What are you using for a review mirror? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

BigSix · 04-23-2014, 10:34 PM

My GMC didn't come with a rear view mirror. I don't see anywhere in the metal roof where you would screw one in. Were they supposed to be affixed to the windshield? Any pics would be amazing.

Dillon Rock · 04-23-2014, 10:46 PM

From some that I have seen they were either affixed to the windshield or screwed into the roof. I believe it depended on the years as well. Look around too to see what was the option for your truck.

terbronco7 · 04-23-2014, 11:03 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1398308571

This is how I have mine! Still have yet to put the head on but you get the idea.

terbronco7 · 04-23-2014, 11:05 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1398308696
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1398308720

jtrichard · 04-23-2014, 11:13 PM

60/66 were never glued to the windshield most did not have a inside/center mirror as they had left and right side outside mirrors ... what is shown above is what they used when it had inside mirror

markeb01 · 04-24-2014, 01:28 AM

My 1960 GMC didn’t come with an inside mirror either, as the original owner put a camper shell on when the truck was new.

I bought one of the OEM style inside mirrors and was never happy with it. Like so many reproduction mirrors the head doesn’t “flip straight” when switching from night to day setting. I replaced it with a cheap $5.00 glue on mirror from Walmart. It is steady as a rock and doesn’t change the view whether set on day or night.

corvettejim1968 · 04-24-2014, 08:12 AM

you would think the rear view mirror is standard but it was an option. my cab had just the basics. i had to add the passenger sun visor,both arm rests and yes the rear view mirror. i found center used the mount as a template marked the holes and drilled. came out just fine.

BigSix · 04-24-2014, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by corvettejim1968

you would think the rear view mirror is standard but it was an option. my cab had just the basics. i had to add the passenger sun visor,both arm rests and yes the rear view mirror. i found center used the mount as a template marked the holes and drilled. came out just fine.

Thats a good looking mirror - where did you pick that up?

familyfast64 · 04-24-2014, 11:56 AM

Not original and hard to see very far behind you with a small back window but the wink mirror is kinda cool.

terbronco7 · 04-24-2014, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by familyfast64

Not original and hard to see very far behind you with a small back window but the wink mirror is kinda cool.

I really like that!

familyfast64 · 04-25-2014, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by terbronco7

I really like that!

Thanks, it's pretty cool and looks good from the front. You really can't use sun visors tho.

el minero · 04-25-2014, 12:18 AM

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corvettejim1968 · 04-25-2014, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by BigSix

Thats a good looking mirror - where did you pick that up?

i bought it at Grumpys in Phoenix

04-23-2014, 10:34 PM	#1
BigSix Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: MD/VA/PA Or Inbetween Posts: 413	What are you using for a review mirror? My GMC didn't come with a rear view mirror. I don't see anywhere in the metal roof where you would screw one in. Were they supposed to be affixed to the windshield? Any pics would be amazing.

04-23-2014, 10:46 PM	#2
Dillon Rock Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Bangor, Michigan Posts: 375	Re: What are you using for a review mirror? From some that I have seen they were either affixed to the windshield or screwed into the roof. I believe it depended on the years as well. Look around too to see what was the option for your truck. __________________ That's the thing about a Chevrolet, no matter how they look, whether it be a trailer queen or a good ol' used farm truck, no other truck on the road will always look that damn good wearing a Bowtie.

04-23-2014, 11:03 PM	#3
terbronco7 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Evansville Posts: 121	Re: What are you using for a review mirror? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1398308571 This is how I have mine! Still have yet to put the head on but you get the idea. Attached Images

04-23-2014, 11:05 PM	#4
terbronco7 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Evansville Posts: 121	Re: What are you using for a review mirror? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1398308696 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1398308720 Attached Images

04-23-2014, 11:13 PM	#5
jtrichard Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: joshua tree ca. Posts: 1,484	Re: What are you using for a review mirror? 60/66 were never glued to the windshield most did not have a inside/center mirror as they had left and right side outside mirrors ... what is shown above is what they used when it had inside mirror Last edited by jtrichard; 04-23-2014 at 11:40 PM.

04-24-2014, 01:28 AM	#6
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What are you using for a review mirror? My 1960 GMC didn’t come with an inside mirror either, as the original owner put a camper shell on when the truck was new. I bought one of the OEM style inside mirrors and was never happy with it. Like so many reproduction mirrors the head doesn’t “flip straight” when switching from night to day setting. I replaced it with a cheap $5.00 glue on mirror from Walmart. It is steady as a rock and doesn’t change the view whether set on day or night. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

04-24-2014, 08:12 AM	#7
corvettejim1968 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 946	Re: What are you using for a review mirror? you would think the rear view mirror is standard but it was an option. my cab had just the basics. i had to add the passenger sun visor,both arm rests and yes the rear view mirror. i found center used the mount as a template marked the holes and drilled. came out just fine. __________________ Hand Made Factory reproduction A/C vents text or call 602-361-6421 Website for A/C vents https://coolc10.com/

04-24-2014, 11:56 AM	#9
familyfast64 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Cheney, Kansas Posts: 337	Re: What are you using for a review mirror? Not original and hard to see very far behind you with a small back window but the wink mirror is kinda cool. Attached Images __________________ Live and let live

04-25-2014, 12:18 AM	#12
el minero Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Frampton's Mountain UT Posts: 47	Re: What are you using for a review mirror?



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