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14th June 2013, 09:31 AM
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Being a turbo I wouldn't think it would make much difference. Ram effect shouldn't really override any turbo pressure.
But hey, if it works - go for it!
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14th June 2013, 09:52 AM
#12
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I agree with BearGUST that's a big difference in fuel savings over something so minor. Ill give it a go and see what I find...
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14th June 2013, 10:11 AM
#13
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Backwards for me as well. 4.5 lpg/petrol.
With the inlet forward the engine dies when slowing below 40kph (leaning out?). Economy 25l/100k either way. 4 different mechanics, thousands of k's and no one knows why! A mate with a TD42 swears forward facing gives better power and economy.
Give it a try.
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14th June 2013, 10:17 AM
#14
Patrol God
May have been similar conditions, but even 10k/h head wind increases wind speed to $130, but a tail decreases it to $110.. that's a fair change itself and not really noticeable..
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14th June 2013, 10:31 AM
#15
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Have you got a GU8 with a factory snorkel? can you post a pic of the factory snorkel head turned around? must look a little Odd?
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14th June 2013, 10:48 AM
#16
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Maybe there is something in it, think of all the stainless snorkels that face backwards. Unless that was just for convenience of manufacturer?
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14th June 2013, 11:19 AM
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Nope mine is a copy of a Safari, so you can turn the head around backwards
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14th June 2013, 11:54 AM
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I have seen many rigs, both turbo or not, with the snorkel either way. I have always wanted to know why. Maybe we can get mythbusters involved, or a one of our forum members has access to a wind tunnel...
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14th June 2013, 12:53 PM
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I have emailed Mythbusters but doubt I will get a response.
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14th June 2013, 12:59 PM
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Originally Posted by
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Maybe there is something in it, think of all the stainless snorkels that face backwards. Unless that was just for convenience of manufacturer?
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Originally Posted by
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I have seen many rigs, both turbo or not, with the snorkel either way. I have always wanted to know why. Maybe we can get mythbusters involved, or a one of our forum members has access to a wind tunnel...
A lot have them facing backwards to stop water, mud, dust from going in there
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