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I need some side mirrors for my "26 Touring and I wonder if anyone knows of a source. I checked out my local antique F**d parts place hoping to use Model T mirrors. However those don't fit since they are made to clamp onto round stanchions and mine are square. What is everyone else doing for touring side mirrors?
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This may get a bit confusing without a picture. Remove the bottom bolt that holds the windshield stanchions. Secure some round stock of the same size as the bolt. Use a piece about 14 inches long. Thread one end about 1 1/2 inches. Screw on a nut and run it all the way to the end of the threads. Use a large hammer and pound out the other end for about 3/4 inch and 1/2 inch thick. Drill a hole in this area that will accept a round black truck mirror. Bend the rod in a slight circle. Insert the threaded end at the place you removed the bolt. Place a lock washer and nut and tighten the nut so the curve in the rod is in a good position for the mirror. Insert the mirror mounting stud through the hole you drilled in the outer end. Tighten. Adjust mirror for best rear view. I use one on the right side also. With the rear view mirror mounted above the windshield, and the one or two mirrors you have mounted you will be able to see much better to the rear and be a safer driver.  
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Raymundo..hey! that sounds kinda like an "original"idea!  
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Thanks. What a great idea. Why didn't I think of that?
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I spent some time yesterday making the mirror arms out of 3/8 round steel and trying to find suitable mirrors. I found the most difficult part in making the arms is getting a nice smooth bend. Is there a trick to make this easier? I was unable to locate a suitable mirror head thus far. The best I could find was a 5 x 7 rectangular mirror which would make for great visibility but probably wouldn't look right. What size is the recommended size and should it be flat or convex?
I was surprised that no one but Antique Mechanic responded with suggestions. Does that mean most of you are driving without side mirrors? I find that especially with the top up visibility is really poor.
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The round mirrors used (for instance) on the '47-'53 trucks are round, about the right size (at a guess - 3-1/2" or 4" diameter), and are readily available as a reproduction item for the trucks. And they mount with a single threaded screw out the center back of the mirror, as in Ray's design above. Put an acorn nut on the end, and it will look like it grew there!
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Hi Arend, As ChevyGuru said mirrors off a later year model should fit a mate of mine has them on his 26 truck I think he said he got them from the filling station and were off a mid 40 s to 50 s model . When he is back from the Easter break I will ask him. On my 28 tourer I need to install some mirrors but have the added problem of the side roller curtains and the front side deflectors/flaps. I have to either cut holes in the flaps to mount the mirrors or attach them to the top bow. Because of the side roller curtains the hood won't fold back. Cheers peter.
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Hi Chevnovice,
Although I do not have side wind deflectors, I had the problem or working around side curtains. I made a bracket that attaches to the lower windscreen bots where it comes throgh the upright. The bracket is made from approx 1" x 1/8" and is bent at 90 degrees to fit betweeen the side curtain and the upright. It then has a 180 degree bend and runs across the out side of the side curtain. I would suggest you as me, avoid at all costs cutting the side curtain. It took me a while to think this up , but it works for me. Let me know if you would like a few photos.
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Some say "Street is neat". I prefer "1928 is great" I have documented my 45 years with a 1928 Chev Tourer, from 1973 to 2018, and regulary add other items that I hope are of interest to others. Your comments are most welcome.The story of the Red Chev can be viewed at http://my28chev.blogspot.com/
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Drill a hole in this area that will accept a round black truck mirror
RAY Chevradioman http://www.vccacolumbiariverregion.org/1925 Superior K Roadster 1928 Convertible, Sport, Cabriolet 1933 Eagle, Coupe 1941 Master Deluxe 5-Passenger Coupe 1950 Styleline Deluxe 4-Door Sedan 1950 Styleline Deluxe Convertible 2002 Pontiac, Montana, Passenger Van 2014 Impala, 4-Door Sedan, White Diamond, LTZ 2017 Silverado, Double Cab, Z71, 4X4, White, Standard Bed, LTZ If you need a shoulder to cry on, pull off to the side of the road. Death is the number 1 killer in the world.
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Ray and Antique machanic thanks for the ideas I will check out both its crazy out in the traffic with out side mirrors. Cheers peter
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i found some motorcycle mirrors rethreaded the ends put them in the upper stantion holes . dont shake too bad but i cant put the side curtans on with the mirrors on but i dont use them verry often . the mirrors have the correct bend are chrome and look like they belong . i picked them up at a swap meet and cost verry little . hope this helps
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I used motorcycle mirrors on my 1919 attached to the front top bow on the right side. With the top down I can use the long one I made for the windshield.
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