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Old 08-19-2024, 09:54 PM #1
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Good replacement rearview mirror?

My 2004 4th Gen's rearview mirror had been replaced a while ago due to a cracked ball-joint housing, resulting in a droopy mirror that could never stay up in place.

I replaced it with this cheap generic, but well-rated mirror on Amazon:
- CIPA 32000 10" Day/ Night Rearview Mirror",Black

But now after a year, this mirror is also becoming a bit loose.

Is there a higher quality replacement I can get that stays tight over time? Or do I need to just suck it up and buy OEM Toyota?
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I'll replace it with an OEM rearview mirror with one from a junkyard. Choose one from a "high end" brand ( Buick, Olds, Etc. ) cos it'll have map lights etc. If mirror still on glass, remove mirror and use a piece of 2x4 and give the glued-on hanger bracket a sharp blow to dislodge. Then go to town with it. I did this with my 2000 Acura RL when the OEM mirror with the auto darkening feature went south. OEM replacement was too pricey. Found and replaced with one from a Buick with map lights and manual flipper for darkening. My $0.02
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Another vote for OEM rear view mirror.
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