Side view mirrors that don't suck (1 Viewer)

[msapers]

Does anyone have any thoughts/pics of side view mirrors for FJ40's that you can actually see things in at speed?

 

[BBQ BOY]

and some that don't fold inwards due to the wind.

 

[Shawn Russell]

My OE ones are not too bad. Just kinda small....

Shawn

 

[1979fj40]

I just ordered new OE replacement heads from here. $12. ea http://www.lcnation.com/category.sc...BD4031D7B8F72D9C405.qscstrfrnt04?categoryId=3

 

[SouthBostonFJ40]

I have OEM rectangles on OEM arms mounted to the windshield and they don't move.

 

[Hogan]

My OE ones are not too bad. Just kinda small....

Shawn

X2 I like my OEM

 

[Fast Eddy]

I have OEM rectangles on OEM arms mounted to the windshield and they don't move when they're new.

fixed

 

[Trollhole]

OEM small round ones that fold down so they don't get ripped off on the trail. Who cares what is behind you.

 

[spdwaver]

Does anyone have any thoughts/pics of side view mirrors for FJ40's that you can actually see things in at speed?

I like my mirrors, and I can see out of them while at top speed (~54mph).

When on the trail in heavy brush, I just reach out the window and pull them in.

 

[BBQ BOY]

I like my mirrors, and I can see out of them while at top speed (~54mph).

When on the trail in heavy brush, I just reach out the window and pull them in.

I actually like those a lot. Where did you get them?

 

[TBIFJ40]

I hate to say this, but I used CJ Jeep mirrors on mine. (AAAAHHHH I know) Drill and tap the windsheild frame, they stay put when (if) you take the doors off. Tighten the little screw under the ball if they get sloppy.

 

[youmustbecrazy]

pictures would be awesome

 

[KOOTENAY KRUZER]

I like my mirrors, and I can see out of them while at top speed (~54mph).

When on the trail in heavy brush, I just reach out the window and pull them in.

I have the same mirrors (I think I got them at Canadian Tire) but I added 4" convex mirrors on the vertical part just below the mirror so I could see close in including rear tire contact with ground. I want to put the same thing on my '83 when I get a chance.

 

[spdwaver]

I actually like those a lot. Where did you get them?

They were on there when I got it. You could probably find these on an old pickup or a big rig. I think I have seen them at truck stops or even at auto parts stores.

 

[spdwaver]

I have the same mirrors (I think I got them at Canadian Tire) but I added 4" convex mirrors on the vertical part just below the mirror so I could see close in including rear tire contact with ground. I want to put the same thing on my '83 when I get a chance.

Funny, mine also has a 4" round convex mirror, but only on the passenger side. I need to get one for the driver's side as well. Really helps in traffic.

 

[CruiserStuff]

I just got these from CCOT and like them a lot - much bigger and more stable than the OEM's and they extend (for trailering) and fold in nicely. Good visibility and I'm not constantly tugging them back into place after I slam the door shut. Price wasn't too bad....

 

[82cruiser]

These mirrors from SOR are convex and provide excellent visibility as compared to stock.

Specter Off-Road-Land Cruiser Parts - 166-01E-E-Euro Mirrors And Arm Set

I'm selling a new set of these for $75 if interested.

 

[Landpimp]

OEM with convext on the PS on all most of mine, works fine

 

[Volcano cruiser]

These mirrors from SOR are convex and provide excellent visibility as compared to stock.

Specter Off-Road-Land Cruiser Parts - 166-01E-E-Euro Mirrors And Arm Set

I'm selling a new set of these for $75 if interested.

I like those SOR ones. They look like I could still open and close my front vent windows without having to re-adjust the side views every time.

 

[Plowboy]

These are mounted in the early stock location no problem with vibration or movement