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jim larson


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 I have an original 66 chevelle mirror that I am thinking of restoring.  But kind of shocked at the price by the Mirror Lady .  She just quoted me about $300 with dated glass.  I wonder if there might be some less expensive options?  I do have an original mirror in excellent condition on the car now; but its for a later 67 Chevelle that did not have the bowtie. Maybe if someone is interested it that mirror to help defray the cost.  I see correct reproductions available for around $60; but not dated.   Poor incorrect reproduction without the snap ring, etc for around $30.  Thanks.



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Chris R


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Might not find it that much cheaper. Ive found they arent cheap to have done. Is it the outside mirror or the rear view mirror? I plan to replace my door mirror. It doesnt stay in place and the mounting is loose. I never really considered having it restored, I guess its not worth the 300 dollar expense to me. But thats just me personally.



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Chris R wrote:

Might not find it that much cheaper. Ive found they arent cheap to have done. Is it the outside mirror or the rear view mirror? I plan to replace my door mirror. It doesnt stay in place and the mounting is loose. I never really considered having it restored, I guess its not worth the 300 dollar expense to me. But thats just me personally.

 When I dug it out this morning, it was much better than I though.  Base was perfect as was the glass, Just a few minor pits from age on the backside chrome of the glass.  Have to get within 2 feet to see anything.  So I have it installed and will see the late 67 mirror. Looks like you would have to break the glass to get the snap ring on that holds the glass in.

I think I have read somewhere of a procedure to  help tighten up the area around the swivel ball, so it stay put.  Looks like I will have to go into mirror restoration.



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