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Old 11-04-2009, 03:58 PM   #9 (permalink)
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Any chance you could post some photos?

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Originally Posted by 5.0 Junkie View Post
Back of trailer is also square. Wondering about how to smooth the transition some. Would cutting 6" pvc pipe and installing it at the very top/back of the trailer help any? What about the same thing on the sides?
Not sure what you're thinking of, in terms of mounting the pipe.

This would help:



The top & side extensions are tapered in at roughly 10 degrees.

Same angle as this quick 'n' dirty cardboard test done here, which improved MPG by 3.7% at 88.5 km/h / 55 mph.

Note the % savings will be greater the higher the speed.



See this thread for more info: http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...-6-a-6069.html
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