370Z Blind Spots
 

Do you guys have trouble when your on the road with the blind spots on the car? Whenever I am trying to change lanes, I am finding it very difficult to see my blind spots due to the size of the mirrors and I cannot place the smaller circle mirror because the mirrors are small as it is lol.

Anybody figure out a way to see when a car is literally right next to you by your blind spot?

*Obligatory "Adjust Your Mirrors" Comment*


You need to adjust the mirrors so they are far enough out so you can't see your car.

turn the sideviews all the way out as far as they go and you will be able to see your blindspot. Its a little confusing in the beginning but i got used to it and now i dont have anymore blindspots.

I just lean forward and look over my shoulder

Whats wrong with turning your head?

I've never met anyone who complained about side mirror blind spots who actually had their mirrors adjusted properly.

Car Talk | How to Avoid the Blind Spot

to put it simply, you shouldn't be able to see the same part of an object in 2 mirrors at once. If so, you will have blind spots. IE, if an ambulance were in between your rear view, and right side view mirror, you should be able to read 'AMBU' on the center mirror and 'LANCE' on the right side view mirror. There shouldn't be any overlap or gap.

the best way is to adjust your side mirror to its nearest blind spot along with your regular side view. And Im hoping you turn your head while switching lanes? But I think the real challenge is backing out from a public parking lot.

car awareness. If I want to go into a lane, I eye it up for a good 30 seconds. Monitor movement. Then when I am ready, lean forward check the mirror for anyone and make my move.

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So what kind of curious are we talking about, here? :yum:

What are you doing driving slow enough that other people are on your side?

thats not a bad idea for driving in general, but i mean if you need to change lanes suddenly to avoid an accident or something you can't rely on waiting a few seconds to make sure its clear. Your mirrors etc need to be set up so that you can know whether a car is in your way instantly.

I attached small rectangular concave mirrors (at any auto parts chain)at the bottom of each door mirror. I got the idea from a Ferrari at a local car show.

This :tup: