Forward wing mirror options

[JoulesCanAm]

Has anyone fitted mirrors on top of the wing (fender)? I find there's a lot of head turning required to use the Canam mirrors and was considering getting something like the T-70 in the photo is wearing.

My concern is there will be too much movement in the front clip and that I won't see anything.

Thanks,
Julian

Edited by JoulesCanAm on Saturday 23 October 17:42

Edited by JoulesCanAm on Saturday 23 October 17:42

[GTRene]

I saw some race Ultima's use them....

[LS7TANGO]

Julian.....fitted my mirrors in this position for that very reason....no problem with vibration & now have mirrors in line of sight rather than having to turn head....must do mod for track work.

HTH. Simon

[k wright]

If you use a large convex mirror you should be fine. The downfall is that he image that you see will be limited in size as a result of the distance between you and the mirror.

SPA makes mirrors that should be suited for this.

They will vibarate no matter where you put them. Minimize this by making the mount sturdy and using good foam rubber cushion strip between the front clam and the passenger compartment.

I would try the position that you are considering first by using tape to mount the mirror and driving around at low speed.

Great idea LS7Tango.

Edited by k wright on Monday 7th February 04:07

[Storer]

Rusti evo seems to have a solution too judging by the photos on another thread (pictures). Are they electric as well?

My idea of a long range rear camera may be heading in the wrong direction if these work well.

Paul

[JoulesCanAm]

LS7TANGO said:

Julian.....fitted my mirrors in this position for that very reason....no problem with vibration & now have mirrors in line of sight rather than having to turn head....must do mod for track work.

HTH. Simon

Yes that helps and in seaching I'm finding a lot more examples of people who are mounting them on the bulkhead as opposed to the wing. What mirrors did you use and what was your optimum placement?

Thanks,
Julian

[GTR-TT]

For track days I think moving the mirrors forward is a "must do" modification. But also much better in ordinary traffic.

[kikets]

GTR-TT said:

For track days I think moving the mirrors forward is a "must do" modification. But also much better in ordinary traffic.

Are those mirrors of your own design?

[Rusti Evo]

As a temporary measure I have got these. 50 quid a pair from EuropaSpares! The quality of the mirror bit is excellent and they are large enough to give really good vision. As you can see the mounting boss looks somewhat vile.

One of my winter projects is to manufacture some carbon swoopy aero Grand Am/LMP style electric mirrors.

[deadscoob]

Are they SS bolt in louvres?

[Storer]

Rusti Evo said:

As a temporary measure I have got these. 50 quid a pair from EuropaSpares! The quality of the mirror bit is excellent and they are large enough to give really good vision. As you can see the mounting boss looks somewhat vile.

One of my winter projects is to manufacture some carbon swoopy aero Grand Am/LMP style electric mirrors.

Rusti

Are they the F1 or F2 mirrors and did you have to modify the mounting by much to get the positioning correct? This is a much cheaper and easier solution to the rear view problem even if the mount looks cr*p.
A bit of GF work will soon cure that.

Paul

[k wright]

Agree that the LMP guys have found some good solutions to this problem.


Anyone here have a contact? Let's just buy what they have.

[V8 Vum]

Rusti Evo said:

As a temporary measure I have got these.

Hey Stuart, How you getting on with those 'screw-in' side windows? any problems with the seals or movement? Thinking it might be a good idea for mine...not sure yet. Howw much of a fag is it to remove and replace?

cheers

Keith

[Rusti Evo]

Storer said:

Rusti Evo said:

As a temporary measure I have got these. 50 quid a pair from EuropaSpares! The quality of the mirror bit is excellent and they are large enough to give really good vision. As you can see the mounting boss looks somewhat vile.

One of my winter projects is to manufacture some carbon swoopy aero Grand Am/LMP style electric mirrors.

Rusti

Are they the F1 or F2 mirrors and did you have to modify the mounting by much to get the positioning correct? This is a much cheaper and easier solution to the rear view problem even if the mount looks cr*p.
A bit of GF work will soon cure that.

Paul

Hi Paul,
These are the F2 mirrors. Normal adjustment is affected in that foul looking mounting boss and the arm is easily bent if need be. The boss could be mounted underneath (through)the body so that it is less visible but for me its just a temporary fix. Great value for £50!!

As well as improved rear vision a good thing to mounting the mirrors where they are is a significant reduction in wind noise in the cockpit.

[Rusti Evo]

V8 Vum said:

Rusti Evo said:

As a temporary measure I have got these.

Hey Stuart, How you getting on with those 'screw-in' side windows? any problems with the seals or movement? Thinking it might be a good idea for mine...not sure yet. Howw much of a fag is it to remove and replace?

cheers

Keith

Howdy Keith,

The screw-in side windows are just fine and no problems. The only reason they are screwed in is that I have a fancy to race the car and the regs state that plastic side windows have to be screwed in.

Stuart

[Rusti Evo]

deadscoob said:

Are they SS bolt in louvres?

Sure is..

[JoulesCanAm]

You are going to have to help me out a bit here.... any more detailed info other than "SS louvres" i.e where to find them?

Thanks,
Julian

[grasser]

This mirrors you get good priced at www.isa-racing.de

[hedgefinder]

JoulesCanAm said:

You are going to have to help me out a bit here.... any more detailed info other than "SS louvres" i.e where to find them?

Thanks,
Julian

try ss himself........;)

[spatz]

grasser said:

This mirrors you get good priced at www.isa-racing.de

Are these the SPORTS CAR ?

thanks