Low Cost Mileage Booster For Pickups

Low Cost Mileage Booster For Pickups ENERGY Fuel-Saving Devices 6-4-14 Here's one of the least-cost new mileage boosters for pickups we've seen lately ù the new "Net Gate" from J-Mark, Minneapolis, Minn. "It sells for only $20, yet does the job of fancier units selling for a hundred dollars more," says Gary Henriksen, president. "The Net Gate reduces tailgate wind resistance up to 83%, increasing highway mileage by 10% or more without spending much money, and without detracting from the appearance of your pickup," Henriksen points out. "What's more, the Net Gate maintains good visibility when backing up or when hitching onto trailers. You can even leave the net attached and put the tailgate up." The Net Gate consists of a 1/4 in. nylon rope border with a 3/16 in. nylon rope mesh inside. The nylon is sun, mildew and rot resistant. Installation involves drilling three pairs of 1 in. holes in the truck bed and two pairs of holes in the stake holders at the end of the truck. The net attaches to the bed using æS' hooks fitted into the drilled holes. If desired, the bottom hooks can be attached between the ribs of the floor to maintain a smooth, box lip. One side of the net connects with an adjustable chain while the other side fastens with a spring loaded fastener to keep the net taut. Two sizes fit all domestic and foreign pickup trucks. The net for full-size, style-side pickups sells for $20; the net for mini-, mid-size and step-side full-size pickups sells for $19. Add $1.50 for shipping and handling. For more details, contact: FARM SHOW Followup, J-Mark 7373 Washington Ave. South, Minneapolis, Minn. 55435 (ph toll free 800 328-6274; Minn. call 612 941-9356).

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