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DanEC 08-12-2012 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by ERA Chas (Post 1204681)
The existing screw holes. Tell Bob to give you two screws too.
Dan-it's exactly as I told you; could not be easier.
Source all parts for your ERA, FROM ERA-everything fits that way-no hardware chases.
If I don't have to drill the frame it sounds like a winner to me. I wasn't aware ERA offered a mount for the windshield prior to this. Anyone need a fender mount mirror?

Thanks

Dan

lal Naja 08-13-2012 08:04 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by lal Naja (Post 1204677)
After researching mirror options I purchased a pair of these last Thursday from Dreamcar Company. I will have them tomorrow and I'm keen to see how well they fit my car.



I'll post a follow up after I'm done fitting them. Check out the video they have posted on their site showing how the mirror functions.
As promised in the above quote. The mirrors arrived and these are spectacular! The fit was perfect and I'm THRILLED as to how well these Fit, look and work.

Terry at DreamCar Co. was most helpful before I made the purchase and answered my email questions promptly. Shipped my order immediately and everything arrived well packed, including a good selection of extra stainless steel hardware giving you a couple of options as to how you may want to install them.

I'm not able to drive my car right now to do the ultimate test, but I'm sure these will perform as seen in his video.

It is so good when you get something that exceeds your expectations.

I'm happy to recommend this product.

Don't look back!

Arthur

Saint Ho 08-14-2012 05:49 AM
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A french "hand made" solution for the two side mirors of my SPF.

Very easy to obtain.
It just needs to twist a flat angle bracket, to make the angles round by filling them, to drill the necessary holes, and to chrome the result.
The mirors are the originals from SPF, without using the legs.

http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/atta...1&d=1344944827
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/atta...1&d=1344944827
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/atta...1&d=1344944827

lal Naja 08-14-2012 10:32 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Saint Ho (Post 1204913)
A french "hand made" solution for the two side mirors of my SPF.

Very easy to obtain.
It just needs to twist a flat angle bracket, to make the angles round by filling them, to drill the necessary holes, and to chrome the result.
The mirors are the originals from SPF, without using the legs.

http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/atta...1&d=1344944827
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/atta...1&d=1344944827
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/atta...1&d=1344944827
Nice Job...And you have real glass wind-wings too.

Arthur

ALF 08-15-2012 02:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Mongoose930 (Post 1204670)
I purchased the bracket from Finishline and bent it slightly so it went around the windshield frame. I then ordered the correct length fillister head screws from Totally Stainless - you do not want to break your windshield. Ordered the aluminum die cast hex nut from MSC and the wide angle glass convex replacement glass, which are designed to fit the Raydyot mirrors, from Tex Automotive in the UK. This set-up has worked very well for me while I wait for Mickmate to officially launch his mirror brackets. Yes Nick - that is a hint...
Could you please help with a link for the "aluminum die cast hex nut from MSC"
THANKS:)

Mongoose930 08-15-2012 07:31 AM
MSC Link:

Star Type Hand Knobs - Lobed, Scalloped & Spoked Knobs | MSCDirect.com

ALF 08-15-2012 07:51 AM
Thank you:)

Snek 07-29-2023 06:02 PM
So what are the suggestions for the holes that are left in the fender from the old mount location?

KevinW 08-02-2023 06:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Snek (Post 1518933)
So what are the suggestions for the holes that are left in the fender from the old mount location?
Black rubber grommet blank maybe?

strictlypersonl 08-03-2023 06:16 AM
We use the knob from McMaster. It's prettier. ;>D

https://www.mcmaster.com/61135K212/

Mongoose930 08-03-2023 08:01 AM
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Originally Posted by strictlypersonl (Post 1519044)
We use the knob from McMaster. It's prettier. ;>D

https://www.mcmaster.com/61135K212/
It took you almost a year to one up me:LOL:

65snake 04-30-2024 06:45 PM
My new ERA 3032 will have vintage air, top, and side curtains. Do the wind wings and mirrors work with the side curtains ? Or do they have to be removed.

patrickt 04-30-2024 06:56 PM
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Originally Posted by 65snake (Post 1523840)
My new ERA 3032 will have vintage air, top, and side curtains. Do the wind wings and mirrors work with the side curtains ? Or do they have to be removed.
My side curtains fit with both the wind wings and sun visors and mirror without any problem. I've used them all maybe four or five times in 20 years but they look very, very cool when I do.:cool:

http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...m/120_2099.JPG

Grubby 05-01-2024 06:43 AM
I have the windshield mounted mirror and with a slight modification it works with my side curtains. I just made a bracket that moves the mirror 1” further forward than stock ERA. You can’t really see the difference.

John

Sledge 05-01-2024 09:12 AM
I've been using mirrors from thedreamcarcompany.com for several years now and they work great! Since the mirrors are installed behind the wind wing (not in front of it) you don't get the glare from reflections off the wind wing surface. A very good product and an easy install. They look fine and function perfectly. There is also a video on youtube on how to install them.

Cheers

cycleguy55 05-01-2024 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Sledge (Post 1523860)
I've been using mirrors from thedreamcarcompany.com for several years now and they work great! Since the mirrors are installed behind the wind wing (not in front of it) you don't get the glare from reflections off the wind wing surface. A very good product and an easy install. They look fine and function perfectly. There is also a video on youtube on how to install them.

Cheers
Here's a link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XabKPco2QaU

Note: It's 24m02s

cycleguy55 07-19-2024 11:41 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by lal Naja (Post 1204874)
As promised in the above quote. The mirrors arrived and these are spectacular! The fit was perfect and I'm THRILLED as to how well these Fit, look and work.

Terry at DreamCar Co. was most helpful before I made the purchase and answered my email questions promptly. Shipped my order immediately and everything arrived well packed, including a good selection of extra stainless steel hardware giving you a couple of options as to how you may want to install them.

I'm not able to drive my car right now to do the ultimate test, but I'm sure these will perform as seen in his video.

It is so good when you get something that exceeds your expectations.

I'm happy to recommend this product.

Don't look back!

Arthur
I also purchased a pair of these mirrors from Dreamcar Company. Terry responded immediately that he had material supply issues and was waiting for billet aluminum to arrive, and he kept me fully in the loop throughout. When the mirrors arrived they looked great.

The instructions were good, but because of the way my wind wings had been installed by a previous owner I couldn't follow the instructions as written and just swap the wind wings from passenger side to driver side. I had to completely diassemble the mounting blocks and wind wing brackets and then reassemble in a different fashion. The photos were extremely helpful as they showed clearly what the finished product would look like. When it was all done the mirrors fit perfectly and I'm ecstatic about their fit, finish and function.

Like your experience, Terry at DreamCar Co. was very helpful and was very prompt in responding to emails.

One of the best supplier experiences I've had in a long time. Highly recommended - both for the product but especially the service.


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