1988 Chevrolet/GMC Full-Size Pickup Truck Aerodynamics
872274
11/01/1987
- Event
- Content
- This paper is a summary of the aerodynamic development of the 1988 Chevrolet and GMC pickup truck. Comprehensive drag reduction work was performed with clay models from the original concept through the detailed full-scale model. In addition, the aerodynamic development included wind rush noise reduction, optimization of engine cooling air flow, and body surface pressures for HVAC performance.
- Pages
- 12
- Citation
- Butz, L., Donavan, P., Gondert, T., MacDonald, R. et al., "1988 Chevrolet/GMC Full-Size Pickup Truck Aerodynamics," SAE Technical Paper 872274, 1987, https://doi.org/10.4271/872274.