Hello -
Based on this comment from aerohead :
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Originally Posted by aerohead
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Originally Posted by cfg83
ps2fixer -
I see those side skirts all the time. I think that if it's proven then they'll do it. The Aeroflex is also a model for our side skirts, aka taper in at the front.
CarloSW2
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NASA's research demonstrated an 8.7% drag reduction @ zero crosswind,and 19% drag reduction under a 6 mph wind @ 6-degrees yaw. |
I modified my side skirts to taper-in at the front *and* taper-out at the back. It was super-easy to do because there are only 3 wing nuts holding it up. I left the center wing nut the same and drilled new holes in the rain gutter on each end. The new holes were offset 1/2" from the original holes. That leads to this look from below :
And from the side :
I don't think the taper-out at the back matters because the side skirt and rear front mudflap are already sticking out. It's probably a better compromise.
I doubt it will make a measurable difference, but I like the idea of copying the "trucker side skirt" model.
CarloSW2