Blind Spot Indicators

H2O_Doc · 06-10-2013, 04:53 PM

While it is true proper mirror adjustment eliminates the problem, I'm glad to see that I'm not the only one that got the mirrors for added safety (and so I didn't have to head-bob on every lane change).

I tried several types and have moved away from the round ones in favor of the rectangular ones - more efficient use of space. The backup camera also helps to take a peek behind as well (if you have one you can turn on and off w/o going into reverse).

After looking into side view cameras actuated by turn signals, I found that it is entirely possible but enough of a pain that I have given the notion up indefinitely.

Of course there is the philosophy of the Italian driver in Cannonball: "What isa behind me is not ina fronta me, what isa behind me isa not important!"

Drex · 06-10-2013, 05:11 PM

the blind spots are terrible, but ive actually found the mirrors themselves blocking my view in front (and to the right/left) of the car. When I first got the car, there were a couple of close calls when making left turns where a car was completely covered up by the right side mirror. now ive learned to sit up to see over the side mirrors just in case (im 5'6").

UNKNOWN_370 · 06-10-2013, 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Drex

the blind spots are terrible, but ive actually found the mirrors themselves blocking my view in front (and to the right/left) of the car. When I first got the car, there were a couple of close calls when making left turns where a car was completely covered up by the right side mirror. now ive learned to sit up to see over the side mirrors just in case (im 5'6").

My accident in my 09 Z was because a pickup was speeding up a hill. The hill handicapped my view, But I think the biggest culprit was that right side mirror. If the mirror wasn't so big? I might have been able to stop a second sooner and a void the accident.

06-10-2013, 04:53 PM	#1 (permalink)
H2O_Doc A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Northern VA Posts: 1,083 Drives: '14 370Z, '12 4Runr Rep Power: 15	While it is true proper mirror adjustment eliminates the problem, I'm glad to see that I'm not the only one that got the mirrors for added safety (and so I didn't have to head-bob on every lane change). I tried several types and have moved away from the round ones in favor of the rectangular ones - more efficient use of space. The backup camera also helps to take a peek behind as well (if you have one you can turn on and off w/o going into reverse). After looking into side view cameras actuated by turn signals, I found that it is entirely possible but enough of a pain that I have given the notion up indefinitely. Of course there is the philosophy of the Italian driver in Cannonball: "What isa behind me is not ina fronta me, what isa behind me isa not important!" Last edited by H2O_Doc; 06-10-2013 at 04:55 PM.

06-10-2013, 05:11 PM	#2 (permalink)
Drex Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 498 Drives: '11 370z MB 6MT SP Rep Power: 15	the blind spots are terrible, but ive actually found the mirrors themselves blocking my view in front (and to the right/left) of the car. When I first got the car, there were a couple of close calls when making left turns where a car was completely covered up by the right side mirror. now ive learned to sit up to see over the side mirrors just in case (im 5'6"). UNKNOWN_370 and MX52Z like this. __________________ 2011 Nissan 370z \| 6MT \| Magnetic Black \| Sport Package

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Blind Spot ...	snaggeltooth	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	152	11-12-2021 11:09 AM
Blind Spot	mhcoss	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	26	02-28-2012 10:23 AM
blind spot --	danegrey	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	67	11-21-2011 12:52 PM
Blind Spot Gripes...	KageZ	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	51	07-20-2009 02:22 PM
Blind spot........	cave vulture	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	16	05-29-2009 07:14 AM