Abstract:
A quickly installed and quickly removable tubular mounting bracket that supports a side view mirror and is connected at a minimum to the upper hinge structure remaining on the side of the vehicle after the door is removed. On two-door 4×4 off road vehicles commonly referred to as JEEP, two hinge members remain after a door is removed, one above the other and set at a spaced-apart distance from one another, and the present invention can be manufactured to engage one or both of them. The mounting bracket herein further has an angle that follows the angle of the windshield for aesthetic, practical, and aerodynamic purposes, with the mounting of the brackets used for securing driver and passenger mirrors to the vehicle without doors being slightly different from one another to provide optimum driver visibility.

Description:
CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS 
   The subject matter of the instant patent application has previously been disclosed in two Document Disclosures filed with the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office by the same inventor herein on Jun. 1, 2004, which have assigned Serial Numbers respectively of 554222 and 554223. Since the two Document Disclosures have been on record in the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office for a time period of less than two years, all benefit thereof is herein requested. 
   BACKGROUND 
   1. Field of the Invention 
   This invention relates to a means of mounting side view mirrors on a motor vehicle in the absence of its doors, specifically to a quickly installed and quickly removable tubular bracket that supports a side view mirror and is connected at a minimum to the upper hinge structure remaining on the side of the vehicle after the door is removed. On two-door 4×4 off road vehicles commonly referred to as JEEP, two hinge members remain after a door is removed, one above the other and set at a spaced-apart distance from one another, and different embodiments of the present invention can be made to engage one or both of them. The mounting bracket herein further has a central angle that follows the angle of the windshield for aesthetic, practical, and aerodynamic purposes, with the brackets used for securing driver and passenger mirrors to the vehicle without doors being slightly different in configuration from one another to provide optimum driver visibility. In addition, or in the alternative, the present invention may also be used for the attachment of other devices to a motor vehicle when its doors are removed, such as but not limited to a step or foothold, light, reflector, and/or other safety devices. 
   2. Description of the Related Art 
   In vehicles that have removable doors, such as a JEEP, the side view mirrors used for enhanced driver visibility are typically mounted to the doors. Thus, when the doors are removed, a driver must make other accommodations to achieve optimum visibility around the vehicle while it is being driven. One means for making side view mirrors available for driver use in the absence of vehicle doors is to fasten them with something inserted through the longitudinal bore of the door hinge structure remaining on the vehicle. However, such an attachment means is weak, and during off-road adventures can result in the loss of the mirror. In contrast, the present invention tubular structure slides over the hinge and is fastened directly to it, giving it a more sturdy connection to the vehicle. Also, when the present invention is manufactured to have a longer tubular mounting bracket structure, the vertical portion of the mounting bracket structure located below the upper door hinge functions to reduce the scratching of paint on the side of the vehicle to which it is attached from repeated contact with branches, brush, and other natural materials encountered during off-road excursions. However, as an option, a separate brush guard accessory can be attached to the elongated portion of the tubular mounting bracket structure for even more protection of the vehicle paint from off-road contact. 
   The invention thought to be most closely related to the present invention is that disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,818,088 to Sacknoff (1989). However, the Sacknoff device engages a different hinge than is used by the present invention, and the Sacknoff invention also uses a different portion of the hinge for its connection. Instead of the sliding manner in which the present invention tubular bracket covers the remaining tubular portion of the door hinge structure still attached to the vehicle after its doors are removed, the distal end of the Sacknoff invention is secured by fasteners to the associated flat portion of one of the hinges on the hood of the vehicle used to lower the front windshield. No other apparatus or method is known that functions in the same manner as the present invention or provides all of its advantages. 
   BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
   It is the primary object of this invention to provide a side view mirror mounting bracket that is sturdy in construction, has a sturdy connection to the supporting vehicle when in its position of use, and is easily and rapidly installed and removed. It is also an object of this invention to provide a side view mirror mounting bracket structure that is not likely to scratch the paint of the vehicle during its attachment or removal, or during its use. A further object of this invention is to provide a side view mirror mounting bracket structure that has a uniform and aesthetically appealing look with the vehicle to which it is attached. It is also an object of this invention to provide a side view mirror mounting bracket structure that can be easily connected upside down relative to the vehicle for rock climbing applications, such as but not limited to monitoring the amount of clearance under the vehicle. It is a further object of this invention to provide a side view mirror mounting bracket structure that has durable construction and requires little refurbishment between uses. A further object of this invention is to provide a side view mirror mounting bracket structure that can be used to mount devices other than mirrors to a motor vehicle after its doors have been removed. 
   The present invention, when properly made and used, will provide a means for sturdily mounting side view mirrors to a motor vehicle after its doors have been removed, and wherein the original side view mirrors had been mounted to the doors. It comprises a tubular mounting bracket that is centrally angled to follow the rearwardly inclined line of the motor vehicle&#39;s windshield, with the passenger side bracket having a slightly different configuration from the driver side bracket to optimize driver visibility. Each present invention mounting bracket has an open-ended slot in its proximal end and a mirror connected to its distal end. Preferably also, but not critical, each present invention mounting bracket has an end cap secured to its distal end to seal its interior surfaces from exposure rain and other weathering elements, and a scratch-resistant coating on its proximal end and/or any other part of it expected to come into contact with the vehicle&#39;s paint during installation, removal, and/or use. To install and remove a present invention mounting bracket, one would first remove the doors of the targeted motor vehicle. Then, to install one of the mounting brackets in its typical position of use, a set screw or screws attached to the bracket would be loosened and the slotted end of the bracket would be allowed to slide over the portion of the door hinge body remaining attached to the vehicle adjacent to the door opening. If the mounting bracket is sufficiently elongated to cover both of the door hinges remaining on the vehicle, a second slot with a closed configuration is used for sliding a contemplated central portion of the mounting bracket over the upper door hinge body, with the slotted proximal end simultaneously sliding downwardly over the lower one of the door hinge bodies so that the elongated tubular mounting bracket is firmly attached to both available door hinge bodies on the motor vehicle. Once the tubular mounting bracket or elongated tubular mounting bracket is securely positioned over the hinge body or bodies and in its usable position, the set screw or screws would be tightened. Installation is the same for both sides of the vehicle. For removal, the process is reversed. The set screw or screws are loosened. The short or elongated tubular mounting bracket is then caused to slide upwardly to uncover the door hinge bodies secured to the vehicle adjacent to the vehicle&#39;s door opening, after which the vehicle&#39;s doors can be replaced. Although the most preferred embodiment of the shortened tubular mounting bracket of the present invention has a length dimension that is approximately twelve inches and a circular cross-sectional configuration, it is contemplated for the length and cross-sectional configurations of other preferred embodiments of the present invention mounting brackets to be different. Upside down mounting of the present invention brackets is also possible, such as when there is a need to monitor clearance under the motor vehicle to which it is attached, and the present invention device can be used to mount brush guards, lights, steps or footholds, reflectors, and/or other safety-related devices to a motor vehicle after its doors are removed. 
   The description herein provides preferred embodiments of the present invention but should not be construed as limiting its scope. For example, variations in the type of material used for the tubular mounting bracket structure; the length dimension and cross-sectional configurations of the tubular mounting bracket structure; the angle at which the tubular mounting bracket structure is bent; the sizes of the holes through the tubular mounting bracket structure; the size and configuration of the mirror attached to the distal end of the tubular mounting bracket structure; the type and number fasteners used to secure the tubular mounting bracket structure to the remaining door hinge, if any; and the type, length dimension, and thickness dimension of the non-scratch coating used on the proximal end of the tubular mounting bracket structure, other than those shown and described herein, may be incorporated into the present invention. Thus the scope of the present invention should be determined by the appended claims and their legal equivalents, rather than being limited to the examples given. 

   
     BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       FIG. 1  is a side view of a first preferred embodiment of the present invention attached to a vehicle after its doors are removed. 
       FIG. 2  is a side view of the first preferred embodiment of the present invention used for the passenger side of the vehicle. 
       FIG. 3  is a side view of the most preferred embodiment of the present invention used for the driver&#39;s side of the vehicle. 
       FIG. 4  is a side view of a second preferred embodiment of the present invention in its usual position of use and having an extended length that allows sliding connection over the two spaced-apart hinge bodies that remain on the side of a vehicle after its doors are removed. 
       FIG. 5  is a back view of the second preferred embodiment of the present invention with two areas of connection to the hinge bodies on the vehicle. 
       FIG. 6  is a perspective view of the end cap used with preferred embodiment mounting brackets of the present invention. 
       FIG. 7  is a hole plug optionally usable with the preferred embodiment mounting brackets of the present invention. 
       FIG. 8  is a side view of a third preferred embodiment of the present invention in its usual position of use and having an extended length that allows sliding connection over the two spaced-apart hinge bodies that remain on the side of a vehicle after its doors are removed, and which also has a brush guard. 
       FIG. 9  is a perspective view of the distal end of a tubular mounting bracket. 
       FIG. 10  is a perspective view of an elongated tubular mounting bracket aligned with exposed door hinges prior to installation. 
   

   DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS 
     FIGS. 1-8  show three preferred embodiments of the present invention and optional accessories employed to enhance its use.  FIGS. 1-3  show a first preferred embodiment  2  of the present invention having a short tubular mounting bracket  8  with a distal end  38  and a proximal end  40 , while  FIGS. 4-5  shows a second preferred embodiment  24  of the present invention having an elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  with an elongated proximal end  40  that slides over and covers two vertically spaced-apart door hinges  14  on vehicle  4 . In addition,  FIG. 6  shows an end cap  16  for sealing the top of the distal end  38  of tubular mounting bracket  8 ,  FIG. 7  shows a plug  30  with an internally threaded bore  32  that is employed to expand within a second open mirror mounting hole  20  after a first fastening means  9  in the form of either a hex headed bolt, a machine threaded screw (Phillips, slotted, or Allen tipped hole), or similar fastener has passed through the open distal end  38 , been inserted through a first open mirror mounting hole  20 , a tool has tightened the first fastening means  9  to the internally threaded post  7  on an accessory, such as a mirror  6 , and then the tool has been removed so as to leave the second open mirror mounting hole  20  exposed (see  FIG. 9 ). In simple terms, the plug  30  expands in the exposed unused mirror mounting hole  20  so as to prevent unwanted items from entering into the interior of the tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 . and  FIG. 8  shows a third preferred embodiment  42  of the present invention having a brush guard  36 , which can also be configured to include a foothold or step, such as but not limited to the configuration illustrated by the bottommost connecting member  34 . In the ensuing disclosure, the word ‘bracket’ may be interpreted as singular or plural according to the context in which it is used, with the reverse being true for use of the word ‘brackets’. 
     FIG. 1  shows a side view mirror  6  secured to the distal end  38  of a short tubular mounting bracket  8 , with its proximal end  40  being secured over the remaining portion of a door hinge body  14  on a vehicle  4  after its doors (not shown) have been removed. Although the door hinge body  14  supporting proximal end  40  is hidden from view in  FIG. 1 , it is similar to the door hinge body  14  visible directly below it. One screw  12  is shown positioned through proximal end  40  to secure it to the door hinge body  14  on vehicle  4 . It is preferred that the tip of screw  12  be coated with a non-scratch material  10  so that it removes no paint from the surface of door hinge body  14  when it is tightened within the threaded bracket mounting hole  22  shown in  FIGS. 2 and 3 . Although one screw  12  has been found to be sufficient for a strong connection between tubular mounting bracket  8  and door body hinge  14 , the number of screws  12  used is not critical and it is also contemplated for proximal end  40  to have more than one threaded bracket mounting hole  22  for connection of tubular mounting bracket  8  to door body hinge  14 . In addition,  FIG. 1  shows a non-scratch coating  10  on the proximal end  40  of tubular mounting bracket  8 , so that it will also remove no paint from the surface of door hinge body  14  when it is caused to slide over door hinge body  14  during the repeated connection and removal of tubular mounting bracket  8  to/from vehicle  4 . Although not shown in  FIG. 1 , but visible in  FIGS. 2 and 3 , an open-ended slot  18  permits the downward sliding of proximal end  40  over door hinge body  14 . The amount of non-scratch material  10  used can also be more or less than is shown in  FIG. 1 . Also, although not strictly limited thereto, it is anticipated for tubular mounting bracket  8  to have an angled configuration that allows distal end  38  to follow the rearward slope of vehicle&#39;s  4  front windshield. Typically, although not limited thereto and only used to provide an example herein, should tubular mounting bracket  8  be made from one-inch diameter, 16-gauge, buffed and polished stainless steel, the length of shortened tubular mounting bracket  8  would be approximately twelve inches, it would have an approximately thirty-two degree centrally located angle or bend, mirror mounting hole  20  through both sides of distal end  38  would be approximately five-sixteenths of an inch in diameter, slot  18  would have length and width dimensions respectively of approximately one-and-one-half inches and approximately one-half of an inch, and the threaded bracket mounting hole  22  would be aligned with slot  18  and approximately one-fourth inches in diameter.  FIG. 1  further shows an optional end cap  16  positioned within the distal end  38  of tubular mounting bracket  8  to seal it against weathering elements. While  FIG. 1  shows a configuration and proportional size of mirror  6  that works well with tubular mounting bracket  8 , mirrors having other size dimensions and configurations can also be used. Although the length of tubular mounting bracket  8  can have longer or shorter dimensions than are shown in  FIG. 1 , unless design considerations dictate a longer dimension, cost considerations would generally make the length dimension of tubular mounting bracket  8  the minimum amount necessary for it to effectively perform its intended function. 
     FIGS. 2 and 3  respectively show the shortened tubular mounting brackets  8  used for the passenger side and the driver&#39;s side of vehicle  4 . The distal end  38  of the passenger side tubular mounting bracket  8  is shown in  FIG. 2  to be slightly longer than the distal end  38  of the driver&#39;s side tubular mounting bracket  8  shown in  FIG. 3 , to allow its attached mirror  6  (shown in  FIG. 1 ) to be visible by a driver (not shown) sitting on the opposite side of vehicle  4 . An end cap  16  is shown secured within the distal end of both tubular mounting bracket  8 , and the tubular mounting brackets  8  shown in  FIGS. 2 and 3  each have a coating of non-scratch material on its proximal end  40  to prevent the removal of paint from door hinge body  14  as tubular mounting bracket  8  is caused to slide over door hinge body  14  during the placement of tubular mounting bracket  8  into its usable position.  FIGS. 2 and 3  also show the tubular mounting brackets  8  each having a mirror mounting hole  20  through its distal end  38 , a slot  18  through its proximal end  40 , and a bracket mounting hole  22  aligned with slot  18  and through the opposed portion of proximal end  40 . Although a circular cross-sectional configuration is shown in  FIGS. 1-3  for tubular mounting bracket  8 , other cross-sectional configurations are also contemplated, such as but not limited to rectangular or octagonal, if they are dimensioned and otherwise configured to closely cover door hinge body  14  without allowing much room for movement or vibration therebetween once tubular mounting bracket  8  fixed in its usable position over door hinge body  14 . As previously mentioned, tubular mounting bracket  8  can have many cross-sectional configurations and dimensions, such as but not limited to a one-inch or two-inch diameter dimension. However, selection of materials for tubular mounting bracket  8  would be based mainly upon aesthetic and cost considerations, with standard sizes of materials often being used to reduce the cost of manufacture. The sizes and number of mirror mounting holes  20  and bracket mounting holes  22  are not critical, and they also may be moved in position from the locations shown in  FIGS. 2 and 3 . In addition, the materials used for tubular mounting bracket  8  can include but are not limited to steel, aluminum, and sturdy UV-resistant plastic. 
     FIGS. 4 and 5  show a second preferred embodiment  24  of the present invention having an elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  with a proximal end  40  that is longer than that shown in  FIG. 1 , so that it covers both door-hinge bodies  14  and uses both for its support.  FIG. 4  shows a side view mirror  6  secured to the distal end  38  of elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , an end cap  16  in the top of distal end  38  to seal the interior of elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  from weathering elements, and the proximal end  40  of second preferred embodiment  24  being secured with two screws  12  to upper and lower door hinge bodies  14  on a vehicle  4  after its doors (not shown) have been removed. Although one screw  12  is shown inserted through each area of non-scratch material  10 , more than one screw  12  can be used to provide a strong connection between elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  and door body hinge  14 , if required by an application. The location of screws  12  can also be different from that shown in  FIG. 4 . It is preferred that the tip of screw  12  be coated with a non-scratch material  10  so that it removes no paint from the surface of door hinge body  14  when it comes in contact with it. The two areas of non-scratch coating  10  on the proximal end  40  of elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , are also provided so that it will also remove no paint from the surface of door hinge body  14  when it is caused to slide over door hinge body  14  during the repeated connection and removal of elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  to/from vehicle  4 . As shown in  FIG. 5 , a keyhole slot  28  and an open-ended slot  18  together permit the downward sliding of proximal end  40  over the two spaced-apart door hinge bodies  14  on vehicle  4 . The amount of non-scratch material  10  used can also be more or less than is shown in  FIGS. 4 and 5 . Also, although not strictly limited to the specific configuration shown in  FIGS. 4 and 5 , it is anticipated and preferred for elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  to have a centrally angled or bent design that allows its distal end  38  to closely follow the rearward slope of vehicle&#39;s  4  front windshield. An approximate bend of thirty-two degrees is generally contemplated for elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , although not strictly limited thereto. While  FIG. 4  shows a configuration and proportional size of mirror  6  that works well with elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , mirrors having other size dimensions and configurations can also be used. Further, the length of elongated tubular mounting bracket can be longer or shorter than shown in  FIG. 4 . 
     FIGS. 6 and 7  show enlarged views of an optional end cap  16  for use in the top portion of the distal end  38  of tubular mounting bracket  8  and of a proposed configuration for a hole plug with internally threaded bore  32  that could be used with mirror mounting hole  20  to strengthen the connection between tubular mounting bracket  8  and mirror  6 , as well as cover the hole needed to secure mirror  6  in place. The configurations of end cap  16  and hole plug  30  can be different from that shown as long as they still allow end cap  16  and hole plug  30  to fulfill their intended functions. Also, end cap  16  can be made from rigid or resilient materials, with the connection to tubular mounting bracket  8  via snap-fit or other connection. Further, end cap  16  can be removably or permanently installed in the top portion of distal end  38 . If any end cap  16  is used to seal the bottom portion of proximal end  40 , it would require proximal end  40  to extend somewhat beyond door hinge body  14  and remain removable from tubular mounting bracket  8  so that it can be easily uninstalled when doors are again needed on vehicle  4 . It is generally contemplated for hole plug  30  to remain removable from tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , so that a replacement mirror  6  can be easily secured to distal end  38  when required. 
     FIG. 8  shows a third embodiment  42  of the present invention having an elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  with a distal end  38  that is centrally angled to follow the rearward incline of the windshield of vehicle  4 , an end cap  16  sealing the top of distal end  38 , an elongated proximal end  40 , and two coated areas of non-scratch material  10  spaced apart a sufficient amount to align with the door hinge bodies  14  remaining on vehicle  4  after its doors (not shown) are removed. Although not limited thereto, the angle in distal end  38  is determined according to aesthetic, aerodynamic, and/or safety related purposes. The amount of non-scratch material  10  used can also be more or less than is shown in  FIG. 8 . As in  FIG. 5 ,  FIG. 8  shows a central keyhole slot  28  and a bottom edge open-ended slot  18  that together permit the downward sliding of proximal end over the two spaced-apart door hinge bodies  14  on vehicle  4 . One mirror mounting hole  20  is shown through distal end  38 , while two bracket mounting holes  22  are shown in the coated areas having non-scratch material  10 . One of the two bracket mounting holes  22  is also aligned with keyhole slot  28 , with the other bracket mounting hole  22  being aligned with open slot  18 . In addition,  FIG. 8  shows a brush guard  36  attached by upper and lower connecting pieces  34  to elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 . Although brush guard  36  could also have an arcuate or arcu-linear configuration, as needed for specific applications, a substantially unbent brush guard is shown. Further, although  FIG. 8  shows two connecting pieces  34  attached to elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  in the coated areas having non-scratch material  10 , more or less than the two connecting pieces  34  shown can be used to secure brush guard  36  to elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , and connecting pieces  34  can be joined/secured to elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  anywhere along its length that is convenient, and not just in the coated areas having non-scratch material  10 . Also, although not shown in  FIG. 8  and not critical, an end cap can be secured in one or both ends of brush guard  36 . Additionally, since  FIG. 8  is merely one representation of how a brush guard  36  can be connected to elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , the relative length and width proportions of elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  and brush guard  36  can vary from that shown in  FIG. 8 . Should connecting pieces  34  be sufficiently large, the bottom connecting piece  34  could be used as a foothold or step. However, in the alternative, although not shown, a separate and perhaps removable foothold or step could be affixed or otherwise secured to elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , brush guard  36 , and/or one or more connecting pieces  34 . In the same manner, although not shown, safety reflectors, lights, mirrors, and other accessories adaptable to off-road excursions can be added to vehicle  4  via connection to elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , brush guard  36 , and/or one or more connecting pieces Further, although not shown, safety reflector strips may be adhered to elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , brush guard  36 , and/or connecting piece  34 , as needed. Also, for visibility under vehicle  4  when needed, one or both elongated tubular mounting brackets  26  may be secured to door hinge bodies  14  in an inverted orientation to employ mirror  6  in that capacity. 
   To manufacture the preferred embodiments of the present invention, one would cut tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  to the needed length. Preferably, a milling machine or a stamp press mill (not shown) would be used to form open slot  18 . Keyhole slot  28  would also be made, if needed, in the area where it could engage the upper door hinge body  14 . After rotating tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  one-hundred-eighty degrees, a bracket mounting hole  22  would be drilled in alignment with each open slot  18  and keyhole slot  28  present. The bracket mounting hole  22  aligned with open slot  18  is preferably drilled approximately three-fourths of an inch from the bottom of proximal end  40 . Threads would then be tapped into hole  22 . Mirror mounting holes  20  are then drilled through both sides of distal end  38  and made approximately three-fourths of an inch from the top of distal end  38 . Tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  is then bent or angled approximately five inches from the open end of open slot  18 . The preferred angle used is approximately thirty-two degrees. An end cap  16  can be placed within the top of distal end  38  to seal it, and a hole plug  30  colored and textured to blend in with the outer surface of tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  is then used to fill in the second hole  20  in distal end, after mirror  6  was tightened in place with a conventional bolt and nut (not shown). Without the second hole  20 , there would be no easy way in which to install or exchange mirror  6 . The above process is then repeated in mirror image to mount a mirror  6  on the other side of vehicle  4 . Preferably end cap  16  and hole plug  30  are maintained in removable engagement with tubular mounting bracket  8  and elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  so that mirror  6  can be replaced, if needed. A threaded set screw having a tip coated with non-scratch material  10 , such as but not limited to a screw with a one-fourth of an inch diameter and a nylon tip, is then partially threaded into bracket mounting hole  22 . Also, the proximal end  40  of tubular mounting bracket  8  and elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , as well as any other portions intended to come into contact with the paint on vehicle  4 , will be coated with non-scratch material  10 , such as but not limited to a plastic dip which must be allowed to dry prior to use in any application. 
   To install and remove tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket from a vehicle  4 , one would first remove its doors (not shown) by lifting it off of its hinges. Screw or screws  12  would then be sufficiently loosened to allow open-ended slot  18  to slide over the tubular portion of a door hinge body  14  remaining on vehicle  4 . For elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , one must also make certain that the upper door hinge body  14  engages successfully with keyhole slot  28 . Thereafter, once tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  is in its usable position, screw or screws  12  are tightened to secure it in place, with screw  12  being made from non-scratch material  10  or having non-scratch material on the tip of screw  12  to prevent the scratching of any paint on door hinge body  14  during present invention use. Installation is the same on both sides, whereafter mirrors  6  are adjusted for maximum driver visibility. To remove tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket  26 , one would first loosen screw or screws  12 , and then slide tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  in an upward direction until tubular mounting bracket  8  or elongated tubular mounting bracket  26  is no longer engaged with door hinge body or bodies  14 . Afterwards, the doors of vehicle  4  could be reinstalled.