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Old 01-16-2008, 12:56 AM   #10 (permalink)
Peter7307
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Originally Posted by Coyote X View Post
So a perforated block would work good for some trucks then maybe? When you are going slow and hauling really heavy stuff it gets air flow. But when you are going fast on the highway it acts like a flat panel.

Sounds good to me
Some trucks achieve a similar result by using a thermostat to control the opening of the grille slats ahead of the radiator.
At low temperatures the grill opening is small and at higher temperatures the opening change to allow more airflow.

Rolls-Royce used the same principle as far back as the 1920's for the same reason.

Rick : Welcome to the place and and enjoy your stay.

Cheers , Pete.
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