New ERA Coming Not So Soon...

[willtwallace]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

I can't wait for the "Is this Viking Blue, Princess Blue or Guardsmen Blue?" thread.

Thank you for your service to our country and great luck to you and your build. Looking forward to reading about it.

BTW, instead of using Buick in your "comfort" analogy, I think the better modern comparison would be Lexus.

lol, yea I thought about that, problem is, the engineers at Lexus have *allowed 0.00001897% of an "engine like" sound to be transferred into the cabin via Bluetooth during "spirited driving". Even though its below 1% it counts as engine sound, so Buick still reigns as king of the silent ride.

*driver will receive a text message warning of pending engine like sounds.

[DanEC]

Picture of windshield frame mounted mirror.

[patrickt]

Put it on your fender, but make sure it's a high optical quality convex lens, like this: A Replacement Convex Mirror that Really Works

and you probably don't need the outboard braked rear, but it is mucho cool and fun to play with.

[willtwallace]

Originally Posted by DanEC

Picture of windshield frame mounted mirror.

nice!

[Large Arbor]

For mirrors, my next ones will be these:

HOME

They look much more functional and are not too obtrusive.

Phil

[willtwallace]

Originally Posted by Large Arbor

For mirrors, my next ones will be these:

HOME

They look much more functional and are not too obtrusive.

Phil

Phil, those are a little too big for my taste, if im seeing the correct ones. Looks like they are at least twice the size of the other ones?

[patrickt]

This is what you want, and this is what you should have. You have two choices, spend $400 and get the Talbot. Or read my other thread and duplicate it exactly, both in looks and optical quality, for about $75. Trust me, it makes a world of difference.

[Large Arbor]

I have the windshield mounting that Dan has and from my perspective the mirrors are near useless and you cannot get enough turn on them without getting into the side wind wing. I hardly ever use mine and the cheap versions break easily when torquing down. I lost one this weekend. Having said that, if you can a convex (I think that is right) lens they may provide better viewing.

Patrick's may work better on the fender, but a lot of guys don't like the thought of drilling in the body for the mirror. The ones I posted on above will work, but don't look period correct. Sometimes it's hard to balance the two. Perhaps a lens change is easiest to maintain both.

Phil

[willtwallace]

Originally Posted by patrickt

This is what you want, and this is what you should have. You have two choices, spend $400 and get the Talbot. Or read my other thread and duplicate it exactly, both in looks and optical quality, for about $75. Trust me, it makes a world of difference.

Patrick, If there's a picture attached, I cant see it because im at work, Uncle Sam blocks all indications of fun. Ill take a look when I get home.

But, I like your power of suggestion (direction)...."This is what you want, and this is what you should have." I almost fell into a trance when I read that sentence

Maybe when I get 3K posts ill be able to do that also.

[willtwallace]

Originally Posted by Large Arbor

.......but a lot of guys don't like the thought of drilling in the body for the mirror.
Phil

Phil, I agree. I don't "want" to make any extra holes.

[Gregg(What's his name)?]

What number are you in the que?

[willtwallace]

Originally Posted by patrickt

This is what you want, and this is what you should have. You have two choices, spend $400 and get the Talbot. Or read my other thread and duplicate it exactly, both in looks and optical quality, for about $75. Trust me, it makes a world of difference.

Ah, i see the picture now....looks good. Im still in the decision stage on those right now. I dont "want" them, but if the state requires them, then that may be what i go with.

Either way, your wisdom will pay off.

Originally Posted by Gregg(What's his name)?

What number are you in the que?

Peter was reluctant to say at this point, but it was 820 something. He did say at this point it may change.

[DanEC]

Originally Posted by Large Arbor

I have the windshield mounting that Dan has and from my perspective the mirrors are near useless and you cannot get enough turn on them without getting into the side wind wing.

Phil

I shimmed mine out on the mount as far as the threaded stud would allow. It works fine but just barely.

[Gregg(What's his name)?]

I ordered mine on the 8th of June and it was #821. So maybe a couple of Army guys get 821 and 822.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by Gregg(What's his name)?

I ordered mine on the 8th of June and it was #821. So maybe a couple of Army guys get 821 and 822.

Well then one of you needs to paint his car olive drab. Not as nice as beige, but still quite becoming.

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by patrickt

Well then one of you needs to paint his car olive drab. Not as nice as beige, but still quite becoming.

In a world of the color blind maybe.

I have the windshield mount as well. I wouldn't drill a hole in a fiberglass body let alone an aluminum one.

[willtwallace]

Originally Posted by Gregg(What's his name)?

I ordered mine on the 8th of June and it was #821. So maybe a couple of Army guys get 821 and 822.

Ah, you're the guy Peter was talking about. Good stuff.

My wife and i are planning trip to Mecca (ERA) in the beginning of August. I gotta meet Peter face to face, hes funny on the phone.

[willtwallace]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

In a world of the color blind maybe.

I have the windshield mount as well. I wouldn't drill a hole in a fiberglass body let alone an aluminum one.

Ditto, ill call NC DOT here soon and ask. then again i may not, because i "know a guy" down the street who owns a shop, and........

[Gregg(What's his name)?]

I am heading up there again in November to give him more money. :P

I have had enough of OD in my life time, so mine will be Brilliant Black metallic pearl with Wimbledon white stripes roundels and a double red team stripe on the car. Also white roll bar and pipes. Basically the color of my car now. I love this combo.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

I wouldn't drill a hole...

If you do it right, you'll never have to do it again and it will look splendid. You just have to do it right... and preferably the first time.