Installed a front air dam on a 99 two door

[rav]

This was one of the best mods i had done to my old 95XJ both in terms of looks and added mpg.

Like how it overlaps the fender flare:

So it was only a matter of time i did it again on my new 99 two door. I could not get the center flare extension out so install on the 97-01 is a PITA compared to 84-96 but I am very happy as to how it came out.

Front View:

Side view:

[/URL]

Like how the front pumpkin is all covered up

 

[offroadordnance]

Any positive or negative effect on engine temp?

 

[rav]

did not notice any increase or decrease on the 95. The 99 has idiot lights so can't say.

 

[O-Gauge Steamer]

It is a sound, proven, benefit to add a dam. The more air you can keep from getting under the vehicle, the less resistance you get to movement.

I did my Triumph Spitfire that way. Incorporating the dam into front fender flairs. Had all of about one inch of ground clearance under the dam...

 

[XJLI]

is this a factory air dam? or some ebay special?

 

[rav]

Its of a chevy blazer/GMC jimmy.

 

[Dr. Dyno]

Yeah, and I bet I know who inspired that idea.

 

[rav]

Yeah, and I bet I know who inspired that idea.

you are absolutely right!

 

[Talyn]

What did you gain in MPG?

 

[rav]

Don't have the data on 99 as the PO put 235's on it and the speedo is off but on my 95 i got 1.5-2 mpg increase. Not bad for $27 mod.