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Originally Posted by MrDew
Newtons third law:
Every action is accompanied by a reaction of equal magnitude but opposite direction --> "up^-force" of air equals "down-force" on the vehicle... excuse my nediness
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Newton's 3rd Law, (as you stated above), does not apply to fluid dynamics the way that, say, two vehicles crashing into each other does.
Basically, by using hoods like this, you decrease "lift" on the front end, which has the same effect (in practice) as creating more "downforce" on the front end through the use of front splitters and such.
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2004 CTS-V
Mods: CAI, Spoiler, SW Heat Extractor Hood, PC'ed CCW SP600 wheels (19"x9" and 19"x10"), Toyo R888 (F: 235/35ZR19 - R: 295/30ZR19), Magnaflow Cat-back, UUC Shifter w/ bushings, Ground Control Coilover Kit (750f/800r), FG2 shocks, Hotchkis Swaybars, Custom FRCs, Kooks 1 3/4" Coated LT Headers, ARP Header Studs, NGK TR55ix, SS Brake Lines, Drilled/Slotted Rotors, Hawk HP+ Pads, GForce Axles, Monster Stage 2 w/ 18 lb Flywheel, D.P.S.E. Dyno Tune = 351 hp/ 365 ft-lbs (corrected)