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MetroMPG · 05-07-2008, 06:23 PM

Phil's right. But I'd say it's better than nothing, and probably better than just a tonneau.

I'd be interested in seeing a photo of it in action at 55 mph - I wonder how much "inflation" due to pressure differences on either side of the plastic may bring it closer to the ideal shape?

05-07-2008, 06:23 PM	#4 (permalink)
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