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Rear Window dirt magnet

Discussion in 'Prius v Accessories and Modifications' started by jim1, Jan 14, 2014.

  1. jim1

    jim1 Junior Member

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    Did the Prius v not pass wind tunnel tests? The rear window collects dirt instantly and needs continual cleaning/washer-wiper action. Are there any spoiler mods or other workarounds for this?
     
    #1 jim1, Jan 14, 2014
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    Pretty much any similarly shaped vehicle will do the same thing. The aerodynamics that cause this are the same ones that give you good MPG. The fix is a garden hose.
     
    #2 rdgrimes, Jan 14, 2014
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    U could always drive backwards! ;)
     
    #3 orenji, Feb 5, 2014
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    I don't think the Tesla has this issue and it has virtually the same coefficient of drag (.25)
     
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    Which is not in any way relevant to the Prius-v wagon's body style.
     
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    Any vehicle with a squared-off rear creates a vacuum as it moves through the air, sucking the dirt onto the rear surface. That is why almost all wagons and SUVs have rear window wipers. The rear of a sedan also gets dirty, but the rear window is farther forward, so it doesn't get dirty.
     
    #6 Zrkia, Feb 5, 2014
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    mikefocke Prius v Three 2012, Avalon 2011

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    All of us experience the same thing with the v. I carry old towels and wipe it off when I see it bad and it is still wet. Or wait till I get home and use the hose like I did today. Do you also pick up dirt around the edges of the doors? I do.

    No car is perfect.
     
    #7 mikefocke, Feb 5, 2014
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