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WX4GPS · 07-02-2011, 07:38 PM

I was wondering I guess there are after market blind spot detection systems you can buy anyone install one of these on their CRV, any recommendation on which one people have been happy with, I know a lot of people go with a mirror to glue on to there side mirrors to give them a wider angle, any particular ones that fit and look nice on the existing mirrors, Im thinking a round one would detract a little, I also wonder if any of those 180 degree backup cameras attached to an after market nav system would be helpful, just curious what you guys have done... Im sure I would monitor the vehicle activity along side of me and no made sudden changes, but I just want one additional thing in place what do you guys recommend?

xaaxjocg · 07-02-2011, 08:13 PM

A lot of crz reviews from the major car magazines complain about the blind spot, but I really don't have a problem with it. The side mirrors give you a pretty good field of view and then if I really want to make sure I look behind me and the hatch windows give you enough view. I'm pretty good about subconsciously keeping track of cars in other lanes on the highway because I'm always driving faster than most of them and change lanes frequently

gomarlins3 · 07-02-2011, 08:42 PM

I use 2" fisheye mirrors attached to the outside mirrors. I have put them on all of my cars for the past 28 years.

holeydonut · 07-02-2011, 09:22 PM

I also put a couple convex mirror-stick-on things and the blind spots are gone.

bmac · 07-02-2011, 09:48 PM

I ordered MaxiView mirrors that stick on your side views. They are adjustable and work
just fine. I also have a wireless back-up camera purchased at Pep Boys.

code85 · 07-02-2011, 10:34 PM

Blindspot when driving is not a problem for me, just when backing out of a spot.

SuiteMike · 07-02-2011, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by code85

Blindspot when driving is not a problem for me, just when backing out of a spot.

Same here...not a problem with driving at all...bothers me big time when backing out for those few times I do back out...also loving the new pic code, kinda like that librarian or teacher from way back in the day =P

Debello · 07-02-2011, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by code85

Blindspot when driving is not a problem for me, just when backing out of a spot.

I have the same issue, that is why I splurged for the back up camera for the new head unit. Now if the dang thing would just come in.

dripkit · 07-02-2011, 10:49 PM

Blindspot was a huge issue for me. Fisheye on the passenger's side, Convex replacement side mirrors, and a huge convex Broadway for the rearview. All the mirrors overlap so there is no blindspot.

MachVEvan · 07-03-2011, 01:22 AM

Who makes your convex side mirrors?

07-02-2011, 07:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
WX4GPS Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Kentucky Posts: 17	How do you handle your blind spot.... I was wondering I guess there are after market blind spot detection systems you can buy anyone install one of these on their CRV, any recommendation on which one people have been happy with, I know a lot of people go with a mirror to glue on to there side mirrors to give them a wider angle, any particular ones that fit and look nice on the existing mirrors, Im thinking a round one would detract a little, I also wonder if any of those 180 degree backup cameras attached to an after market nav system would be helpful, just curious what you guys have done... Im sure I would monitor the vehicle activity along side of me and no made sudden changes, but I just want one additional thing in place what do you guys recommend?

07-02-2011, 08:42 PM	#3 (permalink)
gomarlins3 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Kuna Idaho Posts: 2,050	I use 2" fisheye mirrors attached to the outside mirrors. I have put them on all of my cars for the past 28 years. __________________ Happiness is a nice road, great weather, and driving the S with Sue in the seat next to me.

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holeydonut Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 353	I also put a couple convex mirror-stick-on things and the blind spots are gone. __________________ CVT + EX + Nav + Backup Camera

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07-02-2011, 08:13 PM	#2 (permalink)
xaaxjocg Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 100	A lot of crz reviews from the major car magazines complain about the blind spot, but I really don't have a problem with it. The side mirrors give you a pretty good field of view and then if I really want to make sure I look behind me and the hatch windows give you enough view. I'm pretty good about subconsciously keeping track of cars in other lanes on the highway because I'm always driving faster than most of them and change lanes frequently

07-02-2011, 09:48 PM	#5 (permalink)
bmac Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: central new jersey Posts: 12	I ordered MaxiView mirrors that stick on your side views. They are adjustable and work just fine. I also have a wireless back-up camera purchased at Pep Boys.

07-02-2011, 10:34 PM	#6 (permalink)
code85 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 273	Blindspot when driving is not a problem for me, just when backing out of a spot.

07-03-2011, 01:22 AM	#10 (permalink)
MachVEvan Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 448	Who makes your convex side mirrors?