370Z Blind Spots

SlowNCurious · 09-24-2010, 12:09 PM

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?

flashburn · 09-24-2010, 12:16 PM

*Obligatory "Adjust Your Mirrors" Comment*

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

Juruki · 09-24-2010, 12:16 PM

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.

FuszNissan · 09-24-2010, 12:18 PM

I just lean forward and look over my shoulder

Trips · 09-24-2010, 12:18 PM

Whats wrong with turning your head?

frost · 09-24-2010, 12:19 PM

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

Jeffblue · 09-24-2010, 12:21 PM

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.

jaedub · 09-24-2010, 12:21 PM

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.

mdbrich · 09-24-2010, 12:22 PM

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.

Trips · 09-24-2010, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaedub

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.

m4a1mustang · 09-24-2010, 12:22 PM

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

frost · 09-24-2010, 12:23 PM

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

Jeffblue · 09-24-2010, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mdbrich

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.

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.

Rhinetom · 09-24-2010, 12:42 PM

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.

ZedZed · 09-24-2010, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FuszNissan

I just lean forward and look over my shoulder

This

09-24-2010, 12:09 PM	#1 (permalink)
SlowNCurious Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Fresh Meadows, NY Posts: 22 Drives: '10 370Z cherry 7AT Rep Power: 14	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?

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flashburn A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 1,884 Drives: '12 Corvette GS 6M Rep Power: 18	Obligatory "Adjust Your Mirrors" Comment You need to adjust the mirrors so they are far enough out so you can't see your car. __________________ Current Ride: 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Centennial Edition Carbon Flash 6M Previous Ride: 2009 Nissan 370Z Sport Platinum Graphite 7AT

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FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 541	I just lean forward and look over my shoulder __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

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Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,728 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Whats wrong with turning your head? __________________

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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	So what kind of curious are we talking about, here? __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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Juruki Track Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 965 Drives: 370Z Tour/Sport/Navi Rep Power: 16	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.

09-24-2010, 12:21 PM	#7 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 36 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 37	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.

09-24-2010, 12:21 PM	#8 (permalink)
jaedub Track Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 906 Drives: 2010 Black 370Z MT Rep Power: 304	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.

09-24-2010, 12:22 PM	#9 (permalink)
mdbrich Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: ATX Posts: 171 Drives: Nizmo, DD Honda Fit Rep Power: 15	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.

09-24-2010, 12:42 PM	#14 (permalink)
Rhinetom Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: United States Posts: 92 Drives: 09 370Z auto, red Rep Power: 15	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.

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