Hi guys!

I've recently acquired '95 SC400 that has sat in the CA sun for 6 years or so. I'm working through all the usual tune up/repair items for a car that's sat for an extended time (plugs, wires, gas tank cleaning, etc), but one part I haven't been able to find is new swivels for the mirrors. The current swivel pieces on both sides are shot and hold no friction.

Is there a part number anyone could provide, or a hack that doesn't involve duct tape and bubble gum? Or, do I need to hit the 'Bay for used mirrors?

Thanks! I've learned a lot from this forum in a short time, and I'm looking forward to learning more.

 

Im in the same position. I have found a few replacement assemblys on ebay but eather they are rough or crazy expensive. Please let me know if you find an answer.

 

Here's one approach with I think is pretty good with one major exception: DON'T CUT YOUR MIRROR WIRING HARNESS!!

This guy did it because he was okay gutting his car as a track only vehicle. Don't cut your harness the way he did because it's very specific and was never a separate harness assembly separated from the OEM mirrors. In fact since there are 3-4 variants of the side mirror wiring harness depending on your model spec and model year I actually recommend swapping your old original mirror wiring harness over to any better condition replacement mirror assembly.

That being said, he's nailed the issue which causes floppy mirrors. Just try to find a way to learn from this and KEEP your internal mirror wiring harness intact when you do the fix for this issue. And keep all the little screws and parts meticulously organized in a clear order that you can reassemble in reverse when doing this.

 

NICE! This is perfect. Thanks @KahnBB6 - this is a great fix that will save $4-500 eBay bucks.

 

Welcome! Give it a try and see if his fix can work for you. Personally I keep a set of used spare mirror assemblies in a spare parts bin anyway which I recommend… but this DIY fix is something we should all know how to do just in case.