Blind spot mirrors??

[Chris Ratay]

Looking to add little blind spot mirrors to both my side mirrors, like on my moto.

For LHD, is the best location area #1, 2, 3, or 4, and why?

Thanks

 

[B J G]

My T6 had this wide angle glass fitted as standard.

Right side for VW Transporter T6 2015-2024 Wide Angle heated wing mirror glass | eBay UK

Model: Transporter. High-Quality Wing Mirror Glass for All Vehicle Makes and Models. Quality Wing Door Mirror Glass. Mirror glass with fitted backing plate. All you need to do is to connect wires (if the original mirror is heated) and clip the mirror into the mirror motor.

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A big issue then this is a solution. No heater so gets water globules during rain.

Blind Spot Mirror Adjustable Car Van Blindspot Towing Reversing Driving | eBay

Blind Spot Mirror. Gives a clear view of the car's blind spot. Colour: Black. Useful tool for driving instructors. Easy to attach to any wing/side mirror. Mirror adjusts in all directions.

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[Chris Ratay]

My T6 had this wide angle glass fitted as standard.

Right side for VW Transporter T6 2015-2024 Wide Angle heated wing mirror glass | eBay UK

Model: Transporter. High-Quality Wing Mirror Glass for All Vehicle Makes and Models. Quality Wing Door Mirror Glass. Mirror glass with fitted backing plate. All you need to do is to connect wires (if the original mirror is heated) and clip the mirror into the mirror motor.

www.ebay.co.uk

A big issue then this is a solution. No heater so gets water globules during rain.

Blind Spot Mirror Adjustable Car Van Blindspot Towing Reversing Driving | eBay

Blind Spot Mirror. Gives a clear view of the car's blind spot. Colour: Black. Useful tool for driving instructors. Easy to attach to any wing/side mirror. Mirror adjusts in all directions.

www.ebay.co.uk

The replacement mirror is good for close in, but how is it for seeing distance, like in a highway?

 

[B J G]

The replacement mirror is good for close in, but how is it for seeing distance, like in a highway?

Distance is OK, close can be a problem as if you try to set it wide the actual mirror housing edge restricts the view. If you look at your photo its the area left of 1 & 4 .

Problem that I previously found with the little stick mirrors was due to how far away they are on your passenger side that it wasn't possible to actually see much at a glance. OK at arms length on your Moto.

 

[Chris Ratay]

Distance is OK, close can be a problem as if you try to set it wide the actual mirror housing edge restricts the view. If you look at your photo its the area left of 1 & 4 .

Problem that I previously found with the little stick mirrors was due to how far away they are on your passenger side that it wasn't possible to actually see much at a glance. OK at arms length on your Moto.

I had them on my Defender in position #3 and worked well, but closer proximity than the van.

I more want for drivers side for merging - just to see if something is there

 

[B J G]

I had them on my Defender in position #3 and worked well, but closer proximity than the van.

I more want for drivers side for merging - just to see if something is there

Not used but look like would be a better view than a circular type.

2x Blind Spot Mirror For Car Truck Vans Adjustable Rear View Mirrors Wide Angle | eBay

360° WIDE ANGLE MIRROR: 360° rotating adjustable mirror, avoid ignoring details, so as to maximize the viewing angle, effectively eliminate blind spots, and achieve the highest level without affecting normal driving safety.

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[GrahamB]

I am not sure of the benefit - wouldn’t fitting them on the mirrors in any of those positions reduce the standard field of view, which in turn would offset any small gains? Tbh I find the van mirrors are the best I have ever used on any vehicle (including bikes), plus you have very effective blind spot warning lights on the T6.1.