Author Topic: Rearview Mirror Placement  (Read 6169 times)

Offline bladerunner

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Rearview Mirror Placement
« on: July 26, 2011, 08:45:38 am »
Hi all, new member here with my new-to-me 85 K10 shortbed.

I am in the process of getting my truck inspectable and one of the first things I am doing is reattaching the rearview mirror.  I was wondering if anyone had any specifics on the placement of the mirror?  I realise I can put it where ever feels best to me, but I would like it positioned closest to factory positioning.  Anyone feel like getting a measuring tape out?

I will be sure to post some pics of my rig soon as well. Thanks for the help!
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Offline velojym

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Re: Rearview Mirror Placement
« Reply #1 on: July 26, 2011, 10:50:30 am »
The inspector would certainly be happiest if it were in the original position, but the P.O. of my truck told me he couldn't keep the mirror attached. I haven't tried yet, as that mirror is long gone and I'm used to using the side ones anyway. (no inspections here :) )
I did think about putting a shelf up and just bolting a mirror to that, though.

Offline Dr_Snooz

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Re: Rearview Mirror Placement
« Reply #2 on: July 26, 2011, 10:18:51 pm »
Usually there is a little bit of glue residue where the stock mirror used to be. Do you have a new windshield by any chance? It's dead center horizontally in the windshield and about three inches down from the top.
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