Jeffrey R wrote: > how do they rate? The convex right side power mirror on my '89 works great. It has a wide-angle view so you can see back, to the right, and down. I can parallel park quickly and accurately in that van because I have a really good view of the right rear wheel from the driver's seat. I would assume the non power version would have equivalent performance. Unfortunately, I have not been able to find a non-power convex mirror for my '82 at a reasonable price. > the convex mirror seemed to be an asset for lane changes > in the potentially blind spot. Is this a good idea for my Vanagon? Sure, I think so, at least after you get used to the difference in size of the image. WCM sells a "convex head" non-electric mirror for the vangon for about $95--ouch. Are there cheaper options? I think Bus Depot offered to order one for me for quite a bit less than $95. Instead, though, I ordered one for $56 from a list member (not Bus Depot) in September but it hasn't come yet. I think this means they really aren't available that cheap. Mike <mjcatlin@pacbell.net> |
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