mounting sunvisor on my Brb - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

kikkegek · 09-10-2011, 01:41 PM

Hi guys,

I bought a second hand sunvisor for my '86 Burb. No instructions nor mounting material.

I need some pics and advise on how to mount this baby?

maybe some close up pics of how it is mounted with you guys?

any help is welcome.

thanks!

RandyP · 09-10-2011, 02:06 PM

Line it up where you want it, mark the holes, drill a pilot hole, run big ass sheet metal screws through it to hold it in place. Be sure to dress the holes with something to give you half a chance to avoid rust and leaks, probably won't help though.

kikkegek · 09-11-2011, 07:53 AM

here are some pics:

njlimbaugh · 09-11-2011, 09:56 AM

My comment on sunvisors: If you do a lot of high-speed highway driving, they'll knock your gas mileage down. In the early 50's Motor Trend road tested an early Olds sedan. Top speed dropped about 5 MPH with the visor on. You can guess what that did to gas mileage. Just something to think about.

mooseknuckles · 09-11-2011, 10:50 AM

I though installing a sunvisor was illegal?...or at least it should be....lol.

kikkegek · 09-11-2011, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by njlimbaugh

My comment on sunvisors: If you do a lot of high-speed highway driving, they'll knock your gas mileage down. In the early 50's Motor Trend road tested an early Olds sedan. Top speed dropped about 5 MPH with the visor on. You can guess what that did to gas mileage. Just something to think about.

thanks for the heads up...but gasmileage is a b1tch already on these squares...so a sunvisor it will be...now just gotta find a way to mount it...or not...

Altec · 09-11-2011, 04:01 PM

Here are a few pictures of my LUND. I can try to figure out some measurements from common points if you'd like.

Don't know why people have sore butts about visors... I've had a bunch of people trying to talk me out of one on my Shortbread...

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Biggest thing to watch for is proper sealing on the screws. If you do it right, you won't have any leaking... The surface rust you see on roof is from a poor paint job, and 15+ years of abuse, and weather. Under the visor is the only spots without rust.

I suggest using stainless hardware. Keeps that bleeding from happening around the caps. Granted, if you washed your truck, that probably wouldn't happen. Haha.

tucsonjwt · 09-11-2011, 04:34 PM

I would check the rv supply websites for screws and compatible caps. These are usually used for interior of RVs, but since they are plastic I don't see why they won't work on the exterior. I would still seal the heads of the screws with silicone just prior to installation of caps to help secure the caps to the screw heads in the wind.

tucsonjwt · 09-11-2011, 04:36 PM

Also check cabinet/woodworking supply stores for many styles of caps and matching screws.

mtjasper · 09-11-2011, 04:32 PM

Where are you guys finding these? I'm having no luck at all tracking one down.
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kikkegek · 09-11-2011, 04:36 PM

he Altec,

thanks for the nice pics.

I am sending mine back to the seller. It is a bad replica that does not fit my car well enough...

I'll look for another one over here in de Netherlands.

thanks guys

Altec · 09-11-2011, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by kikkegek

he Altec,

thanks for the nice pics.

I am sending mine back to the seller. It is a bad replica that does not fit my car well enough...

I'll look for another one over here in de Netherlands.

thanks guys

No problem, and sorry to hear. I thought the fit on yours looked quite different, but mine is also over 15 years old. Things could change, I guess.

Anyone looking for one, I'd try contacting LUND about dealers. Either local, or mail order.

motornut · 09-12-2011, 09:38 AM

this is one i picked up used here a while back
after seeing the chunk of rust still attached to it.....i was wondering about using it
and now i've seen a few and i still don't know,but like the look

**N2TRUX** · 09-12-2011, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by motornut

..... now i've seen a few and i still don't know,but like the look

Its a matter of personal preference. They are definitively one of those items that are subjective in styling. Even if I did like the looks, I would have a hard time bringing myself to drilling all those holes in my roof.

motornut · 09-12-2011, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Its a matter of personal preference. They are definitively one of those items that are subjective in styling. Even if I did like the looks, I would have a hard time bringing myself to drilling all those holes in my roof.

yup thats whats stopping me

kikkegek · 09-12-2011, 02:31 PM

go for it! I think they look sick...

GmtGmt · 09-12-2011, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by kikkegek

go for it! I think they look sick...

same here also roll bars with KC daylighters and bull bars

but i feel the same way about when someone hacks a frame to lower it

**N2TRUX** · 09-12-2011, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by GmtGmt

....
but i feel the same way about when someone hacks a frame to lower it

yeah, I feel really bad that I "hacked" my frame.....

C25 Farm Truck · 09-13-2011, 12:51 AM

To each his own. Some like trucks lifted, some like them slammed. Some like rollpans, some like visors. I kind of like them, but I'm a long way from drilling into the roof to install one on mine.

As for buying one, has anyone tried to buy a visor from Canuck Industries?

Here's their website: http://www.canuckindustries.com/cana...roducts_id=239

They look good, even sell lighted ones, but I know nothing about this company. It might be worth looking into, since I think Lund has given up on the visors.

motornut · 09-13-2011, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by C25 Farm Truck

To each his own. Some like trucks lifted, some like them slammed. Some like rollpans, some like visors. I kind of like them, but I'm a long way from drilling into the roof to install one on mine.

As for buying one, has anyone tried to buy a visor from Canuck Industries?

Here's their website: http://www.canuckindustries.com/cana...roducts_id=239

They look good, even sell lighted ones, but I know nothing about this company. It might be worth looking into, since I think Lund has given up on the visors.

thats what mine is,i've got some clearance markers to put up when i put my sunroof goes in ,lol to afraid to drill it but not afraid to cut it

Edahall · 09-13-2011, 08:57 AM

Has anyone tried epoxying a sun visor on?

kikkegek · 09-17-2011, 07:26 AM

OK, ordered a new one, also replica, but this one looks a lot better...they told me to glue the sunvisor an maybe just bolt it to the "metal part by the side of the window (whats the name for that? I am dutch)...hahaha..

anybody ever considered glueing? since it will save you from drilling the roof...

they told me to use this glue:

sikaflex
or
bison poly max

motornut · 09-17-2011, 08:13 AM

never tried glueing,
what about fiberglassing it(it might be made of it, mine is)
you would have to remove the paint to the metal ,to"bond" then no?
heck screw it, if it leaks bond it lol

kikkegek · 10-01-2011, 01:45 PM

done!

used 4.2x16 RVS screws with Bison Poly Max

jayman68 · 11-14-2012, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by kikkegek

done!

used 4.2x16 RVS screws with Bison Poly Max

Looks great! Good job.

09-10-2011, 01:41 PM	#1
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,518	mounting sunvisor on my Brb Hi guys, I bought a second hand sunvisor for my '86 Burb. No instructions nor mounting material. I need some pics and advise on how to mount this baby? maybe some close up pics of how it is mounted with you guys? any help is welcome. thanks! __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

09-10-2011, 02:06 PM	#2
RandyP Getting Old; Going Broke Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Owasso OK Posts: 2,764	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb Line it up where you want it, mark the holes, drill a pilot hole, run big ass sheet metal screws through it to hold it in place. Be sure to dress the holes with something to give you half a chance to avoid rust and leaks, probably won't help though. __________________ *Why is every used 350 sbc out of a corvette?* There's only two things that excite a man, expensive toys and real expensive toys. *VEGETARIAN: That's an old Indian word meaning "I don't hunt so good."* When the going gets tough, switch to power tools.

09-11-2011, 07:53 AM	#3
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,518	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb here are some pics: __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

09-11-2011, 09:56 AM	#4
njlimbaugh Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: LaFayette GA Posts: 111	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb My comment on sunvisors: If you do a lot of high-speed highway driving, they'll knock your gas mileage down. In the early 50's Motor Trend road tested an early Olds sedan. Top speed dropped about 5 MPH with the visor on. You can guess what that did to gas mileage. Just something to think about.

09-11-2011, 10:50 AM	#5
mooseknuckles Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ottawa,canada Posts: 4,550	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb I though installing a sunvisor was illegal?...or at least it should be....lol. __________________ my build threads '86 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415628 '67 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635078 '63 GMC http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=674682

09-11-2011, 04:34 PM	#8
tucsonjwt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,188	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb I would check the rv supply websites for screws and compatible caps. These are usually used for interior of RVs, but since they are plastic I don't see why they won't work on the exterior. I would still seal the heads of the screws with silicone just prior to installation of caps to help secure the caps to the screw heads in the wind.

09-11-2011, 04:36 PM	#9
tucsonjwt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,188	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb Also check cabinet/woodworking supply stores for many styles of caps and matching screws.

09-11-2011, 04:32 PM	#10
mtjasper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern Kentucky Posts: 22	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb Where are you guys finding these? I'm having no luck at all tracking one down. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Mt Jasper 1998 GMC Suburban 2500 4x4~6.5 1987 Chevy K10 RCLB 4x4~6.2 81,000 Original Miles 1982 Chevy K10 RCLB 4x4~6.2 1983 Chevy C10 RCLB 2x4~6.2 1 Million Miles FERN MEADOWS REGISTERED SIMMENTAL CATTLE

09-11-2011, 04:36 PM	#11
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,518	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb he Altec, thanks for the nice pics. I am sending mine back to the seller. It is a bad replica that does not fit my car well enough... I'll look for another one over here in de Netherlands. thanks guys __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

09-12-2011, 09:38 AM	#13
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb this is one i picked up used here a while back after seeing the chunk of rust still attached to it.....i was wondering about using it and now i've seen a few and i still don't know,but like the look Attached Images __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350

09-12-2011, 02:31 PM	#16
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,518	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb go for it! I think they look sick... __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

09-13-2011, 12:51 AM	#19
C25 Farm Truck Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Maydelle, TX Posts: 19	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb To each his own. Some like trucks lifted, some like them slammed. Some like rollpans, some like visors. I kind of like them, but I'm a long way from drilling into the roof to install one on mine. As for buying one, has anyone tried to buy a visor from Canuck Industries? Here's their website: http://www.canuckindustries.com/cana...roducts_id=239 They look good, even sell lighted ones, but I know nothing about this company. It might be worth looking into, since I think Lund has given up on the visors. __________________ 1985 C2500 3+3 Sierra Classic 454/TH400 Stock right down to the wheels, it's primary purpose is to haul cows. It's secondary purpose is to provide me with many hours of fun and frustration.

09-13-2011, 08:57 AM	#21
Edahall Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Goliad, TX Posts: 672	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb Has anyone tried epoxying a sun visor on? __________________ 1990 ¾ ton 4x4 Chevy Suburban -Cummins Diesel - 12 valve - factory rebuilt -6 speed bullet proof manual transmission - NV5600 -Gear Vendors Overdrive - HX35 Holset Turbo -NP205 iron transfer case -3.73 gears -2" Lift

09-17-2011, 07:26 AM	#22
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,518	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb OK, ordered a new one, also replica, but this one looks a lot better...they told me to glue the sunvisor an maybe just bolt it to the "metal part by the side of the window (whats the name for that? I am dutch)...hahaha.. anybody ever considered glueing? since it will save you from drilling the roof... they told me to use this glue: sikaflex or bison poly max __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

09-17-2011, 08:13 AM	#23
motornut 78K & 79C Jimmys Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA Posts: 7,901	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb never tried glueing, what about fiberglassing it(it might be made of it, mine is) you would have to remove the paint to the metal ,to"bond" then no? heck screw it, if it leaks bond it lol __________________ John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350



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10-01-2011, 01:45 PM	#24
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,518	Re: mounting sunvisor on my Brb done! used 4.2x16 RVS screws with Bison Poly Max __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

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