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warlock2008
03-11-2009, 06:30 PM
can somebody tell me how to remove the mirror glass?

my mirror joint has becoming too flexible and the mirror doesn't stay fixed, so is useless.

There is behind the mirror a mechanism or something? Other method, before i buy a new mirror?
Easy Rider
03-11-2009, 10:58 PM
can somebody tell me how to remove the mirror glass?
my mirror joint has becoming too flexible and the mirror doesn't stay fixed, so is useless.


Examine it carefully. I think you will conclude that it requires a HAMMER to remove the glass.....in little pieces. :cry:

I'm afraid that the only permanent fix is a new one.

On the off chance that the "ball" got some oil or other lube on it, you might try flushing with alcohol; more likely, however, that the spring inside has lost tension.
patrick_777
03-12-2009, 03:42 AM
There are flat spots on the mirror at the ball joint to allow a wrench to remove the mirror from the stalk. It might have access into the actual panel itself. I doubt there would be an easy way to get to it though.

Your best bet is to just get a new (or used) mirror and be done with it.
warlock2008
03-12-2009, 06:16 AM
a new one is on the way!
music man
03-12-2009, 08:50 AM
Don't feel bad, I need a new Right side mirror myself, about every 20-30 miles or so depending on how rough the road is, I have to adjust it a little, it doesn't move as much as yours does, but it is aggravating as hell.
alantf
03-12-2009, 09:50 AM
about every 20-30 miles or so I have to adjust it a little

Could you not adjust it, then put (neatly) a bead of all purpose glue round the visible part of the ball. I'm on pension, so I often find that the so called "redneck" cures work fine.
mrlmd1
03-12-2009, 10:49 AM
Polyurethane glue/caulk would work, could be broken or cut loose if need be, or drip some crazy glue into the ball/socket joint - might work for a while till vibration broke it loose. Cheaper than a new mirror.
Easy Rider
03-12-2009, 11:20 AM
Could you not adjust it, then put (neatly) a bead of all purpose glue round the visible part of the ball. I'm on pension, so I often find that the so called "redneck" cures work fine.

I was gonna suggest something like that too. Might not need a lot; a couple of dabs might do.
I'm impressed with Gorrilla glue; even sealed a tiny hole in a lawn roller with it.

For that kind of application, Super Glue might be better. A couple of small drops of that would wick itself around the whole ball.
warlock2008
03-12-2009, 01:31 PM
glue + tape will be a temp. solution