Steve83 > 1983 Ford Bronco > open folder Side Mirrors

These are OK, but I want to be able to adjust them from inside, and not have to reset them if I fold...
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These are OK, but I want to be able to adjust them from inside, and not have to reset them if I fold...
Before
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Before
Hi-Lo Western Breakaway Side Mirror1 Outside Rear View Mirror Gasket (Upper) 177242 Screw(s) N806...
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Hi-Lo Western Breakaway Side Mirror

1 Outside Rear View Mirror Gasket (Upper) 17724
2 Screw(s) N806...
Doors built with Hi-Low-Mount breakaway mirrors have a bonded reinforcement around the [url=https://...
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Doors built with Hi-Low-Mount breakaway mirrors have a bonded reinforcement around the [url=https://...
OE Bubble-Back Mirror Construction Aftermarket copies use the stainless shell as the mirror head'...
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2768 hits | 54.28 KB | Posted: 12/9/11
OE Bubble-Back Mirror Construction

Aftermarket copies use the stainless shell as the mirror head'...
I drilled out the spot welds to remove the nut plate, but I reused it later. Screws are T30 butto...
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4334 hits | 60.93 KB | Posted: 7/9/03
I drilled out the spot welds to remove the nut plate, but I reused it later.

Screws are T30 butto...
The rear screw hole is exactly 18 3/4" from the front edge of the door, so mark a vertical line comi...
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3474 hits | 71.31 KB | Posted: 7/5/03
The rear screw hole is exactly 18 3/4" from the front edge of the door, so mark a vertical line comi...
Align the bottom edge of the new mirror's gasket (which must be removed from the mirror) with the bo...
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Align the bottom edge of the new mirror's gasket (which must be removed from the mirror) with the bo...
With the gasket held by the rear screw and the original nut plate, set a hole saw over the support a...
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With the gasket held by the rear screw and the original nut plate, set a hole saw over the support a...
Then swing the gasket out of the way and cut the support arm hole. Note that I drilled the spot w...
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Then swing the gasket out of the way and cut the support arm hole.

Note that I drilled the spot w...
Reinstall the gasket on the mirror and feed the wiring harness & support arm through the hole. The ...
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3675 hits | 69.81 KB | Posted: 7/9/03
Reinstall the gasket on the mirror and feed the wiring harness & support arm through the hole. The ...
Because of the large washer, you can drill a large (~3/8") hole and set the arm where it needs to be...
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3448 hits | 71.48 KB | Posted: 7/5/03
Because of the large washer, you can drill a large (~3/8") hole and set the arm where it needs to be...
The bolt fell exactly 2 1/2" above the power window switch hole in the inner skin, but it's OK to dr...
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3434 hits | 66.86 KB | Posted: 7/9/03
The bolt fell exactly 2 1/2" above the power window switch hole in the inner skin, but it's OK to dr...
I just put the old screws back into the lower holes until I decide what to do with them. The new sc...
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3607 hits | 71.96 KB | Posted: 7/5/03
I just put the old screws back into the lower holes until I decide what to do with them. The new sc...
This is how it looks. Since I had already converted my door panels to this style, I also already ha...
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3458 hits | 88.17 KB | Posted: 7/9/03
This is how it looks. Since I had already converted my door panels to this style, I also already ha...
It took about 2 hours from the time I pulled the other mirror, but I was learning.
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3178 hits | 76.41 KB | Posted: 7/9/03
It took about 2 hours from the time I pulled the other mirror, but I was learning.
With what I learned, the second side only took ~45min.
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3360 hits | 105.18 KB | Posted: 7/9/03
With what I learned, the second side only took ~45min.
But since I started late, I left the driver's side until the next day.
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3160 hits | 106.72 KB | Posted: 7/9/03
But since I started late, I left the driver's side until the next day.
You have to look REALLY close and know what to look for to know from this angle that this ISN'T a st...
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3361 hits | 74.44 KB | Posted: 7/9/03
You have to look REALLY close and know what to look for to know from this angle that this ISN'T a st...
I still haven't decided what to do about the lower holes - maybe I'll use a turn signal (like some n...
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4594 hits | 105.46 KB | Posted: 7/9/03
I still haven't decided what to do about the lower holes - maybe I'll use a turn signal (like some n...
Until today, every shiny mirror front I had seen was chromed plastic. But after removing this dente...
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2728 hits | 34.61 KB | Posted: 4/21/09
Until today, every shiny mirror front I had seen was chromed plastic. But after removing this dente...
This one is chromed plastic, so the only way to black it out is to wash, scuff, & paint it. I'm usi...
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2450 hits | 60.78 KB | Posted: 4/23/09
This one is chromed plastic, so the only way to black it out is to wash, scuff, & paint it. I'm usi...
Wiring Diagram for '96 Bronco MirrorsERROR: circuits 540 & 543 should indicate 12V (L), 0V (R)[ur...
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Wiring Diagram for '96 Bronco Mirrors
ERROR: circuits 540 & 543 should indicate 12V (L), 0V (R)

[ur...
Mirror, Outside Flag-MountIF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.F7TZ17682DAA Right chrome manualF7...
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Mirror, Outside Flag-Mount
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

F7TZ17682DAA Right chrome manual
F7...
I also learned that the internal wiring of these switches is different, so the stock wiring harness ...
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4271 hits | 66.88 KB | Posted: 7/9/03
I also learned that the internal wiring of these switches is different, so the stock wiring harness ...
Mirror Switch Logic Table & PinoutsTo use an Explorer switch in a Bronco/F, simply move the wires...
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1877 hits | 123.28 KB | Posted: 10/18/13
Mirror Switch Logic Table & Pinouts


To use an Explorer switch in a Bronco/F, simply move the wires...
Damaged '96 Bronco Turn Signal MirrorsEven broken, these are VERY desirable & valuable, so I'll re...
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Damaged '96 Bronco Turn Signal Mirrors

Even broken, these are VERY desirable & valuable, so I'll re...
Flag-mount Mirror RepairStart with any donor mirror of the same side and with the good parts that ...
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2849 hits | 51.22 KB | Posted: 10/24/07
Flag-mount Mirror Repair

Start with any donor mirror of the same side and with the good parts that ...
The mirror head always cracks here since the REAR shell is what's attached to the pivot tube, and th...
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1637 hits | 60.31 KB | Posted: 4/28/12
The mirror head always cracks here since the REAR shell is what's attached to the pivot tube, and th...
Remove the T-10 stainless screw that retains the mirror gasket.
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Remove the T-10 stainless screw that retains the mirror gasket.
Tuck the wiring harness under the arm and slide the gasket off.
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Tuck the wiring harness under the arm and slide the gasket off.
Remove the 2 T-25 screws from the bottom of the mirror base. The outer screw is accessible while th...
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2347 hits | 60.82 KB | Posted: 10/24/07
Remove the 2 T-25 screws from the bottom of the mirror base. The outer screw is accessible while th...
Remove the head from the base, working the wiring (if equipped) through the base. The connector doe...
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2355 hits | 59.66 KB | Posted: 10/24/07
Remove the head from the base, working the wiring (if equipped) through the base. The connector doe...
The pivot tube & square pressure plate. Note that the front shell is barely attached (if at all). ...
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The pivot tube & square pressure plate. Note that the front shell is barely attached (if at all). ...
Pivot plate & motor gasket differences; the later design (~'94-96) is on the L. There was also a ...
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Pivot plate & motor gasket differences; the later design (~'94-96) is on the L.

There was also a ...
The pivot tube is swaged together after installing the stack on the mirror head. When the head turn...
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The pivot tube is swaged together after installing the stack on the mirror head. When the head turn...
The pivot tube is swaged together after installing the stack on the mirror head. When the head turn...
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The pivot tube is swaged together after installing the stack on the mirror head. When the head turn...
Being VERY careful not to crack the mirror glass (assuming it's still useable), tilt the mirror full...
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2877 hits | 52.22 KB | Posted: 10/24/07
Being VERY careful not to crack the mirror glass (assuming it's still useable), tilt the mirror full...
When enough tabs are released, the mirror plate will start to come away from the tilt ring. It may ...
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2226 hits | 74.02 KB | Posted: 10/24/07
When enough tabs are released, the mirror plate will start to come away from the tilt ring. It may ...
Driver signal mirror LED wiring colors. If the wires are reversed, the LEDs won't work. Scratch th...
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Driver signal mirror LED wiring colors. If the wires are reversed, the LEDs won't work. Scratch th...
Passenger signal mirror LED wiring colors. If the wires are reversed, the LEDs won't work. Scratch...
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Passenger signal mirror LED wiring colors. If the wires are reversed, the LEDs won't work. Scratch...
This mirror back was molded in 1/96, and the mirror head in 10/96 - quite a spread, considering Ford...
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1284 hits | 96.69 KB | Posted: 4/28/12
This mirror back was molded in 1/96, and the mirror head in 10/96 - quite a spread, considering Ford...
This mirror back was molded in 9/95, and the mirror head in 12/96 - quite a spread, considering Ford...
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This mirror back was molded in 9/95, and the mirror head in 12/96 - quite a spread, considering Ford...
This mirror wasn't replaced correctly (it's aftermarket glass, so it doesn't fit down into the facto...
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1357 hits | 58.28 KB | Posted: 4/28/12
This mirror wasn't replaced correctly (it's aftermarket glass, so it doesn't fit down into the facto...
The reason this glass wasn't installed fully is that it doesn't fit into the backing plate's lip. A...
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1299 hits | 77.37 KB | Posted: 4/28/12
The reason this glass wasn't installed fully is that it doesn't fit into the backing plate's lip. A...
Mark TOP and the side on the tilt ring assembly first - it's very difficult to figure out later. Re...
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Mark TOP and the side on the tilt ring assembly first - it's very difficult to figure out later. Re...
Note the wire routing for proper reassembly.
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Note the wire routing for proper reassembly.
Passenger signal mirror wire colors. Remove the motor cap (on the bottom), and scratch the wire col...
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Passenger signal mirror wire colors. Remove the motor cap (on the bottom), and scratch the wire col...
Driver's signal mirror wire colors. The top terminal (Pu) is #4.
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Driver's signal mirror wire colors. The top terminal (Pu) is #4.
Draw the wiring out through the pivot tube.
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Draw the wiring out through the pivot tube.
The donor mirror is disassembled similarly. After disassembly, all the parts can be cleaned & the v...
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The donor mirror is disassembled similarly. After disassembly, all the parts can be cleaned & the v...
If necessary, remove the donor head from its base to install the wiring.
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If necessary, remove the donor head from its base to install the wiring.
For power mirrors, install the boot onto the motors as shown. Then insert the wires and install the...
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For power mirrors, install the boot onto the motors as shown. Then insert the wires and install the...
If either drive rack is damaged, it can be easily popped out of its socket on the tilt ring & replac...
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If either drive rack is damaged, it can be easily popped out of its socket on the tilt ring & replac...
Since the non-signal backing plate is common & useless without glass, there's no point trying to sa...
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Since the non-signal backing plate is common & useless without glass, there's no point trying to sa...
The silicone is so strong (even at this age) that it's hard to separate the plate without destroying...
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The silicone is so strong (even at this age) that it's hard to separate the plate without destroying...
After grinding away the backing plate on each point of attachment, the glass comes away intact.
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After grinding away the backing plate on each point of attachment, the glass comes away intact.
A non-signal driver's mirror has 6 silicone spots.
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A non-signal driver's mirror has 6 silicone spots.
Use a razor to remove all residue. Originally, I tried to scrape it while holding the glass by hand...
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Use a razor to remove all residue. Originally, I tried to scrape it while holding the glass by hand...
All mirror glass for these trucks is half-silvered, so it all works with signal mirrors. But some a...
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All mirror glass for these trucks is half-silvered, so it all works with signal mirrors. But some a...
I used E6000 to glue the glass to the backing plate, instead of silicone sealant & foam tape, like t...
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I used E6000 to glue the glass to the backing plate, instead of silicone sealant & foam tape, like t...
To make future removal less-risky, I broke off about half the tabs on the mirror plate. It would be...
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To make future removal less-risky, I broke off about half the tabs on the mirror plate. It would be...
Install the motors (or tilt ring) into the head, install the head onto the base, and connect the sig...
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2102 hits | 78.85 KB | Posted: 10/24/07
Install the motors (or tilt ring) into the head, install the head onto the base, and connect the sig...
Rare '96 Bronco Signal MirrorI've called Muth (the orignal manufacturer & supplier) and they don't...
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Rare '96 Bronco Signal Mirror

I've called Muth (the orignal manufacturer & supplier) and they don't...
The signal wires must be connected properly since the LEDs require correct polarity to function. Te...
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2001 hits | 64.53 KB | Posted: 10/24/07
The signal wires must be connected properly since the LEDs require correct polarity to function. Te...
Without the glass, the LEDs are visible from a much wider angle. But this one's top row isn't worki...
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Without the glass, the LEDs are visible from a much wider angle. But this one's top row isn't worki...
'92-96 Power Mirror Circuit[url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/1143929][img]https://ww...
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'92-96 Power Mirror Circuit

[url=https://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/1143929][img]https://ww...
SOLD Rare '96 Bronco Signal Mirro...
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3149 hits | 48.41 KB | Posted: 10/25/07
SOLD Rare '96 Bronco Signal Mirro...
SOLD Driver's Mirror '92-96, power flag-mount with chrome front Note the common 4-position (3-wir...
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SOLD Driver's Mirror '92-96, power flag-mount with chrome front

Note the common 4-position (3-wir...
SOLD Chrome Power Mirror for '92-96 ('97 over 8500 GVWR) fullsize Ford truck or Bronco. Tested work...
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SOLD Chrome Power Mirror for '92-96 ('97 over 8500 GVWR) fullsize Ford truck or Bronco. Tested work...
Since factory signal mirrors are so hard-to-find, building them is another option. These LED chevro...
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1675 hits | 78.84 KB | Posted: 6/13/12
Since factory signal mirrors are so hard-to-find, building them is another option. These LED chevro...
After scanning & cleaning up the template, I printed a few, cut them out, trimmed the tip to offset ...
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After scanning & cleaning up the template, I printed a few, cut them out, trimmed the tip to offset ...
Since the paper template was offset outboard, each hole is slightly outboard of its LED, making the ...
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Since the paper template was offset outboard, each hole is slightly outboard of its LED, making the ...
With the mirror glass installed over the offset holes, very little of the LED light is apparent to t...
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With the mirror glass installed over the offset holes, very little of the LED light is apparent to t...
I don't want to have to destroy the chevron or the plate to separate them, so since there's virtuall...
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I don't want to have to destroy the chevron or the plate to separate them, so since there's virtuall...
This heating pad fits pretty well in the swivel cup on the mirror backing plate, and after testing i...
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This heating pad fits pretty well in the swivel cup on the mirror backing plate, and after testing i...
OBJECTS IN MIRROR ARECLEANER THAN THEY APPEARSo that's a heated signal power mirror with puddle ...
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OBJECTS IN MIRROR ARE
CLEANER THAN THEY APPEAR

So that's a heated signal power mirror with puddle ...
Loaded Mirror IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it. This now has almost everything modern mirrors ...
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Loaded Mirror
IF THE IMAGE IS TOO SMALL, click it.

This now has almost everything modern mirrors ...
'82-91 Power Mirrors (MYTHICALLY-rare)E3TZ17682H right power mirrorE3TZ17682J left power mirror...
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'82-91 Power Mirrors (MYTHICALLY-rare)

E3TZ17682H right power mirror
E3TZ17682J left power mirror

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2-Position Breakaway Hi-Lo Mount Mirror The additional arm (barely visible in the diagram below the...
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2528 hits | 65.38 KB | Posted: 11/9/11
2-Position Breakaway Hi-Lo Mount Mirror
The additional arm (barely visible in the diagram below the...
Recreational (Towing) 2-position Side Mirror1 Outside Rear View Mirror Gasket, Upper 177242 Brack...
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Recreational (Towing) 2-position Side Mirror

1 Outside Rear View Mirror Gasket, Upper 17724
2 Brack...
Western Mirror (a.k.a. West-Coast mirror)
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Western Mirror (a.k.a. West-Coast mirror)
Optional '82-96 Side MirrorsAll metal parts are stainless, except the main arm for the bubble-back...
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Optional '82-96 Side Mirrors

All metal parts are stainless, except the main arm for the bubble-back...