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Old 08-20-2012, 10:02 AM
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wind noise and pressure with windows down

I get alot of wind noise and even pressure in the cab, if the windows are both down just a little bit. Windows full down is REALLY noisy. Has anyone found a cure for this? I'm wondering if those goofy looking plastic window flares that glue around your windows would change the airflow enough to make a difference. Any ideas?
 
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Old 08-20-2012, 10:14 AM
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I have the window guards and there is relatively low wind noise, however I recently put on 08 style mirrors (OEM) and they whistle a little bit haha.
 
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Rolling your windows up fixes it.
 
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Old 08-20-2012, 11:39 AM
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It's a truck with the aerodynamics of a brick. The window flares will help, but balancing the windows helps too. I have the Extended Cab and I open the driver-rear window, as well as crack the front passenger window to get good air flow with minimal noise.
 
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Old 08-20-2012, 12:08 PM
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I'm not sure if this is a real question or not...

If it is roll up the windows and turn on the vent. All wind noise and pressure will be alleviated.
 
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I'm not sure if this is a real question or not...

If it is roll up the windows and turn on the vent. All wind noise and pressure will be alleviated.
It will improve fuel economy, too.
 
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Old 08-20-2012, 03:56 PM
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door seal mod

you can try stuffing 1/4in-3/8in vinyl tubing in the door seals...that closed up the cabin good for me.
 
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