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Side view mirror

We have a 2001 U320. The passenger side view mirror is bouncing so badly when driving that you can't see anything in it. Tried to tighten the screws and found that the two inner screws are stripped and just turn in the hole. But I can't get them out. I don't want to forcefully pull the mirror off because I don't want to do more damage. Suggestions?
Ken & Muriel

2001 U320

Re: Side view mirror

Reply #1 –
Sometimes there is a nut on the inside, so check that.
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Re: Side view mirror

Reply #2 –
I think what you have is a laminated piece of plywood behind fiberglass backing the mirror fastened with Tee nuts that are stripped. Need to access under dash and replace with lock washer and nut.
Doug W.
96 36' U270 CSGI #4946
04 Toyota Tacoma 4x4
PNW

Re: Side view mirror

Reply #3 –
Quote from: Doug W. –
I think what you have is a laminated piece of plywood behind fiberglass backing the mirror fastened with Tee nuts that are stripped. Need to access under dash and replace with lock washer and nut.

What's the best way to get access to that area? Is there a trick to getting this dash off?
Ken & Muriel

2001 U320

Re: Side view mirror

Reply #4 –
Quote from: murs –
What's the best way to get access to that area? Is there a trick to getting this dash off?

 I'd look at the circuit panel board first... remove a couple screws and tilt it forward.
Doug W.
96 36' U270 CSGI #4946
04 Toyota Tacoma 4x4
PNW