vehicle’s total drag was reduced by 2.3% and the rear downforce was increased over baseline by 34.7%. This reduced the total drag coefficient (Cd) by 0.005."
Independent Aerodynamic Study of Tesla Model 3 by Unplugged Performance
The increased downforce will reduce range by increasing the tire's rolling resistance.Hmmm...2.3% is a lot. Enough to offset a lot of the wheel inefficiencies, but somehow the Performance has a significantly lower mileage rating. Hmmm....
I use the interior handle to pull down, and then just push down on the spoiler gently. If I'm REALLY good, the handle is all I need, if I get it far enough pulled down that gravity does the rest. This depends on how your struts behave, and also the build of the car. My friend's Model 3 has a much stiffer trunk, so it needs a much firmer press - even after replacing the struts.
Closing and securely latching the trunk on my Model 3 has always been a bit awkward using only the interior handle and I'd usually still have to press down on the spoiler to insure a solid latch closure. This product - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H4JVDKA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1- has made closing the trunk easy, and best of all, you never have to put your hands or fingers on the spoiler. View attachment 511799
Closing and securely latching the trunk on my Model 3 has always been a bit awkward using only the interior handle and I'd usually still have to press down on the spoiler to insure a solid latch closure. This product - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H4JVDKA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1- has made closing the trunk easy, and best of all, you never have to put your hands or fingers on the spoiler. View attachment 511799
Actually, more downforce increases the efficiency of the transfer of power from the rear motor to the pavement. It acts like vortex generators on an aircraft wing which reduces drag. The problem is that for any of this to matter you have to be driving at high speeds - speeds well beyond the most efficient speeds for getting the optimal range. So ultimately, car spoilers are about increasing performance, not about increasing efficiency. Throw in some big 20" rims and there goes your range.The increased downforce will reduce range by increasing the tire's rolling resistance.
So there's less wind drag but more wheel drag. Will need someone much smarter than me to figure out which one will have a bigger impact on your range.
Not really. There is a drain hole in the center of the trough and it can be mounted with the trough (handle) at the top, or at the bottom of the license plate. Also, it's pretty thick clear plastic and is secured with 4 stainless steel screws.Interesting. Does the trough collect dirt?