I haven't used side view mirrors on my BJ8 for 24 years-----car was
registered in Indiana and Pennsylvania during that time---never even a
question about not having them. I personally like the smooth lines W/O
side view mirrors.
tom
> [Original Message]
> From: davidwjones <davidwjones@cox.net>
> To: <healeys@autox.team.net>
> Date: 6/30/04 12:06:34 PM
> Subject: It don't matter what's BEHIND you
>
> GlacierHi Group!
> As the arbiters of accuracy and good taste, I come to you with a question
> about mirrors...
> I have a concours restored BT7 tricarb. Currently the only rear view
mirror is
> the one on the dash.
> What are your thoughts on rt and lt hand rear view mirrors? I think that I
> know that the Lucas flat mirrors and the bullet-shaped after market racing
> style mirrors are acceptable... But are they considered desirable?
Also, as
> far as the Lucas mirrors go, what about placement? Close to the driver,
or way
> up front on the fender? -Are there precise measurements as to where they
would
> go in either case?
> I don't like the look of the racing mirrors, and to be honest, I probably
> could not bring myself to drill the holes for the Lucas ones!! But I was
> curious what the general opinion was out there..
> Has anyone ever had a problem getting through inspection without side view
> mirrors?
> ><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><
> David W. Jones
> 21 David St.
> Cumberland, RI 02864
> 401-658-1265
> davidwjones@cox.net
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