Blind Spot Gripes...

fly yellow · 06-19-2009, 09:38 AM

Here is an idea for the engineers to come up with. Blind spot cameras. Blind spot mirrors are unsightly and low rent. You could place a small large aperature camera in the corner of the mirrors that would be activated when you hit the turn signals. They could also work in tandem with the back up camera when the car is placed in reverse. You could have a 3 way split screen on the monitor.

If anyone steals this idea and makes millions with it please at least be like that guy in the movie "The Jerk" and give me half.

cajunz · 06-19-2009, 10:01 AM

the blind spots are my biggest gripe. I'm nearly 6'5" and with the seat all the way back, I really can't look over my left shoulder. I have the mirrors set so that I can barely see the edges of the fender flares. I knew this when I bought the car, but it is taking some getting used to. Other than this, I LOVE this car.

marcussoori · 06-19-2009, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by fly yellow

Here is an idea for the engineers to come up with. Blind spot cameras. Blind spot mirrors are unsightly and low rent. You could place a small large aperature camera in the corner of the mirrors that would be activated when you hit the turn signals. They could also work in tandem with the back up camera when the car is placed in reverse. You could have a 3 way split screen on the monitor.

If anyone steals this idea and makes millions with it please at least be like that guy in the movie "The Jerk" and give me half.

Volvo already does this...

gnarf · 06-19-2009, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by fly yellow

Here is an idea for the engineers to come up with. Blind spot cameras. Blind spot mirrors are unsightly and low rent. You could place a small large aperature camera in the corner of the mirrors that would be activated when you hit the turn signals. They could also work in tandem with the back up camera when the car is placed in reverse. You could have a 3 way split screen on the monitor.

If anyone steals this idea and makes millions with it please at least be like that guy in the movie "The Jerk" and give me half.

The FX50 has this...its legendary

fly yellow · 06-19-2009, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by gnarf

The FX50 has this...its legendary

Damn, I thought I may have been on to something.

AK370Z · 06-20-2009, 01:56 AM

The blind spot is very identical to 350Z. But with a little thicker rear quarter panel, I would say there's less visibility but nothing out of ordinary. I didn't have any problem with my Z but decided to add a rear view cam ANYWAY since the headunit had a really nice setup. If blind spot is an issue, you can simply get one of these cameras (for members with aftermarket radio) and life can be a little easier

speed_BMW330i · 06-23-2009, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

The blind spot is very identical to 350Z. But with a little thicker rear quarter panel, I would say there's less visibility but nothing out of ordinary. I didn't have any problem with my Z but decided to add a rear view cam ANYWAY since the headunit had a really nice setup. If blind spot is an issue, you can simply get one of these cameras (for members with aftermarket radio) and life can be a little easier

If you have factory Nav, is the installation of a camera not possible?

06-19-2009, 09:38 AM	#1 (permalink)
fly yellow Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 455 Drives: 09 yellow 370z Rep Power: 267	Here is an idea for the engineers to come up with. Blind spot cameras. Blind spot mirrors are unsightly and low rent. You could place a small large aperature camera in the corner of the mirrors that would be activated when you hit the turn signals. They could also work in tandem with the back up camera when the car is placed in reverse. You could have a 3 way split screen on the monitor. If anyone steals this idea and makes millions with it please at least be like that guy in the movie "The Jerk" and give me half. __________________ A severed foot is the ultimate stocking stuffer. Mitch Hedberg

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AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,931 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	The blind spot is very identical to 350Z. But with a little thicker rear quarter panel, I would say there's less visibility but nothing out of ordinary. I didn't have any problem with my Z but decided to add a rear view cam ANYWAY since the headunit had a really nice setup. If blind spot is an issue, you can simply get one of these cameras (for members with aftermarket radio) and life can be a little easier __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

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06-19-2009, 10:01 AM	#2 (permalink)
cajunz Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Vernal, Ut Posts: 92 Drives: '09 370Z MB 6MT Rep Power: 18	the blind spots are my biggest gripe. I'm nearly 6'5" and with the seat all the way back, I really can't look over my left shoulder. I have the mirrors set so that I can barely see the edges of the fender flares. I knew this when I bought the car, but it is taking some getting used to. Other than this, I LOVE this car.