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Tried them all but still can't decide
which mirrors to use. Any more ideas???????????
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
I have those on my truck. I turn them in, specifically for a reason. Had a couple of people get too close, once before I bought the truck. It can make a mess of the door in minor situations.
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
Man, like the Bonnie and Clyde death car
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
My K20 originally had the same mirrors as in your pic, but mine were painted. Several years ago I switched to similar style aftermarket stainless mirrors but never really cared for them due to vibration.
My truck's being painted and after much consideration, I decided on stainless DG4 mirrors like in the following pic (not my truck). I think they are the best compromise. Big enough to work well, small enough to look good. ![]()
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
I agree with Stocker. Not too big. Not too small. Minimal vibration.
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
What truck is this? It depends. Those camper mirrors are intended to be flipped inward unless using to tow or haul a wide camper. A lot of people don't get that are ride around with big dumbo ears hanging out ready to snag something when there is no need for them to be way out there. It's actually too far to give a good view...if you like to see a piece of your truck in the mirror like I do.
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
I got a set of the big camper mirrors like in post 1 on my shelf. I think they are original to the truck. One of them hit something pretty good and bent one of the supports. Probably why they aren't installed anymore. I'd REALLY like to get them installed again one day.
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
Thanks for all the help everyone and I am sorry to have wasted your time.
I had posted it as kind of a joke. I saw this truck at the swap meet and laughed out loud when I saw it had had 4 different mirrors bolted to it over the years. Once again thank you all for being so helpful.
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Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. ![]() RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377 |
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
Quote:
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
Ok, I get the humor now!
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
When people can't decide on mirrors, I always chime in with my own solution: chrome up a set of West Coast Seniors!
I do love how the one you posted looks to have had ALL the mirrors at one time or another!
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
Same bloke used to own a vespa.
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
This is my Dorky Cheapskate mirror. The PO had installed the Pep Boys POS Made In China units, the right one was totally useless. So I modified it, didn't have to drill new holes, didn't cost a penny.
But someday I will get proper mirrors, after y'all help me to decide too. ![]()
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
This is still a good thread, something new.
The Camper Special Full Size Mirrors do not vibrate. Only way to go better is getting a set done by Dave! |
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
Just imagined what it must be like at night having a car following you with their brights on!
YOW!
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Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. ![]() RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377 |
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
It is very funny and sad as that is how my doors look on mine.
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
When I bought my 71 in November it had after market 4 bolt camper style mirror. The doors were destroyed by people hitting the mirrors. I am going to replace doors, not worth the debt pulling and putty. Looking to find near factory reproduction. Would love to see more pictures of mirrors.
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
Post a photo so we all can enjoy.
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Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. ![]() RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377 |
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
Jerry, these threads will get you started:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=736199 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=608609
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
I went from the small rectangular to round (wish I’d have kept them) for the looks - but also glad about having the big back window for visibility.
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
I don't get any vibration with mine.
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
Sometimes a little at idle but once I get rolling it’s not very noticeable
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Re: Tried them all but still can't decide
I can't seem my self not running Camper Mirrors Even on a short bed fleet side. I keep telling people that I'm not a Body man. I rather have crazy stupid big Mirrors on my truck so I can keep from backing into something or changing lanes and smack someone and roll my truck. Them small stick mirrors that came on the trucks back in the day were fine for that time. Nowadays Too many people too many Car's. I'm a longevity kinda person. Everything I own and drive is still around after 10 years. How many of you can Claim that Prize? And I mean drive it almost every day for work an play.
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