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Originally posted by Dior55
EZ (and cheap!) fix:
Go to local auto parts store and find the aisle where the ricers can get all there stickers, decals and other assorted crap. Look for a roll of the narrow windshield tint (the kind that goes across the top of the w/s to reduce glare. Should be no more than $5.
Take home, disassemble the mirror and cut out an appropriate piece. Use an exacto to make it nice. Apply it to mirror w/ same directions given to apply the film on the w/s (usually spray some water and squeegy it after affixing).
You will have a tinted mirror that you can still easily see traffic during the day, but at night, the tint is enough that you're poor eyes will not be in pain and seeing dots everywhere you go. You still will have the "authentic" look too.
BTW, you'll have 95% of your roll left over, so help your Cobra friends out and hand out pieces of the roll for them to do the same!
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Rather than disassembling the mirror and not being able to reassemble it, I just cut the tinted material to fit my eyes. Use an exacto knife to make it fit nicely. No need to spray your eyes during and after the installation as they will be watering quite nicely after installing the film.. And it goes without saying to be extra careful with the exacto. In about a week you should be able to see again and drive at night.
Another option is to adjust the mirror so it reflects right back into the windshield of the car behind you...
