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Old 05-26-2008, 09:56 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Evil Pumpkin - '08 Scion xD RS 1.0 #1633
90 day: 35.45 mpg (US)

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My immeadiate suggestions would be;

-Skirt the trailer to reduce airflow underneath it.
-If the wheels allow build fender skirts
-I would also modify the fenders, like dually fenders so they do not present a wall from the side of the box.
-Ultimately, building a boat tail for the rear may help the most, but is the most difficult to build on a trailer. Hanging it so it swings on a hinge and out of the way of the doors would be the best bet I think.
-And the obvious, get good bearings for the wheels and run the tires at the safest max psi.
-You may also want to consider a wing on the truck to pass the wind over the trailer earlier.
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