From a previous thread it looks like at least some VINs up to 302 had one or two 11mm stem mirrors. #97 didn’t have any when I got it but it’s likely it had them too. It’s one of the last parts I need for the restoration. This has to be up there as one of the rarest sandcast parts. So I have been looking into getting a batch made.
It’s more than just a larger diameter stem. The bend is at a different spot and at a different angle. The thread is still 10mm but the nut is slightly different too. The mirror part appears to be the same and can be remounted from a 10mm stem onto an 11mm stem. The stem is the same for RH and LH, the mirror is just mounted opposite.
The hard part is the clip that the mirror mounts to. I am currently trying to find a shop to make that part. It looks like the clip was formed and then the radius and hole punched after. I know shops that can do it but they won’t bother with the limited quantity. I think I can do the rest (except plating) at my shop. I’m not looking to make money, just cover my expenses.
Part of my challenge is I don’t actually have one but I’ve been talking with Steve Swan and he has provided dimensions for me to work from. I plan on sending him a prototype to make sure it matches exactly.
At this point I have no idea on the price. The more we make the less expensive they will be. Assuming we can get them made for a (somewhat) reasonable price, who’s interested? Once I get a count that will help me determine if this is feasible.
By the way, does anyone have 11mm stems on VINs later than 302?
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