One other thing to consider, how much space you really have to work with. Yes, lower on the windshield might provide a little increase in aero benefit...but the wiper is also VERY close to the lightbar. Would be interested to see a side shot showing exactly how much clearance is left after the...
+ Really like the fact he offered up the 3D prints of the spacers he designed/used.
+ Great that the install kit includes the suction pressure cups. Hopefully ensures longevity in the adhesive.
- Curious to see the light distribution/spread. It looks like this lightbar concentrates the light...
Yes, and Jeff Bezos is trying to do just that by beating Elon to the small truck segment.
https://www.carscoops.com/2025/04/is-this-jeff-bezos-25k-electric-pickup-or-something-else/
Great video, I've seen many of his and he does a great job of breaking down the engineering.
I'm curious to see how the aftermarket might address this. There are already companies starting to come out with different bumpers and receivers, and perhaps one will directly try and tackle this...
Brings up a GOOD POINT...
When I eventually go in and get my recall work for my new Cant Rails...I am DEFINITELY asking to keep the old cant's for fun projects
Biggest Observations of why I would pass:
NEGATIVES:
- RWD vs AWD...no brainer for me, but I get some are fine with RWD
- NO POWER outlets in the bed??!!
- Huge drop in Towing/Payload capacity
- Coil spring suspension...curious on how this will affect ride comfort/performance
- Soft...
@Mars Adventure Gear Could you post a picture of your general mounting hardware kit and any pictures of the actual mounting hardware of the 50" light bar?
I own an upper crossbar rack that I was hoping to use your T-Slot hardware kit to mount your light bar to it, but curious to see what...
Looks great...not for me though.
- doesn't had much structural support/protection for front impact
- strength of small bolts holding individual pieces together...? ?
- lose function of front tow hooks if needed
Again, looks cool, but rather go with something more of a full front...
Lol, no problem, not really sure what to call it but:
Red area = "Upper arm rest"
Blue area = "Lower arm rest"
I'm a taller guy, so the upper area is normally my arm rest due to my height, as the lower area is a little low for me.
Thanks all, finished my trip last Saturday and have been busy setting up the new house.
Went back to the original post and posted the final numbers so check it out!
Not in a rush, but it's about the efficiency at 65mph compared to 75mph. While my speed is faster (less driving time)...I would have to stop more often due to the loss in battery efficiency.
Haven't figured out the exact number yet, but will definitely compare to consumption at 75 to see the...
Impeding traffic?? Wow, it's called the right lane man.
Impeding traffic is typically defined when not operating a vehicle reasonably, so as to block the normal flow of traffic. I never did that operating in the right lane, and was followed by many big rigs following similar speeds.
Using very generalized numbers...still on the road and each day is different. Will give exact numbers when the trip is over...but yes, normally run around 3ish hours of travel in between charges
Yeah, I was really happy while it was around 420/425 for a significant amount of the trip, but then the cold & wind did a number on her. I will update what the final numbers are when I get to DC ?