next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
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next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
Not to rain on your parade, but you might be best served by an aftermarket hood that lets in some cooling air to the compartment, rather than a functional ram air system.
We took a look at the pressure trace on the next-gen Holden Commodore front end, which has a similar profile to the GTO, as we were considering doing a functional system for the Zeta GTO. The only high-pressure areas were the lower half of the front fascia and the windshield base (about 4-5" above the hood). All other areas were low or negative pressure (yes, this means that the Woodward Cruise GTO system would not be truly functional - sorry, Kip!).
We took a look at the pressure trace on the next-gen Holden Commodore front end, which has a similar profile to the GTO, as we were considering doing a functional system for the Zeta GTO. The only high-pressure areas were the lower half of the front fascia and the windshield base (about 4-5" above the hood). All other areas were low or negative pressure (yes, this means that the Woodward Cruise GTO system would not be truly functional - sorry, Kip!).
dont know how credible this guy is, but he lives in michigan and got very detailed.
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
As far as I can see, the new Holden Commodore's front end does infact look alot like and shaped much like the current VZ Commodore.
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
Originally Posted by guionM
As far as I can see, the new Holden Commodore's front end does infact look alot like and shaped much like the current VZ Commodore.
You've seen it?
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
That is odd that hte negative pressure ends that far and high back.
But how tall is the skin I wonder? Ya know? Would a 3" opening near the front get over the skin effect?
Just thankin' out laoud.
But how tall is the skin I wonder? Ya know? Would a 3" opening near the front get over the skin effect?
Just thankin' out laoud.
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
i'll confirm it. the frontal area is very, very similar to the current VZ Commodore.
and in terms of the aero, have you noticed how most "grilles" aren't even functional anymore? most cooling air is ingested from below the bumper height these days.
and in terms of the aero, have you noticed how most "grilles" aren't even functional anymore? most cooling air is ingested from below the bumper height these days.
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
Originally Posted by Z284ever
The poster in that thread is very credible. He just took early retirement from GM.
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
Originally Posted by dav305z
Oh yeah - he's the one who was on the GP GXP design team. He's been very credible in posts I've seen on ClubGP. Someone needs to bring him over here - we need all the insiders we can get.
Yup, that's the same guy. And I agree, he'd make an interesting addition around here. He not only worked on the GXP but also the Zeta GTO.
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
Originally Posted by AnthonyHSV
Or be on Mickey T's PM list
Remember, GM people read these threads, so we might want to be careful in naming sources, regardless as to how obvious they may be.
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
Just to give you guys a heads up:
We are in the height of the summer testing season in Cal-Nev-Ariz area.
Seems everyone and their brother are bagging a particular sedan, both in LHD & RHD. You'll probally see it in your choice of car rag soon.
Don't let the cammos or strange paint schemes fool you. It's actually a pretty nice looking car.
We are in the height of the summer testing season in Cal-Nev-Ariz area.
Seems everyone and their brother are bagging a particular sedan, both in LHD & RHD. You'll probally see it in your choice of car rag soon.
Don't let the cammos or strange paint schemes fool you. It's actually a pretty nice looking car.
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
Originally Posted by guionM
Just to give you guys a heads up:
We are in the height of the summer testing season in Cal-Nev-Ariz area.
Seems everyone and their brother are bagging a particular sedan, both in LHD & RHD. You'll probally see it in your choice of car rag soon.
Don't let the cammos or strange paint schemes fool you. It's actually a pretty nice looking car.
We are in the height of the summer testing season in Cal-Nev-Ariz area.
Seems everyone and their brother are bagging a particular sedan, both in LHD & RHD. You'll probally see it in your choice of car rag soon.
Don't let the cammos or strange paint schemes fool you. It's actually a pretty nice looking car.
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
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Re: next GTO on Zeta, next gen Commodore front end similar profile to current gto
Originally Posted by Chrome383Z