Rearview mirror keeps falling off...

I've had similar experiences with some of my cars. And, like you I have found that no amount of cleaning, or different adhesives made a difference.

What I DID find though is that *most* windshield repair shops (esp the big ones like Saflite ) will re-attach it for FREE !

I've had 2 or 3 cars mirrors re-attached at shops and they STAY ATTACHED !

Check the yellow pages, and call a few shops ... I'm SURE you'll find one that does it for free. (of course I usually give the guy a tip at least )

They use a 2 part primer / adhesive. doesn't seem like magic or anything, but it MUST be different than the windshield glue you buy at Pep Boys CAUSE IT WORKS !

YMMV!

I used to have this problem too. A couple of years ago I came across a clear two part epoxy. Works like a charm and has been on now longer than any of the of called "adhesives" that you will find in the auto section. I don't recall which one I got so snoop around and see what is available. The key data is that it works on glass and metal. Good precleaninig of the surfaces is a requirement. I used a piece of tape to hold the little metal bar to the windshield while the epoxy set. Then you can slip on the mirror assembly.

Charlie

Thanks guys - I'll keep your suggestions for future reference. After all, the mirror has 'stayed up' for over 24 hours now - LOL

Rick

Hmmm....I was using the windshield adhesive to reattach my rear view mirrors and they kept falling off, so I went to using super glue to reattach them. I haven't had the superglue fail yet.

re-glued...