fj blind spot fix

franksfj · 04-25-08, 07:43 PM

on my side mirrors I place a square blind spot mirror that goes

over the lower third of the factory mirrors these large stick-on

mirrors almost eliminates the side blind spot.

Niner · 04-25-08, 07:45 PM

I can see the whole back window with the factory rear view mirror?

joebob2586 · 04-25-08, 10:45 PM

i agree i dont really have a problem with the blind spots

NDA431FJR · 04-26-08, 12:00 AM

My solution is the MUTH wide angle mirror with the built-in signal LED lights.

76FJ40 · 04-26-08, 08:03 AM

I got another set of mirrors from Multivex. These are made specifically for the FJC and completely cover the factory side mirrors so they look stock. They eliminate the blind spot and make towing easier since you can actually see the trailer in the side mirrors. I've used these before on a 4Runner and Taco and they work great.

Toledo FJ · 04-26-08, 09:26 AM

I used a little cheap convex mirror. It completely eliminates the blind spot. I don't know why manufacturers don't just make them built in.

tddfj · 04-26-08, 11:19 AM

nda431fjr really like those mirrors how do they install.

DEWFPO · 04-26-08, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Toledo FJ

I used a little cheap convex mirror. It completely eliminates the blind spot. I don't know why manufacturers don't just make them built in.

X2, every vehicle has a blind spot. For vehicles like pickups and SUV's that have large mirrors, there's no reason they shouldn't be standard from the factory. My '05 Silverado has the optional towing mirrors and they are outright $hitty for a truck. In 2006 they finally put convex mirrors on the standard mirror platform. It only took them 25 years. They're really no excuse.

DEWFPO

FirstToy · 04-26-08, 01:11 PM

Ford started making oem standard convex mirrors built in now. nice touch

MajorMiner · 04-27-08, 10:37 AM

I got another set of mirrors from Multivex.

Link? Pictures?

MajorMiner · 04-27-08, 10:46 AM

I must really be feeling lazy this morning, I need more coffee! Here is a link to the Multivex for both sides.

Multivex Mirrors - The Most Optically Advancec Vehicle Mirror Systems Ever Developed

ckline · 04-28-08, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Niner

I can see the whole back window with the factory rear view mirror?

I agree Niner. Wonder if there is an age gap between drivers that complain about blind spots. Every vehicle has them. Drive like your dad tought you how to drive when you were 14, use your mirrors all the time and don't bother turning around for a better view!! As soon as you trust your mirrors, your not gonna run into anything!!

I will concede that bigger mirrors or extended mirrors absolutly help when your dragging a trailer....but your still relying on your mirrors right? I have this haunting picture of Biff from Back to the Future, after he wrecks the car saying "you didn't tell me there was a blind spot"!!!

ckline · 04-28-08, 11:29 AM

I do also use the little circle mirros, just in case some little rice beater whose roof sits lower than my freakin sliders sneaks next to me. But then again, if you did run over one would it really be missed. Kinda like the tree in the forest theory, no one there to hear it does it make a sound? If you don't feel yourself running over the beater, did you really run over it!!!

monniepoo · 05-05-08, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Niner

I can see the whole back window with the factory rear view mirror?

Quote:

Originally Posted by joebob2586

i agree i dont really have a problem with the blind spots

I never see any blind spots either with the factory mirrors

NDA431FJR · 05-07-08, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tddfj

nda431fjr really like those mirrors how do they install.

More info: Muth Mirror Systems, LLC - Wide Angle Signal® Mirror

FirstToy · 05-07-08, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by monniepoo

I never see any blind spots either with the factory mirrors

isn't that why they call them 'blind spots'?

monniepoo · 05-07-08, 10:48 PM

sarcasm my dear

ckline · 05-08-08, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by monniepoo

sarcasm my dear

LOL

you deal it out just as well!!

04-25-08, 07:43 PM	#1
franksfj IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 8	fj blind spot fix on my side mirrors I place a square blind spot mirror that goes over the lower third of the factory mirrors these large stick-on mirrors almost eliminates the side blind spot. Last edited by franksfj; 04-26-08 at 08:06 AM.

04-25-08, 07:45 PM	#2
Niner IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Readfield, WI TLCA# 13372 Posts: 869 Blog Entries: 1	I can see the whole back window with the factory rear view mirror? __________________ Chris Hannis, TLCA #13372 2008 FJ Cruiser, Bud Built 5, Warn Bull Bar, 9.5TI, OME Heavies all around. 1971 FJ 40, 400 SBC, th400, Dana 20 Tcase, F/R Dana 44's, Front 4 link, rear spring over 1993 4 Runner (the Girlfriends) Stock for sale. A bunch of stuff thats for sale

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joebob2586 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: MCAS Miramar Posts: 110	i agree i dont really have a problem with the blind spots __________________ 2007 Silver FJ, Stallion Customs Tail Light Guards, 75WXST Cobra Compact CB Radio, 3ft Firestick with Bandi Mount.

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NDA431FJR FJ TI "Limited" Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Vallejo, CA TLCA# 17592 Posts: 25	My solution is the MUTH wide angle mirror with the built-in signal LED lights. __________________ 2007 FJ Titanium Metallic AT 4x4 - Mods/upgrade too long to list 2007 BMW 335i - Twin Turbo 1998 Toyota Sienna S/C'd 1989 Toyota Pickup truck - Long Bed

04-26-08, 08:03 AM	#5
76FJ40 Old Fart Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NOVA TLCA# 8019 Posts: 1,146	I got another set of mirrors from Multivex. These are made specifically for the FJC and completely cover the factory side mirrors so they look stock. They eliminate the blind spot and make towing easier since you can actually see the trailer in the side mirrors. I've used these before on a 4Runner and Taco and they work great. __________________ '76 FJ-40 with a Hula Girl on the dash for me and a '65 FJ-45 LPB for the wife. Life is good.

04-26-08, 09:26 AM	#6
Toledo FJ IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Toledo, OH; Grayling MI; Missoula MT Posts: 343	I used a little cheap convex mirror. It completely eliminates the blind spot. I don't know why manufacturers don't just make them built in. __________________ Beyond this place of wrath and tears Looms but the horror of the shade, And yet the menace of the years Finds, and shall find, me unafraid. -William Earnest Henley

04-26-08, 11:19 AM	#7
tddfj IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: louisville ky Posts: 215	nda431fjr really like those mirrors how do they install.

04-26-08, 01:11 PM	#9
FirstToy tlcwagons.org Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 3,345	Ford started making oem standard convex mirrors built in now. nice touch __________________ TLCA#14645 BRC#41798 I love cachapas! my wip I drink your milkshake!

04-27-08, 10:37 AM	#10
MajorMiner IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 11	I got another set of mirrors from Multivex. Link? Pictures? __________________ Once upon a time 88 pick up, 89 4runner, 2000 Tundra. Now; 2007 FJC, 72 Chevy 3/4T.

04-27-08, 10:46 AM	#11
MajorMiner IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 11	I must really be feeling lazy this morning, I need more coffee! Here is a link to the Multivex for both sides. Multivex Mirrors - The Most Optically Advancec Vehicle Mirror Systems Ever Developed __________________ Once upon a time 88 pick up, 89 4runner, 2000 Tundra. Now; 2007 FJC, 72 Chevy 3/4T.

04-28-08, 11:29 AM	#13
ckline IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: THE Lone Star State TLCA# 18688 Posts: 159	I do also use the little circle mirros, just in case some little rice beater whose roof sits lower than my freakin sliders sneaks next to me. But then again, if you did run over one would it really be missed. Kinda like the tree in the forest theory, no one there to hear it does it make a sound? If you don't feel yourself running over the beater, did you really run over it!!! __________________ *2007 Black FJ. Donahoe Racing* coilover suspension lift, *TRD CAI, Mangaflow Catback, ARB* Bull Bumper, *ARB ROOF RACK, ARB MOUNTS AND ROOF TENT, WARN* winch, *ARB* sliders, *American Eagle Wheels* and *Goodyear MT/R's 305/70/17's*

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