10-30-2009, 05:16 PM | #1 |
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How bad are the blind spots?
How does everyone feel about the blind spots? I rented an SS in Vegas in July and that was one of the first things I noticed, especially to the driver's left. I currently have an 09 Jeep Wrangler which has great visibility. I used to have an 05 Mustang GT and I remember some problem spots. Just wanted some opinions, mine will be built Nov. 16. Thanks.
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10-30-2009, 05:17 PM | #2 |
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With your mirrors properly adjusted, you can see EVERYTHING behind and beside you with a turn of your head.
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10-30-2009, 05:18 PM | #3 |
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You get used to it. Just adjust your mirrors accordingly and use them. Stay alert and pay attention and the blind spots arent really a problem, or should I say I dont think it has been an issue for me.
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10-30-2009, 05:19 PM | #5 |
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Besides proper mirror adjustments, I use the small blind spot mirrors on each side. It helps me...
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10-30-2009, 05:22 PM | #6 |
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pretty bad, I may get the blind spot mirrors. You do get used to watching mirrors though and checking before changing lanes. When I first rented one though I almost got into an accident by cutting into somebody that I didn't see on the drivers side when changing lanes.
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10-30-2009, 05:24 PM | #7 |
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Just set the mirror's correctly and keep everybody behind you. No problem.
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10-30-2009, 05:51 PM | #8 |
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You get used to the blind spots and the small windshield and rear window. Just learn to use your mirrors a little more.
I still have a little problem when sitting at a stop sign and seeing what coming from the right if the front of my car is pointing a little to the left. The rear, side windows are worthless. |
10-30-2009, 06:01 PM | #9 |
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I have no problems with blind-spots. All you have to do is adjust the mirror and like others have said, with the turn of your head you can easily see everything.
Well, wait, there is one thing which kinda makes me nervous,.....while backing up,I can't really see towards my sides. So that's the only blind spot.
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10-30-2009, 06:02 PM | #10 |
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Just adjust your seat and mirrors, a week or so behind the wheel and you won't have a problem, Due to the shapely Camaro body you'll never have perfect vision to the rear like many other car and trucks..
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10-30-2009, 06:08 PM | #11 |
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Is it possible to get a pic of the little mirrors that people are putting up? Thanks!
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10-30-2009, 06:11 PM | #12 |
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Haul ass and you wont have to worry about whats behind or beside you.. Well.. Except maybe flashing lights..
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10-30-2009, 06:13 PM | #13 |
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Once you learn how to properly use your mirrors, it's a non-issue.
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10-30-2009, 06:29 PM | #14 |
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it is pretty bad but you get used to turning your head to look like you should anyway, when changing lanes
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