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Old 04-08-2014, 01:46 PM   #32 (permalink)
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Oval tubing may be around if you look for it, McMaster-Carr?

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I would suggest using flat rectangular solid stock, narrow end facing the wind.

The area in CdA is pretty important, I for one would not be increasing the size of a tube for attachment. A smaller size is a smaller footprint of resistance.

One thing to consider questioning is the assumption that the wind is going to act the same in free-flow as it would with the broad face of a radiator behind it. The pressure zone or pocket of air in front of the vehicle has got to be a significant factor with bullbars.

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There is more pressure build up front than air flow found at the front of the truck.

Like I said, just keep away from the edges and you should do fine.
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