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Old 02-11-2015, 04:55 PM
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I think I just opened a can of worms. I am thinking to add the system for additional security purpose as I am alway turn my head when changing lane. Thank you for all of the advices.
Don't worry or feel bad...you really didn't open a can of worms...many of us that are happy using mirrors basically hi-jacked your thread...but don't let that stop you if this is something that sparks your interest. The majority of the forum is silent and never chime in...those of us that are vocal...are really in the minority of the total forum members that read the threads. So don't base the interest of this on those of us that responded. For instance, at the time of this reply...only a few members have responded...but there are approx 375 views....that's 20 replies (some by the same forum members) vs 375 views...again the vocal forum members are the minority...the silent forum members are the majority.

If you decide to install...keep us informed or even consider a pictorial of the install or DIY.
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Don't worry or feel bad...you really didn't open a can of worms...many of us that are happy using mirrors basically hi-jacked your thread...but don't let that stop you if this is something that sparks your interest. The majority of the forum is silent and never chime in...those of us that are vocal...are really in the minority of the total forum members that read the threads. So don't base the interest of this on those of us that responded. For instance, at the time of this reply...only a few members have responded...but there are approx 375 views....that's 20 replies (some by the same forum members) vs 375 views...again the vocal forum members are the minority...the silent forum members are the majority.

If you decide to install...keep us informed or even consider a pictorial of the install or DIY.
Well said!
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Fun thread My Ford superduties had 'trailer' mirrors that extended and had small concave (?) aspherical mirrors on the bottom, very helpful with blindspots/rear view when hauling a long gooseneck horsetrailer, so I appreciate the OPs interest.

That 'objects are closer' mirror sight gag from Jurassic Park posted earlier was the funniest thing in it and one of the better sight gags out of Hollywood in recent years.
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I am usually driving faster than traffic so I don't have to worry so much about blind spots..
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I am usually driving faster than traffic so I don't have to worry so much about blind spots..

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Let me guess......you drive a BMW.

Did you get the indicator-pack option on yours?? I didn't.... 😑


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Well said!
Thanks...just didn't want the OP to feel beat-downed just because those that chimed in didn't champion the idea. I'm sure there are plenty of e53 owners that find something like this interesting...they just appear to be in the "silent majority" at this time.
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I will post a picture if I am deciding to go that route
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I have lane detection, blind spot warning, distronic cruise control, fatigue warning, automatic parking in my MB. It's all 'nice to have' stuff, but when I get back in the e53 I don't notice it missing, you just naturally become more alert which I guess makes you 'busier' behind the wheel.

I think the blindspot warning system is a great idea if the retrofit works well. For some reason I find the X5 has a massive blind spot on the passenger side. I never trust the mirror, in fact, sometimes I don't even use the mirror and go straight to headcheck.

I might get some of those aespherical mirrors first though, but keen to see your progress @bugbyte
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I have the asymmetric mirrors, but am old school and still do the head check. Basically, if I see something in the mirror it's a positive confirmation. If nothing, then I double check. Quicksilver put it very well, it's your ride so what makes you happy. Hell, with the insane drivers in commute traffic, it could come in handy. I've had it happen before, after checking it's clear, someone swerves or dives in. It may startle you if they allow lane splitting for motorcycles where your at.
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Realised I had one aespeherical mirror blue (ds) one flat mirror standard (ps) - have ordered a ps replacement for $30


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