Fitting Rear Spoiler

Robinm

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I know this has been the subject of earlier threads but the latest I can find is Nov 2023 and the questions raised largely went unanswered. So, with apologies, I'm going to ask similar ones again in the hope that answers have become available in the interim 18 months.

I've just taken delivery of a red 2022 F Type R575 (it's brilliant!) and am interested in learning about the feasibility of fitting a fixed rear spoiler - what it entails? whether fixed or active SVR (I'm aware of the cost differential), any significant negative issues etc.

I've approached 2 authorised dealers and one independent specialist and none of them had any idea at all. If anyone who reads this post has experience of such a mod or knows of a garage, within a generous area of the Midlands, that is familiar with the requirements thereof, I would be glad to hear from you.

I'm not convinced by the overall look and performance of the standard extending/retracting spoiler. It is essentially an airbrake without significant aerodynamic proprties and as such, despite fulfilling its primary role, it creates a great deal of drag. In my very limited experience of ownership, when deployed the steering seems to become rather vague. I wonder whether, at significant speed, excessive down-force at the rear is causing the front to lift somewhat? I'd appreciate your feedback on this and anything related.
 
i suspect the garages you have spoken to are just not interested, you will need a wind tunnel to help you decide as i am sure jag spent days , weeks in a tunnel to get the car sorted before production
 
Thank you for those replies. Yes, I'm sure you're correct regarding the prior testing by Jaguar. I've been influenced by aircraft air brakes which, without close inspection, look somewhat similar. It's early days, once I've driven the car a lot more I shall get a proper feel for all of its characteristics.

Tim, I'm just South of Stratford on Avon, Warwicks, but am prepared to travel. I'd like to discuss the details of the various installation options with you - either here or privately. Let me know if we can arrange that.
Many thanks
 
I haven't used but have spoken to Tim previously, very nice chap and very helpful .... recommended.
He and his team know stuff.
 
I've had the pleasure of speaking to Tim this afternoon. We had a great chat. He was very friendly, patient and extremely helpful. My questions have been answered and he has given me some very useful and reasonably local contacts with whom I may proceed.
Thank you Tim.
 
i had the SVR upto 165 mph at jag svr teating ground and perfectly stable and ok on the stearing until i braked going into long corner then front got heavy
 
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