I've got Loose Balls!.....(rear view mirror)

[LockDoc]

Originally Posted by 69GMCLonghorn

Why not return it and tell them to send you on that's not a piece of...

What 69GMCLonghorn suggests is definitely an option and if enough people did that they might get the message and fix the problem.

A solution I have used on a couple of old mirrors was to use a small, sharp (read pinpoint) center punch and punch a couple of places on the ball to tighten it up in the socket. You have to rotate the mirror to punch it so that the dimples will be inside the socket when the mirror is installed and adjusted. Don't get carried away with the punch, just do a couple of small ones and try it. It doesn't take much. You can always get more aggressive if the first time doesn't do it..... If you can't get it situated right to get it punched try having someone hold it while you punch it.

LockDoc

[jaros44sr]

Originally Posted by LockDoc

What 69GMCLonghorn suggests is definitely an option and if enough people did that they might get the message and fix the problem.

A solution I have used on a couple of old mirrors was to use a small, sharp (read pinpoint) center punch and punch a couple of places on the ball to tighten it up in the socket. You have to rotate the mirror to punch it so that the dimples will be inside the socket when the mirror is installed and adjusted. Don't get carried away with the punch, just do a couple of small ones and try it. It doesn't take much. You can always get more aggressive if the first time doesn't do it..... If you can't get it situated right to get it punched try having someone hold it while you punch it.

LockDoc

Very good answer...that should work

[70cst]

Originally Posted by LockDoc

What 69GMCLonghorn suggests is definitely an option and if enough people did that they might get the message and fix the problem. LockDoc

100%

[sleepertruck72]

Maybe you should show it some kegel exercises Just kidding

[crazy longhorn]

Originally Posted by sleepertruck72

Maybe you should show it some kegel exercises Just kidding

Well, we all new that it ....would go a tad crooked, I dont think the kegel exrecices will help my balls tho(the locktite seemed to work) CrazyL, 54 yrs old , but goin on 18

[-sean-]

I would definitely be returning the mirror if it were bought locally but after paying for the return shipping cost it's not worth it to me. At this point a remedy to get the mirror just a little tighter is the best option. BTW, the mirror looks great and correct, just loose.

[indianbullet]

Originally Posted by LockDoc

What 69GMCLonghorn suggests is definitely an option and if enough people did that they might get the message and fix the problem.

A solution I have used on a couple of old mirrors was to use a small, sharp (read pinpoint) center punch and punch a couple of places on the ball to tighten it up in the socket. You have to rotate the mirror to punch it so that the dimples will be inside the socket when the mirror is installed and adjusted. Don't get carried away with the punch, just do a couple of small ones and try it. It doesn't take much. You can always get more aggressive if the first time doesn't do it..... If you can't get it situated right to get it punched try having someone hold it while you punch it.

LockDoc

I did this several years ago on my 72 nova and wifes 68 camaro and works well. I used a automatic center punch, swiveled the mirror beyond its normal area and punched the ball in like 3 spots and it snugged it right up. Its just kinda like putting a bit of knurl on it..