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Jun 7, 2007 | 04:47 PM

mexemo

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From: Kingsport,TN

Wind drag

We have a 35' fiver with a high roof line. Just wondering if a wing on the cab wou ld help cut down on wind drag??

THNKS!!!

Jun 7, 2007 | 08:47 PM

c.f.moore

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I tow a 34' fifthwheel and had similar questions. I've talked to over 30 people with a wing/deflector installed on their trucks. A few mentioned a decrease in buffeting. A few claimed a small increase in mileage (2/10-4/10 mpg). All have stated the biggest improvement that they've seen (besides looks) is it moves the bug line higher up on the trailer ;-)

Basically, there isn't enough improvement anywhere to justify the cost.

Good luck