Well, trip done... 2213kms average speed 86km/h - overall trip average was 16.4L/100 - best number was 13.8 worst was 22.
Best number - came after dinging the deflector, looks like my pivot was a couple inches closer to the cab than I calculated
not sure why, but the best mileage numbers came after with minor indents in the deflector sides and bulges down near the bed rails - best by far was hauling a half cord of wood in it... yup best when closed...