LD writes:
> I am in dire need of some information regarding installation of a
> replacement rear-view mirror. My 1971 has a suction cap mirror with a 5 inch
> mirror on it - The rubber suction cap has deteriorated over the years, and
> won't stick. I have not been able to find any replacement mirrors of less
> than 7 inches, which completely block the view on the large windshield, as
> you can imagine.
>
From what I can tell, a rear view mirror was an option for a
Morgan. I've owned my '65 car since '68 and it didn't have a
RVM when I purchased it. I finally purchased a suction cup
mirror back in '69. I've seen several cars with the very small
dash mount mirrors. So either one appears to be valid.
I had the same problems with the mirror on my '65 4/4. I really
didn't like the suction cup mirrors. They had a habbit of falling
off or just not sticking. What I finally did when I restored my
car ('88-'92) was go to Chrysler and purchased a "current" rear view
mirror /w the day night option and one of the little metal glue on
mounts (total cost approx. $35). Then I simply glued the mount on and attached
the mirror.
I will mention that if you do this, I suggest that you mount the
mirror near the top of the windscreen as the angle for the day/night
appears to be require that. I mounted mine near the dash board and I
don't get a sharp refection.
'48 TR1800 '65 Morgan 4/4 Series V
'75 Bricklin '77 Spitfire
John
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John T. Blair (WA4OHZ) - jblair@massolant.navy.mil
NAVMASSO Code 331 - Phone (804) 523-8133 (Comm)
1441 Crossways Blvd. 565-8133 (DSN)
Chesapeake, VA. 23320-2843
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