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Old 05-27-2008, 08:28 AM   #13
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Originally Posted by lumberjim View Post
reduces wind noise
Yes, it reduces vortex-induced vibration, which reduces cyclical flexing, improving fatigue life. It probably also reduces wind noise, but would it be noticeable? I think an experiment is in order.
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