What is the point of splitter rods?
Splitters contribute to the car’s performance by “splitting” the air to reduce lift and increase traction. When a car reaches high speeds, air pressure builds up at the front of the car. The air forced under the car is at a relatively high pressure.
What do I need to make a front splitter?
We are talking about building your own splitter, using basic tools and skills, and about $60 in materials from Home Depot. To build your splitter, all you need is a piece of 15/32-inch plywood, a pencil and a plumb bob. The plumb bob helps you accurately outline the shape of the front of your car.
How much downforce does a splitter create?
If you have followed our advice and made a nice, simple front splitter, you might make 300 pounds of front downforce at 80 mph. Alternatively, with a huge splitter and monster diffusers, all working properly, you might be up to 600 pounds of front downforce. You’ll need a rear wing to match accordingly.
What kind of plastic is used for splitters?
Pieces can withstand a lot of deflection upon impact before ultimately breaking, and professional race teams have used ABS to make front splitters and dive planes for years. ABS is also used on many interior trim pieces, as softer plastics would fatigue over time.
How to choose the best splitter support rods?
Professional Awesome Splitter Support Rods Rod Length Choose an option 18″ 36″ 48″ Clevis Options Choose an option Standard 5/16 – 24 Stan Pair of Titanium Skid Pucks Choose an option Gold Purple Blue No Pair of Elevator Bolts Choose an option 2-M81.25 20mm length 2-
Do you need rigid support for a splitter?
Rigid supports are great, until you slam your splitter into the ground and damage it, the frame where the rods are mounted, and/or the rods themselves. Cables will flex in those situations, but will not rigidly hold the splitter otherwise.
What do you need to build a car splitter?
To build your splitter, all you need is a piece of 15/32-inch plywood, a pencil and a plumb bob. The plumb bob helps you accurately outline the shape of the front of your car.
How much does a car splitter cost at Home Depot?
A 4’x8′ piece is $35-40 from “home depot racing.” Easy to work with. I used a jig saw and skill saw to cut it to shape. Durable. I’ve hit lots of cones, scraped driveways and even hit a parking curb. It still looks good and is fully functional. Strong and stiff. Despite a 4.5″ lip I did not need strut rods and have tested it at speeds of 130 mph.