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Old 01-28-2012, 06:49 AM   #11 (permalink)
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I actually saw one of the sem devices this morning. He passed me on the highway and I saw the back. It looked like it was one of the foldable tails--except it was folded up. Of course, I had to catch up for a closer examination. The brand said "Trailer Tail". And I had to go about 70 mph in the 55 mph zone the catch up to the guy. Guess the driver didn't get the memo about saving fuel.
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This is the first I've seen of something like this. I imagine something of a similar design could be applied to a pickup truck with a cap as well.


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One of these?


This is the first I've seen of something like this. I imagine something of a similar design could be applied to a pickup truck with a cap as well.
Yes, just like that except it was folded up.
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