Abstract: A rearview mirror assembly for an industrial vehicle comprising a C-shaped supporting element, a mirror attached to this supporting element, hinging means for attaching the supporting element in a projecting position to the body of the vehicle defining at least one preferential angular position of the supporting element, and a telescopic rod connected to a lower arm of the supporting element and to a bracket fixed to the vehicle body, so as to reduce the vibrations during use of the supporting element and equipped with elastic means exerting a return force on the arm.

Abstract: A vehicle roof-view mirror assembly which, because of the various optional adjusting means, allows the use of the mirror assembly with a wide assortment of vehicles and vehicle types. The vehicle roof-view mirror assembly or system for viewing the roof area and the space above the roof area maybe incorporated into the vehicle as original equipment or a factory installed assembly and/or is custom made for the make and model of vehicle on which the assembly is incorporated especially when the view expanding mirror is external to and forward of the vehicle windshield or windscreen. The adjustment of the mirror in order to better view the roof area may be done remotely by well known systems such as is used for the remote control of presently used side-view mirrors. There may also be incorporated a heater system in order to keep the mirror free of ice and snow.

Abstract: A U-shaped clamp fastens to a boat windshield frame with set screws and incorporates a protruding member having a recess with a hemispherical radius at the inner end and a straight bore tapped with internal threads at the outer end. A ball having a matching radius is held captive in the recess by a nut that engages the internal threads. The nut has a partial radius that matches the radius of the ball. A slotted elongated arm fastens to a mirror at the slotted end, and has an elbow at the other end that passes through a large opening in the nut and fastens to the ball. Another embodiment has a ball mounted on the protruding member that mates with a cylindrical ball socket member having a ledge at one end adapted to engage the ball. The ball socket member has a split that is squeezed together to hold the ball. Another embodiment has a cylindrical pivot member rather than a ball-socket pivot. In one embodiment the protruding member is formed as an integral part of the boat windshield frame.

Abstract: A mounting for a rear view mirror on a vehicle in which the distance of the mirror from the outside of the vehicle can be varied to allow rear vision when wide loads or a wide towed device might otherwise interfere. The adjustment is made possible by using a telescoping tube capable of being clamped in various adjusted positions.

Abstract: Method for preparing an adjustable side view mirror mounting mechanism (40,50,70) for vehicles which includes a conventional mounting support (14) supporting neck (12) and mirror (M). After the neck (12) is cut a desired distance above base (14) the neck stub (23) left on base (14) is removed and a replacement sleeve (70) is substituted. A slidable mirror support block (50) has a slot (64) through which is received bar (40) and which has lock means (56) for securing and releasing the block for slidable movement with respect to the bar. On the top of the block means (50) is a support cavity (55) to receive the shortened neck (12) for supporting the mirror (M). The mounting bar (40) with block (50) is attached to the upper end of sleeve (70) to complete the installation.

Abstract: A telescopic exterior rear-view mirror for motor vehicles which includes a first side mirror device having an inner chamber and a second side mirror adapted to move laterally outwardly from a retracted position in the chamber of the first side mirror device into an extended position in a telescopic fashion, a spring disposed between adjacent side walls of the first side mirror device and the second side mirror device for expelling the second side mirror device from the collapsed position into the extended position and a lock and release means for locking the second side mirror device in the collapsed position and operating to release the second side mirror device therefrom.

Abstract: An inside rearview mirror assembly for use in the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle includes a base, a stay detachably mounted on the base, and a mirror unit supported on the stay. The base and the stay have respective joint surfaces intimately contacting each other, partly spherical interfitting projections and dimples formed respectively on front ends of the joint surfaces, and non-contact surfaces disposed forwardly of the projections and dimples and providing a gap between the stay and the base. When the mirror unit is subjected to an impact, the stay is angularly moved forwardly about the projections and dimples, and detached from the base.

Abstract: A vehicle rear view mirror includes a generally rectangular open frame formed from a cylindrical member. The frame is mounted for compound adjustment with respect to a mounting plate adapted for securement on a vehicle. A pair of mirrors are mounted within the frame for independent compound adjustment with respect to the frame to allow a wide angle rear view and to eliminate blind spots.

Abstract: An automatic rearview mirror for vehicles which is capable of constricting the rearview mirror when it is not used, and capable of drawing out the rearview mirror only when it is required. The rearview mirror comprising an external housing, an internal housing, a protecting glass plate, a mirror plate, packing and scraper, a motor, and two servomotors for adjusting the angle of mirror plate. The external housing is fixed to the interior of the front quarter vent or on the bonnet, and the internal housing is drawn out of the external housing and inserted therein by switching operations performed by the driver. The protecting glass plate is cleaned every time the internal housing is drawn out of and constricted into the external housing by the scraper attached to the opening edge of the external housing so that the mirror can be easily cleaned.

Abstract: A kit for the versatile display of pictures which includes: (a) one or more frame members into which photographs or similar works of art can be easily inserted; (b) a slotted track to which one or more frame members may be adjustably attached; and (c) finger-adjustable wing-bolts to hold a frame member and one or more slotted tracks together. The kit also includes a wall-hanging member which may be easily and adjustably positioned near the center of gravity of the finished display.

Abstract: A mirror angle adjusting device for a door mirror assembly for use in motor vehicles has an operating lever, and first and second connecting members for sequentially transmitting to a mirror holder vertical and horizontal movements of the lever for angle adjustment. Smooth operation of the angle adjustment of a mirror can be performed by a connection between the lever and the first connecting member, and between the first connecting member and the second connecting member. The first connecting member can include a first joint for connecting with the lever, and a second joint for connecting the first joint with the second connecting member.

Abstract: According to the invention an outside rear-view mirror for a vehicle especially for a truck or a bus is provided which has a holder rod adapted to be fastened to the car body and a mirror housing mounted to a portion of the holder rod. The mirror housing accommodates a mirror glass the position of which may be adjusted by mechanical or electrical means. The mirror housing is formed with a shackle projecting towards said portion of the holder rod, and a first clamping piece is fixed to the shackle by two bolts which are spaced in the direction of said portion of the holder rod and which extend through a curved slot cut into the shackle. The length of the slot is substantially greater than the distance between the bolts. A second clamping piece may be mounted to the first clamping piece so that both clamping pieces grip the outer contour of said portion of the holder rod.

Abstract: A telescopic exterior rear-view mirror for motor vehicles which comprises a first side mirror device having an inner chamber and a second side mirror adapted to move laterally outwardly from a retracted position in the chamber of the first side mirror device into an extended position in a telescopic fashion, a spring disposed between adjacent side walls of the first side mirror device and the second side mirror device for expelling the second side mirror device from the retracted position into the extended position and a lock and release means for locking the second side mirror device in the retracted position and operating to release the second side mirror device therefrom.

Abstract: Disclosed is an outside rear view mirror for a vehicle which has a mirror housing mounted to a pedestal such that it may rock relative to the pedestal upon impact from the front or from the rear. Within the mirror housing, means are provided for holding a mirror glass which allow pivoting of the mirror glass about any one or both of two perpendicular pivot axes, one of which is normally upright and the other of which runs transversely to the car body to which the pedestal is fastened. An adjusting device for adjusting the position of the mirror glass includes a lever which is pivotably mounted within the pedestal, and one end of which is provided with a handle and the opposite end of which is coupled to a rod. The rod extends through a joint coupling the mirror housing rockably to the pedestal into the mirror housing and is pivotably mounted to a stud means projecting from the back of the mirror and offset from the point of intersection of said axes.

Abstract: A mirror support structure is provided and consists of a framework that is adjustable and can be worn on the shoulders of a person using the mirror so that both hands can be free for other uses. In another form the framework can stand on a flat surface.

Abstract: A rear window mirror apparatus for observing blind spot areas to the rear and side of an automobile and to optically transmit visualization thereof to the rear view mirror at the driver's station. Comprising the apparatus is a more or less U-shaped channel-like frame defining an open central cavity in which angled mirrors are secured for receiving outward reflections from blind spot areas and transmitting the reflections through a front wall aperture. A hinged lower support provides an adhesive pad for securing the frame to the window surface at the underside and an upper elongated slotted bar likewise including an adhesive pad provides for mounting the upperside onto the window surface. The longitudinal slot on the bar receives a bolt extending upstanding from the top surface of the frame. By adjusting the slot relative to thebolt the effective length of the bar can be varied to accommodate different window slopes of the various automobile designs for which such a mirror is contemplated.

Abstract: An outer mirror for use in a motor vehicle is designed to prevent or attenuate chattering vibrations which a mirror holder holding a mirror produces against a mirror visor. This outer mirror assembly is provided with a first vibration-preventive member which is used in the mirror holder and with a second vibration-preventive member which is housed in a mirror visor and held in slidable contact with the first vibration-preventive member. The slidable surface of the first vibration-preventive member forms a curve which satisfies a condition that the inclination .alpha.' of the tangential line at each contact point of the two vibration-preventive members is always larger than the angle of friction .lambda. between the two vibration-preventive members. According to this structure, the first vibration-preventive member or the mirror holder is always given an outwardly acting force by the second vibration-preventive member which is provided with a spring.

Abstract: An adjustable side view mirror assembly (10) which includes a conventional support mounting (14) supporting neck (12) and mirror (M). After the neck (12) is cut a desired distance above mount (14) an adapter bar (20) is connected to the stub (23) left on mount (14). A slidable mirror support block (40) has a slot (60) through which is received bar (20) and which has lock means (66) for securing and releasing the block for slidable movement with respect to the bar. On the top of the block means (40) is a support cavity (54) to receive the neck (12) for supporting the mirror (M). Securement means (56,58) are provided to lock neck (12) in cavity (54).

Abstract: This invention provides a viewing device which permits data displayed on a computer screen and similar terminals to be seen by viewing the reflection of the data in mirrors within the viewing device. The viewing device permits viewing of the data at approximately the same level and angles as paper documents might be viewed. A method for assembling and adjusting a viewing device.

Abstract: An exterior rearview mirror for a motor vehicle has a housing mounted on a base member by means of a ball-and-socket joint comprising a socket formed in the base member and a convex member attached to the housing. The socket comprises the concave inner surface of a hollow part-spherical member. An arm has a concave surface formed on one end and adapted to engage with the convex outer surface of the part-spherical member. Resilient means are arranged to bias the arm towards the convex member so as to urge the concave surface on the arm against the convex outer surface of the part-spherical member and to urge the concave inner surface of the part-spherical member against the convex member, and release means on the other end of the arm are operable to reduce the friction resisting movement of the housing relative to the base member about the part-spherical member. Operation of the release means thus enables the orientation of the housing relative to the base member to be adjusted with relatively little effort.

Abstract: An elongate plate slotted for a major portion of its length receives a fastener for adjustably securing the plate to the side view mirror bracket of a vehicle. The plate has a lengthwise extending shoulder which abuts an edge of the side view mirror bracket of the vehicle to assure plate and bracket alignment. The plate defines an opening offset to one side from the elongate opening and shoulder of the plate and receives a fastener securing a side view mirror to the plate and permits side view mirror retraction proximate the original position of the mirror on the side view bracket of the vehicle.

Abstract: A window is provided in the floor of the crane cab and a reflecting mirror is located in front of the operator which is positioned such that the operator can look through the window without leaving his seat. With the orientation of the mirror and window, the operator can view the area below and behind his seat without having to move from his seat. The operator has a clear view of the area in which the load is to be moved and can determine the best and safest time to move the load.

Abstract: An adjustable mount for a laterally supported, rear view mirror which is attachable to a flat, upper surface of a side mirror support brace, said mount comprising an elongated base member having a substantially flat (i) top and (ii) bottom surface, (iii) opposing side walls extending downward along opposing side edges of the base member and opposing base member ends. The top surface of the base member has a closed configuration to conceal components and protect interior locking components against adverse elements. The bottom surface of the base member includes a pair of opposing flat shoulders which partially extend from the edges to an elongated slot. This elongated slot traverses the length of the base member and extends within its volumn to form a T-slot track guide which houses an elongated tracking member having a corresponding T shape.

Abstract: A mirror and bracket assembly wherein the mirror housing has a flat mirror and a convex mirror. The mirrors are secured to support posts within the mirror housing such that if the mirror housing is dropped or jarred the flat mirror and the convex mirror would not become misaligned.

Abstract: An adjustable side view mirror assembly (50) which includes a conventional pivotal mounting bracket (20) having an upper generally horizontal support portion (38). An adapter block has two halves (70,72) with matching slots (76) and (74) one above the other. The lower slot (74) is mounted on support portion (38) while the upper slot receives a slide bar (90). The mirror (22) is mounted at the outer end (92) of the slide bar (90) while stop means (96) are located at the inner end (94) to prevent the bar from sliding on through. A threadable member (102) locks the slide bar in the desired position.

Abstract: A mirror mount (10) is provided that allows free pitch, yaw and roll motion of the mirror (28) while keeping the location of a point (56) on the surface of the mirror (28) fixed in the rest frame of reference of the mount (10). Yaw movement is provided by two yaw cylinders (30,32) that are bearing (52) mounted to provide rotation. Pitch and roll motion is provided by a spherically annular shell (42) that is air bearing (72,74) mounted to move between a clamp (60) and an upper pedestal bearing (44). The centers of curvature of the spherical surfaces of the shell (42) lie upon the point (56). Pitch motion and roll motion are separately and independently imparted to mirror (28) by a pair of pitch paddles (34) and a pair of roll paddles (36) that are independently and separately moved by control rods (76,80) driven by motors (78,82).

Abstract: A system for viewing an infant in the rear seat of the vehicle utilizing a mirror mounted in the back seat of the vehicle which is adjustable so that it reflects the image of the infant to the rear view mirror for viewing by the driver of the vehicle.

Abstract: The rear view system of the present invention allows a mirror to be mounted in the back of a bus which is effectively isolated from the vibration of the bus body thereby providing the driver a clear view of the passengers seated in the back of the bus even in buses having high back seats. The rear view system includes a mirror mounted to a backing support member. The backing support member is secured to the back of the bus using mounting brackets. A pair of matched mounting brackets is provided. Each bracket includes a lower strut fixedly mounted to the interior wall of the bus at one end and pivotally mounted to the backing support member adjacent the lower end of the mirror. An upper strut connected to the interior wall of the bus at a first end and connected to the backing support member adjacent the upper end of the mirror at a second end.

Abstract: The picture hanger is adjustable in three dimensions to thereby adjust the suspension position up and down, side to side and inwardly and outwardly with respect to a mounting point. The hanger includes a body plate having an elongated slotted opening to receive a mounting screw at a mounting point upon a wall. A stud protrudes from the front surface of the body plate to provide the suspension support. The body plate is rotatable about the mounting point and translatable through movement over a screw at the mounting point at the slotted opening to thereby adjust the position of the stud at different suspension support positions.

Abstract: An auxiliary mirror assembly of the type primarily designed to be mounted on the external casing of an existing rear view mirror located outboard or extending outwardly from the interior of an automobile or like vehicle. The auxiliary mirror comprises a base, connecting structure, mounting portion and mirror element all cooperatively structured and interconnected to one another such that the mirror element may be substantially universely positioned about a plurality of axes in at least three independent directions.

Abstract: A picture hanging device comprising a male member adapted to be rigidly secured to the back of a picture frame or other like object and a female member adapted to be rigidly secured to a wall or other vertical support surface. The male member includes an upper fastening flange and a resilient lower tongue normally lying in the same vertical plane. The fastening flange is provided with a fixed or movable spacing portion which protrudes beyond the fastening flange and the tongue. The female member comprises an upper guiding portion and a lower slot. The guiding portion guides the tongue into the slot and contacts the spacing portion when the tongue is fully inserted within the slot. A portion of the tongue remains exposed above the slot when fully inserted therein such that the exposed portion is deflected outwardly so as to urge the lower edge of the frame toward the wall.

Abstract: There is disclosed herein an adjustable mirror for use with a vehicle such as a semi-trailer truck. The mirror can be adjustable by being rotated or by being moved horizontally inward or outward from the truck. The control mechanism to move the mirror is reversible motors which can be controlled from within the truck through the use of a pair of switches. The mechanism for moving the mirror inward or outward includes a rack and pinion which is controlled by the motor means.

Abstract: A frame for supporting a light modifying sheet such as a flag, scrim, cucoloris, and the like, comprises a main rod having hinges at opposite ends thereof. A pair of sheet supporting rods are connected to the hinges for rotation by about 270.degree., in a common plane, about the main rod. The sheet supporting rods can thus be rotated from a storage position parallel to the main rod to an erected position substantially parallel to each other and perpendicular to the main rod. A pair of spaced clips are connected to each sheet supporting rod for releasably clipping a light modifying sheet between the erected sheet support rods. A further hinge is connected at an intermediate location on the main rod and at a spaced location from the exact center of the main rod. A frame supporting rod is connected to the additional hinge and pivotable about an axis which lies in the plane of rotation of the sheet supporting rods, with respect to the main rod.

Abstract: A gravity self-aligning article mount for suspension mounting of an article to a support wherein a first mounting bracket is adapted for securement to a support and a second mounting bracket is adapted for securement to an article to be suspended from the support. A vertically-extending horn is secured to upper portions of one of the brackets and an opening is provided in upper portions of the other of said bracket for receiving and seating the horn to hang the article bracket from the support bracket. The brackets have engaging body portions which underlie the aforedescribed horn and opening, and which body portions further respectively have mating convex and concave contoured seating surfaces adapted to gravitationally self-align one of the brackets with the other to vertical after the horn has been engaged in the opening.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for hanging lanterns from vehicles comprising an elongated bracket arm having a securing means disposed at a first end for cooperation with the first end to rigidly attach the bracket arm to the vehicle, a rod having a first end with means thereon disposed for resiliently contacting a side of the vehicle and having a portion of the rod engaging a second end of the bracket arm remote from the first end and a support means disposed between the bracket arm and rod for supporting at least the first end of the rod.

Abstract: A rear view mirror extension assembly that may be used in conjunction with the mirror support bracket on an automotive vehicle such as a pick-up truck, van or the like, and it is particularly useful when the vehicle is towing a travel trailer or boat to improve the field of vision for the driver of the vehicle rearwardly of the latter. The improved field of vision is desirable and increases the safety in driving a vehicle equipped with the invention on the highway, as well as permitting easier maneuvering of the vehicle drawing a trailer or boat into a recreational vehicle parking space.

Abstract: The adjustable arm is made up of a pair of flexible members which can be interlocked with respect to each other via pairs of individual blocks which are spaced apart on a flexible strip. The blocks are provided with suitable projections and recesses to interfit into each other when brought together. The interfitting members define a hollow cross-sectional shape which is relatively rigid in an extended position and which provides a passageway for various components such as electrical wiring.

Abstract: A novel optical device that is mounted on the handle-bars of a bicycle and provides a rectified forward looking field of view for a bike rider is bent over the handlebars in the head down bike riding position and looking in downward direction. It consists of a first reflecting surface which receives light from the field of view and directs it to a second reflecting surface which, in turn, directs it to the bike rider.

Abstract: A combined sighting target and bracket adapted for receiving a reflector housing for use with electronic distance measuring instruments in surveying and other civil engineering applications. The unique structure permits adjustment of three parameters that render the present invention generally compatible for use in conjunction with virtually any kind of electronic distance measuring instrument. One such adjustment, namely, vertical displacement between a reflector housing and the sighting target, permits duplication of any offset distance that exists between a telescope and ranging optics of the remotely located measuring instrument. The other adjustment features include elevation and azimuth angle variations that permit orientation of the reflecting device to be virtually normal with respect to the incoming and reflected laser, infrared, or other such energy commonly used by such electronic distance measuring instruments.

Abstract: A combined sighting target and bracket adapted for receiving a reflector housing for use with electronic distance measuring instruments in surveying and other civil engineering applications. The unique structure permits adjustment of three parameters that render the present invention generally compatible for use in conjunction with virtually any kind of electronic distance measuring instrument. One such adjustment, namely, vertical displacement between a reflector housing and the sighting target, permits duplication of any offset distance that exists between a telescope and ranging optics of the remotely located measuring instrument. The other adjustment features include elevation and azimuth angle variations that permit orientation of the reflecting device to be virtually normal with respect to the incoming and reflected laser, infrared, or other such energy commonly used by such electronic distance measuring instruments.

Abstract: Dual-use mirror apparatus comprising a pair of upright rectangular frames with reflecting mirror surfaces on the front sides. The mirror frames are pivotally connected at their top and bottom edges to the ends of telescopic rods. A free-standing model has both frames supported on caster wheels. The apparatus may be unfolded to an open position in which the frames are spaced apart a distance permitted by extension of the rods. In this open position, the reflecting mirror surfaces diverge forwardly and outwardly to provide side and partial rear views of a user. Alternatively, the apparatus may be folded into a compact, closed position, one frame lying over the other with the front frame facing forwardly for use as a single, direct-viewing, front-on single mirror. A modified form shows one mirror frame supported on a vertical member such as a door or wall and the other mirror frame supported on caster wheels for movement between open and closed positions.

Abstract: Pivotable side-by-side mirror members assist the driver of a tractor-trailer or other vehicles in backing and having an unobstructed rear view. The mirror apparatus includes a transverse frame member which allows for a greater and more precise adjustment of the mirror members to each other and to the vehicle for a more complete rearward view.

Abstract: A rear view mirror mounting for installation on the driver's door of a truck or a car hauling a camper, trailer or the like comprises a rigid arm to protrude from the vehicle door, a mirror support post telescoped with the arm for holding a mirror at the required outward position, two rigid legs diverging downwardly from a pivotal connection with the outer end of the arm, and footing brackets pivoted on parallel horizontal axes to the inner arm end and the lower leg ends so that the assembly can be mounted readily in a desired viewing position on a vehicle door having any of various outside contours. Special two-part footing brackets that comprise heads slidable into locked positions on unobtrusive rail plates fixed to the door enable the mirror assembly to be attached and removed easily.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an electrically controllable pivoting mirror device for an optical video-disc player, which pivoting mirror device comprises a frame as well as a mirror which with the aid of a plastics bearing with a height of less than 3 mm is fixed to a bearing support. The elastic bearing is first manufactued as a finished part and it is not until after this that it is connected to the pivoting mirror and, as the case may be, to the bearing support. In accordance with a suitable embodiment of the method the bearing is manufactured from chloroprene rubber with the aid of a molding process and is connected to the bearing support during the molding process.

Abstract: A rear view mirror mounting for installation on the driver's door of a truck or a car hauling a camper, trailer or the like comprises a rigid arm to protrude from the vehicle door, a mirror support post telescoped with the arm for holding a mirror at the required outward position, two rigid legs diverging downwardly from a pivotal connection with the outer end of the arm, and footing brackets pivoted on parallel horizontal axes to the inner arm end and the lower leg ends so that the assembly can be mounted readily in a desired viewing position on a vehicle door having any of various outside contours. Special two-part footing brackets that comprise heads slidable into locked positions on unobtrusive rail plates fixed to the door enable the mirror assembly to be attached and removed easily.

Abstract: A rear view mirror for a motor vehicle in which a mirror head is mounted for angular movement about two axes at right angles to each other and is adjustable about these axes by rotation of a single control shaft. Adjustment of the head about one axis is effected by rotation of an eccentric element by the shaft, and adjustment about the other axis is effected by linear movement produced by rotation of a second element such as a scroll cam or screw thread. A lost motion device is arranged between the shaft and at least one of the elements so that a degree of adjustment of the mirror head about one axis can be effected without alteration to the angular setting of the head with respect to the other axis. The lost motion device may be arranged between the two elements or between an additional fine-adjust device and both the elements.

Abstract: A side mirror system is disclosed for securing to the cab door of a truck. The mirror of the system is a conventional elongated, rectangular production mirror secured to mounting brackets so that the upper edge of the mirror is beneath the direct line of sight of the driver of the truck so as to minimally obstruct his side angle vision. The mirror is preferably vertically adjustable with respect to the mounting brackets to allow the driver of the truck to adjust the mirror vertically to a position to minimally obstruct his side angle vision while allowing unobstructed rear vision through the mirror.

Abstract: A rear view mirror having a slidably extensible auxiliary reflective element is disclosed. The auxiliary reflective element serves to enlarge the range of rear view vision of the driver of a vehicle such as an automobile. The position of the auxiliary mirror can easily be adjusted with regard to both its displacement from the principal mirror and the relative angle of its plane with regard to the plane of the principal mirror.

Abstract: A remote controlled mirror system for attachment to a vehicle, particularly a truck, having both a righthand and a lefthand mirror assembly. The mirror system includes an elongated support mountable on the vehicle, such as on the roof, and extending transversely thereacross. The support has right and left extendible assemblies telescopically associated therewith, which assemblies respectively have the righthand and lefthand mirror assemblies mounted on the free ends thereof. Each extendible assembly includes a fluid pressure cylinder positioned within the support for permitting the respective mirror assembly to be moved inwardly or outwardly relative to the side of the vehicle. Each mirror assembly also has a power unit, preferably a fluid pressure cylinder, associated therewith for permitting the respective mirror to be angularly tilted about a substantially vertical axis.