Vanity Mirror hinges are the devil !
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2011
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From: Rocklin CA
Vanity Mirror hinges are the devil !
im convinced that the vanity mirror hinges are the devil ! I have now both the driver and the passenger side visor mirror hinges broken. I was quoted some retared amount of money by the dealership to have them replaced. Appartnly according to a good buddy that works at GM this is extermly common but still falls under normal wear and tear..
Does anyone have a prefered place to order these that wont break the bank used or new makes no differnce to me. To be honest i dont ever use them but the fiance is beyond adimit about checking her make up every 10 minutes or so 
Thank guys/ gals. As always have a great day.
-Big Sarge
Does anyone have a prefered place to order these that wont break the bank used or new makes no differnce to me. To be honest i dont ever use them but the fiance is beyond adimit about checking her make up every 10 minutes or so Thank guys/ gals. As always have a great day. -Big Sarge
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: Owasso OK
It's been reported by several members over the years. It happened to me as well, but I had mine replaced under warranty.
I suppose next time it happens to me (warranty has expired) I'll check prices at gmpartshouse.com or partstaxi.com.
By the way, as a preventative, some have suggested to put a drop of lubricant (annually) on the visor hinges.
I suppose next time it happens to me (warranty has expired) I'll check prices at gmpartshouse.com or partstaxi.com.
By the way, as a preventative, some have suggested to put a drop of lubricant (annually) on the visor hinges.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: Oceanside CA
It's been reported by several members over the years. It happened to me as well, but I had mine replaced under warranty.
I suppose next time it happens to me (warranty has expired) I'll check prices at gmpartshouse.com or partstaxi.com.
By the way, as a preventative, some have suggested to put a drop of lubricant (annually) on the visor hinges.
I suppose next time it happens to me (warranty has expired) I'll check prices at gmpartshouse.com or partstaxi.com.
By the way, as a preventative, some have suggested to put a drop of lubricant (annually) on the visor hinges.
Team Owner
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From: Far NW 'burbs of Chicago
St. Jude Donor '13
We've been using a tiny dab of dielectric silicone grease (the stuff GM also recommends for your weatherstrip) on each hinge, both opened and closed. Then put just a little of the grease on a Q-tip and rub it where the lid rubs against the frame as it opens and closes.
So far, so good...
BTW, some owners have given up on the hinges and use sticky-back Velcro to hold the cover in place. I haven't seen any pics or long term reports on how that works.
So far, so good...
BTW, some owners have given up on the hinges and use sticky-back Velcro to hold the cover in place. I haven't seen any pics or long term reports on how that works.
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Cruising
Joined: Feb 2010
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From: Riverton, Utah
Replaced mine from Parts Taxi
I just replaced my visors from Parts taxi and they broke again in 2 weeks. I don't know what to do to make them last. Is there an aftermarket someone has thought of here.
Team Owner
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Southern Utah
We've been using a tiny dab of dielectric silicone grease (the stuff GM also recommends for your weatherstrip) on each hinge, both opened and closed. Then put just a little of the grease on a Q-tip and rub it where the lid rubs against the frame as it opens and closes.
So far, so good...
BTW, some owners have given up on the hinges and use sticky-back Velcro to hold the cover in place. I haven't seen any pics or long term reports on how that works.
So far, so good...
BTW, some owners have given up on the hinges and use sticky-back Velcro to hold the cover in place. I haven't seen any pics or long term reports on how that works.
Cruising
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 14
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From: Riverton, Utah
Parts Taxi
Well I just posted that I purchased some from Parts Taxi and they broke but when I emailed them they are replacing them so my experience with them has been good but the vanity visors still suck.
Team Owner
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From: Far NW 'burbs of Chicago
St. Jude Donor '13
Did you try this?
We've been using a tiny dab of dielectric silicone grease (the stuff GM also recommends for your weatherstrip) on each hinge, both opened and closed. Then put just a little of the grease on a Q-tip and rub it where the lid rubs against the frame as it opens and closes.
So far, so good...
...
So far, so good...
...
But I suspect the answer is not that simple, so when someone figures out what's going on, please post!
