Mirrors look pretty cool. I just might have to try one out. What I would really like is a rear camera for backing up, with smallest screen up front i.e. under center dash console by floor etc...
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Does anyone even use mirrors these dayshomeric said:
? The way people cut each other off on the roads these days seems to indicate mirrors are no longer used.I will stick with the standard mirrors and adjust them to maximize coverage (minimize blind spots).
We had a Lanechange in our Windstar when we bought it. It was helpful not only for driving, but also let us keep a better eye on the kids in the back. It was the replacement type.
I would recommend it to those that have a problem with a blind spot.
I would recommend it to those that have a problem with a blind spot.
I had a Lanechanger I (the one that sticks onto the top of an existing rearview mirror) for my 1980 Honda Civic two-door hatchback.
The driving experience may not be the same as in a Gen 2 Honda Odyssey, but the product REALLY give me good visibility around my vehicle.
I literally had no blind spots and, for the intended purpose (lane-changing), didn't even need to use my side mirrors nor did I have to do a quick head-turn check.
I would definitely recommend the Lanechanger. I purchased mine at an auto-supply store.
The driving experience may not be the same as in a Gen 2 Honda Odyssey,
but the product REALLY give me good visibility around my vehicle. I literally had no blind spots and, for the intended purpose (lane-changing), didn't even need to use my side mirrors nor did I have to do a quick head-turn check.
I would definitely recommend the Lanechanger. I purchased mine at an auto-supply store.
I'm using these mirrors in my Ody and CRV. They work perfect, eliminate the driver side blind spots and don't cover up the normal driver side mirror.homeric said:
But you should be able to get the mirror cheaper than advertised. I think mine were about $7 / piece but I can’t remember were I got them. Maybe it was AutoZone as mentioned by wyc88.For the installation: Use only the mounting piece with the tape and secure the base plate to the plastic cover of the A-pillar with a small screw. Works great and holds even in very hot summer temperatures.
Unfortunately driver side mirrors with an integrated aspherical part (usually the outside 1/3 or ¼) aren't available in the US. They are required in Europe, thus eliminating all needs for any additional mirrors...
This is the "short version" of a possible installation.
Advantages:
- it brings the mirror very close to the window (is important in order to have the optimal view)
- is unlikely to be affected by door opening and closing vibrations,
- is out of the way when entering and exiting the vehicle, and
- holds perfectly well.
The location of the mounting spot on the A-pillar is hereby dependend on the height of the (main) driver of the vehicle.
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Advantages:
- it brings the mirror very close to the window (is important in order to have the optimal view)
- is unlikely to be affected by door opening and closing vibrations,
- is out of the way when entering and exiting the vehicle, and
- holds perfectly well.
The location of the mounting spot on the A-pillar is hereby dependend on the height of the (main) driver of the vehicle.
I agree that one can optimize the mirror settings (and no doubt that anyone should do that) but I would be hesitant to call it "eliminating blind spots".
The laws of physics are telling me that there is no way to eliminate the blind spot without changing parameters, given the size of the car, the size of the mirrors, and having just a plain driver side mirror.
With the described mirror settings one can effectively move the blind spot. The spot is still there (as mentioned in the posts above) but minimized and in a less prominent area (along the side of the car) for normal driving. I guess that works fine for driving forward on highways or in suburban environments but it would be very challenging for me in an urban environment, when parking, or when backing up.
Therefore I have the Autobahn mirror as little and inexpensive helper, as it leaves my plain mirror (important for assessing distances) in a useful position for backing up and parking. But this is just my personal preference.
The laws of physics are telling me that there is no way to eliminate the blind spot without changing parameters, given the size of the car, the size of the mirrors, and having just a plain driver side mirror.
With the described mirror settings one can effectively move the blind spot. The spot is still there (as mentioned in the posts above) but minimized and in a less prominent area (along the side of the car) for normal driving. I guess that works fine for driving forward on highways or in suburban environments but it would be very challenging for me in an urban environment, when parking, or when backing up.
Therefore I have the Autobahn mirror as little and inexpensive helper, as it leaves my plain mirror (important for assessing distances) in a useful position for backing up and parking. But this is just my personal preference.
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