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Old 12-14-2011, 06:57 PM   #1
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Thumbs up Auto Dim Explorer Mirror

After finally installing my auto dim mirror (with a few mods) I never really got a chance to see how it works... until tonight.

Had to run some errands this afternoon/evening & when it was time to head home, it had got dark. Never even thought about the mirror until a line of cars behind me with their high beams on decided to ride my butt for several miles. When I looked up in the mirror, it was darkening & I didn't get blinded like I used to.

Have to say this is one really handy little mod & I highly recommend it, either the full blown mod with headlight controls or the "light" version (pun intended) like I did with just the auto dim functions.
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Old 12-14-2011, 07:03 PM   #2
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i love mine although i gotta go back thru it and rewire it......
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Old 12-14-2011, 07:47 PM   #3
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What do you mean by full blown mod?
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Old 12-14-2011, 07:50 PM   #4
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where it turns the headlights and running lights on..... he has it only hooked up to dim the mirror.... he controls when the lights come on and turn off.....
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I agree, one of my favorite mods!
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i love mine too...and mine turns the lights on too...freaking awesome!
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Hmmm.... Hey Clinton, you might have to find one for me
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they are sweet and you need to get one......
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How much do they usually go for?
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i think i got mine off of clinton for around 50-60 cant remember exactly......
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