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03-01-2015, 06:48 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
Runnells
, IA
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 29
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Bathroom mirror for short people
In our 2014 International, I can only see the top of my head in the lifting mirror on the upper cabinet unless I back up into the doorway. I'm 5'2"---on a good day. I'm guessing that I'm not the first short person to notice this issue. What's worked best for fixing the problem?
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03-01-2015, 07:01 PM
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Rivet Puller
2003 28' Safari S/O
Atlanta Burbs
, Georgia
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 2,052
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That's why there is a small shelf next to the toilet in older models. In your case, you might want to add a makeup mirror with double aided tape to the wall.
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03-01-2015, 07:14 PM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 12,813
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You could get a small bench and stand on it—plastic benches are easy to find in fine stores everywhere. Or wear 5" heels, or stand on the toilet.
Gene
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The Airstream is sold; a 2016 Nash 24M replaced it, and it is sold and replaced by a 2017 Thor ACE 27.2 motorhome.
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03-01-2015, 11:07 PM
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Rivet Master 
2011 34' Classic
Westchester Cty.NY
, / Miami FL
Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 3,122
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picture of the mirror? if it has a top hinge it might be able to be extended out to change the angle.
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03-02-2015, 08:01 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
2014 27' FB International
Avila Beach
, California
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 63
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We too have a 2014 International. Ours is a 27ft FB and my wife had the same problem. I regret having no pictures to send you but the "Dream" as we call her is currently in the shop for a minor remodel, however I can tell you how we fixed the problem.
In the shelf/tray-like area under the mirror I installed an additional mirror along with a very small strip mirror on the facia of the shelf. I secured both with a mirror track the glass shop sold me and used mirror adhesive. Buy the thickest mirror stock they have; ours for both pieces, the track and the adhesive cost about $80. I am told two-sided tape is better (amazing what you learn after-the-fact). You must counter-sink the screws that secure the self to the wall so the mirror is flush against the wall, if you don't it will likely break. Be sure (hindsight is 20/20) to leave at least a 1/2 inch gap at the bottom of the shelf's mirror so it can be placed in the track, and at least a 1/8 to a 1/4 inch on the ends of the same mirror. These gaps help "cushion" the flexing of the trailer and will save you from breakage. The facia mirror can be tight from top to bottom and on the sides as it does not rest against an interior wall. We only recently installed these, but have taken numerous trips over some pretty bad roads and so far so good. By the way, this addition looks really "bitchin" (sorry Mom'), and fellow Airstreamers who visit like the upgrade and always ask how they too can do the same.
There you have it, problem solved; good luck.
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03-02-2015, 09:23 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
2014 27' FB International
Arlington
, Virginia
Join Date: Feb 2012
Posts: 107
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Bathroom mirror for short people
I bought a good-quality rectangular mirror on a stand at IKEA ("TYSNES"mirror, $15) that we pull out for the kids (stored in one of the nightstands when traveling/storage). They like to look in a mirror when they brush their teeth. I'm thinking of installing a longer rectangular mirror inside one of the wardrobe doors eventually, but I haven't gotten over my no-drill hangup yet.
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03-03-2015, 03:12 PM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 12,813
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Actually my solution was to marry a woman who is 5'9". This not for everyone because there is a "short" supply of tall women and for those happy with altitude challenged wives, not a solution at all.
As for children who want to see themselves when the brush their teeth, I suggest teaching them where their teeth are. I don't look in the mirror and so far, at least, I have not stuck the teethbrush (it is for all your teeth, not one tooth), in my nose.
Is the reason pigs can't put lipstick on because they don't have mirrors or because they don't have lipstick?
I'm here to help.
Gene
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The Airstream is sold; a 2016 Nash 24M replaced it, and it is sold and replaced by a 2017 Thor ACE 27.2 motorhome.
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03-04-2015, 08:14 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
Runnells
, IA
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 29
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Thanks for your 'help'.
I grew up on a farm w/ many pigs. I can attest to the fact that we always had lipstick available for the sows---but not the boars! (If you've been following one of the Airstream FB pages, this will be more meaningful.)
So---I can only assume that the problem was with the mirrors.
Thanks for your help, Becky
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03-04-2015, 08:19 PM
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Site Team
1974 31' Sovereign
Ottawa
, ON
Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 11,219
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I have the exact opposite problem: I am 5' 17" tall, and I get a sore back from stooping when I try to shave in our TT.
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03-04-2015, 10:13 PM
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Rivet Master 
2007 22' International CCD
Corona
, California
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 9,182
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Understand. I'm 5 foot 12 inches tall and have similar issues. And yes, that is my official height according to my draft board.
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03-06-2015, 04:21 PM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
, Colorado
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 12,813
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Aage
I have the exact opposite problem: I am 5' 17" tall, and I get a sore back from stooping when I try to shave in our TT.
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If you think that's bad, what if you measured yourself in centimeters?
Gene
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The Airstream is sold; a 2016 Nash 24M replaced it, and it is sold and replaced by a 2017 Thor ACE 27.2 motorhome.
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03-07-2015, 08:01 PM
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Site Team
1974 31' Sovereign
Ottawa
, ON
Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 11,219
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Yes, you know the old saying, 'Give them 2.54 centimetres and they'll take 1.609 kilometres.'
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