Late model mirrors on 55-59? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

OrrieG · 12-20-2009, 09:16 PM

Has anyone looked at using the 2000 + model mirrors with heat, electric adjust, built-in turn signals, etc? I used to run the tripod type but want something a little nicer. Peep mirrors are just too small for the daily driver and keeping track of stuff off road. I am going to convert to one piece windows and trying to look ahead to what other fabrication I will need to do to the doors.

hotrodsbyray · 12-20-2009, 09:34 PM

Never seen it done but boy it sounds great with the heat and built in signals especially.

Kim57 · 12-20-2009, 09:43 PM

Anything can be done. I think the biggest problem is finding ones that will fit the contour of the doors. The wiring shouldn't be to big a problem after that.
Kim

**Dan in Pasadena** · 12-20-2009, 11:09 PM

The PLASTIC ones? I like the idea of heated and (maybe) even the signals...I guess, but not the plastic on our classic trucks.

OrrieG · 12-21-2009, 01:19 PM

I can figure out the wiring and toggle for the mirror operation. I don't know if the new ones are plastic or metal, really doesn't make a difference to me. This truck will be a driver and my goal has been to get all the conveniences of a new truck in the old shell. I drove it for the first 20 years as a minimal beater. If I can find a set of metal mirrors that will work that is fine. I do not want to use the tripod or original goose neck type. The contour and mounting footprint were the reason for the question. Looks like I need to make a template of the door/cowl and head to the wrecking yards.

renegade6 · 12-21-2009, 01:28 PM

I've seen some mid 90s van or 80s pick-up truck mirrors used on these trucks before and they looked pretty nice. You don't get all of the conveniences of the newer ones but, they are pretty functional.

BBEEP · 12-22-2009, 12:32 AM

I've had them on my 48 since before Chevy offered them! I contacted the company that was making them for F**D, (KWMUTH) and told them I just couldn't put them on my GMC truck. So they made up some for me! I was told they then used my pics to solicit GM. This was about 12 years ago. They work great. I did a little cutting & filling to the top of the mounting side, then mounted them to a curved plate that I attached to the doorframe.

OrrieG · 12-22-2009, 01:23 AM

I should have looked closer, I did notice them. Does the bracket float over the glass in the corner (welded to the dogleg frame)? Did you get the rear end sorted out? Thanks for the comment.

BBEEP · 12-22-2009, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrrieG

I should have looked closer, I did notice them. Does the bracket float over the glass in the corner (welded to the dogleg frame)? Did you get the rear end sorted out? Thanks for the comment.

Bracket does float, I could get a pic if you want. & Yes, I broke an axle. Replaced the 57 f**d axles with billit. Should last another 52 years.

OrrieG · 12-22-2009, 08:39 PM

No hurry, some pics would be great when you have the camera out someday. Glad it didn't hurt anything else inside the rear.

12-20-2009, 09:16 PM	#1
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Late model mirrors on 55-59? Has anyone looked at using the 2000 + model mirrors with heat, electric adjust, built-in turn signals, etc? I used to run the tripod type but want something a little nicer. Peep mirrors are just too small for the daily driver and keeping track of stuff off road. I am going to convert to one piece windows and trying to look ahead to what other fabrication I will need to do to the doors. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

12-20-2009, 09:34 PM	#2
hotrodsbyray Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: TN Posts: 164	Re: Late model mirrors on 55-59? Never seen it done but boy it sounds great with the heat and built in signals especially.

12-20-2009, 09:43 PM	#3
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: Late model mirrors on 55-59? Anything can be done. I think the biggest problem is finding ones that will fit the contour of the doors. The wiring shouldn't be to big a problem after that. Kim

12-20-2009, 11:09 PM	#4
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,336	Re: Late model mirrors on 55-59? The PLASTIC ones? I like the idea of heated and (maybe) even the signals...I guess, but not the plastic on our classic trucks.

12-21-2009, 01:19 PM	#5
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: Late model mirrors on 55-59? I can figure out the wiring and toggle for the mirror operation. I don't know if the new ones are plastic or metal, really doesn't make a difference to me. This truck will be a driver and my goal has been to get all the conveniences of a new truck in the old shell. I drove it for the first 20 years as a minimal beater. If I can find a set of metal mirrors that will work that is fine. I do not want to use the tripod or original goose neck type. The contour and mounting footprint were the reason for the question. Looks like I need to make a template of the door/cowl and head to the wrecking yards. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

12-21-2009, 01:28 PM	#6
renegade6 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Texarkana, TX Posts: 443	Re: Late model mirrors on 55-59? I've seen some mid 90s van or 80s pick-up truck mirrors used on these trucks before and they looked pretty nice. You don't get all of the conveniences of the newer ones but, they are pretty functional. __________________ Brandon 63 Biscayne https://www.pro-touring.com/threads/90718-63-Biscayne 57 Chevy Truck (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321380 72 K20 Long bed stepside (wife's) 72 K20 Long bed 396 (flip or keep...?) The latest build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...76#post8438476

12-22-2009, 12:32 AM	#7
BBEEP Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: EUGENE, OREGON Posts: 504	Re: Late model mirrors on 55-59? I've had them on my 48 since before Chevy offered them! I contacted the company that was making them for FD, (KWMUTH) and told them I just couldn't put them on my GMC truck. So they made up some for me! I was told they then used my pics to solicit GM. This was about 12 years ago. They work great. I did a little cutting & filling to the top of the mounting side, then mounted them to a curved plate that I attached to the doorframe. Attached Images __________________ 48 GMC Panel Sold 12-14-15 52 White/Chevrolet School Bus 52 GMC Burb/Envoy Meld 61 Impala Wagon SOLD BARRETT JACKSON SCOTTSDALE 1-18-13 67 c/10 SOLD 2012 71 SS454 77 c/20 Sold 11-11-15 08 TBSS The Wife's car!! 50 GMC School Bus SOLD 11-7-10 29 FD Delivery (Chevy powered) SOLD 11-4-11 53 GMC 630 Firetruck/Ramp Truck

12-22-2009, 01:23 AM	#8
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: Late model mirrors on 55-59? I should have looked closer, I did notice them. Does the bracket float over the glass in the corner (welded to the dogleg frame)? Did you get the rear end sorted out? Thanks for the comment. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

12-22-2009, 08:39 PM	#10
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: Late model mirrors on 55-59? No hurry, some pics would be great when you have the camera out someday. Glad it didn't hurt anything else inside the rear. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

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