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hotrodhomi · 04-01-2011, 01:32 PM

What are you guys using for your window mounted rear view mirrors? I was hoping to find something chrome, but all I've been seeing is plastic and billet/ with flames.

**truckster** · 04-01-2011, 01:43 PM

The one I bought is plastic, but it's one of the later model mirrors with the map lights. When the top is off I don't have any interior lights at night. I haven't wired it up yet, though, but I tested it with a jumper and I think I'll like it.

brad_man_72 · 04-01-2011, 01:46 PM

the rearview mirror in my 68 rivierra was chrome. Probably the same for other gm cars of that era.

hotrodhomi · 04-01-2011, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by brad_man_72

the rearview mirror in my 68 rivierra was chrome. Probably the same for other gm cars of that era.

Is that window mounted? I thought they hung from the roof.

hotrodhomi · 04-01-2011, 02:22 PM

Something like this, but without the flames.

boundstaffpress · 04-01-2011, 02:22 PM

72 had chrome window mounted mirrors. I believe the laws have changed with regards to selling polished aluminum or chrome mirrors. IIRC you'll have to find a stock unit, and have it retrofitted with a new mirror.

hotrodhomi · 04-01-2011, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by boundstaffpress

72 had chrome window mounted mirrors. I believe the laws have changed with regards to selling polished aluminum or chrome mirrors. IIRC you'll have to find a stock unit, and have it retrofitted with a new mirror.

Anyone have one?

Tmwoodall · 04-01-2011, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by hotrodhomi

Anyone have one?

I think I might... I'm going with a newer truck mirror as mentioned above with map lights and possibly auto dimming/compass.

Longhorn Man · 04-01-2011, 05:25 PM

in 72 the ones in the trucks were black on the forward facing side. This was due to new DOT regs requiring 'non glare' mirrors to be used.
There were a handfull of glue on mirrors used back before then that were bright (stainless, aluminum, rarely chrome) Make sure to look in brand X Y and Z, and GM vehicles as well.
However, in reality, I would recomend just getting an aftermarket piece, usually made of plastic, and putting it on. I have one from mooneyes in my burb, I think it was locar brand? Very nice piece, nice chromed plastic, wich won't rust or tarnish, and weighs less than any metal ones. This is important due to crappy glues which will hardly hols a plastic one up, let alone a metal one.

hotrodhomi · 04-01-2011, 05:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

in 72 the ones in the trucks were black on the forward facing side. This was due to new DOT regs requiring 'non glare' mirrors to be used.
There were a handfull of glue on mirrors used back before then that were bright (stainless, aluminum, rarely chrome) Make sure to look in brand X Y and Z, and GM vehicles as well.
However, in reality, I would recomend just getting an aftermarket piece, usually made of plastic, and putting it on. I have one from mooneyes in my burb, I think it was locar brand? Very nice piece, nice chromed plastic, wich won't rust or tarnish, and weighs less than any metal ones. This is important due to crappy glues which will hardly hols a plastic one up, let alone a metal one.

I would be okay with chromed plastic if it looks decent. Aluminum and stainless would also work. I'm just looking for something that's not cheesy or black.

hotrodhomi · 04-01-2011, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

I have one from mooneyes in my burb

Do you have a link to this? I looked at their website and searched for mirror and couldn't find it.

brad_man_72 · 04-01-2011, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by hotrodhomi

Is that window mounted? I thought they hung from the roof.

pretty sure it was window mounted, I didn't own it long. I only remember it because of all of the cigarette residue I cleaned offf of it. I thought it was just brown on the back.

Longhorn Man · 04-01-2011, 11:49 PM

i just looked, they don't have it listed online. Call them for a catalog (i think it's 5 bucks) and see if they still have it. You could ask when you call, but you'll wanna see it in the book before dropping the cash anyways. It was kinda spendy, 50+ bucks if memory serves. it's been a few years though, so I may be wrong.

*72lb4x4* · 04-02-2011, 12:55 AM

I just creep around the pick a part til I find one in good shape and rip it off the windshield.

Andy4639 · 04-02-2011, 02:09 AM

I used a late model Chevy with compass and temp senor.

04-01-2011, 01:32 PM	#1
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	rear view mirror What are you guys using for your window mounted rear view mirrors? I was hoping to find something chrome, but all I've been seeing is plastic and billet/ with flames. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

04-01-2011, 01:43 PM	#2
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,953	Re: rear view mirror The one I bought is plastic, but it's one of the later model mirrors with the map lights. When the top is off I don't have any interior lights at night. I haven't wired it up yet, though, but I tested it with a jumper and I think I'll like it.

04-01-2011, 01:46 PM	#3
brad_man_72 the boat guy Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: springfield mo Posts: 2,339	Re: rear view mirror the rearview mirror in my 68 rivierra was chrome. Probably the same for other gm cars of that era.

04-01-2011, 02:22 PM	#5
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: rear view mirror Something like this, but without the flames. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

04-01-2011, 02:22 PM	#6
boundstaffpress Jamie Hyneman is my twin Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: La Junta, Colorado Posts: 705	Re: rear view mirror 72 had chrome window mounted mirrors. I believe the laws have changed with regards to selling polished aluminum or chrome mirrors. IIRC you'll have to find a stock unit, and have it retrofitted with a new mirror. __________________ Justin SOLD 1967 K10 Fleetside, 283, Front and Rear Posi SOLD Color Wiring Diagrams Now in High Resolution V8 and Cab and Cab and Chassis

04-01-2011, 05:25 PM	#9
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: rear view mirror in 72 the ones in the trucks were black on the forward facing side. This was due to new DOT regs requiring 'non glare' mirrors to be used. There were a handfull of glue on mirrors used back before then that were bright (stainless, aluminum, rarely chrome) Make sure to look in brand X Y and Z, and GM vehicles as well. However, in reality, I would recomend just getting an aftermarket piece, usually made of plastic, and putting it on. I have one from mooneyes in my burb, I think it was locar brand? Very nice piece, nice chromed plastic, wich won't rust or tarnish, and weighs less than any metal ones. This is important due to crappy glues which will hardly hols a plastic one up, let alone a metal one.

04-01-2011, 11:49 PM	#13
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: rear view mirror i just looked, they don't have it listed online. Call them for a catalog (i think it's 5 bucks) and see if they still have it. You could ask when you call, but you'll wanna see it in the book before dropping the cash anyways. It was kinda spendy, 50+ bucks if memory serves. it's been a few years though, so I may be wrong.

04-02-2011, 12:55 AM	#14
72lb4x4 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: DFW Posts: 1,427	Re: rear view mirror I just creep around the pick a part til I find one in good shape and rip it off the windshield. Last edited by 72lb4x4; 04-02-2011 at 12:56 AM.

04-02-2011, 02:09 AM	#15
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: rear view mirror I used a late model Chevy with compass and temp senor. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.



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