mirror options other then stock? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

speedmachine · 02-03-2013, 12:25 PM

hey there
my CUCV came with one shot folding factory style mirror and now i have to buy fresh. i just wanted to see what other people may have done instead of stock. my needs are more towing related so im not interested in sport mirrors or anything small.

I cannot stand any of the towing mirrors that came factory between 67-87,

ive searched an found lots of sport mirror threads but no luck for my needs.

i really like the newer chevy towing mirrors like in the attached photo.. anyone running something alike?

post pics pls.

Lee

74 stepside · 02-03-2013, 12:35 PM

Without replacing your vent window with steel or aluminum, I dont see how you could install that style mirror. From what Ive seen, most just use the dumbo ear stock mirrors. They work good enough for towing.

Black 'n' Blue · 02-03-2013, 12:47 PM

Pearsonally I'd go with the "west coast" mirror they flow with these trucks alot better then any new mirror on the market.

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zaccaglin · 02-03-2013, 09:41 PM

Eric28miller is using them in his crew can build. I like his idea and I am considering it for my rig as well. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1&postcount=68
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**hatzie** · 02-04-2013, 01:17 AM

West coast mirrors are a real good fit if the inside of the door is reinforced to take the stress off the outer skin.

Power dumbo mirrors from mid 90's Dodge Ram light truck and maybe Ram van would flow better.

*nekkidhillbilly* · 02-04-2013, 10:37 AM

my idea if i ever get another square is use the mirrors of something like this i could mount them to the door just like oem and there similar to new truck tows but not huge like west coats mirrors. also are power and heated.

02-03-2013, 12:25 PM	#1
speedmachine Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: ontario,Canada Posts: 120	mirror options other then stock? hey there my CUCV came with one shot folding factory style mirror and now i have to buy fresh. i just wanted to see what other people may have done instead of stock. my needs are more towing related so im not interested in sport mirrors or anything small. I cannot stand any of the towing mirrors that came factory between 67-87, ive searched an found lots of sport mirror threads but no luck for my needs. i really like the newer chevy towing mirrors like in the attached photo.. anyone running something alike? post pics pls. Lee Attached Images

02-03-2013, 12:35 PM	#2
74 stepside Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 815	Re: mirror options other then stock? Without replacing your vent window with steel or aluminum, I dont see how you could install that style mirror. From what Ive seen, most just use the dumbo ear stock mirrors. They work good enough for towing.

02-03-2013, 12:47 PM	#3
Black 'n' Blue Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Calgary, AB, Canada Posts: 146	Re: mirror options other then stock? Pearsonally I'd go with the "west coast" mirror they flow with these trucks alot better then any new mirror on the market. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Justin. The past cannot be edited, or erased. Only accepted. Loud, proud and country by the grace of god! Bradley Anderson 1997-2011

02-03-2013, 09:41 PM	#4
zaccaglin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Auburndale, FL Posts: 716	Re: mirror options other then stock? Eric28miller is using them in his crew can build. I like his idea and I am considering it for my rig as well. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1&postcount=68 Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Zaccaglin 1998 Chevrolet C1500 Ext. Cab 350 Former Rig: 1985 Chevrolet K20 Suburban 6.2L Detroit/TH400/NP208

02-04-2013, 01:17 AM	#5
hatzie Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wentworth, NH Posts: 4,977	Re: mirror options other then stock? West coast mirrors are a real good fit if the inside of the door is reinforced to take the stress off the outer skin. Power dumbo mirrors from mid 90's Dodge Ram light truck and maybe Ram van would flow better. __________________ 1959 M35A2 LDT465-1D SOLD 1967 Dodge W200 B383, NP420/NP201 SOLD 1969 Dodge Polara 500 B383, A833 SOLD 1972 Ford F250 FE390, NP435/NP205 SOLD 1976 Chevy K20, 6.5L, NV4500/NP208 SOLD 1986 M1008 CUCV SOLD 2000 GMC C2500, TD6.5L, NV4500 2005 Chevy Silverado LS 2500HD 6.0L 4L80E/NP263 2009 Impala SS LS4 V8 RTFM... GM Parts Books, GM Schematics, GM service manuals, and GM training materials... 1973-1991 GM Light Truck Service, Unit/Overhaul, Wiring Manuals, Parts Books and Some 1968-1999 GM Service Training textbooks in PDF 1988-1998 GMT400 CK service manual project 1988-1993 GMT400 CK parts books. 1967-1972 GM Light, Medium, & Heavy Truck Service Manuals in PDF Please include at least the year and model in your threads. It'll be easier to answer your questions. And please let us know if and how your repairs were successful.

02-04-2013, 10:37 AM	#6
nekkidhillbilly Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: hazard, ky Posts: 1,674	Re: mirror options other then stock? my idea if i ever get another square is use the mirrors of something like this i could mount them to the door just like oem and there similar to new truck tows but not huge like west coats mirrors. also are power and heated.



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