best wing or wingless for 94-98

LX XLR8R · 09-13-2002, 11:47 AM

basically im building a sick motor for a 95 i am picking up but the car has a fighter wing on it now that has to go..now i have heard stories from the newer mod motor guys that on newer cars they gained 2-3mph by taking the stock wing off..is it just that wing or should i be weary of anywing..i mean i am only going to see less than 130 in the 1/4 and is a strickly 1/4 car..so what you all think

USMC302 · 09-13-2002, 11:59 AM

I was under the assumption that you wing is helpfull in the downforce or whatever app you go for, at speeds over 100mph. Before that they aren't much for anything but looks. as far as that goes, i hate the no wing look IMO, it just looks like Ford didn't complete the job ya know?...

mpj76 · 09-13-2002, 01:00 PM

Unless your car is spinning tires at 130, lose the wing. Wings create downforce to increase traction through friction AT HIGH SPEED. The increased friction also translates to slower top speed.

andy669 · 09-13-2002, 01:58 PM

mpj76 I agree. Even if the car was spinning the tires at 130, I dont think a stock type wing would make much difference.

As for looks, I like them best without a wing. But if I had to have one, I'd choose the Cobra.

Andy

302 LX Eric · 09-13-2002, 02:37 PM

My vote is for the clean shaved look. No need for a wing IMO.

E

Mustangbelle306 · 09-13-2002, 05:11 PM

I say no wing. I've had almost all the Saleen wings, and I think without a wing it has more refined, sleek lines, like a classic sports coupe (got a V6 decklid). But then again, I'm a big Euro car fan (especially BMWs), so my opinion may not be worth much

When did you pick up the SN95 dork??? You never write me anymore and tell me about your cars

Keep a nigga in touch yo!!!

Mustangbelle306 · 09-13-2002, 05:55 PM

Hay check out my REAR END

srv1 · 09-13-2002, 07:43 PM

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Originally posted by Mustangbelle306
Hay check out my REAR END

ooh!

what a smooth rear end you got Belle! i always liked your rear end. we need more pics of it.

Hey, do you mind if i come over and wax your rear end? i will make sure i will rub it good!

*click-click...Matt loading his shotgun and doesn't see any humor in it at all.... *

929PhoenixSquid · 09-13-2002, 08:05 PM

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Originally posted by srv1
ooh! what a smooth rear end you got Belle! i always liked your rear end. we need more pics of it.

Hey, do you mind if i come over and wax your rear end? i will make sure i will rub it good!

*click-click...Matt loading his shotgun and doesn't see any humor in it at all.... *

You better watch your back! I am considering releasing my ATTACH CANARY on you!!! Yeah, you might think a canary is a weak and defenseless bird, but it's the unexpected SILENCE of the attack that kills you.....you'll never even hear those small yellow wings creepng up behind you and then BAM!!! It's 1/4 inch beak is upon you.....

and for the big guns, I might have to let "Killer" out of his cage. (Killer AKA "Birdy Footy) the extremely aggressive lovebird!

srv1 · 09-13-2002, 10:34 PM

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Originally posted by 929PhoenixSquid
You better watch your back! I am considering releasing my ATTACH CANARY on you!!! Yeah, you might think a canary is a weak and defenseless bird, but it's the unexpected SILENCE of the attack that kills you.....you'll never even hear those small yellow wings creepng up behind you and then BAM!!! It's 1/4 inch beak is upon you.....

and for the big guns, I might have to let "Killer" out of his cage. (Killer AKA "Birdy Footy) the extremely aggressive lovebird!

you are going to unleash your "little" birdy on me? HAHAHAHA!

LxMustangRacer · 09-13-2002, 10:41 PM

I was going to say to keep a wing because they look ugly as hell without them, but then I looked at the pic of belle's car and changed my mind. I don't know what to think anymore, I don't think I'd like a vert without a wing though(I realize that doesn't apply to you).

gofastmercury · 09-13-2002, 11:20 PM

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Originally posted by LxMustangRacer
I was going to say to keep a wing because they look ugly as hell without them, but then I looked at the pic of belle's car and changed my mind. I don't know what to think anymore.

Was going to say the exact same thing. even voted for a cobra wing. It looks realy clean without it.

(and people say I dont like it when people modify their cars!)

LX XLR8R · 09-14-2002, 09:14 AM

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Originally posted by Mustangbelle306
I say no wing. I've had almost all the Saleen wings, and I think without a wing it has more refined, sleek lines, like a classic sports coupe (got a V6 decklid). But then again, I'm a big Euro car fan (especially BMWs), so my opinion may not be worth much

When did you pick up the SN95 dork??? You never write me anymore and tell me about your cars Keep a nigga in touch yo!!!

it is a 95 v-6..black fighter wing..cobra front bumper..dual exhaust..varios yellow interior parts..its hot i might just rock it like it is

its making way for a 408 DFI motor w /c-4..got some parts allready..can you say over 500hp and 500ftq under 6000rpms..i got a woody!o yea i got a purple bottle with anohter benjamin of horses for it also...

929PhoenixSquid · 09-16-2002, 07:59 AM

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Originally posted by srv1
you are going to unleash your "little" birdy on me? HAHAHAHA!

....

my canary died on Sat....

302crew · 09-16-2002, 10:52 AM

i kinda like the supra style wing that is on it right now it gives it a ricer look and those rims on it look real sharp almost like they came off someones honda

lx5091 · 09-16-2002, 11:01 AM

what do you think about the foxbody lx hatchbacks? wing or wingless, or with the GT wing. I like the idea of the GT wing, Ford should not have used the lx wing except for on the 4 bangers. That and the bullet holes, pre-'91. Those should have been 4 cyl parts. anyway, does anyone know what it looks like under a foxbody lx wing? wondering if i'd have to repaint if i went with a different wing.

LX XLR8R · 09-16-2002, 06:02 PM

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Originally posted by 302crew
i kinda like the supra style wing that is on it right now it gives it a ricer look and those rims on it look real sharp almost like they came off someones honda

dick

Casper5.0 · 09-16-2002, 07:55 PM

My vote is for the s281 wing, looks clean but still sets off the rear end nicely.

RYAN

srv1 · 09-16-2002, 08:08 PM

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Originally posted by 929PhoenixSquid
.... my canary died on Sat....

oh

sorry to hear about the canary

929PhoenixSquid · 09-17-2002, 07:53 AM

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Originally posted by srv1
oh sorry to hear about the canary

Thank you... At least he was happy living with us.

09-13-2002, 11:47 AM	#1
LX XLR8R Dirk Diggler Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: SLOATSBURG, NY Posts: 1,931	best wing or wingless for 94-98 basically im building a sick motor for a 95 i am picking up but the car has a fighter wing on it now that has to go..now i have heard stories from the newer mod motor guys that on newer cars they gained 2-3mph by taking the stock wing off..is it just that wing or should i be weary of anywing..i mean i am only going to see less than 130 in the 1/4 and is a strickly 1/4 car..so what you all think __________________ 95 undecided cubes, AFR 185s,undecided cam, undecided intake, and a 150 hit 89 "turbonotch" 2.3T You might want to hold on..i saw this on a cartoon once

09-13-2002, 11:59 AM	#2
USMC302 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Gallatin, Tn Posts: 1,326	I was under the assumption that you wing is helpfull in the downforce or whatever app you go for, at speeds over 100mph. Before that they aren't much for anything but looks. as far as that goes, i hate the no wing look IMO, it just looks like Ford didn't complete the job ya know?... __________________

09-13-2002, 01:58 PM	#4
andy669 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Moline Il Posts: 901	mpj76 I agree. Even if the car was spinning the tires at 130, I dont think a stock type wing would make much difference. As for looks, I like them best without a wing. But if I had to have one, I'd choose the Cobra. Andy __________________ 88 coupe 91 LX NMRA Pure Street 5120

09-13-2002, 02:37 PM	#5
302 LX Eric or '331 LX Eric' Join Date: Jan 1999 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 2,142	Wingman? Who needs a wingman? My vote is for the clean shaved look. No need for a wing IMO. E __________________ 1991 5.0 LX Coupe - 40,750 miles 331 cu. in. / Tremec 3550 / BFG Drag Radials 12.22 @ 114.31 mph - w/1.89 60'

09-13-2002, 10:41 PM	#11
LxMustangRacer Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Allendale, Mi Posts: 137	I was going to say to keep a wing because they look ugly as hell without them, but then I looked at the pic of belle's car and changed my mind. I don't know what to think anymore, I don't think I'd like a vert without a wing though(I realize that doesn't apply to you). __________________ 1994 Mustang GT Convertible

09-13-2002, 01:00 PM	#3
mpj76 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 158	Unless your car is spinning tires at 130, lose the wing. Wings create downforce to increase traction through friction AT HIGH SPEED. The increased friction also translates to slower top speed.

09-13-2002, 05:11 PM	#6
Mustangbelle306 Yay for Chickys Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 1,532	I say no wing. I've had almost all the Saleen wings, and I think without a wing it has more refined, sleek lines, like a classic sports coupe (got a V6 decklid). But then again, I'm a big Euro car fan (especially BMWs), so my opinion may not be worth much When did you pick up the SN95 dork??? You never write me anymore and tell me about your cars Keep a nigga in touch yo!!!

09-16-2002, 10:52 AM	#15
302crew Registered Member Join Date: May 1999 Location: sloatsburg Posts: 261	i kinda like the supra style wing that is on it right now it gives it a ricer look and those rims on it look real sharp almost like they came off someones honda __________________ 306 edelbrock 6037 heads full mac exuast 1.7 rr 373 rear hd clutch tremec mighty demon 650 carb msd ignition rpm air gap intake custom cam still trying to get it to run right

09-16-2002, 11:01 AM	#16
lx5091 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Fall River, MA Posts: 467	what do you think about the foxbody lx hatchbacks? wing or wingless, or with the GT wing. I like the idea of the GT wing, Ford should not have used the lx wing except for on the 4 bangers. That and the bullet holes, pre-'91. Those should have been 4 cyl parts. anyway, does anyone know what it looks like under a foxbody lx wing? wondering if i'd have to repaint if i went with a different wing. __________________ '02 Explorer XLT 4.0L --Nice Vehicle '97 Saturn SL1--Soon to be ditched for a Ford!

09-16-2002, 07:55 PM	#18
Casper5.0 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Stillwater, OK Posts: 107	My vote is for the s281 wing, looks clean but still sets off the rear end nicely. RYAN __________________ 94 cobra, steeda tri-ax, bbk longtubes, dr. gas x pipe, eec tuner, ultra flo's, 65 mm tb, underdrives, 75 mm MAF, homemade CAI, steeda #19 cam, Steeda LCA's, 3.73's, subframes 13.7 @ 103.03 before cam and gears

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