Disclaimer:  I know nothing about aerodynamics.

But, assuming this is true for a headwind, is this true for sidewinds?  In
my old high top, I would have the steering wheel cranked 30 degrees to keep
the fan moving straight ahead with strong crosswinds.

Jeff

> Another reason for the high pop top is aerodynamics.
>
> The Westy arrangement is almost the worst possible aerodynamics on a
> Vanagon. The luggage carrier adds to turbulence and the higher angle of
> the luggage carrier adds to the frontage area of the windshield.
>
> Other hightops have less turbulence, because they took a more raked
> line from the top of the windshield (as these high pop-tops do too.)
>
>
>
> Kim Brennan
> 86 Syncro. 91 Westy Syncro. 90 Tristar
> Vienna VA. Sugar Grove WV.
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