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Old 07-21-2010, 10:57 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by forresterscott View Post
looking at aerodynamic changes to improve the milage appreciate any tips or ideas.
You can try building a V-nose on the front using the tongue as a base. Maybe use some plywood sheets? This will probably give you the biggest increase in milage.

Change to rounded fenders if yours are squarish.

Add smooth wheel covers.

Add wheel skirts.

Add fairings behind the fenders.

Make sure the trailer is horizontal when towing (as viewed from the side). If it's not, get a different drawbar that lifts or lowers the tongue until the trailer is horizontal.
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