Fuel economy

[Joe Hagan]

Just another thought, there is approximately 100 sq feet of surface on the front
end of a bus that's pushing against the air that hits the front. Obviously, the
force applied is multiplied with speed - much more resistance at 70 MPH vs. 55
MPH - and more so with headwind. If your wheel-speed is 60 MPH and you are
hitting a 10 MPH headwind, effectively your are applying a 70 MPH force which
the engine is trying to overcome. Conversely, add a 10 MPH tailwind and the
opposite is true. This of course affects fuel consumption.

Do you notice how smooth your coach runs when it's being "pushed down the
road?" A good tailwind is noticeable when climbing a grade - a headwind is more
notable. The transmission notices this as well.


Safe travels.

Pappy
St. George, UT
(Wannabe)


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