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Old May 22, 2023 | 06:18 PM
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Decided to build my own mirror arm & hinge bracket. Still deciding to use a 3" or 5" mirror.

 
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Old May 22, 2023 | 09:35 PM
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That looks nice but with only 1 connecting spot I think it will vibrate at road speed.
 
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Old May 22, 2023 | 09:40 PM
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Old May 22, 2023 | 10:14 PM
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Very nice work!
My truck came with West Coast mirrors. I kept them and appreciate the good view I get. I'd go with the 5-1/2" mirror on yours.
 
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Old May 22, 2023 | 10:38 PM
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You've already road tested and no vibration? That's good. I'd go with the bigger mirrors too.
 
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Old May 22, 2023 | 10:54 PM
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There was such a minor vibration that it did not affect vision at all. I did not see any blue lights at all behind me at 80 mph
 
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Old May 23, 2023 | 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Pokee
There was such a minor vibration that it did not affect vision at all. I did not see any blue lights at all behind me at 80 mph

That is always a good sign.

By the way, nice mirror.
 
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Old May 23, 2023 | 08:57 AM
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I still have to make the passenger side hinge bracket. I will try and make it out of stainless and see how well I can finish and polish it. If it turns out good I will make one for the driver side.
 
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Always like too see what other owners are doing. Used a couple peterbilt parts on my mirrors 6 inch round.AJ
 
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Old Dec 25, 2023 | 08:11 PM
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how did you keep the mirror bracket from changing position whenever you open the door?
 
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Old Dec 25, 2023 | 08:23 PM
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The hinge pin secures it
 
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Old Dec 26, 2023 | 08:26 PM
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Nicely done!!
 
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