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Blind Spot Adhesive Mirrors or Replacement Mirrors Help

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by tacomtn, Sep 6, 2011.

  1. Sep 6, 2011 at 10:33 PM
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    tacomtn

    tacomtn [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I have used many adhesive blind spot mirrors in the past, no problems. Now I can't find any place with good mirrors. The adhesive is too small resulting in mirrors that fall off. I've been to O'Reilly's, Walmart, Target, Autozone. This is ridiculous. It's just a friggin stick on mirror!

    I'm looking for a 3" round with good adhesive

    OR

    aftermarket mirror replacement with a built-in blind spot mirror and anti-glare surface/coating.

    Anyone?
     
  2. Sep 6, 2011 at 11:58 PM
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    skistoy

    skistoy Make mine a Double!

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    I dont like the 3 inch
    takes up too much of the mirror.
    Napa??
     
  3. Sep 7, 2011 at 12:00 AM
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    fixer5000

    fixer5000 the logical one

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    i like the 2 inch spots. make sure you use some solvent to clean the mirrors surface before you apply them. ive never lost one
     
  4. Sep 7, 2011 at 5:58 AM
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    skytower

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    I used some from the dollar store. Alcohol preclean is key. I only had problems with them falling off when I hit them with the snow brush, but only when it's near or below 0F.
     
  5. Sep 7, 2011 at 6:11 AM
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    TacoDaTugBoat

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    I agree about the 2". I have one on drivers side. Been on 2 years now and I don't think I even cleaned the mirror first.
     
  6. Sep 7, 2011 at 6:39 AM
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    Lurkin

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    Might try removing the original adhesive and using some 3m double sided tape. Wrap some of that sh-tuff around your tires and you'll be able to climb a tree :)
     

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