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Bazirl



Member Since: 09 Oct 2020
Location: dublin
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Ireland 2014 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 HT Aintree Green
floppy mirror fix
Hi,

Hope someone can help. I’m driving across Spain into France and my passenger mirror has decided to go floppy. Before I try to glue it has anyone got any other suggestions ? [/code]
Post #1040689 22nd Jul 2024 8:36am
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Bluest



Member Since: 23 Apr 2016
Location: Lancashire
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United Kingdom 2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Java Black
I take it you've tried tightening the screw underneath? 2007 110 TDCi Station Wagon XS
Post #1040694 22nd Jul 2024 9:03am
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Crash7



Member Since: 21 Feb 2024
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If tightening the screw does not help, try removing the mirror and wrapping the ball joint in duck tape and refitting.

The method / bracket to secure the mirror is not the best!
Post #1040699 22nd Jul 2024 10:06am
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Dinnu



Member Since: 24 Dec 2019
Location: Lija
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Malta 2012 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 CSW Santorini Black
I just cut a piece of plastic (can recycle from any plastic container) and placed it in the ball socket of the mirror. 1988 90 Hard Top, 19J Diesel Turbo, Shire Blue - Restoration ongoing
2012 90 CSW, 2.2TDCI, Santorini Black
Post #1040700 22nd Jul 2024 10:26am
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Bazirl



Member Since: 09 Oct 2020
Location: dublin
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Ireland 2014 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 HT Aintree Green
Thanks, unfortunately the screw is totally rusted. So in the end I cut a bit out of a wine cork and taped it under the mirror. I did 500 miles yesterday (8hours) and the mirror didn’t move. I’ll buy a new one once I’m back home. Thanks for all the suggestions
Post #1040894 24th Jul 2024 12:59pm
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