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klutchdust
Jun 04, 2021Explorer II
Drew wrote:
"The somewhat improved aerodynamics probably would contribute to a bit better cruising at highway speed (better acceleration when passing, etc.). Likewise, if a little less tall overall, they logically should do a bit better with crosswinds and not getting pushed around by passing semis."
Having driven mine with the aerodynamic looking front for 50K miles plus and driven those with the front bunk I noticed no difference in handling, wind, or trucks passing. it still got sucked towards them until i reworked the suspension. The key is to stop the side roll. Conventional and original shocks do not do that. Once in a severe headwind coming out of Phoenix and pulling a 16ft. trailer, i was in a lower gear, eating fuel and getting no where. If there are any aerodynamic advantages they are minimal. A c behind me could barely keep up and he had no trailer.
"The somewhat improved aerodynamics probably would contribute to a bit better cruising at highway speed (better acceleration when passing, etc.). Likewise, if a little less tall overall, they logically should do a bit better with crosswinds and not getting pushed around by passing semis."
Having driven mine with the aerodynamic looking front for 50K miles plus and driven those with the front bunk I noticed no difference in handling, wind, or trucks passing. it still got sucked towards them until i reworked the suspension. The key is to stop the side roll. Conventional and original shocks do not do that. Once in a severe headwind coming out of Phoenix and pulling a 16ft. trailer, i was in a lower gear, eating fuel and getting no where. If there are any aerodynamic advantages they are minimal. A c behind me could barely keep up and he had no trailer.
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