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BoxRZ_86 · 03-20-2014, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by zinzan

There really isn't a blind-spot if you properly set your side mirrors. See http://www.caranddriver.com/features...id-blind-spots

-Z

Imagine your view when you use that method with wide view mirrors. Lol

chanomatik · 03-20-2014, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by zinzan

What is your tint level? And what is legal in your state?

-Z

My sides are 30%, but 70% is the limit. That's basically clear. Front windshield is 40%, but didn't get a ticket for that since I don't think they can readily measure that. It's gonna come off when I get the windshield replaced anyways.

Got away with it for 18 months and our state is VERY strict about tint, so I can't complain. I might try to see how long I get away with 40% on the sides, but I'm not sure yet. Would love to do 5% in the rear windows.

uEih · 03-20-2014, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by t.chk

That really is the best guide around, been using that since I started this forum (one of the first posts I read was about how to setup the mirrors).

I am going to pick up a set of these because I primarily drive at night and less glare would be sweet and because of motorcyclists that accidentally hide in the blind spot.

That reminds me, I need something to reduce glare also since I get highly annoyed when people put HIDs in the wrong headlights. There was an xB that made me squint through my tinted windows and literally made my eyes ache when I saw through my side mirrors.

extrashaky · 03-20-2014, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by uEih

Haha, I was going to say something about the other mirrors also. I'm not sure what those other ones are for, looks like they're to see everyone in the car?

I figured they were there to serve as projectiles when the airbags deploy.

chanomatik · 03-20-2014, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by blewclouds

RexSpeed Heated side mirrors..

I got heated side mirrors replacements too, but I'm having trouble prying mine off. I saw the video said to pull from the thin side first. Did your mirrors give you any trouble?

Husker BRZ · 03-20-2014, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by chanomatik

I got heated side mirrors replacements too, but I'm having trouble prying mine off. I saw the video said to pull from the thin side first. Did your mirrors give you any trouble?

Mine didn't give me any trouble. You have to pull pretty hard. I got my fingers behind both sides and pulled at the same time so it would come straight out and not at an angle. I actually had a harding time popping the new ones in and getting all the little clips to click into place.

chanomatik · 03-20-2014, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Husker BRZ

Mine didn't give me any trouble. You have to pull pretty hard. I got my fingers behind both sides and pulled at the same time so it would come straight out and not at an angle. I actually had a harding time popping the new ones in and getting all the little clips to click into place.

Okay I guess I just need to nut up and get 'er done, then.

Thanks!

JPxM0Dz · 03-20-2014, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by chanomatik

I must be on some kind of crusade to prove that cars are only as slow as you drive them.

Got pulled over for speeding, but only got a fix-it ticket for the side window tints.

Are those the stock mirrors ? That cruiser would have looked much nicer with a blue tint

chanomatik · 03-20-2014, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by JPxM0Dz

Are those the stock mirrors ? That cruiser would have looked much nicer with a blue tint

Shut the FRONT DOOR! I tried, okay?! I was just concerned with braking something. Which is weird, because I had to remove them to put on the side mirror LED turn signals... I assume it's because it's still winter outside. I think if I left the car to warm up in the warehouse it would be more agreeable. Meh. I'll get to it.

JPxM0Dz · 03-20-2014, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by chanomatik

Shut the FRONT DOOR! I tried, okay?! I was just concerned with braking something. Which is weird, because I had to remove them to put on the side mirror LED turn signals... I assume it's because it's still winter outside. I think if I left the car to warm up in the warehouse it would be more agreeable. Meh. I'll get to it.

Yeah I think our Canadian ones detach differently. I'm old school though, got the first GEN Rexpeed mirrors with 3M backing. It was a 5 min job!

bjun · 03-20-2014, 07:28 PM

Gave her a wash finally

00NissanNinja · 03-20-2014, 07:59 PM

Got Opti-Coated and Detailed at TSS Detailing down in Cinncinati

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Looks

KelvinBRZ · 03-20-2014, 11:14 PM

Took a detour drive from SB to LA as suggested by @Ganthrithor. Well worth the extra hour. Scenic views, switchbacks, and even spotted 2015 WRXes and WRX STIs from Canada. How's that for a trip, eh?

Lake Casitas, Ojai, CA

In Ojai, I came across a lot full of 2015 WRXes and WRX STIs that just came back from journalist test drive sessions. Got an OK from the delivery guy to start taking photos. These are on their way back to Canada! Can you spot the 2014 WRX?

2015 WRX STI

Seeing as how the GBS BRZ is the unicorn of the BRZ color scheme.. how about the GBS 2015 WRX?!

nlamon33 · 03-21-2014, 12:42 AM

Set the preload on my Fortune auto 500 series coilovers. Preparing for tomorrow's install along with wheels/tires. First mod on this car, very excited! Wheels are 18x9.5 enkei NT03's in flat black with 265's. Such grip will be had.

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