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MetroMPG · 09-26-2011, 02:37 PM

Hi Jim -

You're right - I've seen stock mirrors on different cars which fold flat (much better than the OEM Insight ones), and don't have that messy "open" hinge like the one I took from the Swift GT. Just working with available materials.

And I agree - a variable grille block would be best. That would also allow a 100% block until the engine is up to operating temperature. Happyface!

Some day is right.

09-26-2011, 02:37 PM	#19 (permalink)
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