Re: Why were ground effects banned in F1


"Vittorio Janus" <vittorio.janus@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> On Mon, 8 Aug 2005 17:10:09 +0100, Doc Knutsen
> <doc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
>
>>Ronnie vs Gilles vs Tom Pryce around the Curva Grande... torquey atmo
>>engines with 800 bhp, little aero downforce and dirty big rear slicks...
>>howzat?
>> Doc
>>
> It was wonderful of course but it was a result of designer's
> ignorance, not legislation. I really don't think that we will ever be
> able to go back to those days while the FIA are in a mind-set that
> specifies height of wing or size of tunnel etc., etc. The only
> suggestion I've seen that steps around this is that cars be tested at
> the start of the season in a standard wind tunnel, with standard wings
> at standard angles. Maximum downforce allowed is 110% of minimum
> weight. FOR THE REST OF THE SEASON, only wing angles can be changed.
> Puts a hell of a lot of pressure on the mechanical side...
>
> If you could stop the teams 'interpreting' the rules (aka cheating),
> we might get some decent racing.
>
> --
> Regards
> vj

You dream a lot don't you. :o)
The grand era of F1 50's - 70's maybe even the early 80's
has gone. umffph!!! What a shame.

F1 needs to quickly deal with the regs though. mechanical grip needs to be
made by far the predominate means of grip. Less Aero more driver talent.
That's the way to go.

Hugster


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