Mirror Replacement Question
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Burning Brakes
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From: Oswego New York
Mirror Replacement Question
The inside rear view mirror in my '70 has dark streaks in the mirror itself. The rest of the assembly is fine. I was wondering if anyone has replaced just the mirror (glass) portion of the assembly.
I know I can easily purchase a repop replacement unit, but I tend to first try to keep my parts as original as possible.
Thanks for your input / opinions.
I know I can easily purchase a repop replacement unit, but I tend to first try to keep my parts as original as possible.
Thanks for your input / opinions.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: McHenry Illinois
I considered a repro for my 75, but the one with the map light was not available. I replaced the glass, it looks and works good.
I got mine from Zip
I got mine from Zip
Last edited by '75; Oct 13, 2008 at 05:04 PM.
Team Owner
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From: Westminster Maryland
Hi 70,
Paragon sells mirrors they've reconditioned with new glass. Perhaps they'd sell you the glass so you could do it yourself. Worth a call?
Regards,
Alan
I can't remember ...is the glass dated? I believe the exterior rear view mirror is.
Paragon sells mirrors they've reconditioned with new glass. Perhaps they'd sell you the glass so you could do it yourself. Worth a call?
Regards,
Alan
I can't remember ...is the glass dated? I believe the exterior rear view mirror is.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Wichita Kansas
The inside rear view mirror in my '70 has dark streaks in the mirror itself. The rest of the assembly is fine. I was wondering if anyone has replaced just the mirror (glass) portion of the assembly.
I know I can easily purchase a repop replacement unit, but I tend to first try to keep my parts as original as possible.
Thanks for your input / opinions.
I know I can easily purchase a repop replacement unit, but I tend to first try to keep my parts as original as possible.
Thanks for your input / opinions.
Last edited by kansas123; Oct 12, 2008 at 09:39 PM. Reason: correct a word
Thread Starter
Burning Brakes
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From: Oswego New York
Melting Slicks
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From: Wichita Kansas
I had it done locally, I can try and dig up the details but I know it was close to Wichita (Kansas). I seem to remember it was about $25.00. It is getting more difficult all the time to find places that do that sort of thing.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Oswego New York
Today I talked to a company that will re-silver my ('70) inside rear view mirror ... here's my question.
Other than warming up the rubber edging, rolling it back a little, and carefully prying off the mirror from the frame, has anyone successfully separated their mirror and frame without damaging any parts?
I've gotten one other suggestion so far, and that was to soak the assembly in mineral spirits to soften the adhesive, but I don't know if that would harm the rubber trim.
I need advice ... please help.
Other than warming up the rubber edging, rolling it back a little, and carefully prying off the mirror from the frame, has anyone successfully separated their mirror and frame without damaging any parts?
I've gotten one other suggestion so far, and that was to soak the assembly in mineral spirits to soften the adhesive, but I don't know if that would harm the rubber trim.
I need advice ... please help.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Wichita Kansas
Seems to me that there was not that much adhesive on the back of mine when I got it to let go. Just used the flatest most flexible piece of material to slip under the mirror and it popped loose. Sorry, can't remember what exactly I used. Best of luck, let me know how it turns out. Regards.
Le Mans Master
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From: Toronto Ontario
Today I talked to a company that will re-silver my ('70) inside rear view mirror ... here's my question.
Other than warming up the rubber edging, rolling it back a little, and carefully prying off the mirror from the frame, has anyone successfully separated their mirror and frame without damaging any parts?
I've gotten one other suggestion so far, and that was to soak the assembly in mineral spirits to soften the adhesive, but I don't know if that would harm the rubber trim.
I need advice ... please help.
Other than warming up the rubber edging, rolling it back a little, and carefully prying off the mirror from the frame, has anyone successfully separated their mirror and frame without damaging any parts?
I've gotten one other suggestion so far, and that was to soak the assembly in mineral spirits to soften the adhesive, but I don't know if that would harm the rubber trim.
I need advice ... please help.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 2002
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From: Midland TX
I've got the same deal with my 72 mirror.
Someone sent me a contact that restored his mirror.
Robert Kauffman
755 iron stone rd.
New Cumberland, Pa. 17070
717-938-2731
In 2001 he charged about $35 plus shipping.
I'm going to call him tomorrow about redoing my mirror.
Someone sent me a contact that restored his mirror.
Robert Kauffman
755 iron stone rd.
New Cumberland, Pa. 17070
717-938-2731
In 2001 he charged about $35 plus shipping.
I'm going to call him tomorrow about redoing my mirror.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Oswego New York
I've got a quote to re-silver mine for $35.00 plus shipping and insurance both ways. They are going to do one more batch sometime between now and Christmas. Here's the contact information:
A Moment In Time Enterprises
107 West Lincoln #301
Wellington, KS 67152
316-529-2790
A Moment In Time Enterprises
107 West Lincoln #301
Wellington, KS 67152
316-529-2790