side view mirror mounting

[CJ777]

I recently had to order new windshield hinges and the new ones are not as thick gauge as the old ones. The dilema I have is now there is not enough thread for the mirrors to mount back into the windshield brackets. I really don't want to drill and tap into my tub, or is that what others have done ? I may just buy some original hinges off someone.

 

[CJ]

The original type hinges would probably save you allot of work...

Can you weld to the new hinges?

 

[CJ777]

I am thinking of just buying a set of originals from someone. The hinges I bought are stainless and black powder coated so welding them would probably turn into a monstrosity.

 

[IOPort51]

I am thinking of just buying a set of originals from someone. The hinges I bought are stainless and black powder coated so welding them would probably turn into a monstrosity.

can you send them back?? who made them?

 

[CJ777]

yes I can send them back. these are made by Kentrol. They are nice but maybe 1/2 the thickness of the originals, they are also stainless steel and P.C. black which is nice.
I want to keep my mirrors, but with the new ones I'll have to tap through the mounting holes on the new hinges and into my tub for a secure mount.

right now I 'm on the fence about doing this. I guess it wouldn't hurt, just make sure everything is sealed correctly.

This is the second pair of hinges I've ordered, the first pair were a mftr. mistake and did not fit the contour of my windshield frame, so they reimbursed me for those. Unfortunately i didn't consider the whole mirror thing at the time.
I want my mirrors mouted there so can take my doors off.

 

[Old Dog]

who made them?

China who else

 

[CJ777]

Is there a company that sells something close to the originals ?

 

[CJ777]

Will CJ5 hinges work on the CJ7 ?

 

[LongHorn]

Will CJ5 hinges work on the CJ7 ?

In a word yes. I bought a set of "Kentrol" stainless hinges for the wife Jeep & they hold CJ mirrors fine. When you say thinner did you try using shorter bolts?

 

[CJ777]

I was afraid by using the shorter bolt thus only having approx. 3/16" thread onto the new hinges, it might not be that secure.

You say you have mounted a pair on your wifes cj and mirrors without issue ?

 

[LongHorn]

I was afraid by using the shorter bolt thus only having approx. 3/16" thread onto the new hinges, it might not be that secure.

You say you have mounted a pair on your wifes cj and mirrors without issue ?

I guess they made them thinner to save $'s, I did the wife's Wrangler about 15 years ago & they bolted up fine. Sorry to hear of this new development.

 

[IOPort51]

I have Kentrol hinges on mine as well and the mirror has been secure with no problems. I will look at mine and check the thickness but I don't remember having to shorten the bolts. Mine are also not painted, the logic of painted stainless escaped me.

 

[CJ777]

Off to the hardware store tommorrow to pick up some shorter bolts. The ones that came with the mirrors need at least 3
washers to make them work.

 

[CJ777]

Well finally found some stainless socket head 1/4x1/4 bolts, added a thick stainless lock washer and calling it a go. I think this set will hold well. I'll post some pictures as soon as my wife clears the memory card.

Now on to other issues.

 

[LongHorn]

Well finally found some stainless socket head 1/4x1/4 bolts, added a thick stainless lock washer and calling it a go. I think this set will hold well. I'll post some pictures as soon as my wife clears the memory card.

Now on to other issues.

Congratulations on your success!

 

[IOPort51]

Well finally found some stainless socket head 1/4x1/4 bolts, added a thick stainless lock washer and calling it a go. I think this set will hold well. I'll post some pictures as soon as my wife clears the memory card.

Now on to other issues.

remember; God made lock tight thread locker just for us because he loves us and does not want our body and drive train parts falling off at embarrassing moments.
I have a pint bottle on the shelf.

 

[CJ777]

remember; God made lock tight thread locker just for us because he loves us and does not want our body and drive train parts falling off at embarrassing moments.
I have a pint bottle on the shelf.

Ya, I agree , it is definitely a blessing.