Mikes Mirror Mod - for doors off (cheap)
04-12-2007, 10:14 AM
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Absolutely ingenious! And cheap.... I like it!
As far as legality issues with having an external mirror, I could just stick one on my shoe and drive with it out the door, right???
As far as legality issues with having an external mirror, I could just stick one on my shoe and drive with it out the door, right???
04-17-2007, 06:40 PM
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Think I will stick with mike's idea!!!!
04-26-2007, 08:01 PM
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I found an ultra cheap and effective way to add mirrors when the doors are off.
This is for the 2007 Jeep JK's only.
First, find your AirConditioning vent. (Notice windows in the distance are an AutoZone Parts, This can be accomplished in the parking lot)
Next, turn it closed so the flat/solid side faces you.
Third, Take the small round mirror you just purchased in AutoZone and line it up to make sure it is slightly smaller than the vent,
Fourth, remove the back piece of paper that reveals the sticky surface of the foam tape which is on the mirror and stick it in place.
Enjoy it!
And add another to the passengers side if desired and adjust for best view
This mirror can be rotated out of view to use the Air duct as usual.
Cost = $1.99 ea.
This has been "Mike's Mirror Mod" tell everyone about it!
This is for the 2007 Jeep JK's only.
First, find your AirConditioning vent. (Notice windows in the distance are an AutoZone Parts, This can be accomplished in the parking lot)
Next, turn it closed so the flat/solid side faces you.
Third, Take the small round mirror you just purchased in AutoZone and line it up to make sure it is slightly smaller than the vent,
Fourth, remove the back piece of paper that reveals the sticky surface of the foam tape which is on the mirror and stick it in place.
Enjoy it!
And add another to the passengers side if desired and adjust for best view
This mirror can be rotated out of view to use the Air duct as usual.
Cost = $1.99 ea.
This has been "Mike's Mirror Mod" tell everyone about it!
We are required to have one outside rear facing mirror. The other problem is -- if you read the law carefully, we aren't even allowed to take the doors off!
Damn politicians!
04-26-2007, 08:29 PM
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04-27-2007, 05:24 AM
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I'm so glad I live in the south where they expect you to do dangerous and sometimes stupid things. Everyone knows to call 911 automatically when you hear phrases like "Yep that ought to work" or "Hey ya'll watch this". So many fellows ride w/o doors and mirrors it's crazy but then agian you can still ride in the bed of a pickup here. The law requires an outside mirror. I think that is a federal mandate like speed limits were when it was 55mph max. My luck would be I am the only one in a convoy of jeeps to get pulled over. Aside from all that I like to use them to back up and change lanes so I am off to the hardwear store after heading by the truck stop because Autozone nor Advance had anything except a mirror head that was useful yesterday.
01-17-2009, 07:55 PM
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i was thinking about just calling but i'm sure they wouldn't understand what i was talking about ... "you're going to put a mirror on your vent ???" LOL. I'd like them to see it so they can see how far back you can see and stuff like that.
Maybe i'm just looking for an excuse to go have a beer, i'll hold off on running red lights for awhile.
Maybe i'm just looking for an excuse to go have a beer, i'll hold off on running red lights for awhile.
This guy posted good images of what you can see. Nice idea.
01-18-2009, 01:18 PM
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