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> How can I safely remove my rear view mirror?, Don't want to damage the windshield, any tips??
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post Apr 26 2010, 08:32 AM
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Hi, my rear view mirror is cracked and damaged beyond repair and I have a nice spare one I got from Bruce (thanks!!) I have the adhesive sticker and am ready to install the mirror, but before I do anything I would like to ask for some advice from you people on how can I remove the old mirror without damaging the nice somewhat fresh front windshield I have on now? I did a search but am not coming up with anything...would a hair dryer work? Sorry if this is a dumb question, I thought I would ask here first before trying anything...thanks and cheers (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Apr 26 2010, 08:53 AM
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I have just pulled them off but If it was me I would call a auto glass shop you might be familiar with if someone here doesn't respond pretty soon. I probably would still call my favorite glass shop to compare replys anyway. I think I remember using some laquer thinner on one to get it softened up before I pulled it off. I know thats what I used to clean the residue up.
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post Apr 26 2010, 08:57 AM
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QUOTE(nsr-jamie @ Apr 26 2010, 07:32 AM) *

Hi, my rear view mirror is cracked and damaged beyond repair and I have a nice spare one I got from Bruce (thanks!!) I have the adhesive sticker and am ready to install the mirror, but before I do anything I would like to ask for some advice from you people on how can I remove the old mirror without damaging the nice somewhat fresh front windshield I have on now? I did a search but am not coming up with anything...would a hair dryer work? Sorry if this is a dumb question, I thought I would ask here first before trying anything...thanks and cheers (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


You have one that sticks? Whats that like?
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post Apr 26 2010, 09:04 AM
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You don't really have to take the windshield mount off to change the mirror , there is a small screw that holds the mirror to the windshield mount , it is inside of the "stem " that the mirror is attached to .The screw head is slotted , use a very good small slotted screw driver , work with it for a bit or it may come right on out. You might apply a little heat ( not a lot so as to not melt anything ) which will aid in the removal of the screw , it is long but very small diameter . Good luck , maybe give it shot before trying to unglue the windshield mount.

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post Apr 26 2010, 09:16 AM
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I was having a heck of a time trying to get a mirror off of a parts car. Then I took the heat gun to it. Thing popped right off.
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post Apr 26 2010, 01:41 PM
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The 2 or so I've dealt with popped off rather easily..
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post Apr 26 2010, 02:48 PM
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QUOTE(jaxdream @ Apr 26 2010, 09:04 AM) *

You don't really have to take the windshield mount off to change the mirror , there is a small screw that holds the mirror to the windshield mount , it is inside of the "stem " that the mirror is attached to .The screw head is slotted , use a very good small slotted screw driver , work with it for a bit or it may come right on out. You might apply a little heat ( not a lot so as to not melt anything ) which will aid in the removal of the screw , it is long but very small diameter . Good luck , maybe give it shot before trying to unglue the windshield mount.

Jack / Jaxdream



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And about the time you get the replacement one just about tightened, the old windsheild mount should fall off easily into your hand, replacement mirror and all.
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post Apr 27 2010, 05:07 AM
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Thanks, I will try to unscrew the mount, I didn't even notice that, thanks!! I actually installed the mirror last year or so and yes it sticks well to the glass for the time being. I bought the adhesive sticker at HPH and it works well but unfortunately the mirror cracked and needs replacement and I have a spare here so thought to do it myself.

Thanks, my car needs a lot of work but slowly it is coming along. Cheers!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Apr 27 2010, 05:45 AM
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I glued my mirror on with some aircraft grade epoxy that we have at work. I was on my way to get the car inspected for registration and the mirror fell off in my hand. I didn't think about removal at the time. When the time comes hopefully it will come off with heat because it isn't coming off any other way.
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