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> What is the best way to remove a rear view mirror without causing damage to the mirror or windshield?
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post Dec 17 2012, 09:29 AM
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What is the best way to remove a glued-on rear view mirror from the windshield without damaging the windshield?
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post Dec 17 2012, 09:38 AM
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It isn't glued on. It has an adhesive patch that fits to the back of the mirror base and gets stuck to the windshield. Use a very sharp razor blade to remove it.

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) Or a Sawzall if you're going to replace the windshield (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Dec 17 2012, 09:46 AM
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I have used penetrating oil, but the windshield wasn't attached.

I can't say for certain if that helped but I couldn't get it off before trying that. I have heard of them separating the glass with the forced required to remove them.
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post Dec 17 2012, 09:52 AM
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QUOTE(ConeDodger @ Dec 17 2012, 10:38 AM) *

It isn't glued on. It has an adhesive patch that fits to the back of the mirror base and gets stuck to the windshield. Use a very sharp razor blade to remove it.

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) Or a Sawzall if you're going to replace the windshield (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)


Well, it's not an OEM rear view mirror and it's really hazy from behind so it's not easy to see out of. So I want to remove it and put an OEM one on. I have one on my other car if I can't find one, but I'll need to find out how to remove that one.

This windshield is new, so I don't want to damage it.
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post Dec 17 2012, 09:56 AM
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See that's relevant information. Who knows how a non-stock RVM was put on? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/huh.gif)

Well, all I can say is heat activates adhesive then use the very sharp razor method. Not too much heat and not too concentrated. Just get the window nice and warm and try and force the razor blade behind it. Adhesive remover to remove the goo on the window when you're done.
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post Dec 17 2012, 10:55 AM
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Heat up the glass with a hair dryer and wiggle it off
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post Dec 17 2012, 04:23 PM
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+1 Don't burn it, you can delaminate the glass, just get it pretty hot. I have a single sided razor scraper that I use to go around while it's hot. Pops them right off, then the razor to clean up the residual glue.
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post Dec 20 2012, 09:17 PM
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Once I have the mirror off, how can I remove the residue to get a good clean surface and where do I get this adhesive strip to re-attach? Thanks for your input, guys! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Dec 21 2012, 12:46 AM
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Have you ever wondered why it's called a rear view mirror. I mean, what else would you view with a mirror...a front view? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

Oh yeah, you can clean up the adhesive residue with some lighter fluid, or mineral spirits.
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post Dec 21 2012, 01:34 AM
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Where can I find this adhesive pad to re-attach? I remermber ther e used to be a clear glue you would use and have to press and hold mirror in place for several minutes. It never really lasted that long. Someone mentioned an adhesive pad? What's the best and strongest way to re-attach?
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post Dec 21 2012, 02:19 AM
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QUOTE(tumamilhem @ Dec 20 2012, 11:34 PM) *

Where can I find this adhesive pad to re-attach? I remermber ther e used to be a clear glue you would use and have to press and hold mirror in place for several minutes. It never really lasted that long. Someone mentioned an adhesive pad? What's the best and strongest way to re-attach?


The adhesive mirror pad can be obtained from the dealer or Pelican Parts
($3.25 ea). I also assume that Automobile Atlanta has them.
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post Dec 21 2012, 05:45 AM
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I just put in a new windshield and I had problems with the original mirror staying on the original windshield. The new windshield was so purdy I didn't want to mess it up so I bought a Porsche 914 interior rear view mirror BMW conversion on Ebay. Screws into your sun visor holes and takes it place.


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post Dec 21 2012, 09:21 AM
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Oh nice! Was that specially made or is it something I can order?

I assume since that's attached to the underside of the top of the windshield trim, it sits a bit higher that original placement for original? How is your view? Is it too high to where the roll bar is obstructing your view?
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post Dec 21 2012, 10:36 AM
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It is a little higher than normal but no problems. The vendor makes these and sells on Ebay:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Porsche-914-interi...mp;cmd=ViewItem


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Oh nice! Was that specially made or is it something I can order?

I assume since that's attached to the underside of the top of the windshield trim, it sits a bit higher that original placement for original? How is your view? Is it too high to where the roll bar is obstructing your view?
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post Dec 21 2012, 12:11 PM
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QUOTE(JawjaPorsche @ Dec 21 2012, 03:45 AM) *

I just put in a new windshield and I had problems with the original mirror staying on the original windshield. The new windshield was so purdy I didn't want to mess it up so I bought a Porsche 914 interior rear view mirror BMW conversion on Ebay. Screws into your sun visor holes and takes it place.


I did this too...highly recommend...clean look from outside the car.
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QUOTE(JawjaPorsche @ Dec 21 2012, 05:45 AM) *

I just put in a new windshield and I had problems with the original mirror staying on the original windshield. The new windshield was so purdy I didn't want to mess it up so I bought a Porsche 914 interior rear view mirror BMW conversion on Ebay. Screws into your sun visor holes and takes it place.

I'm glad I found this (search function is your friend ... once you get used to using it (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) ) Thanks for posting about it!

I'm definitely going to try this. I'm tall enough where the sun visors were rarely used and actually got in my line of sight about as often as they were needed, and I live in the high desert of New Mexico where we get rain about 10 days per year, or so it seems. So I'm going to buy this, install it, and try it out. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sunglasses.gif)
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QUOTE(ConeDodger @ Dec 17 2012, 08:38 AM) *

It isn't glued on. It has an adhesive patch that fits to the back of the mirror base and gets stuck to the windshield. Use a very sharp razor blade to remove it.

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) Or a Sawzall if you're going to replace the windshield (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)


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