[Healeys] Mirrors

[Richard Kahn]

I'm not sure where you live but some states REQUIRE at least a driver side
outside mirror. California is one. I would check with your local DMV or AAA to
see if the camera idea will pass.
Rich Kahn

> Date: Thu, 20 Oct 2011 15:11:35 -0400
> From: mikecallison at gmail.com
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Mirrors
>
> After all of the great ideas, I am considering not mounting mirrors at all
> and putting a wireless backup camera at the base of the convertible top.  I
> can use the trim screw holes for a mounting bracket and not have to drill
> holes or modify the car in any way.  Especially since the only time I need
a
> rear view mirror is when the top is up.  It would also save putting any
> additional holes in my new paint job.   I read several reviews where people
> have done this when they had poor visability out the rear of the vehicle.
> They put the camera on a toogle, to the fuse box and turned it on when
> needed.  They got a 20 degree side angle view mounting on the license
> plate.  I thought by moving it higher and further up the car, I should be
> able to see the corners.  Does anyone have any experience with this?  By
the
> way, I am aware of the polarity issues, but already know how to correct for
> that.
>
>
>
> Thanks Mike
>
> 66 BJ8
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