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TruckinDaddy · 03-26-2005, 10:29 AM

I spent several hours stripping old sound deadening mats off the floor of my cab yesterday and getting the seat out. When I stood back to admire my progress, I noticed that my truck has no rearview mirror. Not glued on, not on the cab. None. FYI, I know this is the original cab.

Was a rearview optional in 68?

Here are some pics

Weird? Dunno.

RicksTrucks · 03-26-2005, 10:33 AM

I think the 67 had a plane flat mirror bracket and the 68 had a fancier design with etching. My 68 had a couple holes above the windshield, but didn't seem to fit the 68 mirror I purchased, so I made new holes. The 69 to 71 I believe had the ones with the plastic covering the mounting screws and the 72 was the first glued to the windshield (maybe even 71).

**CPNE** · 03-26-2005, 10:45 AM

Though I've not seen it, the RV mirror was optional as evidenced by the lack of holes in your cab. 72 was the only year the mirror was mounted on the windsheild.

TruckinDaddy · 03-26-2005, 10:51 AM

I guess this proves how cheap my grandfather really was! I am surprised he did not ask them to leave off the brakes or seatbelts!

junkyard truck · 03-26-2005, 11:05 AM

I think maybe the inside mirror was only on the fancier models, seems like my dad had some 63 chevy work trucks (plain vanilla) not even a heater and they only had an outside mirror.

70 shorty · 03-26-2005, 06:17 PM

Well I guess if you have outside mirrors on both sides you don't really need a rearview mirror, unless it's required by your state's inspection. Think of all the big rigs etc that have no view straight out back. I drive a 24' straight truck with a box body regularly and if the outside mirrors are big enough, that's all you need.

69 Short Fleet · 03-26-2005, 07:48 PM

My 69 has a all steel mirror (no plastic) and is original.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 03-26-2005, 08:02 PM

Look like a no mirror option truck... At least there is metal there still and noy rusty holes like in some of the truck's...

TruckinDaddy · 03-26-2005, 09:33 PM

Yeah, the cab ceiling is one of the only places that does not have some rust on it! So I'm glad that mirror is not there!

And if I ever lose it in the Home Depot parking lot, I can just look for the truck without a rearview mirror.

Longhorn Man · 03-26-2005, 11:15 PM

The mirror was federally mandated in 69, but GM didn't make it standard untill 70.

TruckinDaddy · 03-26-2005, 11:54 PM

Well, even with only outside mirrors, it will pass inspection in Texas. Only one mirror is required, either mounted in the cab or outside. Makes it kind of unique. Maybe I'll leave it like it is.

*dtlilly* · 03-27-2005, 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by TruckinDaddy

Well, even with only outside mirrors, it will pass inspection in Texas. Only one mirror is required, either mounted in the cab or outside. Makes it kind of unique. Maybe I'll leave it like it is.

I agree, who needs a stinking rear view mirror anyhow? Who needs to see what is behind them?

LUV2XCLR8 · 03-27-2005, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by dtlilly

I agree, who needs a stinking rear view mirror anyhow? Who needs to see what is behind them?

NOT PUTTING ONE ON "GQ"

68haywagon · 03-27-2005, 12:30 AM

My 68 has no holes but I found a windshield glue one in the glove box when I got it. I just glued it back for now. I assume I have the RV mirror option because the sticker in the glove box say in a really messed up manner R_ Mirrors.

Just my experience so far.

Mike

TruckinDaddy · 03-27-2005, 12:43 AM

I might just get one that glues on. But I won't have to worry about it for a while. It's sitting with no seat, no carb and no battery. So we aren't going anywhere for a while.

bow-tie-bandit · 03-27-2005, 01:17 AM

My 1968 CST 50th anniversary truck has no rearview mirror or any holes in the cab where a mirror should mount. It also has the camper special option and I thought that may be a reason for no mirror.

TruckinDaddy · 03-27-2005, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bow-tie-bandit

... It also has the camper special option and I thought that may be a reason for no mirror.

That is a great point. My grandpa almost always drove this truck with wooden sidewalls on the bedsides and across the rear window. So that he could haul veggies from the field. He could not have seen anything anyways...

03-26-2005, 10:29 AM	#1
TruckinDaddy What's that funky smell? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 610	No rearview mirror? I spent several hours stripping old sound deadening mats off the floor of my cab yesterday and getting the seat out. When I stood back to admire my progress, I noticed that my truck has no rearview mirror. Not glued on, not on the cab. None. FYI, I know this is the original cab. Was a rearview optional in 68? Here are some pics Weird? Dunno. __________________ Mike S 68 C10 Long Step (Pretending to be a Long Fleetside) Grandpa's Farm Truck 3 on the tree, 307, No power brakes or steering Factory Options - HD rear spring and Ammeter/Oil Gauges My truck blog My Car Domain page

03-26-2005, 10:33 AM	#2
RicksTrucks Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Claremore, OK 74017 Posts: 2,640	I think the 67 had a plane flat mirror bracket and the 68 had a fancier design with etching. My 68 had a couple holes above the windshield, but didn't seem to fit the 68 mirror I purchased, so I made new holes. The 69 to 71 I believe had the ones with the plastic covering the mounting screws and the 72 was the first glued to the windshield (maybe even 71). __________________ 68 Short Stepside C-10 69 SWB C-10 70 Flatbed C-20 70 LWB C-20 BB402 70 LWB C-10 CST 70 LWB C-10 CST 71 Short Stepside Cheyenne C-10 72 LWB C-10 72 Blazer 4x4 4spd 95 Jeep Cherokee 4x4

03-26-2005, 10:45 AM	#3
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	Though I've not seen it, the RV mirror was optional as evidenced by the lack of holes in your cab. 72 was the only year the mirror was mounted on the windsheild. __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

03-26-2005, 10:51 AM	#4
TruckinDaddy What's that funky smell? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 610	I guess this proves how cheap my grandfather really was! I am surprised he did not ask them to leave off the brakes or seatbelts! __________________ Mike S 68 C10 Long Step (Pretending to be a Long Fleetside) Grandpa's Farm Truck 3 on the tree, 307, No power brakes or steering Factory Options - HD rear spring and Ammeter/Oil Gauges My truck blog My Car Domain page

03-26-2005, 11:05 AM	#5
junkyard truck Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: edna, texas Posts: 24	I think maybe the inside mirror was only on the fancier models, seems like my dad had some 63 chevy work trucks (plain vanilla) not even a heater and they only had an outside mirror. __________________ 69 chevy short stepside

03-26-2005, 06:17 PM	#6
70 shorty Where's my beer? Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Glen Allen, VA Posts: 1,772	Well I guess if you have outside mirrors on both sides you don't really need a rearview mirror, unless it's required by your state's inspection. Think of all the big rigs etc that have no view straight out back. I drive a 24' straight truck with a box body regularly and if the outside mirrors are big enough, that's all you need. __________________ 70 C10, shortstep, .30 over 250,Hurst shifted 3 spd parts hauler. Holley 390, Clifford Intake, Header, ported cylinder head, unknown bigger cam. 79 Corvette L82, 4 spd, black, red interior, headers, flowmasters, and unkown bigger cam. '03 Grand Cherokee Laredo, 4.0 4x4 daily driver. 165K miles, and runs great '08 Tahoe LTZ 4x4 155K

03-26-2005, 07:48 PM	#7
69 Short Fleet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kelowna B.C. Canada Posts: 1,086	My 69 has a all steel mirror (no plastic) and is original.

03-26-2005, 08:02 PM	#8
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Look like a no mirror option truck... At least there is metal there still and noy rusty holes like in some of the truck's... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-26-2005, 09:33 PM	#9
TruckinDaddy What's that funky smell? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 610	Yeah, the cab ceiling is one of the only places that does not have some rust on it! So I'm glad that mirror is not there! And if I ever lose it in the Home Depot parking lot, I can just look for the truck without a rearview mirror. __________________ Mike S 68 C10 Long Step (Pretending to be a Long Fleetside) Grandpa's Farm Truck 3 on the tree, 307, No power brakes or steering Factory Options - HD rear spring and Ammeter/Oil Gauges My truck blog My Car Domain page

03-26-2005, 11:15 PM	#10
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	The mirror was federally mandated in 69, but GM didn't make it standard untill 70.

03-26-2005, 11:54 PM	#11
TruckinDaddy What's that funky smell? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 610	Well, even with only outside mirrors, it will pass inspection in Texas. Only one mirror is required, either mounted in the cab or outside. Makes it kind of unique. Maybe I'll leave it like it is. __________________ Mike S 68 C10 Long Step (Pretending to be a Long Fleetside) Grandpa's Farm Truck 3 on the tree, 307, No power brakes or steering Factory Options - HD rear spring and Ammeter/Oil Gauges My truck blog My Car Domain page

03-27-2005, 12:30 AM	#14
68haywagon I'm watching you! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Levittown, PA Posts: 1,822	My 68 has no holes but I found a windshield glue one in the glove box when I got it. I just glued it back for now. I assume I have the RV mirror option because the sticker in the glove box say in a really messed up manner R_ Mirrors. Just my experience so far. Mike

03-27-2005, 12:43 AM	#15
TruckinDaddy What's that funky smell? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 610	I might just get one that glues on. But I won't have to worry about it for a while. It's sitting with no seat, no carb and no battery. So we aren't going anywhere for a while. __________________ Mike S 68 C10 Long Step (Pretending to be a Long Fleetside) Grandpa's Farm Truck 3 on the tree, 307, No power brakes or steering Factory Options - HD rear spring and Ammeter/Oil Gauges My truck blog My Car Domain page

03-27-2005, 01:17 AM	#16
bow-tie-bandit Live life and be happy. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Spokane,Washington Posts: 266	My 1968 CST 50th anniversary truck has no rearview mirror or any holes in the cab where a mirror should mount. It also has the camper special option and I thought that may be a reason for no mirror. __________________



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