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Old 12-29-2017, 07:52 PM   #989 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by COcyclist View Post
Wouldn't the amp draw on the alternator more than offset any minor gains in aero?
I'm not sure about it, but maybe the aerodynamic gains can still ofset the energy consumption. The efficiency of the heater might also play a major role on that matter.
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