Mid-size tri-pod mirrors - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

One Chevy Scotty · 11-16-2010, 04:06 PM

Is there anyone that has good re-pro version of these mirrors in SS?

I have tried looking for a used set in good shape, but have been unlucky so far. My old 72 is in the paint booth as we speak and I need to hunt down some matching mirrors...figured that someone here has bought a set sometime...

...ps...for the mods- a section specific search would be super useful - eg just being able to search the for-sale section or just the 67-72 section...thx.

ChevLoRay · 11-16-2010, 07:19 PM

Mid-sixties car mirrors (Impala/Chevelle/Nova/Camaro) have a Bowtie on the backside, and the mirrors are about 4-inches in diameter. I've always liked them. Since your '72 OEM mirrors were mounted to the door, these might be an option.

One Chevy Scotty · 11-16-2010, 08:10 PM

Here is a picture of mine...anybody know who makes a similar mirror?

**Dieselwrencher** · 11-16-2010, 08:13 PM

LMC sells them, but the set I purchased was pretty chincy. I ended up purchasing a decent set of used ones off the truck board and gave the brand new tang ya ones to my cousin.

Beuford · 11-16-2010, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

LMC sells them, but the set I purchased was pretty chincy. I ended up purchasing a decent set of used ones off the truck board and gave the brand new tang ya ones to my cousin.

I bought a set from LMC also and they were so flimsy I put them back in the box and on the shelf. I went with a good used set too.

One Chevy Scotty · 11-16-2010, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

LMC sells them, but the set I purchased was pretty chincy. I ended up purchasing a decent set of used ones off the truck board and gave the brand new tang ya ones to my cousin.

Yup, the DS mirror was a LMC special...it is now in the scrap bin...I was hoping to get a lot closer to the factory look and/or OEM maker....maybe someone will chime in with some ideas soon.

One Chevy Scotty · 11-16-2010, 08:31 PM

Here is the back of the cab (the best shot that I could get at the body shop).....she's almost there

**special-K** · 11-16-2010, 09:00 PM

You need to find a used OEM set.They are stainless except for the mirror head arm which is chrome...and usually rusted or faded.That piece can be bought from NAPA.The 71/72s are different from the 69/70s.The top arm bolts flat and higher on 71/72s and the lower arms are shorter,so watch out for that.if you subscribe you can post a WTB and have the part come to you.

One Chevy Scotty · 11-16-2010, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

You need to find a used OEM set.They are stainless except for the mirror head arm which is chrome...and usually rusted or faded.That piece can be bought from NAPA.The 71/72s are different from the 69/70s.The top arm bolts flat and higher on 71/72s and the lower arms are shorter,so watch out for that.if you subscribe you can post a WTB and have the part come to you.

Thanks Tim, I have seen a bunch of different styles but believe that the one that I posted a photo of is the correct one....maybe....

**special-K** · 11-17-2010, 09:13 PM

Yes,that's the one.For the chrome arm,I went to NAPA and they pulled out a book with a page or more of various "elbows" with dimensions listed and matched exactly to the one I brought in.

11-16-2010, 04:06 PM	#1
One Chevy Scotty Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 117	Mid-size tri-pod mirrors Is there anyone that has good re-pro version of these mirrors in SS? I have tried looking for a used set in good shape, but have been unlucky so far. My old 72 is in the paint booth as we speak and I need to hunt down some matching mirrors...figured that someone here has bought a set sometime... ...ps...for the mods- a section specific search would be super useful - eg just being able to search the for-sale section or just the 67-72 section...thx.

11-16-2010, 07:19 PM	#2
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Mid-size tri-pod mirrors Mid-sixties car mirrors (Impala/Chevelle/Nova/Camaro) have a Bowtie on the backside, and the mirrors are about 4-inches in diameter. I've always liked them. Since your '72 OEM mirrors were mounted to the door, these might be an option. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was. Last edited by ChevLoRay; 11-16-2010 at 07:20 PM.

11-16-2010, 08:10 PM	#3
One Chevy Scotty Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 117	Re: Mid-size tri-pod mirrors Here is a picture of mine...anybody know who makes a similar mirror? Attached Images

11-16-2010, 08:13 PM	#4
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: Mid-size tri-pod mirrors LMC sells them, but the set I purchased was pretty chincy. I ended up purchasing a decent set of used ones off the truck board and gave the brand new tang ya ones to my cousin. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

11-16-2010, 08:31 PM	#7
One Chevy Scotty Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 117	Re: Mid-size tri-pod mirrors Here is the back of the cab (the best shot that I could get at the body shop).....she's almost there Attached Images

11-16-2010, 09:00 PM	#8
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Mid-size tri-pod mirrors You need to find a used OEM set.They are stainless except for the mirror head arm which is chrome...and usually rusted or faded.That piece can be bought from NAPA.The 71/72s are different from the 69/70s.The top arm bolts flat and higher on 71/72s and the lower arms are shorter,so watch out for that.if you subscribe you can post a WTB and have the part come to you. __________________ "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 ~

11-17-2010, 09:13 PM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Mid-size tri-pod mirrors Yes,that's the one.For the chrome arm,I went to NAPA and they pulled out a book with a page or more of various "elbows" with dimensions listed and matched exactly to the one I brought in. __________________ "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; 11-17-2010 at 09:15 PM.

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