MPG question

[Longshot270]

Originally Posted by JackandJanet

I wonder if the "leveling" causes more turbulence (hence more drag) under the vehicle? I've seen lots of threads that complain about lowering the rear causing a drop in mileage. I can't think of any other reason. Maybe Ford engineered it right with the front end "dip"?

- Jack

I'm sure lifting the front causes more turbulence but I never considered lowering the back would too. Now I'm really glad I didn't go that direction after hearing that.

I always thought that ford had the front lower for hauling. I've noticed that the first few inches in the back would go quick but once it gets close to level the rate of change slows down.

Haha I wonder if adding plates or something to the bottom would make a difference. They could be lightweigh and thin on most areas but be reinforced only where they are most likely to come into contact with something.