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Posted by: bkrantz Jan 5 2025, 09:10 PM

Have you noticed how your stock side mirrors do not sit horizontal? Here is a photo of my right side mirror, taken with the camera set horizontal and the mirror straight out from the door. Notice how the mirror center tilts downward to the outside.

The fix is a 4° wedge-shaped gasket that replaces the stock gasket. My son will 3D print these on demand from TPU, with 95A hardness, so they are somewhat flexible and enough squish to conform to the slight curve at the top of the door. The price is $15 per pair, shipped to anywhere in the US. You can order them through this PayPal listing:

https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/86NRR79B8ZA86

I can answer any questions here, or via personal message.



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Posted by: bdstone914 Jan 6 2025, 02:34 AM

I looked up TPU resistance to UV light and found thei.

UV Resistance: Neither TPU nor TPC offer inherent UV protection, similar to PETG and PLA. However, TPU exhibits slightly better resistance to UV degradation compared to TPC. PP shines in this aspect, boasting significant UV resistance, making it ideal for prolonged outdoor applications.Feb 20, 2024

Maybe a coating could prevent yellowing ?

Posted by: BillC Jan 6 2025, 10:17 AM

Order placed. Thanks!

Spray painting them before installing should give the needed UV resistance. At least, I hope....

Posted by: Pappy1975 Jan 6 2025, 11:21 AM

Order placed. Thanks!

Posted by: rgolia Jan 6 2025, 11:30 AM

order placed...thanks. And thanks agian for the help withthe dubshop FI system. She is running well. Cold starting is the only issue.

Posted by: mb911 Jan 6 2025, 04:58 PM

Interesting idea. Hmm might be interested

Posted by: burton73 Jan 6 2025, 05:41 PM

PP = polypropylene

I think these are a great idea. The thing that bugs me the most it the pattern that 3d printing gets on the surface. I guess a person could just sand out with a few grits or they could be run in a larger batch in a vibratory finished like I use on small acrylic cubes.

I am on board to get a pair and will place an order for one set for #41 now

Thanks Bob B
Paypal none thank you

Posted by: Robarabian Jan 6 2025, 05:54 PM

2 sets ordered. You should make it so the amount is not preloaded at 1 set.. I had to order twice.... cool idea.

Posted by: Cairo94507 Jan 6 2025, 06:06 PM

Just ordered a set. I was going to order more, but could not change the quantity. Once these arrive and I install them, I will likely order 2 additional sets.

Posted by: bkrantz Jan 6 2025, 06:13 PM

Thanks, everyone. I did not consider the UV resistance (I will ask my son what he knows). But since only the edge is exposed, I hope any problems will be minimal. Same with the 3D printing pattern with this format printer and material. Here's a photo of the left mirror on my car (still dirty).


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Posted by: FlacaProductions Jan 6 2025, 06:29 PM

Looking forward to these - nicely done!

Posted by: Front yard mechanic Jan 6 2025, 08:35 PM

The drup matches my back

Posted by: JmuRiz Jan 7 2025, 10:36 AM

Re: UV resistance,
You can always coat in UV resistant ceramic coating and do your whole car while doing so...

Posted by: silverg Jan 7 2025, 01:23 PM

Ordered

Posted by: Aerostatwv Jan 7 2025, 06:49 PM

Dittos

Posted by: DC_neun_vierzehn Jan 8 2025, 03:54 PM

Ordered : )

Posted by: longballa Jan 11 2025, 11:21 AM

I need 3 for drivers side only. Let me know how much and I'll PayPal. Shipping to 97330. Thanks, -Scott

Posted by: DC_neun_vierzehn Jan 11 2025, 04:43 PM

I’m going to guess that like the mirrors themselves, they work on either side. You would just rotate the gasket 180 degrees for the other side.

Posted by: Robarabian Jan 11 2025, 07:08 PM

Any idea when you will mail these out????

Posted by: bkrantz Jan 11 2025, 09:29 PM

These work for either side. I will ask my son about a price for 3.

Posted by: bkrantz Jan 11 2025, 09:33 PM

My son Harry went into production mode today. He decided to order a smooth printing plate. This makes the wedge base equally smooth where it contacts paint. The photo show the prototype on the left and the new result on the right. Note that the surface that contacts the mirror base still has printing texture.

He should mail out the first batch on Monday.


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Posted by: bkrantz Jan 11 2025, 09:36 PM

A photo from the "factory".


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Posted by: Mitox Jan 11 2025, 11:36 PM

Looks like a great idea. Just ordered a set.

Posted by: Jett Jan 12 2025, 10:23 AM

How do I order five sets? The PP UI doesn’t seem to allow changing the qty ordered.

I bought one set for now…. Or should I just hit the link four more times?

Posted by: bkrantz Jan 12 2025, 09:36 PM

Jett, for now please order 5 separate pairs. My son has not been able to figure out how to get the UI to work for multiple orders.

Posted by: bkrantz Jan 12 2025, 09:39 PM

Another update: so far Harry has printed about half of the ordered wedges, and will send them out tomorrow (I think via USPS).


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Posted by: longballa Jan 15 2025, 01:48 PM

Just ordered a set. Yes, fix the quantity button on PayPal. Need another set.

Posted by: bkrantz Jan 15 2025, 09:05 PM

Harry shipped the first batch Monday, and more will go out Friday.

I doubt he will change the PP UI, so if you want multiple sets please submit multiple orders.

Posted by: burton73 Jan 16 2025, 09:33 PM

Just got my pair in US Mail today 1-16-25. Very nice!

Thank you,

Best Bob B

Posted by: Robarabian Jan 17 2025, 11:04 PM

Got mine!! Very cool. Will install a set tomorrow!!!

Posted by: BillC Jan 18 2025, 08:21 PM

Mine arrived yesterday, and I installed them this afternoon. Nice parts, went right in without any issue, and now my mirrors don't droop so much -- a nice improvement.

Posted by: bkrantz Jan 18 2025, 09:10 PM

Glad first impressions are positive.

Here is the batch Harry mailed out yesterday.


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Posted by: Ron914 Jan 19 2025, 10:50 AM

Just purchased a set of these . It has always bothered me looking in that tilted mirror when backing up .
Thank you

Posted by: 914werke Jan 19 2025, 03:08 PM

No paypal

Posted by: drem914 Jan 19 2025, 06:17 PM

Just ordered a set.

Posted by: Mitox Jan 21 2025, 10:02 PM

Received mine today - many thanks.

Posted by: racer914 Jan 21 2025, 11:18 PM

Ordered a set!

Posted by: jcschuf1 Jan 22 2025, 01:34 PM

Ordered a set on the 16th, nice addition to the collective 914 parts bin, thanks!

Posted by: friethmiller Jan 22 2025, 01:49 PM

Thanks!! Got mine and installed it in 2mins. Just wish I had a passenger side mirror for the other one. #goals

Posted by: Puebloswatcop Jan 23 2025, 09:30 AM

Kuddos to Harry. I just received mine and they are awesome. I strongly recommend these for any 914 owner.

Posted by: Ron914 Jan 23 2025, 09:31 AM

I agree , I ordered a pair myself and was thinking the same thing for my passenger side .
They have some @ Sierra Madre Porsche
Sales@SierraMadreCollection.com

Posted by: StratPlayer Jan 23 2025, 04:39 PM

Going to use 303 on mine should help the uv issue

Posted by: bkrantz Jan 23 2025, 08:57 PM

Thanks--I will pass the word to Harry.

BTW I sure enjoy having a son so capable and cool.

Posted by: porbmw Jan 23 2025, 09:18 PM

cool idea!
Just ordered 2 sets!
Paul

Posted by: friethmiller Jan 24 2025, 08:09 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=26487 - Nice! It's a sign. Just ordered a right side mirror. Doing a bunch of mods on my 914. Throw this on the todo list... why not!

Posted by: Beach914 Jan 24 2025, 09:03 AM

Got mine! Thx.

Posted by: burton73 Jan 24 2025, 10:31 PM

Put mine in today. Very nice

Best Bob B

Posted by: scallyk9 Jan 25 2025, 03:13 PM

Received mine today. Great Product! Thank you. I'll be ordering a second set for the other 914

Posted by: Ron914 Jan 29 2025, 01:38 PM

I just installed mine , looks much better being level . What a great idea.
Thanks Harrison .

Posted by: Cairo94507 Jan 30 2025, 03:47 PM

Received mine and installed them; great fit and really a big improvement in appearance. Bob, please thank your son for helping us all out. The "droop" always bugged me.

Posted by: bkrantz Jan 30 2025, 09:18 PM

Will do--he will visit us for the weekend.

I looked at the droop for years before thinking we had to do something.

Posted by: 914werke Jan 31 2025, 02:12 PM

Posted by: bkrantz Jan 31 2025, 09:34 PM

Sent you a PM.

Posted by: friethmiller Feb 1 2025, 10:39 PM

Thanks for the motivation on this. Just added a passenger side mirror. Wow! It will never have to droop!

Posted by: gokart73 Sep 29 2026, 08:54 AM

Reviving this thread.

Are these still available?

If not, anyone have a few to sell or an alternate source?

Thanks!

Posted by: PCH Sep 29 2026, 01:29 PM

I would also be interested in a set.

Posted by: Luke M Sep 30 2026, 03:36 PM

I'd be interested in enough to do 4 mirrors. 2 drivers and 2 pass.

Posted by: JmuRiz Oct 1 2026, 09:20 AM

I don't think I bought these the first time around, I'm down for a set if you make another run.

Posted by: friethmiller Oct 1 2026, 10:46 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=23343 - did you speak with your son on doing another run? Seems like the demand is there. If so, put me down for 3 sets. I'll gift the extras sets to my local 914 buddies. Christmas is right around the corner, you know!

Posted by: aharder Oct 1 2026, 12:11 PM

I would also be interested in 1 set

Posted by: bkrantz Oct 1 2026, 09:29 PM

I did talk with my son, about a month ago, and he agreed to print some more spacers. But then his company moved him and his garage and shop stuff (and all his stuff) is now in boxes. Remind me in about a month and I will ask him to make some.

Posted by: 914Wes Oct 2 2026, 10:08 AM

If bkrantz is okay with it I can supply these in the mean time. I have the correct TPU 95A and and prototype already made.


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