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Old 12-29-2014, 03:54 PM   #4 (permalink)
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John,here's a link to the Trailer Tail's website ATDynamics – Fuel Efficiency Aerodynamics Technology for Tractor Trailers saving over 10% with TrailerTail and Side Skirts
Here is a drag study conducted by Kamm/Fachsenfeld

Here's another relationship




The underbody and tire drag will contaminate the drag relationship,but there's a definite trend as the wake area is reduced.
The air is trying to 'tell' us what it wants



Brett's fiberglass magic is certainly pointing the F-150 down the right path.And the extra booty should only add to the fun!
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