Adiebt Posted August 10, 2023 Share Posted August 10, 2023 (edited) 2023 Burstner ( Fiat ) do i have long medium or short arms , selling website most unhelpful and where is the best place to buy ? cheers . Edited August 10, 2023 by Adiebt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Uzzell Posted August 11, 2023 Share Posted August 11, 2023 It would be really helpful to know the MODEL of Burstner motorhome you are getting. (I've looked at your recent postings, but - other than the new vehicle having a 2.2litre 160 motor and that you'll take delivery on August 25 - no luck there!) Fiat-based panel-van conversions will normally have SHORT-arm mirrors. Coachbuilt motorhomes usually have LONG-arm mirrors, even when their width is relatively narrow. The photo below is of a fairly narrow current-model Burstner coachbuilt motorhome and it is apparent that a) it has long-arm mirrors and b) how far they stick out. Occasionally MEDIUM-arm mirrors are fitted to Fiat-based coachbuilt designs (Moto Trek have done this) but it's relatively rare. A-class motorhomes have non-standard mirrors, but as you've asked about short/medium/long-arm mirrors I assume you are not getting a Fiat-based A--class Burstner. As far as I'm aware GENUINE "Mirror Guard" mirror protectors are only marketed through the manufacturer's website. https://www.mirrorguard.co.uk/shop/ A GOOGLE-search on motorhome mirror protectors will show that alternatives are widely available (Milenco, Seaflo, etc.) There's been plenty of mirror-protector discussion on the O&AL forum over the years. GOOGLE on "mirror guard" site:https://forums.outandaboutlive.co.uk so let's give the C&MC Club forum a chance https://www.caravanclub.co.uk/club-together/discussions/welcome-hobby-talk/caravan-motorhome-chat/mirror-protectors/?p=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adiebt Posted August 11, 2023 Author Share Posted August 11, 2023 The model is 2023 Burstner Lyseo TD736G Harmony Line many thanks for your reply . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Uzzell Posted August 11, 2023 Share Posted August 11, 2023 https://www.buerstner.com/gb/en/motorhomes/lyseo-td-harmony-line Long-arm mirrors - width is 2.30m (same as my Rapido's) but the mirrors will still stick out well beyond the 'body line'. I chose genuine "Mirror Guard" protectors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adiebt Posted August 11, 2023 Author Share Posted August 11, 2023 Many thanx Derek , guards ordered from ‘ Mirror Guard ‘ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Uzzell Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 The "Mirror Guard" protectors are very sturdy (I hit my Rapido's several times without causing damage to them) but you may want to consider my comments in this 2017 forum thread regarding how they are held in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adiebt Posted August 12, 2023 Author Share Posted August 12, 2023 What is sanitary sealant Derek ? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Globebuster1 Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 If you are concerned about the possibility of not having a tight fit between original mirror and aforesaid guard [and of course it's impossible to know once on] as Derek has suggested, it's best to apply a bit of sealant. Again, don't use a PU type sealant, you just need something to retain the guard rather than rely on it for attachment. [That's assuming the adhesive foam pads are touching the existing mirror casing] So, a cheap off the shelf silicone should do the job. Here's what I've done when installing - To stop the outer edge rubber trim surround 'binding' when pushing the guard on, lube up that up with a bit of soapy water, or silicone grease - that will invariably aid, and optimise a tight fit. Once you're happy that it's fitted correctly and nice and snug, poke your sealant nozzle between the rubber edge trim and original casing [in around10/15mm] and run a bead down - or just a couple of blobs in either side of the casing. It's enough to ensure they won't fall off - or get nicked, but easy enough to run a blade in to cut, should you need to remove. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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