Construction Photos

overhead view of electronics

back of the mirror, showing un-silvered spot, and mounting bracket for solenoid. the makeup mirror was donated by my Mom. the dimensions of the mirror yoke were made to match the mirror diameter

solenoid to mirror connection, with push pin as connector

I cut, bent, and drilled this small bracket from an aluminum pie pan

solenoid mounting plate with hinge. the long channel allows for vertical aiming of the mirror (with a bolt and wing nut)

an early alignment of solenoid, using clamp and spacers

side view of design in AutoDesk

mirror support yoke, brackets, and plate. the whole thing could be turned left and right for aiming

back view of design drawing. see sight card. the only dimensions that matter are matching the mirror diameter