AEROSKIN II deflectors are they worth it?

[davidb1841]

I am 5'6"....it does not interfere with visiblity......it is the same height as the bumps on the hood...as several others have noted..........I didnt think I would like the look....but I really do like how it looks!!!!!

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[Barry S.]

I'm not that talented. Ordered a decal from Etsy for $2.50.

 

[Michael-VaBch-VA]

What about effect on gas mileage? Has anyone compared MPG before and after installation of the Aeroskin II deflector?

 

[Bucko]

I'll gladly give up some gas mileage if it deflects at least 25% of the love bugs coming at me in May here in Florida!

But, It would be an interesting data capture to see if/how this effects the aerodynamics of the front end.

 

[Michael-VaBch-VA]

Just a Google inquiry. General opinion is a 1-3% reduction in MPG. As you say, well worth it if it cuts down on the bug splatter.

 

[Bucko]

Just a Google inquiry. General opinion is a 1-3% reduction in MPG. As you say, well worth it if it cuts down on the bug splatter.

So if my math is correct (.01 times 28 (my average around town)) equals .28 loss of MPG.

The love bug splatter adds weight. Weight reduces MPG. I'm not however going to weigh the amount I wash off each day I drive the BS.

 

[Mark S.]

The love bug splatter adds weight. Weight reduces MPG. I'm not however going to weigh the amount I wash off each day I drive the BS.

Don't forget added drag due to the interruption of laminar flow.

 

[Bucko]

Don't forget added drag due to the interruption of laminar flow.

Now my head is starting to hurt.

"laminar flow, also called streamline flow, type of fluid (gas or liquid) flow in which the fluid travels smoothly or in regular paths, in contrast to turbulent flow, in which the fluid undergoes irregular fluctuations and mixing"

 

[jkeaton]

Talk about overthinking something......

 

[Barry S.]

Now my head is starting to hurt.

"laminar flow, also called streamline flow, type of fluid (gas or liquid) flow in which the fluid travels smoothly or in regular paths, in contrast to turbulent flow, in which the fluid undergoes irregular fluctuations and mixing"

Sounds like the definition of 'overintellilectualization.'

 

[Bucko]

Sounds like the definition of 'overintellilectualization.'

Now your just trying to blow my head.
overintellilectualization - Intellectualization involves a person using reason and logic to avoid uncomfortable or anxiety-provoking emotions

 

[Barry S.]

Now your just trying to blow my head.
overintellilectualization - Intellectualization involves a person using reason and logic to avoid uncomfortable or anxiety-provoking emotions

Sounds about right. Took me 5 minutes to spell it correctly.

 

[Mark S.]

Sounds like the definition of 'overintellilectualization.'

overintellectualized; overintellectualizing
transitive verb
: to intellectualize (something) to an excessive degree
in context:

What drives us Bronco Sport Owners to overthink and overintellectualize what is, in essence, a deceased insect?

 

[Barry S.]

overintellectualized; overintellectualizing
transitive verb
: to intellectualize (something) to an excessive degree
in context:

The story of my life.

 

[Bucko]

Sounds about right. Took me 5 minutes to spell it correctly.

Good thing you spelled it right...I copied and pasted into google search from your post!

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