Mirror Tech

Paul S · Aug 23, 2006

I pretty much always ware my shoulder harness these days (dictated by new driving style). Problem is that I cannot turn around to see what's happening behind me. Till now it's been a non-issue, but with Gaut's new buggy on the way I figure I'll need to make sure he's keeping up, so a mirror was in order. Unfortunately, it's not an 'objects in mirror are closer than they appear' type, so Farmer Matt will look more like Mini Matt, assuming he's anywhere close enough to see at all.

To install, simply take some 0.625" DOM, cut a 1" length, weld 1 end shut & flap, weld nut in other end, weld between spreaders, screw mirror on.

:flame: :laugh3:

Paul

BrettM · Aug 23, 2006

aw, i was thinking you'd go with one of these:

and some of these to keep track of Matt and Rich:

Paul S · Aug 23, 2006

BrettM said:
aw, i was thinking you'd go with one of these:

and some of these to keep track of Matt and Rich:

The bling'n flames (not really visible in the photo) were more important than keeping an eye on Gaut & Matt.

P

FarmerMatt · Aug 23, 2006

The only way you'll see me in that mirror is if I've got to tug ya backwards once you're stuck.

David Taylor · Aug 23, 2006

FarmerMatt said:
The only way you'll see me in that mirror is if I've got to tug ya backwards once you're stuck.

Plus maybe on the way to the trail. Going stroker to move that extra
600 pounds and 4d's ?

Goatman · Aug 24, 2006

Good idea, Paul. You'll need a mirror so you can see when I'm ready to bump you so you can speed up.

BTW, that mirror you mounted is too complicated. I'll just run over to Victory Circle and get one that attaches to the cage tubing, simple two bolt 1.5" clamp. Like this one....scroll down to spot mirror: http://www.cmwraceparts.com/Chassis/Chassis14.html

Goatman · Aug 24, 2006

Here ya go, found one with a picture:

spot mirror for 1.5" rollcage tube

14" convex mirror for 1.5" roll cage tube

GSequoia · Aug 24, 2006

So how long you guys think it'll be before Paul removes this mirror to save weight?

Paul S · Aug 24, 2006

Goatman said:
Good idea, Paul. You'll need a mirror so you can see when I'm ready to bump you so you can speed up.

BTW, that mirror you mounted is too complicated. I'll just run over to Victory Circle and get one that attaches to the cage tubing, simple two bolt 1.5" clamp. Like this one....scroll down to spot mirror: http://www.cmwraceparts.com/Chassis/Chassis14.html

You better carry some Windex, it's going to be dusty back there.

Paul

Captain Ron · Aug 24, 2006

GSequoia said:
So how long you guys think it'll be before Paul removes this mirror to save weight?

2nd run.

--ron

FarmerMatt · Aug 24, 2006

Paul S said:
Paul

All you lack are pink fuzzy dice. That stereo has got to be good for 3# or so... There's a lot of weight in that dash to lose.

Don't worry about be Dave. I think I might end up under 4K even with upping to 4ds. That spare tire & spare tire mount dropped a good load off my rear. Getting rid of the spare shafts, hubs, & some tools will also add up as well.party1:

Matt

Goatman · Aug 24, 2006

Matt, Paul's getting pretty feisty here. If we push him maybe he'll just break that spindly front end that he has....

Then all he'll be able to see out of that cute little mirror is blue desert sky.

Paul S · Aug 24, 2006

FarmerMatt said:
All you lack are pink fuzzy dice. That stereo has got to be good for 3# or so... There's a lot of weight in that dash to lose.

Don't worry about be Dave. I think I might end up under 4K even with upping to 4ds. That spare tire & spare tire mount dropped a good load off my rear. Getting rid of the spare shafts, hubs, & some tools will also add up as well.party1:

Matt

I took all the junk (mostly heating related) out from behind the dash last week, good for 39lbs, + the center consol = another 9lbs. That gets me down to 3652lbs.

BTW, I've got a 6 pack of Michelob for Garry NOT to swing by the farm on his way back.

Paul

Paul

cracker · Aug 24, 2006

Goatman said:
Matt, Paul's getting pretty feisty here. If we push him maybe he'll just break that spindly front end that he has....

Then all he'll be able to see out of that cute little mirror is blue desert sky.

So you think the 30 spline outers have that much of an advantage on your junk?

David Taylor · Aug 25, 2006

FarmerMatt said:
I think I might end up under 4K even with upping to 4ds. That spare tire & spare tire mount dropped a good load off my rear.

Matt

That might make you the portly one in the group. :kissyou:

After the last round of mods I'm just under 3500#.:shocked: Of course with my little tires and axle I will need all the help I can get.

FarmerMatt · Aug 25, 2006

Paul S said:
BTW, I've got a 6 pack of Michelob for Garry NOT to swing by the farm on his way back.

Paul

Paul

I've got several bags of pistachios & a couple bottles of wine that says he does... Top that!

Dave,
At this time in my life I'm used to be the portly one of the bunch... The trick is knowing how to throw the weight around.

Goatman · Aug 25, 2006

cracker said:
So you think the 30 spline outers have that much of an advantage on your junk?

30 spline? What have you been smokin', cracker boy?

Paul S · Aug 25, 2006

FarmerMatt said:
I've got several bags of pistachios & a couple bottles of wine that says he does... Top that!

Easy...

3 tires = I'll get real good a changing out broken birfs on Resolution.
4 tires = leaving his broken junk on the trail.

P

cracker · Sep 15, 2006

I'm done

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