How minimal of clearance is okay between cab and cabover?
Just switched from a dodge to a ford. I had about 2" of clearance. On the ford, there is about 1/2" to an inch. Is that a problem? I think it would help with aerodynamics.
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popeyemth wrote:You are welcome.
Thanks Wayne for the info
I've been wanting to raise mine a couple of inches to store our Champion genny under the rear overhang on a carryall.
You need to experience it yourself. It is so easy to raise the TC, just by putting 2x4's or 4x4's under it. Do make sure they extend past the sides on the TC bottom. A very inexpensive and simple change.
I am of the belief that there are so many influences on the way our trucks and TCs handle and our personal comfort level, that what may work well for one setup, may be awful in another. When we make a change, and make one trip how can we really tell if our fuel consumption is better or worse? I did one continuous trip one summer, and got from 10 MPG to 16 MPG. I can say, I have had my truck since 2001 (different TC), and my current TC in 2004. With all of my various changes, I have got 12.5 MPG more often than better or worse. I tend to get about 1 MPG less when towing my Samurai. I should add, my truck/TC road manors have not changed after suspension upgrades, with the major improvement of the 19.5s.
