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**special-K** · 03-22-2014, 11:04 AM

I use whatever mirror came on the truck originally or use another option from that year,if another type suits the use of the truck better. I think on my '72 K2500 I'm going to step down from the camper/towing mirrors to the below eyeline,like I did on the '72 Highlander. My '67 will have shortened 67/68s

GRX · 03-22-2014, 11:43 AM

Large back window in my '69. So I am using the small round stock size mirrors from LMC. Like in post #25.

The real question is ... how big is your back window? If small I'd definitely opt for the larger mirrors for better visibility in traffic.

AZBIG1 · 03-22-2014, 02:05 PM

I like how the peep mirrors look but are they even usable? Comments/feedback?

GRX · 03-22-2014, 02:16 PM

Peep mirrors are good for backing down your driveway and little else. In traffic you will always be looking over your shoulder/s.

findog78 · 03-23-2014, 02:03 AM

I like how these look. I looked for them online and theres a 4" pieced coming off the back that looks like it bolts inside the door? Did you cut it off or whats the purpose? I saw them with electric controls too.

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BlacklandCamper · 03-23-2014, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I use whatever mirror came on the truck originally or use another option from that year,if another type suits the use of the truck better. I think on my '72 K2500 I'm going to step down from the camper/towing mirrors to the below eyeline,like I did on the '72 Highlander. My '67 will have shortened 67/68s

Let me know if you don't want those camper mirrors.

dads longhorn · 03-23-2014, 09:16 AM

Iron horse , "not a sports mirror"? You have the ultimate in sports mirrors.
Special K, that white truck is nice!

mcmlxix · 03-23-2014, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by findog78

I like how these look. I looked for them online and theres a 4" pieced coming off the back that looks like it bolts inside the door? Did you cut it off or whats the purpose? I saw them with electric controls too.

I cut that extension off mine... They are too long to fit in the door. I would imagine they would help keep the mirror steady. If I have issues I may add a brace later... but our old sheet metal is thicker then the years of the trucks they came from.

brad_man_72 · 03-23-2014, 06:00 PM

68 chevelle repo mirrors without the bowtie (gasket isn't quite the correct shape but the mirror quality is very good). Also 70 chevelle door handles.
I replaced my peep mirrors for something a little more factory while still being custom, I'm sure most people won't ever notice.

Apparently they CAN be used for towing. I always look over my shoulders anyways so small or no mirrors don't bother me much.

Chevy69'c20 · 03-24-2014, 07:54 PM

I am running these that came on the truck, I believe they were a factory option but I don't know

Leonard1 · 03-24-2014, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by BugzC10

Old picture, but I switched to something I could actually see what was behind me...

Bugz,

Are those 5-1/2" stainless mirrors? If so, I was looking at a set of them from the truckandcarshop.com. I guess you like them?

Tillik · 03-24-2014, 09:23 PM

PO installed those same tiny round Chevelle mirrors. I cannot see the passenger side mirror to save my life. It was mounted symmetrical to the driver door and that is no bueno. So I found some original used sport mirrors and will clean them up. Still need to fabricate some backer plates which should be fun.

Andy4639 · 03-25-2014, 06:28 AM

Street scene mirrors. My own version of a one peice side window. Yes I can see out of them just fine. I mounted them where I needed them to see.

BugzC10 · 03-25-2014, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Leonard1

Bugz,

Are those 5-1/2" stainless mirrors? If so, I was looking at a set of them from the truckandcarshop.com. I guess you like them?

Went out and messured them ....yep 5.5" Stainless. And yes I can see behind me in both of them...

bpatrol · 12-07-2014, 06:22 AM

bringing it back up because I think its an awesome thread with awesome ideas!
please post whatever mirrors you are using, Thanks and happy holidays
bpatrol

03-22-2014, 11:04 AM	#26
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: what mirrors are you using? pics? I use whatever mirror came on the truck originally or use another option from that year,if another type suits the use of the truck better. I think on my '72 K2500 I'm going to step down from the camper/towing mirrors to the below eyeline,like I did on the '72 Highlander. My '67 will have shortened 67/68s Attached Images __________________ "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 ~

03-22-2014, 11:43 AM	#27
GRX Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MD Posts: 1,937	Re: what mirrors are you using? pics? Large back window in my '69. So I am using the small round stock size mirrors from LMC. Like in post #25. The real question is ... how big is your back window? If small I'd definitely opt for the larger mirrors for better visibility in traffic. __________________ 1969 c-10 Step Side Long Bed. I-6 250cid = = 1969 Pontiac GTO hard top. 400, 4-speed.

03-22-2014, 02:05 PM	#28
AZBIG1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Phoenix Arizona Posts: 67	Re: what mirrors are you using? pics? I like how the peep mirrors look but are they even usable? Comments/feedback?

03-22-2014, 02:16 PM	#29
GRX Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MD Posts: 1,937	Re: what mirrors are you using? pics? Peep mirrors are good for backing down your driveway and little else. In traffic you will always be looking over your shoulder/s. __________________ 1969 c-10 Step Side Long Bed. I-6 250cid = = 1969 Pontiac GTO hard top. 400, 4-speed.

03-23-2014, 09:16 AM	#32
dads longhorn Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: New mexico Posts: 369	Re: what mirrors are you using? pics? Iron horse , "not a sports mirror"? You have the ultimate in sports mirrors. Special K, that white truck is nice!

03-23-2014, 06:00 PM	#34
brad_man_72 the boat guy Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: springfield mo Posts: 2,339	Re: what mirrors are you using? pics? 68 chevelle repo mirrors without the bowtie (gasket isn't quite the correct shape but the mirror quality is very good). Also 70 chevelle door handles. I replaced my peep mirrors for something a little more factory while still being custom, I'm sure most people won't ever notice. Apparently they CAN be used for towing. I always look over my shoulders anyways so small or no mirrors don't bother me much. Attached Images __________________ 67, swb, fleet, tach, throttle, 5.3, 4l60e, 3.73's, fuel cell, 5 lug, p.d.b., 4-6 drop. great little truck 66, stevens drag/ski 18' silouette, 350, 2.02 doublehump heads. comp extreme marine 278 cam, vette 7 fin valve covers, old polished edelbrock intake, velvetdrive, casale v-drive, adj cavitation plate. 28, model a rpu project,

03-24-2014, 07:54 PM	#35
Chevy69'c20 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Elon, NC Posts: 3	Re: what mirrors are you using? pics? I am running these that came on the truck, I believe they were a factory option but I don't know Attached Images

03-24-2014, 09:23 PM	#37
Tillik Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Layton, Utah Posts: 186	Re: what mirrors are you using? pics? PO installed those same tiny round Chevelle mirrors. I cannot see the passenger side mirror to save my life. It was mounted symmetrical to the driver door and that is no bueno. So I found some original used sport mirrors and will clean them up. Still need to fabricate some backer plates which should be fun. __________________ James B. 1967 Chevy Fleetside Shortbed 4X2 (Black & Beautiful) 1971 Chevy Fleetside Shortbed 4X4 (White & Rough)

03-25-2014, 06:28 AM	#38
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: what mirrors are you using? pics? Street scene mirrors. My own version of a one peice side window. Yes I can see out of them just fine. I mounted them where I needed them to see. __________________ 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. Last edited by Andy4639; 03-25-2014 at 10:36 AM.

12-07-2014, 06:22 AM	#40
bpatrol Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: tucson,az Posts: 274	Re: what mirrors are you using? pics? bringing it back up because I think its an awesome thread with awesome ideas! please post whatever mirrors you are using, Thanks and happy holidays bpatrol



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