11ShelbyGT500 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 I just replaced my 2011 GT500 with a 2014 white, blue stripe GT500 convertible. So as the header states, should I install the front air dam that came with the SVT pkg. with the car; which goes below the front splitter? How much ground clearance is there, when it's installed? Does it hit the ground going up or down a steep hill, speed bumps etc.? When it is installed, does it give the car a better image? How functional is the air dam? Thank you for your advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norton Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 I just replaced my 2011 GT500 with a 2014 white, blue stripe GT500 convertible. So as the header states, should I install the front air dam that came with the SVT pkg. with the car; which goes below the front splitter? How much ground clearance is there, when it's installed? Does it hit the ground going up or down a steep hill, speed bumps etc.? When it is installed, does it give the car a better image? How functional is the air dam? Thank you for your advice. Congrats on your new ride! You're probably the best one to answer your questions, based on your driving environment/habits. FWIW, however, my experience/opinion is as follows: - The splitter is standard equipment on all 2013/2014 GT500s, without regard for whether they're Performance Pack or Track Pack cars - Whether you install yours is a matter of personal preference, along with driving conditions and driving style - Mine provides just over 5" of clearance, on level ground with stock tire sizes - It CAN take damage when driving in areas with road crowning, speed bumps, steep inclines/curbs, etc. Additional caution is definitely required. - Image is all a matter of personal preference. I like the look the splitter provides, while other don't. - It's effective at increasing front-end down force, especially at high speeds. Because of our inability to push the limit in our cars, most of us will never actually NEED it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghoust Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 I have mine still in the packaging. My car will see a few drag strip days as well as some high speed 1/2 mile roll racing events. For most of these events, I will be trailering my car and will keep the splitter off while loading and unloading the car on my trailer. For the high speed runs, I will put the splitter on as it can only help with the downforce at 150mph plus. After all, SVT says that the splitter is required to hit the claimed 200mph stock that these cars are supposed to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakshow12 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 I had them install mine before I picked it up. I have to be careful leaving my driveway but it's worth it. Looks better with it on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 - It's effective at increasing front-end down force, especially at high speeds. Because of our inability to push the limit in our cars, most of us will never actually NEED it. I'm in Mojave CA right now finishing up my weekend at the Mojave Mile LSR event. When I ran here in October I forgot my air dam at home so I ran without it. This time I brought it along and added it after unloading from my hauler. I removed my side view mirrors and added Cobra Jet mirror delete plates, removed my Quarter Window Scoops and antenna and added the 2013/14 air dam. I ran my personal best of 182.7 mph, up from 171 mph in October. I can't attribute it *all* to the air dam but it certainly played a part in a 12 mph gain. Phill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norton Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 I'm in Mojave CA right now finishing up my weekend at the Mojave Mile LSR event... I ran my personal best of 182.7 mph, up from 171 mph in October. Congrats, Phill! Sounds like fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 Alibi 2 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 My front splitter for the 14 is in the basement, the front of the car is almost too low without it, to get in & out of my driveway. Had no issue with how the front of the 11 looked anyway.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgodden Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 I have mine installed, love the look! It's harder driving the car with the low clearance, still in storage right now. I do have to enter my driveway on a angle otherwise it would take a hit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Lucca Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Did not install mine on my '14 Vert, still in the box, as I have a steep driveway. Drove the car home and backed it in on an angle. A friend said I have 1 inch of clearance. That answers that, spoiler stays in the box.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Hamilton Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Mine came installed from the dealership where it had sat on the showroom floor for a few months. Sure enough it scrapped pulling into my driveway and got a big scrap in it on day one. I have to come in at a nearly 45-degree angle but even that is not enough sometimes. I'll probably buy another lower piece in the future but won't install it for daily driving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DubbsFaris Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 I drove without mine at the Texas Mile, and had no stability issues at all. I ran a 180.7 in a stiff headwind at 85F high humidity. Last October my best was a 176.6 without it, a 174 with it. Your results may vary, and driving 200mph is much different than 185 or 190 from feedback from other guys that have done it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasL Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 I put mine on because i think it looks great when on. I scrape it all the time. No biggie though as it's just plastic getting scuffed up on the underside. Looks mean! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11ShelbyGT500 Posted April 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2014 Thank you everybody for your input I really appreciate it. After much going back and forth I put it on. I do have a level driveway, and after seeing some of your pictures I like the look it gives. Hopefully it is not a mistake, but as Thomas L says it's only plastic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norton Posted April 15, 2014 Report Share Posted April 15, 2014 They're also not that expensive to replace - Part #DR3Z-63001A04-AA available from Tousley for $119. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikejaeggi Posted April 15, 2014 Report Share Posted April 15, 2014 i think they look cool installed but even with a minor scratch or scrape, it would annoy me to look at so I never installed mine so I don't need to worry about speed bumps as much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007tungstenGT500 Posted April 15, 2014 Report Share Posted April 15, 2014 personally, i think it's there to add structural rigidity to the plastic splitter and front fascia at 200mph, not downforce, per se... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dffej51 Posted April 16, 2014 Report Share Posted April 16, 2014 I think you made the right decision by putting it on. Definitely makes the front end look more aggressive and enhances the overall appearance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twitch Posted April 17, 2014 Report Share Posted April 17, 2014 I have mine on. It is a sacrificial anode...& protects the regular air dam from being scratched. I'll probably buy an extra & just hold onto it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FAST FRED Posted April 17, 2014 Report Share Posted April 17, 2014 They're also not that expensive to replace - Part #DR3Z-63001A04-AA available from Tousley for $119. Good info Norton. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted April 17, 2014 Report Share Posted April 17, 2014 I have mine on. It is a sacrificial anode...& protects the regular air dam from being scratched. I'll probably buy an extra & just hold onto it. Ya know, that's a real good way to look at it. I just replaced my OE chin splitter at just under 300 bucks (actually $300+ after buying a bag of TEN bolts & tax) but I only paid ~$120 for the 2013 air dam extension. That means I can eat three of those and call it even vs one OEM splitter. And yeah, it LOOKS mean & nasty too. Now for a set of '13/'14 open grilles! Phill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibraltar Posted April 17, 2014 Report Share Posted April 17, 2014 I put the '13/'14 grills and splitter with extensions on mine. I really like the look, but I scrape it all the time. My car is my daily driver and I scrape going in and out of driveways regularly. I'm stock ride height with stock size tires. It clears MOST parking lot bump stops, not all. So I've whacked it on those a couple of times. I figure, once it looks crummy enough, I'll either replace it (and maybe get a second for show purposes) or just remove it altogether. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torched10 Posted April 18, 2014 Report Share Posted April 18, 2014 is the airdam the same one that came stock on the 2010??If so imgood,but if is lower than the 10 im not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted April 18, 2014 Report Share Posted April 18, 2014 is the airdam the same one that came stock on the 2010??If so imgood,but if is lower than the 10 im not It adds on to the bottom of the '10 so makes it lower. Phill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VNMSNK Posted April 19, 2014 Report Share Posted April 19, 2014 I cannot count the number of times I have scraped. I just sand the rough bits smooth again. I decided from day 1 it will be a piece I buy each year. I bought one 5 days after I picked up the car and it will go on soon and the next will be in the queue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WJinLV Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 Mine is on. Clearly, top speed went from 65mph to 210mph!! Driveway clearance was an issue if approached head on, but angled so one wheel hits first has no problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrakRat Posted April 22, 2014 Report Share Posted April 22, 2014 Yeah, sucker is low. First pic is crawling into my driveway. On my 20's it's about 3 3/4" off the ground. Even lower on the 18's at the track. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveh70 Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 I put mine on mainly just for the look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullens Posted April 25, 2014 Report Share Posted April 25, 2014 Mine is sitting in my garage. Too much of a PITA. Hits every parking stop and road dip. Hey Phill you should add to your sig. It's too short. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted April 25, 2014 Report Share Posted April 25, 2014 Mine is sitting in my garage. Too much of a PITA. Hits every parking stop and road dip. Hey Phill you should add to your sig. It's too short. I just bought some more stuff from Shelby during the Bash so your wish is my command! Phill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the5 Posted May 12, 2014 Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 Any one willing to sell one lmk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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