Product Description:
Hawks Motorsports is pleased to offer our clients the following: new reproduction driver-side bullet exterior mirror mounting kit for the 1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird, OER part #R313.
Complete the installation of a factory-style driver-side bullet or sport exterior mirror with this application-specific mounting kit. The components install between the mirror base and driver-side door, securing the mirror while the molded gasket helps separate the mirror base from the painted door surface.
OER #R313 includes the driver-side mirror mounting bracket, molded base gasket, mirror-to-bracket screws and bracket-to-door screws. It is suitable for installing a replacement bullet mirror or replacing missing, damaged, corroded or mismatched mounting components.
This kit is designed specifically for the left-hand driver side. The complete exterior mirror and its remote-control components are sold separately.
Key Features
- New reproduction exterior mirror mounting kit
- Designed for factory-style bullet or sport mirrors
- Left-hand driver-side application
- Includes the mirror mounting bracket
- Includes the molded mirror-base gasket
- Includes mirror-to-bracket screws
- Includes bracket-to-door screws
- Helps secure the mirror to the driver-side door
- Suitable for restoration or mirror replacement
- Primary fitment for 1970-1981 Camaro and Firebird models
- Additional Chevrolet, Pontiac and Oldsmobile applications
- OER part #R313
- Sold as one driver-side mounting kit
Fitment Applications
1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro
Fits applicable models equipped with a factory-style driver-side bullet or sport exterior mirror, including:
- Camaro
- Camaro Sport Coupe
- Camaro Rally Sport
- Camaro Super Sport
- Camaro Type LT
- Camaro Berlinetta
- Camaro Z28
1970-1981 Pontiac Firebird
Fits applicable models equipped with a factory-style driver-side bullet or sport exterior mirror, including:
- Firebird
- Firebird Esprit
- Firebird Formula
- Firebird Trans Am
Additional Chevrolet Applications
- 1973-1974 Chevrolet Nova
- 1974-1977 Chevrolet Vega
- 1975-1978 Chevrolet Monza
Additional Pontiac Applications
- 1970-1972 Pontiac LeMans
- 1970-1972 Pontiac GTO
- 1975-1977 Pontiac Astre
- 1976-1978 Pontiac Sunbird
Additional Oldsmobile Applications
- 1970-1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1970-1972 Oldsmobile 442
Important Fitment Requirements
- Fits the left-hand driver side only
- Designed for bullet-style or sport exterior mirrors
- Does not replace the complete exterior mirror
- Not intended for the standard round or rectangular chrome mirror
- Verify that the vehicle has the corresponding bullet-mirror door configuration
- Compare the bracket, gasket and screw locations with the mirror before installation
- Previously repaired or modified doors may require additional fitment inspection
- Original and aftermarket mirror bases may have minor differences
- Confirm that the gasket follows the mirror-base and door contours
- Remote-control cables, adjusters and interior control bezels are separate components
What Is Included
The OER R313 kit includes:
- One driver-side bullet-mirror mounting bracket
- One molded driver-side mirror-base gasket
- Mirror-to-bracket screws
- Bracket-to-door screws
The complete exterior mirror, mirror glass, remote-control cable, adjustment knob and interior control bezel are not included.
Driver-Side Application
Part #R313 is designed for the left-hand driver-side mirror.
The driver-side mounting bracket differs from the corresponding passenger-side component. Using the correct side-specific bracket helps position the mirror base against the door and align the retaining screws with the appropriate mounting points.
For the corresponding right-hand passenger-side bullet-mirror mounting kit, use OER part #R312.
- Driver side: OER #R313
- Passenger side: OER #R312
Remote Bullet Mirror Applications
The driver-side bullet or sport mirror used on many of the listed vehicles incorporates a mechanical remote-control system. The cable assembly passes through the door and connects the mirror to an adjustment control inside the passenger compartment.
OER #R313 mounts the exterior mirror to the door. It does not replace the mirror’s remote-control cable, adjustment mechanism, control knob or interior bezel.
Before installation, inspect the complete remote-mirror assembly for:
- Damaged or kinked control cables
- Loose cable connections
- Seized mirror movement
- Missing adjustment controls
- Damaged interior bezel
- Cracked mirror housing
- Loose or damaged glass
Complete any necessary mirror or remote-control repairs before permanently installing the mounting kit.
Bullet Mirror Compatibility
This kit is intended for the body-colored bullet or sport exterior mirror used on applicable Chevrolet, Pontiac and Oldsmobile models.
It should not be confused with components used for a standard chrome exterior mirror. Bullet mirrors use a different base shape, gasket and door-mounting arrangement.
Before installation, compare:
- Mirror-base shape
- Mounting-bracket shape
- Gasket profile
- Screw locations
- Door-mounting points
- Driver-side orientation
- Remote-cable routing where applicable
Test-fit the bracket and gasket with the mirror before completing installation.
Product Details
- Brand: OER
- Part number: R313
- Product type: Exterior mirror mounting kit
- Mirror style: Bullet or sport mirror
- Position: Left-hand driver side
- Installation location: Driver-side door
- Mounting bracket: Included
- Molded base gasket: Included
- Mirror-to-bracket screws: Included
- Bracket-to-door screws: Included
- Mirror assembly: Sold separately
- Remote-control components: Sold separately
- Passenger-side companion kit: OER #R312
- Condition: New reproduction
- Quantity: One driver-side mounting kit
Restoration Uses
OER #R313 is suitable for:
- Installing a driver-side reproduction bullet mirror
- Reinstalling an original driver-side bullet mirror
- Replacing a missing mirror mounting bracket
- Replacing a damaged or distorted mirror-base gasket
- Replacing corroded or mismatched mirror screws
- Completing a Camaro exterior restoration
- Completing a Firebird, Formula or Trans Am exterior restoration
- Correcting an improperly mounted driver-side sport mirror
- Returning a modified door to a factory-style mirror configuration
Installation Notes
Remove the existing mirror carefully to avoid damaging the mirror housing, remote-control cable, door sheet metal or surrounding paint.
Before installation:
- Compare the new bracket and gasket with the mirror base.
- Confirm that the kit is being installed on the driver side.
- Inspect the door-mounting area for previous repairs or enlarged holes.
- Check the remote-control cable and mirror adjustment before installation.
- Route the remote cable without sharp bends or kinks where applicable.
- Position the molded gasket against the door.
- Verify that the gasket follows the mirror-base and door contours.
- Position the mounting bracket inside the appropriate door location.
- Start each screw by hand to prevent cross-threading.
- Align the mirror before gradually tightening the screws.
- Tighten the screws evenly.
- Confirm that the mirror sits securely without distorting the gasket.
- Test the remote adjustment before completing reassembly.
Do not overtighten the screws. Excessive force can distort the gasket, damage the mirror base or affect the surrounding door surface.
Consult the appropriate factory body or service manual when removing interior door components and routing the mirror-control cable.
Care and Inspection
Inspect the mirror periodically for looseness, especially after initial installation.
Confirm that the gasket remains seated evenly around the mirror base. A displaced or damaged gasket can allow the mirror base to contact the painted door surface.
Check that the remote-control cable moves smoothly without binding. Do not force the adjustment control if the mirror glass does not respond normally.
When washing the vehicle, avoid directing high-pressure water beneath the mirror base. Dry the area around the gasket to prevent moisture and debris from collecting between the mirror and door.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles fit OER part #R313?
It fits the driver-side bullet exterior mirror on applicable 1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird models. It also fits several Nova, Vega, Monza, LeMans, GTO, Astre, Sunbird, Cutlass and 442 applications.
Is R313 for the driver side or passenger side?
R313 is for the left-hand driver side.
What is the passenger-side version?
OER #R312 is the corresponding right-hand passenger-side bullet-mirror mounting kit.
What type of mirror does this kit fit?
It is designed for factory-style bullet or sport exterior mirrors.
Does it fit a standard chrome mirror?
No. Standard chrome mirrors use a different base and mounting arrangement.
Does it fit a 1970 Camaro?
Yes, when the vehicle is equipped with the corresponding driver-side bullet or sport mirror.
Does it fit a 1981 Camaro Z28?
Yes. It fits the driver-side bullet-mirror application on an appropriately equipped 1981 Camaro Z28.
Does it fit a Firebird Formula?
Yes. It fits applicable 1970-1981 Firebird Formula models equipped with the corresponding driver-side bullet mirror.
Does it fit a Trans Am?
Yes. It fits applicable 1970-1981 Pontiac Trans Am driver-side bullet-mirror applications.
Is the mirror mounting bracket included?
Yes. The driver-side mirror mounting bracket is included.
Is the mirror-base gasket included?
Yes. The kit includes the molded gasket used between the bullet-mirror base and driver-side door.
Are the mounting screws included?
Yes. The kit includes mirror-to-bracket and bracket-to-door screws.
Is the complete exterior mirror included?
No. This listing is for the driver-side mounting kit. The complete bullet mirror assembly is sold separately.
Is the remote-control cable included?
No. The remote-control cable, adjuster and interior bezel are separate components.
Will it work with an original GM bullet mirror?
It is designed for the factory-style bullet-mirror configuration. Because original and reproduction mirror bases can vary, compare the bracket, gasket and screw locations before installation.
Can this kit be used on either side?
No. R313 is specifically designed for the driver side. Use R312 for the passenger side.
Is this an original GM kit?
No. It is a new reproduction kit manufactured under the OER brand.
