Caterham to Spa & Motamec mirror adapters

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The Problem.

Caterham’s mirrors are terrible. Seriously. They’re enormous and because they’re not convex, you can’t see anything. The original Eccles mounts are only attached at the hinge so are prone to shaking because of the leverage on the 10cm long part.

My solution

These adapters are a simple solution to allow a Spa or Motamec convex mirror to be fitted in the original holes of the Caterham mirrors. they use a brass insert to give a strong anchor and the front bolt goes all the way through.
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How do they compare to my custom mirrors?

they’re half the price and no measuring needed! They attach nice and tightly. I think the custom ones are a little stiffer as they’re braced in 2 dimensions but I doubt there’s a lot in it. The original Caterham hinges allow the doors to open too far so that the mirrors are constantly hitting the screen and so I can include a set of Hinge

How much are they?

£45 + £4 P&P and they come with hinges that stop your mirrors bouncing off your windscreen

What comes in the kit?

  • 2x adapters, Spa or Motamec fitting
  • 2x hinges
  • 4x 20mm bolts
  • 2x 25mm M5 countersunk bolts
  • 2x 6mm M5 countersunk bolts
  • 2x 14mm M5 countersunk bolts
  • 2x friction cups for Spa mirrors (if you’re ordering spa mirrors) as found here

What do I need?

  • 2x Spa/Motomec/CBS mirrors (buy the convex spa ones here or here or the motamecs here (note that https://www.kitcardirect.co.uk/spa-style-formula-f1-wing-mirror-carbon-pair.html seem to be motamecs)
  • 2x Side screens that have been drilled.
  • 4x original nyloc nuts and washers from hinge and mirrors.

Can I use either Motamec or Spa mirrors

Yes, although I personally think the Spa mirrors are better as they’re more convex and a little stiffer (comparison here). they are a bit more finicky to fit and adjust though. you’ll need to countersink the bolt holes on your motamec mounts for the bolts to be the right length.

Do you do different colours from black?

Yes! for £5 more.

Delivery:

Usually delivery is within a week, sometimes it is 2 weeks, sometimes it’s next day. This isn’t my day job so if you need it rushing, please get in touch and I can often expedite it. International delivery is £12 to Europe and £15 to the US, Canada and further afield. US/Canada customers: customs/import duties will need to be paid before I ship. I’ll contact you after your order to arrange this as a separate payment.

Payment:

Stripe handle all the payments now. I don’t get access to your credit card details so it’s nice and safe.

Colours:

I can do different colours for most things but it is restricted by material so if you want something that isn’t black, get in touch.

Contact:

to contact me, either email john@uberniche.co.uk or hit me up on Instagram