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I had been thinking of doing that, but I had to sell my car Wiring isn't so much a problem, but I was attempting fourth gen mirrors to fit on the plastic part above the door. So, having a solid base to put the mirrors on was an issue. I do know that some GTA's came with old porsche(sp?) style "flag" mirrors, which I understand to be a very rare option. Not much help, but if you have any more questions, I'd be glad to share more on the topic. here is a picture of the diagram I was using to wire the mirrors.
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i went outside and checked - my gta has door mounted mirrors that don't attach to the black thing at all. it's getting painted in about 2-3 months so i can do anything with it.
the twist to this case is that i'm redoing the interior with 4th gen dash console and door panels. on those door panels there's a control pad for the windows and mirrors, so as long as i'm moving the window controls up to the door panels i want to put the mirror control up there too. i know they have diff interfaces so i'll get the 4th gen motors and relays and wire them up to the door too.
i like being able to see who (cops) and what (cop car) are behind me when i'm driving so i'll def. swap out for bigger mirrors
do you have any pictures of a 4th gen mirror on a 3rd gen car, like from a test fit on your own car or anything ?
the twist to this case is that i'm redoing the interior with 4th gen dash console and door panels. on those door panels there's a control pad for the windows and mirrors, so as long as i'm moving the window controls up to the door panels i want to put the mirror control up there too. i know they have diff interfaces so i'll get the 4th gen motors and relays and wire them up to the door too.
i like being able to see who (cops) and what (cop car) are behind me when i'm driving so i'll def. swap out for bigger mirrors
do you have any pictures of a 4th gen mirror on a 3rd gen car, like from a test fit on your own car or anything ?
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Unfortunatly, no pics. Sorry, it was all in the planning stages, but like many things I planned for my car....it's all in the past. I sold it, and am saving for a fourth gen. Third gens never had the mirrors on the plastic part, but that would seem a logical place to put it, as most newer mirrors are mounted in that spot. Take a look at most newer cars, and then look at where mirrors are on most older cars, and you'll see the difference. I'm sure asking for a photoshop favor could help you with what you are looking for.
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Hey Steve no fair stealing my idea.
No, seriously I have actually been debating about this on myself. Have been seriously deciding here in the past month. Sux I did not think of it before, when we shaved the handles. I just don't have access to any 4th gen bird mirrors to see if the triangluar section will match up to the triangular section on the 3rd gens.
No, seriously I have actually been debating about this on myself. Have been seriously deciding here in the past month. Sux I did not think of it before, when we shaved the handles. I just don't have access to any 4th gen bird mirrors to see if the triangluar section will match up to the triangular section on the 3rd gens.
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Originally posted by redraif
Hey Steve no fair stealing my idea.
No, seriously I have actually been debating about this on myself. Have been seriously deciding here in the past month. Sux I did not think of it before, when we shaved the handles. I just don't have access to any 4th gen bird mirrors to see if the triangluar section will match up to the triangular section on the 3rd gens.
Hey Steve no fair stealing my idea.
No, seriously I have actually been debating about this on myself. Have been seriously deciding here in the past month. Sux I did not think of it before, when we shaved the handles. I just don't have access to any 4th gen bird mirrors to see if the triangluar section will match up to the triangular section on the 3rd gens.
If you work it though, keep detailed notes!
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Hey I may have a source who can get them for less them that. I'm thinking I remember $25 per. I will let you know. Might couls get a better break if I get more than one set.
I just have to play with ya Steve. Its all good. Us modding fools have to stick together.. I was telling someone a few days back that I was suprised no one had done it yet and shown it off here.
I just have to play with ya Steve. Its all good. Us modding fools have to stick together.. I was telling someone a few days back that I was suprised no one had done it yet and shown it off here.
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like don't forget me guys - i started the post :P
more seriously, would the mirrors come with the necessary stock relays to wire them up to a power mirror control pad found in 4th gen's ?
more seriously, would the mirrors come with the necessary stock relays to wire them up to a power mirror control pad found in 4th gen's ?
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all I can say about this is "uggh",
I don't think it could ever look nice....and besides what's wrong with the mirrors that are already there? I've never heard anyone complain about them before....why not spend your time, effort, and money on something more worthwhile?
I don't think it could ever look nice....and besides what's wrong with the mirrors that are already there? I've never heard anyone complain about them before....why not spend your time, effort, and money on something more worthwhile?
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Originally posted by zer0321
all I can say about this is "uggh",
all I can say about this is "uggh",
I don't think it could ever look nice....
and besides what's wrong with the mirrors that are already there?
"depending on your personal opinion of the 4thgen interior, why not have the best of both worlds? I would never buy a 4thgen, but I wouldn't mind having a cupholder... "
Maybe you recognize that quote? Just let me say "depending on your personal opinion of the 4thgen exterior, why not have the best of both worlds? I would never buy a 4thgen, but I wouldn't mind having their mirrors... "
I've never heard anyone complain about them before....
why not spend your time, effort, and money on something more worthwhile?
Maybe YOU should just stick to having a car that looks like every other on the road. Here's a motto for ya: "Stay Safe - Stay STOCK". Enjoy - you could even make it a sticker for your ride. Add the tagline "Hey don't blame me, it's GM's fault - I had nothing to do with it" for those that don't like your car.
Rather, maybe you should take your own advice and spend your time and effort on something worthwhile; instead of imposing what you consider worthwhile on someone else. Or maybe you really DO think your opinion is better than everyone elses?
S.
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ok jeez... I didn't want to pick any fights...I apologize if I offended anyone, and I didn't intend to upset anyone, do I have a problem with anyone doing this to their car? no. do I think it will look tacky and unnatural? yes, very much so.
all I am saying is that I don't think it would look natural on our cars, the 4thgens are more rounded and ours are more "boxy" (which is a good thing)
If you don't like my opinion, fine.. I'll agree to disagree, but you don't have to get your panties in a bunch.
really? that would be great! -of course I already get the chance to do that on these forums just j/k'ing
lighten up a little! I wasn't bashing anyone's car, and certainly don't intend too....just because I don't like an idea that I hear doesn't mean I should have to be quiet, and it certainly doesn't mean you should listen to me; it's your car do what you want....
[QUOTE]Hang on a sec, I'm looking for a quote... Oh here it is: "depending on your personal opinion of the 4thgen interior, why not have the best of both worlds? I would never buy a 4thgen, but I wouldn't mind having a cupholder... "
heh, your probably thinking your pretty smart trying to use my own words against me; well now I guess I am seeing your point, though I still don't like the idea...but I'll go along with it, fair enough?
all I am saying is that I don't think it would look natural on our cars, the 4thgens are more rounded and ours are more "boxy" (which is a good thing)
If you don't like my opinion, fine.. I'll agree to disagree, but you don't have to get your panties in a bunch.
Maybe you should tell everyone where THEIR time would be better spent. Please. I implore you. Tell me where to spend my money. My time. Most importantly, my effort.
lighten up a little! I wasn't bashing anyone's car, and certainly don't intend too....just because I don't like an idea that I hear doesn't mean I should have to be quiet, and it certainly doesn't mean you should listen to me; it's your car do what you want....
[QUOTE]Hang on a sec, I'm looking for a quote... Oh here it is: "depending on your personal opinion of the 4thgen interior, why not have the best of both worlds? I would never buy a 4thgen, but I wouldn't mind having a cupholder... "
heh, your probably thinking your pretty smart trying to use my own words against me; well now I guess I am seeing your point, though I still don't like the idea...but I'll go along with it, fair enough?
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Maybe YOU should just stick to having a car that looks like every other on the road. Here's a motto for ya: "Stay Safe - Stay STOCK".
Enjoy - you could even make it a sticker for your ride. Add the tagline "Hey don't blame me, it's GM's fault - I had nothing to do with it" for those that don't like your car.
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Originally posted by logikal6785
like don't forget me guys - i started the post :P
like don't forget me guys - i started the post :P
more seriously, would the mirrors come with the necessary stock relays to wire them up to a power mirror control pad found in 4th gen's ?
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Well, if you want to be technical, I had made a post inquiring about this months ago, and no one knew then. I traded the mirrors to a friend a while ago, Scuaffiel, forgot what for now lol. Wiring should be the same if you have power mirrors. My problem was mounting heavy mirrors on a fragile plastic piece. I didn't really want to mount it on the door where the old mirror was. Framless doors..../sigh. Best bet would be to look at a fourth gen and see how pontiac reinforced that section.
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when i do mine i plan to cut a square out of the door (where the mirror attaches), have a custom bracket machined with holes for different style mirrors and weld it back it. not gonna mess with electric mirrors.
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trying to help, redraif -
you'd have to use the power window motor out of one of the cars listed on the following page for it to work
http://www.geocities.com/modularmoto.../powerwindows/
so you'd have to get a control pad with bare leads to connect to the thirdgen power window relay/regulator, but with the accompanying relay for the 4th gen power mirror still intact. i'm actually getting both control pads for $60 from a wrecked 199? t/a so i can start on that.
btw while you're converting you may want to install one of those universal switches where you can either hold down the window-down button or you can push it to a 2nd notch and it will roll all the way down with one touch ... that's in my lineup =D
you'd have to use the power window motor out of one of the cars listed on the following page for it to work
http://www.geocities.com/modularmoto.../powerwindows/
so you'd have to get a control pad with bare leads to connect to the thirdgen power window relay/regulator, but with the accompanying relay for the 4th gen power mirror still intact. i'm actually getting both control pads for $60 from a wrecked 199? t/a so i can start on that.
btw while you're converting you may want to install one of those universal switches where you can either hold down the window-down button or you can push it to a 2nd notch and it will roll all the way down with one touch ... that's in my lineup =D
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Those new window switch designs are cool. Touch it once and it goes all the way down. Well since my car was a base model 2.8 is have spower nothing. I intalled a VPA power lock and window system a few years back. I don't thing there is any way the systems are compatible. Either way I will probably just go with a manual set up. Less hacking on the door and center console. I don't even have teh thridgen realays to tap into. I would have to straight wire and add my own fuses and relays. Don't know how hard it would be w/o a 4th to compare to, so I will probably go manual.
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Originally posted by redraif
Those new window switch designs are cool. Touch it once and it goes all the way down. Well since my car was a base model 2.8 is have spower nothing. I intalled a VPA power lock and window system a few years back. I don't thing there is any way the systems are compatible.
Those new window switch designs are cool. Touch it once and it goes all the way down. Well since my car was a base model 2.8 is have spower nothing. I intalled a VPA power lock and window system a few years back. I don't thing there is any way the systems are compatible.
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yes, there is a cheaper and easier aftermarket piece - duct tape, the fix-all for everything !
seriously though these should do the trick
http://www.a1electric.com/Merchant2/...duct_Code=530T
i can't help but wonder if for $70 i wouldn't rather try to mate the 4th gen relay and one-touch buttons with the window regulator
ps moderators pls don't close this thread, it's still kinda focused
seriously though these should do the trick
http://www.a1electric.com/Merchant2/...duct_Code=530T
i can't help but wonder if for $70 i wouldn't rather try to mate the 4th gen relay and one-touch buttons with the window regulator
ps moderators pls don't close this thread, it's still kinda focused
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Unless you can find one in a salvage yard, the 4th gen relay probably costs close to that. I'm not sure if the switches are really any different, I guess I could pull one out of one of my 4th Gens and compare it to a 3rd gen stocker.
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All 4th gens with power windows have them standard. I was talking about adding them to Redraif's 87 Firebird, which has aftermarket power windows. Its a base model bird that had no power anything;Shannon added all of it herself.
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Thanks and here I bet you though I was blowing smoke about doing the conversion.
Still never got the wiring dealt with. They sent power mirrors to me, but without the switches for them. So now I have to track down some 4th gen switches and plates. At least, I don't have to try to integrate it into 3rd power mirror switches.
I'll work it out, no biggie. Here are the links to my post I have pics now.
http://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/show...hreadid=123230
http://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/show...hreadid=123228
Still never got the wiring dealt with. They sent power mirrors to me, but without the switches for them. So now I have to track down some 4th gen switches and plates. At least, I don't have to try to integrate it into 3rd power mirror switches.
I'll work it out, no biggie. Here are the links to my post I have pics now.
http://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/show...hreadid=123230
http://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/show...hreadid=123228
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Hey Freeze, I'll trade you a set of factory US mirrors for those...I'll even paint them the color of your choice!
I always liked the exporrt mirrors better.
(No, I don't have a third gen yet...but it won't be too much longer!)
I always liked the exporrt mirrors better.
(No, I don't have a third gen yet...but it won't be too much longer!)
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