Seems like a lot of people have removed the wind deflector due to it being flimsy, making noise, etc. How is the wind noise and MPG after removing it though?
1978927
Hi - I've actually never removed and haven't really experienced any issues with it at all (now maybe I'll remove it and give that a try...).
1978928
Did not remove it. I have been on a few road trips going 85 mph and haven't noticed any noise, but I did zip ties to restrain it.
1978929
I actually have kept mine on for 2 years now and the deflector works fine (I zip tied mine like the other guy mentioned, nice and snug). I haven't noticed any additional noise due to it. I did lose about 2mpg from adding the rack but that's the sacrifice I'm willing to take. It's pretty easy to take on and off (5-10 min). I also have run it through car washes without any issue as well. Hope this helps.
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I installed it without the wind deflector and it's pretty noisy on my car. I'm going to install the deflector and see if it quiets it down any.
1978931
I have not removed it had not noticed any noise it is a little flimsy but it seems like deflects the wind resistance
1978932
I haven't noticed any difference in mpg and there isn't any wind noise at all.
1091754
Hello Cy, the drone is there but it is not all that bad. The car sounds amazing with the Flowmaster's on it. I am trying to think what RPM it seems the loudest but my Challenger has been in storage all winter and I really don't remember. I guess that speaks for it self. It is subjective of course but I don't mind it at all. Did I mention my car sounds awesome... :)
881476
Did you disconnect the battery as instructed to help the ecu reset after installation? I had a slight drop as well and you may need to install a less restrictive exhaust as well. I went with a Magnaflow system. It helped with the sound and the mileage.
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I could hear the wind hitting it as we drove but it wasn't very loud or obnoxious. It also made me feel better hearing it because I knew it was still up there and the straps were doing their job. As for MPG, it maybe lowered it by 1or 2 but not much and I didn't really make any great difference at the pump.
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Mines been completely perfect! I just run it stock and change my tire size and gear ratio and I get better mpg than any of the tunes, just don't try to put 1000 hp in the engine and you'll be fine.
1285789
Not sure of your question. I have installed only mine per instructions and do get some wind noise at higher speeds. I don't leave them on car unless I'm hauling my ski box.
1336745
Road noise was definetly there... Not enough to upset me and mpg was slight in my 2005 Honda Pilot (1-2 mpg's)
811129
Hi Dave. I hav'nt used my unit in a convertible, but have used with windows down. It seems to handle wind noise fairly well. The unit is very clear for its size and does not seem to distort much at high volume ( my hearing is not so good anymore). I think its a good little unit for the money.
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Hi, I own a 2013 dodge ram HEMI, Yes there is definitely a bit of an annoying tone when at cruising speed on the freeway, I will actually click the button on the gear shift lever and downshift one gear to increase the RPMs just a bit and that annoying tone goes away, I love the muffler and around town it sounds really great, I like that the truck sits idling nice and quiet But when you get on the gas it sounds Excellent. I Wish it didn't have the annoying tone (not an issue in town) but you get used to it, I'm pretty sure I would buy it again. P.S. If you like driving a little faster on the freeways let's say 75 or 80 there is no weird drone noise. Increased rpm's Same as downshifting at 60 miles an hour. Hope this helps a little bit.
436564
I enjoy this in 5-7 mph winds. great response to input and I think it handles better than my mjx .
635907
With the "silencer" on its not unbearable. With it removed its LOUD AS HELL. Not even kidding. There are a decent amount of videos on youtube you can check out as well
1604423
I'm guessing I've lost 1-2 mpg maximum for highway cruising, but it's hard to say for certain. I'll have to take it off for a week or two and see if there are any improvements. I positioned mine as far back as possible as to allow most the air to go over and not hit the rack directly as much. As for noise, I couldn't tell a difference, mainly because my AT tires are so loud. Good Luck.
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There was a performance increase and great sound. I have vance and Hines tru dual head pipes as well, race tuner and it was dynoed, also Arlen ness big sucker air cleaner kit. Beefs up the hp and torque. Best pipes going had on 3 bikes. Good luck
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In general they are very low profile compared to other bulky racks I was looking at. The wind drag and noise isn't too bad on my subaru, but I also have a Yakima faring for aerodynamtic purposes along with wind deflection.
97440
It makes very little noise on my stock wrx. You can hear it with the radio off but you have to be somewhat listening for it.
873826
I remember experiencing the loud noise the first time around. We now tie the loose straps securely by winding them and tying a rubber band. I then secure the strap with gear tie against the roof rack. Basically, nothing moves when the car is in motion.
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When I drove it it seemed to get the MPH pretty well. Also I think the Rpm and a few other readings, I can't remember well what the others were. It help me keep that car running until I finally decided to get rid of the car. The Machine works pretty well. I recommend it for an enthusiast. :)