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Old May 20, 2005 | 10:38 PM
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The retaining ring that compresses the spring down on the swivel post/pipe came off. Has anyone had and fixed this? I think I could get it if the mirror was not in the way. Does the mirror come /snap out without doing damage? E-mail me at Davidmsnerd@AOL.com.
Thanks, D. Marter.
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Old May 21, 2005 | 04:36 AM
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The common DIY fix for that is to just put a screw through both the movable part and the base. Your mirror won't pivot any more, but it's a cheap and easy fix.

You can see illustrated instructions for how to remove the glass portion or the entire mirror assembly at this link:
http://www.muthco.com/techsupport/pdfs/21001070.pdf

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Old May 31, 2005 | 11:00 AM
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Same thing happened to my 97...Ed is your guy to fix it...just got mine fixed last week.

This Guy will repair "your" mirror with the "broken clip" syndrome. "A permanent repair, guaranteed NOT to break" Send the complete mirror w/wiring harness, with ck or money order for $70.00 inc. shipping and handling. He offers a two day turn around after the mirror is received. He even offers by phone, mirror removal & installation instructions, ph# after 4:30 pm 330-757-9466. Name & address: Ed H. Swaneck, 4030 Simon Road, Bordman, Ohio 44512.

Give him a call....he is a nice guy.
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