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The first-gen fit had pretty crappy aero to start with (0.37 IIRC?)... here's a camper version for even worse aerodynamics:
Yes, I want it.
More pics:
https://www.curbsideclassic.com/unca...bably-all-fit/
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07-21-2020, 06:07 PM
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07-22-2020, 12:11 AM
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I'd rather try a pop-up roof and eventually slide-out extentions at the back and the rear door spans for a stealthy-camper approach, but it's actually interesting to say the least.
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07-22-2020, 02:09 AM
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They started with a pickup cap and built out. If they'd narrowed the cap to match the B-pillar and put it on four corner jacks with an accordion bellow, would it be more successful?
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07-22-2020, 04:57 AM
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That really gives me a heartache. 
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07-22-2020, 09:23 PM
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They started with a pickup cap and built out. If they'd narrowed the cap to match the B-pillar and put it on four corner jacks with an accordion bellow, would it be more successful?
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Horizontal versus vertical shutter?
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Random UnAerodynamic Cars and Trucks Thread
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And that scoop on the hood!
No strills no frills!
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