To the vertically endowed.... question on mirrors and seats

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Originally Posted by big31

Greetings,

I'm 6'5". I finally have my '31 A truck in a reliable enough state to use it regularly. On long trips the hunched over nature in which I'm driving starts to become uncomfortable and it would appear almost every mirror combination meant for the A, will not work for someone of my altitude.

So my questions:

1. I'm using a '68 mustang rear seat which is 11" from floor board to highest part of the seat. How high are OE seats on a 31?

2. Mirrors, stock mirrors, spare tire mirrors - do not work without becoming a contortionist. What are you using in lieu of stock to see what's behind you?

As always, thank you for any reply.

1. I take it you have a closed cab. If so, here's the schematic:

http://www.motormayhem.net/wp-upload...model-a-pu.jpg

Shows highest point of seat at 11-11/16" (same for open cab)

2. V8 hinge mirrors have a longer arm that angles upward - dunno if they fit A. If so, maybe could mount on top hinge - be kinda funny-looking but might work.

I love trucks but I agree with others that cabs aren't roomy - you may have to put up with it or trade for another body style...or shrink!