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Post by CBA » 01 Sep 2011 06:45 pm

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Re: Whats this?

Post by CBA » 01 Sep 2011 07:08 pm

Obviously it reduces drag.
The aerodynamics of a car towing a caravan can be improved if the (air)flow that separates from the roof of the car re-attaches again along the leading edge of the roof of the caravan.

I want one - I'll be towing a 800K caravan with a 1.4.

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Re: Whats this?

Post by jon-ovlov » 01 Sep 2011 07:08 pm

An aerodynamic uber spoiler to aid air flow over a caravan. Never seen one before, probably an optional extra (removable) or an aftermarket jobby

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Re: Whats this?

Post by mattywatsit » 01 Sep 2011 09:03 pm

There were loads around in the 80's apparently and a company started producing them again last year - they are called PurpleLine and are well know to the caravan industry... as they make all sorts of caravan security and safety products.

It does indeed reduce drag and clamps to either gutter/roof rails or roof bars.

I have been caravanning with my parents since I was small, I will pm you some info on a good caravan forum that I'm a mod on.

Also my Granddad towed with his 3Door 343 back in the early 80's! He had five passengers and they went all the way to Switzerland and back with a fully laden 5 berth caravan on the back and it coped fine up and down the alps with only a B14 with the 4 speed box!

1.4 towing 800kg van shouldn't be too bad... What van have you bought/are you buying?

I am looking to buy my own van soon - which is why I've fitted a new Alko towball and checked tow bar over on my 360.

Hope this helps.

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Re: Whats this?

Post by Attack2001 » 01 Sep 2011 09:08 pm

Haha we had one of those lying around in the workshop for a while, no one ever wanted it. Never seen a picture of one on a car before! It went in the skip a few months ago if i recal :?
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Re: Whats this?

Post by Chris_C » 01 Sep 2011 10:14 pm

[Geek]Thats a genuine Volvo part... as shown in the 1989 accessories catalogue[/Geek]*runs and hides as he realises just how sad he's become*
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Re: Whats this?

Post by V6 Man » 01 Sep 2011 10:53 pm

Volvo did them for 140's, 164's, 300's, 200's, 700's and 900's - all genuine accessories. They were very popular on other marques as well back in the day.
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Re: Whats this?

Post by CBA » 02 Sep 2011 05:23 am

its out of the volvo towing guide :)

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Re: Whats this?

Post by CBA » 02 Sep 2011 06:16 am

it didnt mention what it was called, looking for the actual name volvo gave to it.

My van is a Sterling 2 Berth late 70's but it looks like a 4 berth, super comfy no leaks :)

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Re: Whats this?

Post by mattywatsit » 02 Sep 2011 12:45 pm

CBA wrote:it didnt mention what it was called, looking for the actual name volvo gave to it.

My van is a Sterling 2 Berth late 70's but it looks like a 4 berth, super comfy no leaks :)
Cool! Pics needed as usual :lol: 8)

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Re: Whats this?

Post by CBA » 02 Sep 2011 06:25 pm

not picked it up yet, kindof.. need.. a.. towbar.

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Re: Whats this?

Post by L14MNP » 02 Sep 2011 10:36 pm

No-one mentioned the name yet?!

Windslammer! :lol:

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Re: Whats this?

Post by CBA » 03 Sep 2011 03:19 am

Excellent :D

I need a Windslammer! 8)

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Re: Whats this?

Post by CBA » 03 Sep 2011 03:30 am

its a Thule wind deflector??
Same as PurpleLine one as far as I can see, the design mustn't have been patented - so many copies of it.


Found one 99p :D :D :D , gotta reduce drag by 5-10%?? worth 99p :wink:

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Re: Whats this?

Post by finn » 14 Sep 2011 11:19 pm

omg i need a windslammer now !!!!!!!!! it sound so cool defo on my list of best 300 extras

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