I solved this problem by getting some foam pipe covering that has a slit in
it and put it over the straps. It stops the vibrating and protects the paint
also
Jim Boyd 4839
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bob Basques" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Multiple recipients of VACList" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2001 5:18 PM
Subject: [VAC] Re: McKesh Towing Mirrors
> Try putting a single twist in the strap (if possible) this will break up
> the wind flow and get away from the resonance effect.
>
> bobb
>
>
> Jim Greene wrote:
> >
> > I bought a set of the highly recommended McKesh towing mirrors to go on
my
> > F-150 pickup before starting back to Atlanta from Houston on Saturday
with
> > my '68 Tradewind. There has to be a trick to mounting those mirrors so
the
> > nylon strap that attaches to the bottom of the truck door does not
vibrate
> > and make a very annoying and distracting sound. I tightened up the
ratchet
> > thinking that if I got the strap tight it wouldn't make that droning
noise.
> > It was very tight but it still drummed and hummed and got on my nerves.
> > What's the secret to mounting them so they are quiet?
> >
> > Jim Greene
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