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Old 05-28-2013, 07:51 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Boat top kia mixed results.

After moments of deliberation I decided to attach the boat tail to the Kia.
Then I strapped it to top of drivers doors.
I diddnt have time for a truly scientific test of its full capabillity but did notice slight drop in MPG and excessive push from the seabreeze coming from the south.
I opted not to raise the sail but did raise anchor on my way to a little memorial weekend fishing.

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Old 05-28-2013, 09:54 AM   #2 (permalink)
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I will see your boat-topped Kia and raise you another boat:



This doubled the car's MPB* rating.

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Old 05-28-2013, 11:05 AM   #3 (permalink)
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metro pontoon?

that may ride better in heavy surf if they are attached at Door height.
The scary thing is one of our maniacle Geniouses here will now eco mod a geo pontoon LOL.

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