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Posted by: 76-914 May 20 2015, 09:53 AM
As the title says, I'm a CSOB. A CSOB that has been lusting for a pair of new Porsche side mirrors. IMHO, it's the only one that has the proper look. No inference here as we get to dress up our 914's to our own liking! Back on topic; I found a new mirror in Portugal for $150 to my door and I had just sold an unneeded 914 item for $150 so.............
As stupid (which I am BTW) as this sounds, it was the only way I would pull the trigger. I couldn't bring myself to pay almost $400 for a pair but apparently I'm comfortable with basically splitting that cost over 2 orders. 
Of course this will mean a paint job will be in order after I weld up the extra holes. So in reality that 2nd mirror will really set me back a few $$. 
Posted by: sb914 May 20 2015, 09:58 AM
You cheap sob 
Posted by: eric9144 May 20 2015, 10:09 AM
Of course this will mean a paint job will be in order after I weld up the extra holes.
...And here we go down the slippery slope
Posted by: KELTY360 May 20 2015, 10:21 AM
I couldn't bring myself to pay almost $400 for a pair but apparently I'm comfortable with basically splitting that cost over 2 orders.
So, what's the point? Sounds right to me.
Posted by: Bob L. May 20 2015, 10:28 AM
Of course this will mean a paint job will be in order after I weld up the extra holes.
...And here we go down the slippery slope
That's what being cheap will get you. Been there.
Posted by: r_towle May 20 2015, 11:53 AM
CSOB hole filling.
Use putty and nail polish, call it done.
rich
Posted by: Tom May 20 2015, 01:07 PM
Kent,
Just slap a race sticker over the holes! 
I be cheaper than you! LOL!! 
Tom
Posted by: RobW May 20 2015, 01:42 PM
Two words: baby tornado. If you really are a CSOB.
Posted by: Big Len May 20 2015, 01:46 PM
I am now convinced Mustang mirrors are the way to go.
Posted by: Chris H. May 20 2015, 02:38 PM
The good thing is your car is black. Easy to do a temporary fix.
Posted by: mgp4591 May 20 2015, 02:59 PM
So do we have a thread where folks 'fess up to the true level of their CSOBness? Not only could it possibly be soul cleansing, it may throw a couple of unseen innovations out there for everyone to see. I've heard "do this, do that" and have had lots of helpful comments, but being a certifiable CSOB myself I'm thinking some of us could use a support group... 
Posted by: Big Len May 21 2015, 10:14 AM
As the title says, I'm a CSOB. A CSOB that has been lusting for a pair of new Porsche side mirrors. IMHO, it's the only one that has the proper look. No inference here as we get to dress up our 914's to our own liking! Back on topic; I found a new mirror in Portugal for $150 to my door and I had just sold an unneeded 914 item for $150 so.............
As stupid (which I am BTW) as this sounds, it was the only way I would pull the trigger. I couldn't bring myself to pay almost $400 for a pair but apparently I'm comfortable with basically splitting that cost over 2 orders.
Of course this will mean a paint job will be in order after I weld up the extra holes. So in reality that 2nd mirror will really set me back a few $$. Next time, check Yelp http://www.yelp.com/biz/sierra-madre-collection-pasadena
I got the same OEM mirror for a couple of bucks less without going thru Portugal. It'll work with any part they have.
Posted by: 76-914 May 21 2015, 12:36 PM
As the title says, I'm a CSOB. A CSOB that has been lusting for a pair of new Porsche side mirrors. IMHO, it's the only one that has the proper look. No inference here as we get to dress up our 914's to our own liking! Back on topic; I found a new mirror in Portugal for $150 to my door and I had just sold an unneeded 914 item for $150 so.............
As stupid (which I am BTW) as this sounds, it was the only way I would pull the trigger. I couldn't bring myself to pay almost $400 for a pair but apparently I'm comfortable with basically splitting that cost over 2 orders.
Of course this will mean a paint job will be in order after I weld up the extra holes. So in reality that 2nd mirror will really set me back a few $$. Next time, check Yelp http://www.yelp.com/biz/sierra-madre-collection-pasadena
I got the same OEM mirror for a couple of bucks less without going thru Portugal. It'll work with any part they have.
Ahh, Ye of little faith. This is most likely where my 2nd one will come from and they are close in price but............Because I am a CA resident I would pay tax and when you factor in shipping, even regional rate, I was about $7 ahead buying the one in Portugal. As I mentioned it was $150 to the door. But thanks for looking out for me.
And to the earlier poster; We do have a CSOB Tool thread. If your looking to start that Support Group I'm pretty sure most of the CSOB's exposed themselves in that thread. 
Posted by: Big Len May 21 2015, 12:44 PM
Wow, very good....You are a cheap SOB.
Sorry, I guess I'm not up to your level yet.
I suppose I'm just a cheap bastard until I graduate the acadamy.
Posted by: SLITS May 21 2015, 04:28 PM
I'm a CASOB. I don't have mirrors. My car is so fast I only worry about what is in front of me. Anything behind is of no concern.
Posted by: r_towle May 21 2015, 07:24 PM
A true certified CASOB would not have a computer or internet, just sayin
Posted by: eric9144 May 21 2015, 10:27 PM
A true certified CASOB would not have a computer or internet, just sayin
C'mon Rich this is why our neighbors have wifi...isn't it?
Posted by: mgp4591 May 21 2015, 10:47 PM
I'm a CASOB. I don't have mirrors. My car is so fast I only worry about what is in front of me. Anything behind is of no concern.
Hey, I've heard that line before... Raul Julia I believe. "Watza beehinda mee, izza notta importennt..."
Posted by: Chris H. May 22 2015, 06:44 AM
I think "innovative" SOB is better. "cheap" is when what you end up with is not nearly as good as the normal way. Most of the time the way you guys do it is less expensive AND as good or better. You're ISOB's.
Are these installed yet Kent?
Posted by: 76-914 May 22 2015, 08:14 AM
"It" isn't installed yet, Chris. I need to buy it's mate. I did order the screws for both sides though. Having the screws in hand should trick me into ordering that other mirror. I'm thinking another -10 for the r side. I don't like the magnified mirrors. Any thought's on that from those in the know. Also, and maybe I should ask this in the Originality Forum, but did they ever come with the drivers side mirror only?
Posted by: SLITS May 22 2015, 01:47 PM
. Also, and maybe I should ask this in the Originality Forum, but did they ever come with the drivers side mirror only?
I believe they ALL came with the driver's side. The passenger side was added by the dealer or owner as the nuts are there to mount it on most doors.
Years ago I heard a rumor that they actually made a passenger side mirror with "Objects are closer than they appear".
My passenger side mirrors were just driver's flipped.
Posted by: 76-914 May 22 2015, 06:38 PM
So some Euro models might have had only a drivers side mirror? Anyone have a pic of a 914 with a single side mirror?
Posted by: SLITS May 22 2015, 10:23 PM
Kent ... my '74 is single sided.
Posted by: eric9144 May 22 2015, 10:52 PM
Kent ... my '74 is single sided.
Mine too, always thought about adding a second mirror but...Refer back to the title of the thread 
Posted by: 76-914 May 23 2015, 07:08 AM
Kent ... my '74 is single sided.
Mine too, always thought about adding a second mirror but...Refer back to the title of the thread Spot on, Eric. Just wondered how one looks with just one mirror. As a matter of safety I will install 2. I would like to see a pic or 2 if'n there out there.
Posted by: eric9144 May 28 2015, 03:13 PM
So after this and the whole left mirror right mirror searches...
Did you know, Sierra Madre has these for $138.60 (Left Side)
http://www.sierramadrecollection.com/914-914-6-70-76-/Body/Exterior-Trim-Moldings/Exterior-Mirror-914-p25199.html
The (real) right side mirrors are unicorn parts and really are NLA...
Posted by: 76-914 May 28 2015, 08:29 PM
So after this and the whole left mirror right mirror searches...
Did you know, Sierra Madre has these for $138.60
(Left Side)http://www.sierramadrecollection.com/914-914-6-70-76-/Body/Exterior-Trim-Moldings/Exterior-Mirror-914-p25199.html
The (real) right side mirrors are unicorn parts and really are NLA...
See post #13.
Posted by: r_towle May 28 2015, 09:00 PM
Honestly have not looked in ages...
Can't you just turn the mirror around and use it on either side???
Posted by: eric9144 May 28 2015, 09:48 PM
See post #13.
Oh yeah...taxes...I forgot that part
Posted by: eric9144 May 28 2015, 09:50 PM
Can't you just turn the mirror around and use it on either side???
Yes
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