Anyone using the Wide Angle Paragon Convex Mirrors?
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Anyone using the Wide Angle Paragon Convex Mirrors?
I just purchased a 2019 3ZR coupe and I am considering installing the Paragon Mirrors. I had a 2014 several years ago and I had the mirrors adjusted appropriately to eliminate the blind spots. These mirrors will provide a wider view that may or may not be helpful. They mirrors look to be very easy to install and to revert back to original if desired. I understand that I will give up the self dimming function and that doesn't bother me. They retain the heated function which I never need on the Corvette. I did see some older threads with people using similar mirrors but they didn't answer all of my questions. Please chime in to answer the questions or let me know if they are a good or bad idea. Thanks.
1. Has anyone had any issues with installation (there is a video on their site that I watched)?
2. Has anyone caused any damage mounting or removing these?
3. Is the view so distorted (objects appear further away) that they are dangerous or just not useful?
4. Do you recommend the normal (my plan) or the blue mirrors?
5. Does anyone make a better product?.
1. Has anyone had any issues with installation (there is a video on their site that I watched)?
2. Has anyone caused any damage mounting or removing these?
3. Is the view so distorted (objects appear further away) that they are dangerous or just not useful?
4. Do you recommend the normal (my plan) or the blue mirrors?
5. Does anyone make a better product?.
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Yes, I installed them a couple of months ago. I went with them because of the great experience I had with Paragon and their SBR taillights that I put on.
Very easy to install, just like their video.
I had no damage removing the old ones or installing the new ones.
It took some getting used to the change from the stock to these, but MAN do I love them more. I don't have to lean forward to see the lane next to me, and it's a much wider view. Haven't even thought about going back to the stock ones.
I used the normal ones, can't speak to the blue ones. The normal ones have a darker hue to them from the stock ones, assuming it's to make up for the auto-dimming loss, but it's not too dark.
The only other product I saw was from Sandyeggo products that are cheaper, but didn't want to add them to the stock mirror. If I hadn't went with Paragon, I would have done these.
Very easy to install, just like their video.
I had no damage removing the old ones or installing the new ones.
It took some getting used to the change from the stock to these, but MAN do I love them more. I don't have to lean forward to see the lane next to me, and it's a much wider view. Haven't even thought about going back to the stock ones.
I used the normal ones, can't speak to the blue ones. The normal ones have a darker hue to them from the stock ones, assuming it's to make up for the auto-dimming loss, but it's not too dark.
The only other product I saw was from Sandyeggo products that are cheaper, but didn't want to add them to the stock mirror. If I hadn't went with Paragon, I would have done these.
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Not sure of the differences between the two companies, but the concept is excellent.
I've had Sandyeggo on both sides since they became available, and love'em. No tint on mine, and they work fine- the wide angle aspect makes headlights behind me appear dimmer and so I'm fine without auto dimming. We drive our car in all sorts of weather, the lack of mirror heat has never been an issue for us.
I've had Sandyeggo on both sides since they became available, and love'em. No tint on mine, and they work fine- the wide angle aspect makes headlights behind me appear dimmer and so I'm fine without auto dimming. We drive our car in all sorts of weather, the lack of mirror heat has never been an issue for us.
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I could see where installing the wide angle mirrors would be a plus. Sounds like both of the two vendors offer a quality product.
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I looked at both and the Sandyeggo design is much cheaper ($42 vs $110) because it is a taped on overlay. The Paragon design replaces the glass and has electrical connections for the heated feature. It looks to me like the Paragon design is much easier to reverse and could potentially stay attached better. I appreciate all of the helpful information.
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I have been eyeing the Paragons for some time, but my OCD stops me every time. I hate to lose the dimming feature although admittedly it is a very low use, low impact feature. When asking why Paragon can't mimic that feature, they cite a GM "feature" trademark with the glass?
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They told me the same thing when I called them. I will say this, the glass on the chrome ones are slightly darker/tinted than the OEM ones, so that might have been done to make up for the loss of the dimming feature. I love them, still have the stock ones in a box and haven't even thought of putting them back on.
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Maybe it is just me, but I adjusted my mirrors, so I don't see the side of my car and I have no issues with blind spots. Any vehicle approaching either side I can see further back and right up until it is just about even with me.
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We put the Sandyeggo mirrors on several years ago and find that driving is much more relaxed now.
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I have been eyeing the Paragons for some time, but my OCD stops me every time. I hate to lose the dimming feature although admittedly it is a very low use, low impact feature. When asking why Paragon can't mimic that feature, they cite a GM "feature" trademark with the glass?
My eyes are sensitive to glare, but with the Sandyeggo mirrors (not tinted) I don't miss the auto dimming feature at all. The wide angle makes headlights behind smaller and therefore "dimmer".
You could buy a Sandyeggo driver side and temporarily tape it in place for some quick night time testing. Possibly return if not wanted, or sell to recoup some of your money.
Since I haven't tried the Paragon mirrors, I can't comment on the advantages/disadvantages of their tint.
With either mirror, you need to be careful while learning that "Objects in Mirror are a LOT Closer Than They Appear."
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OP, thanks for sharing the Paragon mirrors. I'm going to investigate those.
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Has anyone successfully removed the Sandyeggo Designs mirrors? I have them and although they do help with the blind spot, I don’t like the distortion I see in them and would prefer to go back to the OEM mirrors. I’m guessing I may be able to remove them using fishing line.
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Has anyone successfully removed the Sandyeggo Designs mirrors? I have them and although they do help with the blind spot, I don’t like the distortion I see in them and would prefer to go back to the OEM mirrors. I’m guessing I may be able to remove them using fishing line.
- Avoid using any metal or hard tool that may scratch the original glass.
- Using a hair dryer, heat the glass until its hot to the touch.
- Spray WD-40 liberally into the gap between the back of the Panoramic Mirror and the original car mirror. Let soak for several minutes.
- Use a thin strong thread, fishing line, or dental floss to saw back and forth against the tape.
- Apply more heat and WD-40 as needed.
- Once the tape is sawn through, any adhesive residue can be cleaned off the original glass using acetone or 3M™ Adhesive Remover. DO NOT allow these chemicals to contact any painted surface!
- Once you have gotten most of the tape residue off, use soapy water to clean off any traces of both the tape and WD-40 and then use a towel to wipe the surface dry.
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- Avoid using any metal or hard tool that may scratch the original glass.
- Using a hair dryer, heat the glass until its hot to the touch.
- Spray WD-40 liberally into the gap between the back of the Panoramic Mirror and the original car mirror. Let soak for several minutes.
- Use a thin strong thread, fishing line, or dental floss to saw back and forth against the tape.
- Apply more heat and WD-40 as needed.
- Once the tape is sawn through, any adhesive residue can be cleaned off the original glass using acetone or 3M™ Adhesive Remover. DO NOT allow these chemicals to contact any painted surface!
- Once you have gotten most of the tape residue off, use soapy water to clean off any traces of both the tape and WD-40 and then use a towel to wipe the surface dry.