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Guys:
The wing mirrors on my car look great but are pretty useless. I have been searching for a alternative. I spotted these mirrors in an article on the Meyers Manx (dune buggy) in Hemmings. Before i run out and order them I would like some opinions on whether they will work. they attach to the windscreen frame. Anyone have a alternative solution?
Since my car (a CMC) is in Florida and I an in NY could someone measure their windscreen and send me the dimensions on the vertical posts. I will call the company and get their recommendation.
http://www.bandkmfg.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=28_23
Thanks
Mel
Hi Mel.
I tried a windshield mounted rearview mirror (glued to the glass) to repalce the dashmoutned rearview mirror. It vibrated so much it was essentially worthless.
Mounting to the frame might be better, but I think they would have to be mounted low on the frame, like where it is bolted through the body.
I replaced the two fender mirrors with convex mirrors in the same style. Not perfect, but one you get them adjusted, you get a pretty clear view to both sides. Moss Motors has them for only $17.95 each. Plus $2.80 for two pads.
Go to http://www.mossmotors.com/Shop/SearchResults.aspx?SearchText =mirror&WebCatalogID=9
If the link doesn’t work, just go to MossMotors.com and search for mirrors for MG-TDs.
Paul Mossberg
Former Owner of a 1981 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW)
2005 Intermeccanica RoadsterIf you own a TDr and are not in the Registry, please go to https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-td-replica-registry/ and register (you need to copy and paste the link)
Hi Mel, I pulled up the site and those are great looking mirrors but very high $. It appears to me that by where they mount would interfere with the side curtains .You could make a bracket which would attach to the lower windshield post bolt and extend just to the front of the post . You could then use a clamp on mirror or drill a hole in the bracket and use a motorcycle mirror. Since the mirror would then be an inch or two ahead of the post the side curtain would have room to contact the post as it was designed to do. You could also cut a notch in the side curtain to clear the mirror you found on the dune buggy site and that way would be the most attractive and would viberate less too.
Mel ; I know your proublem I solved the vision troubles I had by putting Harley Davidson mirrors just below and foward the wind screen there many100s to choose from and not bad priced and easy to install about 10 min for both I got from J C Whitney one hole to drill one bolt done!!you need to use HD they are the only ones that i know of that use a threded long stud
Good idea Dan.
Of course once the Harley mirror goes on the car, then come the tattoos, beard, leathers, doo rag, excessive drinking….Lord knows what else.
Paul Mossberg
Former Owner of a 1981 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW)
2005 Intermeccanica RoadsterIf you own a TDr and are not in the Registry, please go to https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-td-replica-registry/ and register (you need to copy and paste the link)
Well Paul no TD tats yet!!!!!!!!!!!! soon ?????? the Doo rag
the best invention yet for A head!!!!!! now we drive to the icecream stand for a cold banna split better
on the road leathers in november no heater
Guilty as charged on the doo rags. Only thing that’ll stay on on the road! No to the tats. Yes to the leather (jacket) for fall drives…and I have a heater (but who wants to put the top up?).
PMOSSBERG40035.9849652778Paul Mossberg
Former Owner of a 1981 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW)
2005 Intermeccanica RoadsterIf you own a TDr and are not in the Registry, please go to https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-td-replica-registry/ and register (you need to copy and paste the link)
Come on Paul we all know you have that Masonic Emblem Tat on your Butt…Sorry I couldn’t resist..I have Peep Mirrors on the windshield frame and the fender ones .. BUT the fender ones are just for looks (Pun)
Mel,
Missing in all the alledged jocularity is an actual answer to your question about the frame dimensions. I did not get a chance tonight but will try tomorrow (unless someone beats me to it).
I can tell you the shape of the inset on the mirror you are considering is correct in the way it tapers towards the front.
Just from memory, the windshield frame is about 1.25 inches. They don’t give dimensions on the web site you linked to. But the round is a four inch glass, one of the rectangles is two inches high. Comparing that to the clamp, makes me think you’ll be in good shape. The way the clamp appears to work, it also would allow for some leeway (depending on the length of the screws).
Another idea..the glue-on mount they sell could be attached to the side of the body, then you thread the mirror into that (avoiding drilling holes in the car)
http://www.bandkmfg.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=28_24 &products_id=45
Paul Mossberg
Former Owner of a 1981 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW)
2005 Intermeccanica RoadsterIf you own a TDr and are not in the Registry, please go to https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-td-replica-registry/ and register (you need to copy and paste the link)
Mel,
I just did a bunch of wandering around dune buggy web sites. The more I see, the more I think the mirror you selected will work. At worst you might have to grind away a bit of the inner surface to match the exact contour of your frame.
Paul Mossberg
Former Owner of a 1981 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW)
2005 Intermeccanica RoadsterIf you own a TDr and are not in the Registry, please go to https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-td-replica-registry/ and register (you need to copy and paste the link)
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