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[GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162132] Sat, 03 March 2012 19:36 Go to next message
Gary Berry is currently offline  Gary Berry   United States
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Hey All;

I have the Rugusa support for the driver's side mirror. I broke the
mirror today and now need a replacement. The mirror looks like a 70s
or 80s Chevy truck mirror. Anybody know where I can get one (or two)?
These have a chrome like housing. Thanks.

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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162134 is a reply to message #162132] Sat, 03 March 2012 19:41 Go to previous messageGo to next message
USAussie is currently offline  USAussie   United States
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Gary,

A picture (with dimensions) would be helpful.

Regards,
Rob M.

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From: Gary Berry


Hey All;

I have the Rugusa support for the driver's side mirror. I broke the
mirror today and now need a replacement. The mirror looks like a 70s
or 80s Chevy truck mirror. Anybody know where I can get one (or two)?
These have a chrome like housing. Thanks.

--
Gary

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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162140 is a reply to message #162132] Sat, 03 March 2012 20:08 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Ken Henderson is currently offline  Ken Henderson   United States
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Gary,

I'll try to remember to check the shop tomorrow; I may have one.

Ken H.


On Sat, Mar 3, 2012 at 8:36 PM, Gary Berry wrote:
> Hey All;
>
>   I have the Rugusa support for the driver's side mirror. I broke the
> mirror today and now need a replacement. The mirror looks like a 70s
> or 80s Chevy truck mirror. Anybody know where I can get one (or two)?
> These have a chrome like housing. Thanks.
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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162146 is a reply to message #162140] Sat, 03 March 2012 20:52 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Gary Berry is currently offline  Gary Berry   United States
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Hey Rob;

It's dark here now, but I'll get a picture and dimensions in the morning.

Hey Ken;

Thanks. Just let me know.

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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162150 is a reply to message #162132] Sat, 03 March 2012 21:09 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Dennis S is currently offline  Dennis S   United States
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Gary,

Advance Auto has a selection of mirror heads...
this one, Part No. RH075 looks similar to the original GMC mirror. About $17 ...

Dennis

Gary Berry wrote on Sat, 03 March 2012 19:36

Hey All;

I have the Rugusa support for the driver's side mirror. I broke the
mirror today and now need a replacement. The mirror looks like a 70s
or 80s Chevy truck mirror. Anybody know where I can get one (or two)?
These have a chrome like housing. Thanks.

--
Gary and Diana Berry
73 CL Stretch in Wa.
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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162153 is a reply to message #162150] Sat, 03 March 2012 21:21 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Dennis S is currently offline  Dennis S   United States
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Gary,

I thought to check -- there do not appear to be any Advance Auto in Washington -- but Oriellys cares the mirror, K Source RH075, and shows 80 stores in-state.
Other part stores may have as well..

Dennis

Dennis S wrote on Sat, 03 March 2012 21:09

Gary,

Advance Auto has a selection of mirror heads...
this one, Part No. RH075 looks similar to the original GMC mirror. About $17 ...

Dennis

Gary Berry wrote on Sat, 03 March 2012 19:36

Hey All;

I have the Rugusa support for the driver's side mirror. I broke the
mirror today and now need a replacement. The mirror looks like a 70s
or 80s Chevy truck mirror. Anybody know where I can get one (or two)?
These have a chrome like housing. Thanks.

--
Gary and Diana Berry
73 CL Stretch in Wa.
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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162162 is a reply to message #162153] Sat, 03 March 2012 22:43 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Don A is currently offline  Don A   United States
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<<<< broke the mirror today and now need a replacement >>>>

many auto parts stores have replacement mirror glass for the original mirror head.

Don Adams Dallas, TX
'76 26' Glenbrook, '90 Sidekick
rebuilt by R Archer, powered by J Bounds, Koba
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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162182 is a reply to message #162162] Sun, 04 March 2012 10:34 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Ken Henderson is currently offline  Ken Henderson   United States
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Gary,

I do have a mirror, but it has a few rust spots around the mounting
ear; and, worse, a couple of 1 sq in or so blemishes, around the
edges, in the silvering. It wil probably fit into a USPS medium flat
rate box (I didn't measure). But, I suspect the $11.35 rate for that
makes it a poor alternative to one of the new ones identified.

It's yours if you want it.

Ken H.
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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162188 is a reply to message #162132] Sun, 04 March 2012 11:34 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Gary:

My experience is that many of the aftermarket mirror heads, and bases for that matter, are made in China and chromed. I have no idea why Chromed things coming from China rust but they do and I have always been quite disappointed. ( Jim K says they add Chop Suey to the mix).i Your factory head is made from stainless steel and as you can see probably has no or little rust.

May I suggest sticking with one of these three options:
- Accept any used one that comes along
- finding a new Factory head ( they were used for quite a few years and should be easily found)
- If the head itself has not been physically damaged, bring your head to a glass shop ( I've been surprised the number of times they have been able to reglaze these items.)

Best regards

John and Cathie Heslinga 1974 Canyonlands 260 455, Manny tranny and 1 ton, 3:70 LS, Red Seal Journeyman, DTE, BEd. MEd. Edmonton, Alberta

[Updated on: Sun, 04 March 2012 11:37]

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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162206 is a reply to message #162188] Sun, 04 March 2012 14:13 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Gary Berry is currently offline  Gary Berry   United States
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Hey Guys;

Thanks for all of the help and the offers of help. I'm going to
take a look at a set of mirrors that came off of a 73 Chevy van. The
head looks lke the same size and now I just need to verify that the
single bolt mounting is the same. Thanks again for all of the help.

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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162272 is a reply to message #162206] Mon, 05 March 2012 09:40 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Gary Berry is currently offline  Gary Berry   United States
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Hey All;

Yep, the 73 Chevy Van mirror works just fine. It is stainless and
it looks great.

Gary and Diana Berry
73 CL Stretch in Wa.
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Re: [GMCnet] Driver's Side Mirror [message #162274 is a reply to message #162272] Mon, 05 March 2012 10:05 Go to previous message
Mr ERFisher is currently offline  Mr ERFisher   United States
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WHAT????
NO PICTURE???

gene


On Mon, Mar 5, 2012 at 7:40 AM, Gary Berry <duallycc@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hey All;
>
> Yep, the 73 Chevy Van mirror works just fine. It is stainless and
> it looks great.
>
> Gary and Diana Berry
> 73 CL Stretch in Wa.
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