Tall guys in the H3
 

I test drove an 08 Alpha today. While I really like it, I feel a long way away from the wheel and the wind shield....I also noticed, that I can't really look out the driver side window to check for traffic if the intersection is angled, I have to look through the back window lol...Anyone else experience this? Does it become a huge annoyance? BTW I'm 6'3"

I'm 6'2" and I'd say you get used to it if anything, although I still occasionally notice it after 3 years, especially after driving other vehicles. My wife's base model Accord has a telescoping wheel. Really wish the 3 had one. Those little blind spot mirrors really help me with checking the, uh, blind spots. Only other suggestion I have is to keep the reclining seat to a minimum.

the front pillar,big, and vertical creates a blind spot when turning left for me.
on my FIRST day,in 09 i bumped a post in a parking lot. i started the turn and the post was hidden by the pillar. as i moved while turning,it stayed hidden, till i smacked it with the tire,no damage.
im 6,2 and i keep trying to pull the wheel back 4-6 inches,no luck so far.

6'3" here. I have to agree with the big pillars, which is one reason why I don't add those window vent visors. I've gotten used to sitting closer to the steering wheel. Definitely get some good blind spot mirrors. I also added an aftermarket head-unit/backup camera shortly after accidentally backing into a nearly "invisible" honda civic.

Ya I probably should have tried to scoot my seat fwd a ways and see if it was still comfortable. I guess that just another excuse to go test drive it again! I did love the back up camera that is factory installed it popped out of the side of the mirror! I also think the turning radius is ridiculously good on these and makes parking and parallel parking a breeze, even if you can't see! Lol

I sit wiht the seat back almost vertical because of what you are talking about. I've found I actually like the seat very straight up like that. I also like that my head is in line with the pillar because I feel like I'm protected a little more in an accident.

Def have to look out the back door windows at city intersections but it really doesn't bother me much. If you are one of the first 2 cars at an intersection, seeing the traffic light can be quite difficult. A while back someone cut one of those RV stickers that increase the viewing area(the grooved ones) and stuck it to the top of the windshield near the visor. when the light changed the he could see the color in the sticker so he didn't have to crane his neck.

I work at a University and a back-up camera has saved my ass a number of times. They are very cheap these days if you find one that doesn't have one already.

I got no idea what you guys are talking about? I've been driving this Three for 5 years, with vent shades, and never had to look out a rear window at any intersection. I've leaned forward to get a better look out the front door windows sure enough, but that's about it.

I have no use for a back up camera either. :p

Driving a 3 is like driving a small dump truck, never needed a back up camera when I drove a quad axle either, they got mirrors.

i find myself NOT using the backup cam,just the mirror.
it was cool at first. still i like to see my long hitch,,whatsit? so i dont poke a hole in some little car hiding bak ere.

I haven't noticed a problem in my 09 T. At 6'5" yes I sometime lean and look out the window when backing up, but other than that I don't have a problem.

I'm sure clouds split and you drive in a little patch of sunshine everywhere too. :D

Well at 6'-6" I have to say I find myself looking out the back side window- but thats on any truck or car. I agree the backup cam is a great toy that I never use thats why I have mirrors. Now when the GF drives she use the cam- she has a hard time seeing over the spare and hasn't learned how to use mirrors for some reason. I do have to say I love the leg room in my 3.Haven't had to put my seat extender brackets on either. People sitting behind is a different story for leg room. lol.

Ya I'm amazed with how big the H3 feels inside compared to the H2. I'm going to drive it again later this week and see if I can take it overnight to see if it will fit my needs.

I thought this was funny haha the H3 is the first rig I've been in that I didn't have to scoot the seat ALLLLL the way back!:D

Out of curiosity how do you fellas see everything behind you with mirrors? Say for example a 3 1/2' tall kid standing directly behind it?

I really just want to hear stories about how exceptional vision or driving techniques overcomes physics and allows one to see around a corner or though a door.

Backup Alarm
 

If you're worried about people standing behind you when you're backing up, get this: Wolo Backup Alarm
Personally, I just backup slowly and keep my eyes and ears open.

"Go til you hear glass break"

"keep goin til it sounds expensive"


Personally I love the backup camera. I had one on my 06 silverado and I towed a trailer every day. Made hooking up a fast and easy one man job. Plus it is much safer. I wouldn't use it solely to back up, but just to verify your clear and to line up to a trailer. I was actually thinking about putting one on the front grill too..

Hey Hummerup- its all the way back. I just haven't had to add my slider plates so that the seat goes back an extra 3"-4". Only other car I have owned is a Honda CRX or the Acura Intgrea. I know sounds stupid but that CRX had the most leg room of any car or truck I have ever owned.

Widespread as for the the 3-1/2' tall person behind the truck when backing up I look at what is going on around me before I get in the truck to start. I have always had to us mirrors to back up either because of pulling a trailer or tailgates being super high. It has nothing more to do then that was the way I was taught-my dad was a truck driver training instructor and head of damage prevention for a large auto hauling company before he retired. Its no different then when I have to drive my F250 Super Duty that I cant see crap out of that stupid truck.Between the Ladder rack and the tall tailgate. Thank goodness thats the work truck. I really hate that truck(wish it was a GM) but its great for my business use and needs- that and I got a great deal on it :D.

Hey, you have a 6ft 5in Hummer H3 owner here. No problems once you get used to driving it. Sure, the windows are a little small but no problem.