Stuck folding mirrors
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Stuck folding mirrors
From what I know, the plastic power mirrors on these trucks should fold in, however; pushing as hard as I feel comfortable (they are only plastic!) neither the drivers or passengers will budge. I'd like to get them freed up for if I need to put the truck on a lift at work again, or park tight on one side.
Anyone have any tips for getting them unstuck aside from going gorilla on them and hoping they dont break?
Anyone have any tips for getting them unstuck aside from going gorilla on them and hoping they dont break?
Fleet Owner
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From: Gilbert, PA
Spray them well with your choice of rust penetrant and let them sit. they will move
EDIT: you need 2 hands to fold the mirror. Almost pivoting it in its own space. One handed will certainly break them
EDIT: you need 2 hands to fold the mirror. Almost pivoting it in its own space. One handed will certainly break them
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From: Caracas, Venezuela
Grab them by the lower side, away from the mount and you should be fine. Once you manage to fold it, use some of that spray grease to help them and prevent them from getting stuck again.
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