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SS_Killer · 03-18-2011, 07:50 PM

This article was printed in C&D several months ago. http://www.caranddriver.com/features..._spots-feature.

It basically says that the side-view mirrors should be adjusted outward, just until you can no longer see your Camaro's flanks. It took me a couple days to acclimate, but I can report that I have no rear blind sponts in traffic any more.

Fine adjustment is done on a multilane road. In the unlikely event that another driver overtakes you from the rear, fine tune your side mirrors so that the reflected image of his car shifts smoothly from your rearview mirror to your sideview mirror, and finally to your over-the-shoulder glance through the side window. You will be changing lanes with complete confidence that nobody is hiding in your ex-blindspot after a day or two driving on multi-lane roads.

This is a clear case of not needing three mirrors all showing you the same rear view. Put those small side mirrors to good use.

P.S., Yes, I am a member of the Safety Team at work, and the only one driving a '10 Camaro.

Iggy · 03-18-2011, 08:17 PM

It is great advice. I used to hate driving when I first got my baby because of the huge blindspots. Since I read up on how to adjust the mirrors I have had no issues.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 03-18-2011, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS_Killer

This article was printed in C&D several months ago. http://http://www.caranddriver.com/f..._spots-feature.

It basically says that the side-view mirrors should be adjusted outward, just until you can no longer see your Camaro's flanks. It took me a couple days to acclimate, but I can report that I have no rear blind sponts in traffic any more.

Fine adjustment is done on a multilane road. In the unlikely event that another driver overtakes you from the rear, fine tune your side mirrors so that the reflected image of his car shifts smoothly from your rearview mirror to your sideview mirror, and finally to your over-the-shoulder glance through the side window. You will be changing lanes with complete confidence that nobody is hiding in your ex-blindspot after a day or two driving on multi-lane roads.

This is a clear case of not needing three mirrors all showing you the same rear view. Put those small side mirrors to good use.

P.S., Yes, I am a member of the Safety Team at work, and the only one driving a '10 Camaro.

THANK YOU!

chica67 · 03-18-2011, 08:51 PM

But I love to see those flanks/hips in my rear view mirror!

ackeight · 03-18-2011, 08:52 PM

This is how all mirrors should be adjusted. No need to look at the side of your car. Unless it's really good looking.

Ivas · 03-18-2011, 09:07 PM

Are you starting this again? This whole issue has been hashed and rehashed to death. Honestly, a dead horse has been beaten less. Let's skip it.

The Stig · 03-18-2011, 09:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ackeight

This is how all mirrors should be adjusted. No need to look at the side of your car. Unless it's really good looking.

Exactly.

People just don't know how to properly set their side mirrors.

DocKevin · 03-18-2011, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stieger

Exactly.

People just don't know how to properly set their side mirrors.

+1 +1

I've consistently read about the "blind spots" in the Camaro... every single time I've sat in one and adjusted the mirror and got the seat correct for my body, I was able to see everything perfectly fine.

SSBUSDRVR · 03-18-2011, 09:55 PM

Man always thought that was a basic way of setting mirrors.
stieger what a way to throw a Newbie OT with that Sig Pic Is that Meadville's own Sharon Stone?

Late parents had a place N of you on Canadohta Lake..

RSokie · 03-18-2011, 09:57 PM

shortstop4 · 03-18-2011, 10:08 PM

When I first read this, I changed my mirrors and the blind spots are gone. Great read, great advice..

LimaCharlie · 03-18-2011, 11:41 PM

People who complain about blind spots in their Camaro probably look over their shoulder when changing lanes, use their cell phone while driving, and don't have the side/rear view mirrors adjusted correctly. I never had an issue with blind spots on my Camaro. The mirrors offer plenty of sight when used and adjusted correctly.

03-18-2011, 07:50 PM	#1
SS_Killer Drives: 2010LSM6 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Valparaiso, IN Posts: 108	What Blind Spots? SAE Recommended Mirror Adjustments This article was printed in C&D several months ago. http://www.caranddriver.com/features..._spots-feature. It basically says that the side-view mirrors should be adjusted outward, just until you can no longer see your Camaro's flanks. It took me a couple days to acclimate, but I can report that I have no rear blind sponts in traffic any more. Fine adjustment is done on a multilane road. In the unlikely event that another driver overtakes you from the rear, fine tune your side mirrors so that the reflected image of his car shifts smoothly from your rearview mirror to your sideview mirror, and finally to your over-the-shoulder glance through the side window. You will be changing lanes with complete confidence that nobody is hiding in your ex-blindspot after a day or two driving on multi-lane roads. This is a clear case of not needing three mirrors all showing you the same rear view. Put those small side mirrors to good use. P.S., Yes, I am a member of the Safety Team at work, and the only one driving a '10 Camaro. Last edited by SS_Killer; 03-18-2011 at 08:31 PM.

03-18-2011, 08:52 PM	#5
ackeight Drives: 10' 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 1,389 View My Garage	This is how all mirrors should be adjusted. No need to look at the side of your car. Unless it's really good looking. __________________ ADM tuned 412HP/407RWTQ. Kooks 2" headers w/ cats, ADM race intake, Vmax TB, Pedders XA coilovers and ZL1 sways. 1le clone

03-18-2011, 09:57 PM	#10
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03-18-2011, 10:08 PM	#11
shortstop4 Drives: '13 Summit White ZL1 M6 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 235 View My Garage	When I first read this, I changed my mirrors and the blind spots are gone. Great read, great advice.. __________________ Cold Air Inductions Intake

03-18-2011, 11:41 PM	#12
LimaCharlie Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS - 2004 Silverado Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,989	People who complain about blind spots in their Camaro probably look over their shoulder when changing lanes, use their cell phone while driving, and don't have the side/rear view mirrors adjusted correctly. I never had an issue with blind spots on my Camaro. The mirrors offer plenty of sight when used and adjusted correctly. __________________ 2011 Summit White Camaro 1SS/RS -6.2 LS3, TR6060, 3.45, G80 2004 Black Silverado 1500 2WD Regular Cab, Short Bed -5.3 LM7, 4L60E, 3.42, G80 2014 White Caprice PPV -6.0 L77, 6L80E, 2.92, G80

03-18-2011, 08:17 PM	#2
Iggy Drives: 2011 2SS/RS IOM/white stripes Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hampton Roads, VA Posts: 96	It is great advice. I used to hate driving when I first got my baby because of the huge blindspots. Since I read up on how to adjust the mirrors I have had no issues.

03-18-2011, 08:51 PM	#4
chica67 Drives: 2010 2LT/RS Cyber Grey Join Date: May 2010 Location: Newfoundland, Canada Posts: 29	But I love to see those flanks/hips in my rear view mirror!

03-18-2011, 09:07 PM	#6
Ivas el Ruco Drives: 2010 Camaro SS (now runnin' TENS ) Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fontana, CA Posts: 7,388	Are you starting this again? This whole issue has been hashed and rehashed to death. Honestly, a dead horse has been beaten less. Let's skip it.

03-18-2011, 09:55 PM	#9
SSBUSDRVR Drives: '11 2SS/RS IBM/BLK M6 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Central FL Posts: 3,748 View My Garage	Man always thought that was a basic way of setting mirrors. stieger what a way to throw a Newbie OT with that Sig Pic Is that Meadville's own Sharon Stone? Late parents had a place N of you on Canadohta Lake..

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