On 2/16/05 9:52 PM, in article cv14cb$r3s$1@bent.twistedbits.net, "Josh
Battles" <josh@omg-stfu.com> wrote:
>
> Yep, there was a study done about this. I didn't believe it so I drove
> a whole tank with my tailgate in 3 positions. (one tank for each position)
>
> All these numbers are IIRC, so bear with me.
> Tailgate UP = 19mpg
> Tailgate DOWN = 15mpg
> Tailgate OFF = 18mpg
>
> After doing that, I just drove with the tailgate up all the time. Then
> I managed to gain almost 2mpg between the drop and bedcover.
I believe ya on having it down, but having it off hurt ya?? You would think
the weight savings would help.... But I guess that's not the case.
I've been looking for a bedcover for the 05, but it's slim pickins right
now. I have a covermaster on the 98, but the place I got it from switched
to Leer.... And those are hideous!! I might just buy a ton of fiberglass
and see what I can make.... Or just wait a few months! :)
--Gary Hedlin www.garyhedlin.com 2005 Dakota SLT CC 4.7 5spd 1998 Dakota Sport RC 3.9
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