02-23-2011, 01:09 AM
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I have found through my own testing to git a similar product to "test/play" with so I don't have to commit to a design until I'm fully satisfied with the results. You might want to try some of the floral clear wrap as a test material fer yer windows. 
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02-24-2011, 10:50 PM
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That would be an intersting aspect of the Aerolid to study. I do need to do a complete ABA testing of the Aerolid and this spring will be a good time to do it. Warm temperatures and calm winds are ideal for this type of test.
The idea of running the Aerolid without the roof on it, which I have done very little of, is indeed something to look into.
Thanks KamperBob and you guys are my inspiration too,
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Since I'm in the process of working on my next version...I've pulled the hatch (weighed about 30-40lbs) off and will be running without it fer awhile while I gather some numbers on this setup. 
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02-25-2011, 12:03 PM
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curious to see what your mileage does with that setup. Keep us posted.
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03-08-2011, 07:51 AM
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I've estimated my MPG has dropped about .5MPG without the hatch. I just revamped my aero cap fer my up coming road trip...so running around longer without the hatch isn't possible at this point.
It was nice to see more of the road without the hatch though...fer a short time. |
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03-08-2011, 08:54 AM
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I've estimated my MPG has dropped about .5MPG without the hatch. I just revamped my aero cap fer my up coming road trip...so running around longer without the hatch isn't possible at this point.
It was nice to see more of the road without the hatch though...fer a short time. |
Could you fill in that picture? How does that compare with open bed. Also, could you put a stake in the ground with absolute numbers? That way we can see the relative impact over your baseline. TIA! |
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03-08-2011, 10:07 AM
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I only have my Ultra-Gauge numbers that I'm using at the moment. I haven't refueled yet but will at the end of the week. But that will mean about 60-80 miles of the hatch being back on and the new aero cap design in place. I'm seeing about 18.4MPG on the Ultra-Gauge when I should be seeing close to 19MPG with the hatch on.
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03-08-2011, 11:11 AM
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BZP, first of all thanks for anchoring your numbers. Big help! 
Second, I have to believe you have more upside to your numbers. Especially if your T100 doesn't have V8 and/or 4WD options. ( ref point) |
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03-08-2011, 06:35 PM
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bam- I have to add that I drove around for about 150 miles with out the top panels of my cap and saw a similar drop. There are many variables that would play into my limited results, however they were negative gains in relationship to my baseline of "no cap."
My baseline average mpg lately with the sub zero temps was 21mpg (same station same pump calculations). open box with sides of the cap only resulted in 19mpg (same work route, same time of day/traffic driving style).
2 tanks of the fully assembled cap were 24.35 and 27.2mpg (again same pump same station). temperature fluctuations lately are largely in part of the difference in economy. the first tank averaged sub zero ambient temps with snow covered road and slower traffic. the second tank saw 20 degree weather, calm winds and clean roads.
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03-09-2011, 12:25 PM
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Had to refuel today...numbers are (aero cap hatch off, ducktail in place) 18.44MPG.
1998 Toyota T-100 extended cab SR5 Gas Mileage (BZP T-100 (2011)) - EcoModder.com
I know it's not definitive...but there is a slight drop fer my setup. I did have to carry some stuff in the back during one trip...so not sure if that skewed my numbers too much or not. I did notice that after I put my new aero cap and hatch together...my Ultra-Gauge did go up by .1MPG on the trip MPG before I refueled today...and that was over the 70 miles after I put the new aero cap and hatch together. |
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04-05-2011, 01:40 PM
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Just took the hatch off of my current aero cap and I'll refill later today so it will have a fresh start. I should be able to run this way fer a few tanks before I git ready fer a road trip in June.
This will also give me time to clean up the edges on the aero cap, too.
So right now...the bed looks kinda like a Honda Ridgeline.  
Currently running without the ducktail.
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