1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**KevinK7** · 11-27-2019, 12:55 PM

My '68 has an 'extra' set of mirror mount holes (Ref: first photo below). Two holes in line at top, and the 3rd at bottom, ALL holes 3 3/4" center to center space. (Not that it matters, but these are drilled on both doors)
Anyone know of a mirror that would mount in this pattern? (I've searched the web and the forum, but haven't seen anything)

I want to remove the larger mirrors currently on the truck (ref. 2nd photo) and go with something smaller, but would rather NOT drill any more holes for whatever I go with.

Thanks in advance,

Kevin

weim55 · 11-27-2019, 01:16 PM

Those sure do look like factory holes for original mirrors but not the typical pattern for the common stick mirrors used in '68 on pickups. Wondering if a cab and chassis model like yours used a unique mirror just for that application? Does your SPID show a mirror option?

Steve weim55 Colorado

**KevinK7** · 11-27-2019, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by weim55

Those sure do look like factory holes for original mirrors but not the typical pattern for the common stick mirrors used in '68 on pickups. Wondering if a cab and chassis model like yours used a unique mirror just for that application? Does your SPID show a mirror option?

Steve weim55 Colorado

Thanks for the reply Steve. Here's the SPID, but nothing about mirrors, but as you noted, the truck did come as a "Cab and Chassis", but I'm not sure what that may or may not dictate for mirrors.

burb71 · 11-27-2019, 05:18 PM

I have three 1968s all came with the standard factory sport mirrors, here are pics from 2 of the trucks.
As you can see the 1st owner removed the factory sport mirrors and added camper style.
The screws and backing plate are still in place
Yours look to be a larger style of the sport mirror

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 11-27-2019, 09:07 PM

My '68 C/10 Stepside came with West Coast Jr mirrors. [''RV Jr Mirrors'' on the SPID.]
I love 'em, great rearward visability. No cops can sneak up on you.

**special-K** · 11-28-2019, 12:09 AM

The mirrors on the truck now look like what GM called "Bus Style Extension Mirrors". There were similar aftermarkets as well. I'm on a new compouter so don't have any reference pictures or files available. There were mirrors I've only seen on dual rear wheel cab & chassis trucks that look like the standard 3-hole mount type I call stick mirrors but way longer. I think they were called "Long Side Mirrors". I have a feeling your truck had those. Do you know the truck's history? I believe it was bought to haul a camper. What a fantastic truck! Like something I would have ordered.

**KevinK7** · 11-28-2019, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

.... Do you know the truck's history? I believe it was bought to haul a camper. What a fantastic truck! Like something I would have ordered.

As for history, the 88 year old guy I purchased it from (in CA) told me he got the truck from a lifelong friend, who was a plumber in Arizona. The utility body (Servis) brand is vintage '68, and the fact that the truck was ordered as a cab and chassis could indicate the plumber ordered or at least purchased the truck new. For me the 'cool' part is this thing is an original 396 4sp too.

Happy_dan · 11-28-2019, 10:20 AM

Kevin, I have two holes plugged in the side of my door. You can see them in this picture.

Here is the mirror that is on here. You are welcome to come and inspect anytime. LOL. It uses the three holes.

**KevinK7** · 11-28-2019, 06:18 PM

Dan,
Yours is the more typical (3 hole) sport mirror mount. The bottom hole is less than 3 3/4" from the top holes. The bottom hole of the three in my Utility '68 is lower down.
...but I will eventually get up there to see the truck

**special-K** · 11-29-2019, 08:10 AM

I still wonder if the truck had the long side mirrors. Does anyone have a picture of a C/30 with them? They seem to be rare. Most got the RV Jr option and the ones with the long sides mostly got changed, most likely. They aren't the greatest mirrors. I know Joes Junk knows these mirrors and had a C/30 with them.

projectking · 11-29-2019, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I still wonder if the truck had the long side mirrors. Does anyone have a picture of a C/30 with them? They seem to be rare. Most got the RV Jr option and the ones with the long sides mostly got changed, most likely. They aren't the greatest mirrors. I know Joes Junk knows these mirrors and had a C/30 with them.

My service truck originally had a 12’ Pafco van body on it and came with the long stick mirrors and had the same holes as his...used to have a pic but can’t seem to find it.

**KevinK7** · 11-29-2019, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by projectking

My service truck originally had a 12’ Pafco van body on it and came with the long stick mirrors and had the same holes as his...used to have a pic but can’t seem to find it.

As Special K noted, thanks for this info. as it may lead to something.
Hopefully this may lead to a photo.
Thanks again,
Kevin

**special-K** · 11-29-2019, 07:04 PM

Thanks for the info just the same. I believe we have answered his mystery with your info. It would still be great if someone has a picture

factorystock · 11-29-2019, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

It would still be great if someone has a picture

I believe these mirrors were dubbed the "fly swatters"

projectking · 11-29-2019, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by factorystock

I believe these mirrors were dubbed the "fly swatters"

Possibly the angle but I don’t think mine were that long? Also the base was one piece similar to the ones Dan posted.

**special-K** · 11-30-2019, 08:52 AM

It was my info confirmed by Project King. I think factorystock has shown the pictures we are looking for. It would be nice to see Joe's old truck or others. Could it be in the Let's see the one tons thread

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...e+the+one+tons

**special-K** · 12-01-2019, 10:24 AM

Here's a picture. Might need to blow up for a better view of mount

factorystock · 12-01-2019, 11:56 AM

Found other photos special-K, this time on a C 50 and a GMC

**KevinK7** · 12-01-2019, 02:32 PM

Thanks for the additional photos, I have definitely never seen a bracket like that before, but it sure looks like the exact bolt pattern I'm dealing with.

**special-K** · 12-01-2019, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by factorystock

Found other photos special-K, this time on a C 50 and a GMC

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Originally Posted by bluek5

Pulled these from a 67 C30 motor home.

Thanks to both of you for the great pictures, and effort

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Originally Posted by KevinK7

Thanks for the additional photos, I have definitely never seen a bracket like that before, but it sure looks like the exact bolt pattern I'm dealing with.

Another mystery solved on 67-72chevytrucks.com

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bluek5 · 12-01-2019, 08:04 PM

Pulled these from a 67 C30 motor home.

**mikey531** · 12-03-2019, 01:40 PM

Kevin I have a set of mirrors I am not going to use that fit those holes.

**KevinK7** · 12-03-2019, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by mikey531

Kevin I have a set of mirrors I am not going to use that fit those holes.

PM sent ; )

**KevinK7** · 12-30-2019, 01:56 PM

Again, Thanks to all for helping solve the mystery.
Now, to find these 'buggers'

I did post a WTB ad, here's a link: (the onese mikey531 has are the sport mirror brackets)

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...83#post8651283

**KevinK7** · 05-18-2020, 11:53 PM

Thought to follow up in this thread.
Since I figured the chances of finding the factory ("fly swatter" mirror) brackets to mount up to the existing holes in my truck, I decided to make my own. I sacrificed a set of sport mirror brackets, made my own bases with 1/2" steel, bent and welded, then welded the sport arms to the bases. It's not "factory", but I wasn't about to drill more holes in the doors

11-27-2019, 12:55 PM	#1
KevinK7 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Hudson Valley, New York Posts: 650	1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? My '68 has an 'extra' set of mirror mount holes (Ref: first photo below). Two holes in line at top, and the 3rd at bottom, ALL holes 3 3/4" center to center space. (Not that it matters, but these are drilled on both doors) Anyone know of a mirror that would mount in this pattern? (I've searched the web and the forum, but haven't seen anything) I want to remove the larger mirrors currently on the truck (ref. 2nd photo) and go with something smaller, but would rather NOT drill any more holes for whatever I go with. Thanks in advance, Kevin

11-27-2019, 01:16 PM	#2
weim55 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Larkspur, Colorado Posts: 916	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Those sure do look like factory holes for original mirrors but not the typical pattern for the common stick mirrors used in '68 on pickups. Wondering if a cab and chassis model like yours used a unique mirror just for that application? Does your SPID show a mirror option? Steve weim55 Colorado

11-27-2019, 05:18 PM	#4
burb71 Active Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Ft. Myers, Fl Posts: 1,716	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? I have three 1968s all came with the standard factory sport mirrors, here are pics from 2 of the trucks. As you can see the 1st owner removed the factory sport mirrors and added camper style. The screws and backing plate are still in place Yours look to be a larger style of the sport mirror Attached Images

11-27-2019, 09:07 PM	#5
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,521	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? My '68 C/10 Stepside came with West Coast Jr mirrors. [''RV Jr Mirrors'' on the SPID.] I love 'em, great rearward visability. No cops can sneak up on you. Attached Images __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.

11-28-2019, 12:09 AM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? The mirrors on the truck now look like what GM called "Bus Style Extension Mirrors". There were similar aftermarkets as well. I'm on a new compouter so don't have any reference pictures or files available. There were mirrors I've only seen on dual rear wheel cab & chassis trucks that look like the standard 3-hole mount type I call stick mirrors but way longer. I think they were called "Long Side Mirrors". I have a feeling your truck had those. Do you know the truck's history? I believe it was bought to haul a camper. What a fantastic truck! Like something I would have ordered. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 11-28-2019 at 12:24 AM.

11-28-2019, 10:20 AM	#8
Happy_dan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: New Boston, NH Posts: 456	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Kevin, I have two holes plugged in the side of my door. You can see them in this picture. Here is the mirror that is on here. You are welcome to come and inspect anytime. LOL. It uses the three holes. __________________ 1968 C-20 CST Vermillion http://imageevent.com/happy_dan/dantoys/68c20 2019 Silverado 2012 Camaro ZL1

11-28-2019, 06:18 PM	#9
KevinK7 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Hudson Valley, New York Posts: 650	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Dan, Yours is the more typical (3 hole) sport mirror mount. The bottom hole is less than 3 3/4" from the top holes. The bottom hole of the three in my Utility '68 is lower down. ...but I will eventually get up there to see the truck

11-29-2019, 08:10 AM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? I still wonder if the truck had the long side mirrors. Does anyone have a picture of a C/30 with them? They seem to be rare. Most got the RV Jr option and the ones with the long sides mostly got changed, most likely. They aren't the greatest mirrors. I know Joes Junk knows these mirrors and had a C/30 with them. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-29-2019, 07:04 PM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Thanks for the info just the same. I believe we have answered his mystery with your info. It would still be great if someone has a picture __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-30-2019, 08:52 AM	#16
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? It was my info confirmed by Project King. I think factorystock has shown the pictures we are looking for. It would be nice to see Joe's old truck or others. Could it be in the Let's see the one tons thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...e+the+one+tons __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 11-30-2019 at 08:58 AM.

12-01-2019, 10:24 AM	#17
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Here's a picture. Might need to blow up for a better view of mount Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-01-2019, 11:56 AM	#18
factorystock Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: west coast Posts: 3,396	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Found other photos special-K, this time on a C 50 and a GMC Attached Images Last edited by factorystock; 12-01-2019 at 04:49 PM.

12-01-2019, 02:32 PM	#19
KevinK7 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Hudson Valley, New York Posts: 650	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Thanks for the additional photos, I have definitely never seen a bracket like that before, but it sure looks like the exact bolt pattern I'm dealing with.

12-01-2019, 08:04 PM	#21
bluek5 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Lehi,Utah Posts: 1,330	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Pulled these from a 67 C30 motor home. Attached Images

12-03-2019, 01:40 PM	#22
mikey531 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Exeter, NH Posts: 795	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Kevin I have a set of mirrors I am not going to use that fit those holes.



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12-30-2019, 01:56 PM	#24
KevinK7 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Hudson Valley, New York Posts: 650	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Again, Thanks to all for helping solve the mystery. Now, to find these 'buggers' I did post a WTB ad, here's a link: (the onese mikey531 has are the sport mirror brackets) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...83#post8651283 __________________ '68 C20 Utility 396 4sp (BuildThread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=806904 ) '68 C10 50th

05-18-2020, 11:53 PM	#25
KevinK7 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Hudson Valley, New York Posts: 650	Re: 1968 Side Mirrors, what original styles were available? Thought to follow up in this thread. Since I figured the chances of finding the factory ("fly swatter" mirror) brackets to mount up to the existing holes in my truck, I decided to make my own. I sacrificed a set of sport mirror brackets, made my own bases with 1/2" steel, bent and welded, then welded the sport arms to the bases. It's not "factory", but I wasn't about to drill more holes in the doors __________________ '68 C20 Utility 396 4sp (BuildThread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=806904 ) '68 C10 50th

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