Back up Mirror

[pugtug613]

I went to an "old school" auto parts store and picked up an 8" curved mirror. The type of place that would have a voltage regulator for a 1961 Ford Pick up truck. It had a 1/2" dia. shaft w/ball and a 1/4-20 bolt behind it. I drilled a hole thru my rail (not easy) to start. Had to use a center drill to get it started in the center. Eventually I opened up the thru hole to 19/64 and then I opened up the front side to 1/2 for the shaft. I just put the shaft in the 1/2 hole and put the 1/4 bolt thru the back and tighten it up. Once I was satisfied with the install, I sealed both holes with silicone. I don't want any water intrusion if I can help it.

This is great! I can back into my slip without hanging out the window of my R27. The head is in the way on the starboard side.
Chester

 

[Dale777]

If anyone chooses to install mirrors on the rails, I recommend using a stainless steel clamp on the railing rather than drilling into the railing.

See this link where I provide a source for stainless steel clad convex mirrors and stainless steel rail clamps, with photos of the mirrors installed on an R27:

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