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Vaughanabe13 · 11-16-2011, 12:22 PM

I simply lean forward in my seat to look at the blind spots left and right. The only time I really can't see is when I'm backing out of a parking spot or driveway and can't see the perpendicular traffic on the right side.

kenchan · 11-16-2011, 01:19 PM

i just removed my factory side mirrors all together actually.

haitech · 11-16-2011, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i just removed my factory side mirrors all together actually.

Haha on a roll today huh?

kenchan · 11-16-2011, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by haitech

Haha on a roll today huh?

every day.

m4a1mustang · 11-16-2011, 03:50 PM

Convex mirrors are nice. I know some people hate them because they think they look stupid, but they completely eliminate blind spots. They are also great for positioning the car since you can see the rear wheels. It made backing into parking spaces extra easy with my 2009 Z.

kenchan · 11-16-2011, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

I know some people hate them because they think they look stupid

i guess if they were more rectanular it might look better? those round mirrors reminds me of security mirrors at convience stores.

m4a1mustang · 11-16-2011, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i guess if they were more rectanular it might look better? those round mirrors reminds me of security mirrors at convience stores.

The round ones are usually the most compact and give you the best FOV, though. I never got caught up with how they looked, anyways. Most people didn't even notice. If someone ever commented on my side mirrors it'd be to ask me why Nissan put Titan mirrors on the Z.

harry370z · 11-16-2011, 04:06 PM

I just have a small convex mirror on the left hand side mirror (which would be the right hand side mirror for you yanks) or passengers side.

I always also have a quick look over my shoulder (when safe) and give it a bit of gas before changing lanes to ensure no ones in my way!

Have parking sensors installed which are great help when backing up as well, getting front and rear cameras installed soon as well. (Probably overkill but I s2 tech!)

alb84z31t · 11-16-2011, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i guess if they were more rectanular it might look better? those round mirrors reminds me of security mirrors at convience stores.

Ooh, I know what if they were shaped like those ladies you see on Trucker mud flaps?

somatic · 11-16-2011, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by danegrey

OK,

what have all you done about the blind spot, only thing that I am having a problem with on my Z, and getting use to driving it.

Ford has a great idea on the focus with convex lenses built into the side view mirrors. I was thinking of looking for some to put on the mirrors. It really drives me up the wall.

The other thing I miss with the Z, its a little short on torque, then again my daily car is 91 Mustang GT

thanks for anything and everything......

what blindspot? :P fix your mirrors properly lol

kenchan · 11-16-2011, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by alb84z31t

Ooh, I know what if they were shaped like those ladies you see on Trucker mud flaps?

sorry i dont see those in my area....

JB-370z · 11-16-2011, 06:23 PM

These help
Broadway Mirror | Password JDM

harry370z · 11-16-2011, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by JB-370z

These help
Broadway Mirror | Password JDM

Not on the Z they don't.

We don't have the luxury of rear passengers windows

Got a massive mirror on the kluger / highlander and it does help in that situation

Notsud 13 · 11-16-2011, 06:33 PM

It really isn't all that bad. I look over my shoulders to see my blind spots before switching lanes and i back out slowly out of parking spots. If anything i think s2000s with soft tops are a lot worse than our 370s....IIRC

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frost · 11-16-2011, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by frost

Most blind spot threads are going to go the same way; some people will tell you that if you just adjust your mirrors correctly, it won't be an issue. Others will tell you to to go wal mart / autozone and pick up the little stick on convex mirrors, as red did above. Then people will tell you to never stick those little mirrors on, because they look terrible. Then a practicality versus aesthetics argument ensues.

Check, check, and ... check.

11-16-2011, 12:22 PM	#31 (permalink)
Vaughanabe13 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Iowa Posts: 387 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z M6 Rep Power: 13	I simply lean forward in my seat to look at the blind spots left and right. The only time I really can't see is when I'm backing out of a parking spot or driveway and can't see the perpendicular traffic on the right side. __________________ 2009 Nissan 370Z Touring, w/sport, 6MT, chicane yellow/black.

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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	Convex mirrors are nice. I know some people hate them because they think they look stupid, but they completely eliminate blind spots. They are also great for positioning the car since you can see the rear wheels. It made backing into parking spaces extra easy with my 2009 Z. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	These help Broadway Mirror \| Password JDM __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning)

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harry370z Base Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 67 Drives: Nissan 370z 2010 Rep Power: 13	I just have a small convex mirror on the left hand side mirror (which would be the right hand side mirror for you yanks) or passengers side. I always also have a quick look over my shoulder (when safe) and give it a bit of gas before changing lanes to ensure no ones in my way! Have parking sensors installed which are great help when backing up as well, getting front and rear cameras installed soon as well. (Probably overkill but I s2 tech!)

11-16-2011, 06:33 PM	#44 (permalink)
Notsud 13 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 353 Drives: '09 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 13	It really isn't all that bad. I look over my shoulders to see my blind spots before switching lanes and i back out slowly out of parking spots. If anything i think s2000s with soft tops are a lot worse than our 370s....IIRC Sent from my DROID Pro using Tapatalk