Moddiction

Wondering if anyone has heard about this or used one or anything. It is the Escort Smart Mirror with built in GPS and bluetooth and rear view camera etc.

http://www.lenrom.com/p-48020-escort...camera-hf.aspx

I recently got a 7" Magellan GPS and jdm bezel but seems like it might be a pain to mount that nicely in my car.
So was thinking of selling those and instead getting the Smart mirror since it would be a much easier install and still has a 4" GPS built in and bluetooth and all as well. It is 2" wider than the oem mirror so not too bad I don't think. Haven't seen this model in person but looks nice from the picture.
Anyone know how to remove the old rear view mirror? Is there something needed to release the glue that holds them on?

Moddiction

Well I got one on the way so I'll see how it is. 2" wider than stock mirror and gps is 4" so 2" smaller mirror part of it. Should be fine I think though.

TougeHorseman

Post up some pics once it's installed!!

MrKlean187

This looks pretty neat, I have never seen this before! I happen to have a gentex auto dimming mirror with map led lights, compass, temperature, and garage door homelink system...I love it and can't begin to say how much better it is for top down driving at night! With big trucks behind and headlights directly in the mirror I am able to look directly in the mirror without blinking or hesitation at all thanks to the dimming feature...in the day time you can actually cover the sensor and watch the mirror dim (it turns a bluish color). It took me a while to get it installed and after exploring my options ended up just getting a brand new windshield at safelite autoglass and asked them to install the mounting bracket for the gentex on the new window. A new bracket was required, meaning I had to remove the little metal piece attached to the glass that holds the mirror. I learned that the S2k is special and uses a different type of adhesive than 99% of other cars do; so the standard epoxy you can buy at autozone will not work! It will get brittle and the vibration + curvature of the oem windshield will cause the mirror to break off possibly taking a chunk of the window with it! As for removing the old mirror, I searched for a while and most ppl suggest trying fishing line or dental floss and heating the glass (carefully) then prying the bracket off the glass by sliding the line/floss between, similar to removing the s2000 badges if you ever done that. In the process of doing this my dad tried using pliers to gently tug the metal piece and ended up cracking the windshield!! It is not easy to remove and its a 50/50 chance the window will break, hence my getting a window all together...Hope this helps! Oh yea if I had to guess I would say my mirror weighs a good 2-3 lbs, its quite heavy with all the technology, and can sometimes vibrate a little bit while Im driving. I only notice it slightly while driving at night...

takeshi

Removing the old mounting plate is very tricky. I cracked my windshield attempting to do so. The other problem is that many replacement windshields come with the stock mounting plate. Luckily, the windshield installer was able to remove the plate for me.

Moddiction

Damn didn't know it was such a bitch to remove the old mirror. Really hope I don't crack the windshield!! I have been wanting a new due to all the rock chips and pitting over the years but not really wanting to right now.

starrman

OK, so if it is going to be such a PITA, make sure you take lots of pictures, so when the rest of go this route..

NFRs2000NYC

You might have better luck trying to get the new mirror onto the ball of the old one, rather than mess with the plate. One wrong move, and the windshield is toast.

MrKlean187

I have heard some insurances will cover a new windshield and if they do it will not raise your premium!! I would recommend safelite it totaled about $250 but comes with a lifetime free replacement warranty for any reason whether it be faulty work or you just want a new one after a few new rock chips...

Moddiction

Yeah I think a twisting motion is needed not a prying motion which should def crack it from what I have read.