Euro Wide Angle Outside Mirrors

x5Monkey® · #1 03-07-2005, 01:27 AM

In the spirit of our new home, I thought I'd post some pics of my (semi)-secret mod.
Lets start posting some mods people

This isn't new but I've never posted about them before.
These are mirrors which are normal flat mirrors from the inside to the dotted line. Then, they have the outer portion concave so as to eliminate the blind spot. And boy do they. You can literally see down the length of the side of your x and directly beside you in the same field of vision. All 3 mirrors now have overlapping fields. There is no area not covered.
This is one of my favorite mods, but it sure isn't cheap. Approx. $295 per side. Mine are the heated and self dimming versions. The non htd and dimming ones are considerably cheaper, but only available for import through outside sources.
Some of you Euros might be asking what the big deal is. Well, these aren't really available in the States. If anyone's interested I suggest you contact Vaheh at Crevier BMW. He's a good guy and can get you just about any part you need. (Other guys here will recommend Louie at Pacific for parts as they are sometimes cheaper. Vaheh will match Pacific's price if you press him. I prefer Vaheh. That's just my opinion.)
I'd appreciate your comments and would be happy to answer any questions.

Notice how they bend the parking lines

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PersonaNonGrata · #2 03-07-2005, 04:38 AM

Nicely done although I already knew about your "secret mod". Muhahaha!

After being inspired by you when I learned of your mod, I contacted Vaheh to get the non-dimming ones. He could not get them and he was positive that he couldn't. I think at one time he could but it was listed in their computers as not available. If I want them I would need someone in Europe or Asia to get them for me. Helloooooo, Euro people speak up.

UCrewX5 · #3 03-07-2005, 08:37 AM

Let the mods begin

Chris F. · #4 03-07-2005, 09:33 AM

Nice job Mr. Monkey! It's nice to finally see some pics. Let me ask you, do you think just doing the drivers side would be a good benefit, or do you use both? It's nice not to have one of those little 'stick on' mirrors....

breytonX5 · #5 03-07-2005, 10:58 AM

X5M, that's very impressive the blindspot is virtually eliminated, especially on the driver's side. And the nice thing is it's heated but not that you need it.

I'm curious how that little portion of distortion (outer lower portion) affect your whole view. And is it hard to judge distance compared to std mirrors?

Thanks for sharing.

motordavid · #6 03-07-2005, 11:00 AM

X5Mon: Very cool, but outta my fixed income budget...
my 2 buck convex stick ons look dorky, but will have to do.
Is several coats of Zaino a "mod"?! Lol!

TripleX5 · #7 03-07-2005, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by motordavid

Is several coats of Zaino a "mod"?! Lol!

I'd say so.

btw, from 1 X5 to another -

x5Monkey® · #8 03-07-2005, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by breytonX5

X5M, that's very impressive the blindspot is virtually eliminated, especially on the driver's side. And the nice thing is it's heated but not that you need it.

I'm curious how that little portion of distortion (outer lower portion) affect your whole view. And is it hard to judge distance compared to std mirrors?

Thanks for sharing.

Thanks Phong. Well, it does take a little getting used to. i can't verify this but it appears that both mirrors are now of the "objects in mirror are closer than they appear" variety. although, neither mirror has the writing on it now. the bend in the mirror doesn't effect how you judge views. 99% of what you see will still be in the flat part of the mirror. it just took me a while to re-learn how to judge how quickly and how near to me cars were when approaching from other lanes.
it took me about 2 weeks to get used to. backing up is a little different too but you learn that just as fast.
still, i wouldn't be without them. they don't virtually eliminate the blind spot. it's completely gone

x5Monkey® · #9 03-07-2005, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris F.

Nice job Mr. Monkey! It's nice to finally see some pics. Let me ask you, do you think just doing the drivers side would be a good benefit, or do you use both? It's nice not to have one of those little 'stick on' mirrors....

I think it would be a benefit if that's where your major blind spot is. i use both sides religiously.
the only problem might be if the different mirrors are different sizes. you might have depth perception issues. you'd probably be able to learn it fairly quickly, though.
thanks chris

x5Monkey® · #10 03-07-2005, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by motordavid

X5Mon: Very cool, but outta my fixed income budget...
my 2 buck convex stick ons look dorky, but will have to do.
Is several coats of Zaino a "mod"?! Lol!

I know md. I wouldn't want you and the mrs. to have to start on the alpo diet.

thanks for making the journey over to x5world. it wouldn't have been the same without you.

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