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10-03-2014, 07:06 PM
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Definitely not as cool as some of the ones on here but here's the best I can make out of my xl ranger so far
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We all start somewhere. Lookin good.
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10-03-2014, 08:54 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
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Here's my FX4, I've been trying to go with an overland setup on it
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Loving the truck. More details on your setup?
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in the Shell.Aftermarket Fuse Box All the Extras Run Off Their Own Fuse Box. Various other mods. Near future plans are a solar panel system and deep cell battery.
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10-04-2014, 01:10 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
Back on the cap goes for winter 
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10-10-2014, 07:30 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
Have any of you guys done any type of gas mileage comparison before and after adding a topper? I know there is the added weight which common sense tells me could hurt things but you are also making the truck more aerodynamic with it on. I've done some research on a hypermilling forum and there are some guys there claiming up to a 3 mpg gain by adding a topper. I'm not saying that would be a normal amount but I would imagine if you drove mostly highway, gaining 1 or 2 mpg would not be out of the question.
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10-10-2014, 07:32 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
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Originally Posted by mires
Have any of you guys done any type of gas mileage comparison before and after adding a topper? I know there is the added weight which common sense tells me could hurt things but you are also making the truck more aerodynamic with it on. I've done some research on a hypermilling forum and there are some guys there claiming up to a 3 mpg gain by adding a topper. I'm not saying that would be a normal amount but I would imagine if you drove mostly highway, gaining 1 or 2 mpg would not be out of the question.
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I noticed a bit better. I put it on in winter since gas seems to go faster for some reason in winter
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10-10-2014, 07:56 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
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I noticed a bit better. I put it on in winter since gas seems to go faster for some reason in winter
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That is a combination of the cooler temps and the winter blend they switch to in the colder months. Glad to hear the topper helps to offset some of that though.
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10-10-2014, 07:58 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
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That is a combination of the cooler temps and the winter blend they switch to in the colder months. Glad to hear the topper helps to offset some of that though.
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I know tonneau covers do nothing for mileage because of Mythbusters proved it. But IMO caps help with it.
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10-10-2014, 08:02 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
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I know tonneau covers do nothing for mileage because of Mythbusters proved it. But IMO caps help with it.
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Yeah, I've heard that about mythbusters as well but there are individuals that will say otherwise. I think there are too many factors to try to come up with a definite answer.
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10-10-2014, 08:07 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
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Yeah, I've heard that about mythbusters as well but there are individuals that will say otherwise. I think there are too many factors to try to come up with a definite answer.
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I've had both a tonneau cover and now a cap. I have to say the cap is so much better. More room for activities lol
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10-10-2014, 08:11 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
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I've had both a tonneau cover and now a cap. I have to say the cap is so much better. More room for activities lol
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Haha, I'd imagine. I've only owned open bed trucks but am considering getting a topper when I get my new truck. We shall see.
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10-10-2014, 08:30 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
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Haha, I'd imagine. I've only owned open bed trucks but am considering getting a topper when I get my new truck. We shall see.
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Cruise through this thread and you'll be looking for one lmao
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10-10-2014, 08:31 PM
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That is a combination of the cooler temps and the winter blend they switch to in the colder months. Glad to hear the topper helps to offset some of that though.
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winter blend is terrible.
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10-11-2014, 07:50 AM
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THE STRAIGHT EDGE
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Originally Posted by mires
Have any of you guys done any type of gas mileage comparison before and after adding a topper? I know there is the added weight which common sense tells me could hurt things but you are also making the truck more aerodynamic with it on. I've done some research on a hypermilling forum and there are some guys there claiming up to a 3 mpg gain by adding a topper. I'm not saying that would be a normal amount but I would imagine if you drove mostly highway, gaining 1 or 2 mpg would not be out of the question.
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I was 16-17 without now I'm like 17-19
That's 50/50 city and highway.
Love my cap.
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10-11-2014, 08:08 AM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
I do better with.
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10-11-2014, 07:52 PM
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Re: Rangers With Camper Shells/Topper Thread
I average 15 in town, 17 when its 50/50 and 21 on the open road. I can't imagine getting an better than that.m
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Herculiner>Cab&Bed A.R.E. Camper Shell> 2 Yakima Racks. Pioneer Sound System>Head Unit/6x8's/10" Sub 300 Watt 4-Channel Amp + 2 Marine Speakers
in the Shell.Aftermarket Fuse Box All the Extras Run Off Their Own Fuse Box. Various other mods. Near future plans are a solar panel system and deep cell battery.
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