Damaged wing mirror

Monster3969 · 4th June 2010, 19:20

Hello folks.
How difficult is it to replace a damaged wing mirror unit from the door frame outwards.
I managed to push mine forwards today which snapped it clean off, save for the wiring which held it suspended in the air. I couldn't drive like this, so removed the colour coded section and the glass, disconnected the wires and was able to take the entire assembly off. All thats left now is the wiring and support which attaches it to the door frame.

I needto buy a new support section, the bit which holds it to the door frame, but howdo you remove the old one? Is it an interior door card removal job?

Mark

steve107 · 4th June 2010, 19:31

it will be cheaper to buy a complete mirror of ebay and use you old back panel which is what i did when the wife broke mine

Raistlin · 4th June 2010, 19:32

Mark,

I know some people have removed it (either three screws or a mixture of screws / nuts) without removing the door trim panel but as the trim panel is so simple to remove I'd always and indeed DO always remove it to make access much more simple and less likely to cause collateral damage

Parker · 4th June 2010, 19:36

These can be repaired cheaply if you don't want to spend money and it will look cosmetically as new, do a search for mirror repair I've made a post with pics and all the parts you'll need. I'd check for you but using my mobile right now.

Thread is: Simple Door Mirror Repair

Here is link: http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...=simple+mirror

Villa Villan · 4th June 2010, 19:43

I have a couple of bullets to put on The Boss however I have been putting it off as the door cards have to come off, is it that easy to take them off Raistlin?...Just worried I may do some damage

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Cheers
Tony

pab · 4th June 2010, 19:43

no need to remove the door card...remove the single crosshead screw in the air vent,pull the top sill of the door card back one clip,remove the tweeter and remove the trim over the top of the window.

you should see the three retaining bolts/screws.

tazman3 · 4th June 2010, 20:00

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Originally Posted by Villa Villan

I have a couple of bullets to put on The Boss however I have been putting it off as the door cards have to come off, is it that easy to take them off Raistlin?...Just worried I may do some damage

.

Cheers
Tony

they are easy enough to remove however i always find i break a few clips trying to put it back on so if you are going to take them off i would recommend a few spares..

Martin

mark_bonsai · 4th June 2010, 20:05

As Pab says, no need to remove the cards, it's a simple job following the method he's detailed.

As listed in the for sale section, I have a spare set of bullets with chrome covers in first class condition and perfect working order, should anyone want to "upgrade".

Villa Villan · 7th June 2010, 17:43

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Originally Posted by pab

no need to remove the door card...remove the single crosshead screw in the air vent,pull the top sill of the door card back one clip,remove the tweeter and remove the trim over the top of the window.

you should see the three retaining bolts/screws.

Nice one Pab, used your method and job done in 10 minutes...Need to do the drivers one tomorrow as it started to rain...Spot on tip fella and the bullets look good.

Cheers
Tony

Edit...One day I will get the hang of Photobucket...

Monster3969 · 7th June 2010, 19:24

This thread was just what i needed to sort mine out.

Cheers guys, have a virtual pint on me!

4th June 2010, 19:20	#1
Monster3969 Regular poster MG ZT V6 190 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chester Posts: 56 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Damaged wing mirror Hello folks. How difficult is it to replace a damaged wing mirror unit from the door frame outwards. I managed to push mine forwards today which snapped it clean off, save for the wiring which held it suspended in the air. I couldn't drive like this, so removed the colour coded section and the glass, disconnected the wires and was able to take the entire assembly off. All thats left now is the wiring and support which attaches it to the door frame. I needto buy a new support section, the bit which holds it to the door frame, but howdo you remove the old one? Is it an interior door card removal job? Mark

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Parker This is my second home Jaguar XJ 3.0 V6 Auto (X350) & Hyundai Tuscon 2020 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bridgend Posts: 10,342 Thanks: 69 Thanked 559 Times in 356 Posts	These can be repaired cheaply if you don't want to spend money and it will look cosmetically as new, do a search for mirror repair I've made a post with pics and all the parts you'll need. I'd check for you but using my mobile right now. Thread is: Simple Door Mirror Repair Here is link: http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...=simple+mirror __________________ http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...a585a72d1c.jpg "The only thing to do with good advice is pass it on. It is never any use to oneself" SOME VERY USEFUL LINKS SIMPLE DOOR MIRROR REPAIR FITTING CROFT DOOR FINISHERS FORUM RULES CLUB SHOP Last edited by Parker; 5th June 2010 at 15:39..

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mark_bonsai I really should get out more....... Rover 75 CDT Saloon Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Lancaster Posts: 2,219 Thanks: 24 Thanked 39 Times in 39 Posts	As Pab says, no need to remove the cards, it's a simple job following the method he's detailed. As listed in the for sale section, I have a spare set of bullets with chrome covers in first class condition and perfect working order, should anyone want to "upgrade". __________________ Re-mapped. EGR bypass. De-catted. 18" Apex's. ZT190 brakes & suspension. Xenon projectors. Powerfold bullets. Electric rear sun blind. Auto dipping rear view mirror. Wood and leather steering wheel. Wood handbrake handle. Full leather sports seats. Harman Kardon speakers & sub. Navall 2 double din through 500w Kenwood amp. Fully chromed front grill.

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steve107 Loves to post 75 cdt tourer diesel Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: swinton rotherham Posts: 492 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	it will be cheaper to buy a complete mirror of ebay and use you old back panel which is what i did when the wife broke mine

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Raistlin Banned 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 8,450 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Mark, I know some people have removed it (either three screws or a mixture of screws / nuts) without removing the door trim panel but as the trim panel is so simple to remove I'd always and indeed DO always remove it to make access much more simple and less likely to cause collateral damage

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pab Banned MG ZT V6 190+ Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Leeds Posts: 33,223 Thanks: 41 Thanked 1,614 Times in 1,416 Posts	no need to remove the door card...remove the single crosshead screw in the air vent,pull the top sill of the door card back one clip,remove the tweeter and remove the trim over the top of the window. you should see the three retaining bolts/screws.

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Monster3969 Regular poster MG ZT V6 190 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chester Posts: 56 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	This thread was just what i needed to sort mine out. Cheers guys, have a virtual pint on me!