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ChazInMT · 02-24-2010, 04:51 PM

I think the updraft is caused by either an effect of the large low pressure area we create by having the downslope AeroCaps, or, it is just how it is with GM style pickup bodies. I have the same updraft on mine as evidenced by the water scum trails.

02-24-2010, 04:51 PM	#27 (permalink)
ChazInMT Aero Deshi Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Vero Beach, FL Posts: 1,065 MagMetalCivic - '04 Honda Civic Sedan EX Last 3: 34.25 mpg (US) Thanks: 430 Thanked 669 Times in 358 Posts	I think the updraft is caused by either an effect of the large low pressure area we create by having the downslope AeroCaps, or, it is just how it is with GM style pickup bodies. I have the same updraft on mine as evidenced by the water scum trails.