Hood & Fender Vents

Condor Speed Shop’s expertly engineered hood and fender vents maximize your BMW’s performance on the track by lowering front-end lift and boosting downforce. Front-end lift occurs when air flows over the vehicle, creating a low-pressure zone on top of the hood while cooling air forced through the radiator generates a high-pressure zone underneath. This differential pressure can lift the front of the car, reducing traction and stability. Our hood vents are designed to combat this issue by extracting more air through the louvers, creating a new, efficient airflow path within the engine compartment.

By minimizing the differential pressure acting on the hood, our vents significantly reduce front-end lift. This not only enhances stability but also improves the effectiveness of other aerodynamic devices (ex. splitters) further increasing front downforce. Not to mention, our hood vents allow for reduced front grill openings, the use of grill blockers, and nose tape to fine-tune your vehicle’s aerodynamics for maximum performance. Whether you're looking for better cooling or boosted downforce, Condor’s hood and fender vents will give you what you need.

Condor Speed Shop’s hood vents are designed to meet various performance needs, whether you prioritize cooling, downforce, or both. These vents increase airflow through the radiator by creating rear suction, which, combined with front pressure, can more than double the airflow compared to standard setups. These hood vents can be used for:

• Maximum Cooling: Maximize rear suction to enhance airflow and keep your engine cool under pressure.
• Maximum Front Downforce: Use rear suction with reduced grill openings and strategically placed grill blockers or nose tape to increase downforce.
• Balanced Setup: Adjust the vent setup for an optimal balance between cooling and downforce.

Manufacturer Note: We suggest experimenting with blockers or tape on the sides of the grill opening rather than the top or bottom for the best aerodynamic results.

To achieve the best results from your Condor hood and fender vents, placement and setup are key. Here’s how to optimize their performance:

• Hood Vents: The most efficient configuration involves a large single vent in the center of the hood, just behind the radiator. For additional airflow, you can add two side vents behind the radiator, centered between the engine and the fenders. This setup maximizes airflow through the radiator and out of the engine bay, significantly improving cooling and reducing front-end lift.
• Fender Vents: These should be installed one to two inches backward when centered above the fender opening, to effectively release pressure from the wheel wells. If your primary goal is improved engine cooling, consider removing the fender liner to maximize airflow. However, if you’re focused on increasing front downforce, keep the fender liner in place and cut a hole the same shape of the louver to enhance downforce while still aiding engine cooling. This setup also improves cooling to the front brake rotors by increasing brake duct airflow.

By carefully selecting the placement and configuration of your hood and fender vents, you can significantly improve your vehicle's cooling, downforce, and overall track performance.