Well based on this paper I would say the snugtop topgun would probably be
the closest to his sloped top that he tested with.
I guess a cover is the best of all.
Anyone see a snugtop topgun before in real life. they look kinda funny to
me. I wonder what would happen if you put a spoiler on the top of a shell.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Andy Levy" <andylevy@yahoo.com>
To: <dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net>
Sent: Monday, July 30, 2001 2:30 PM
Subject: Re: DML: camper shells
> Can't speak to the noise portion, but here's a good article on the mileage
> question.
>
> http://mars.acnet.wnec.edu/~ehaffner/did.htm
>
> Bruce B wrote:
>
> > Hey guy's,
> >
> > Let's talk about hard covers and shells. The adviser at the dealership
> > warned me that some DAK owners have complained about bad noises coming
> > from the rear end when you add a shell. He said it's creates a condition
> > where the harmonics from the rear end resonate through the cab "CC" at
> > speeds around 50-60 MPH.
> >
> > Anyone experience this???
> >
> > Also looking to hear first had 2 things
> >
> > 1. How did a cab height shell effect gas mileage? And power "4.7L"
> > 2.How much does a cover help mileage?
> >
> > I hull music gear so I need security and if I can get better mileage out
> > of
> > the deal too I might as well go for it. But I think cover will not be
> > tall enough for my needs.
> >
> >
> >
>
> --
> -andy
> andylevy@yahoo.com
> Maintainer, DML FAQ - http://www.dakota-truck.net/faq/
> http://home.twcny.rr.com/andylevy/dakota/
> '99 CC 4x4 318 auto
>
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