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[Lincoln tech]

In a not so simple answer, it is yes they can be removed.  The problem is in the taking one off an old unit. The grey metal has very little flexibility. When spreading the tabs holding the cable wires, it has to be done with the most minimal of separation or they will break. It does not take much effort, so ease and caution are they only way to go.

I wonder how heat would work to help flex them?

It's some type of white metal so I would say no but why not try , and then you need to make a new crimp that's when fun begins , also cables have to installed in correct groves ( left , right , up , down ) very important , remember doing one many years ago no room for mistakes .

[Lincoln tech]

Here is a basic idea of what your'e up against .                 http://1969stang.com/forum/index.php?/topic/88723-replacing-remote-cable-for-driver-side-sport-mirror/

[gt350shelb]

unscrew the cable by twisting them / dont try to un crimp it !

[kasearch@ix.netcom.com]

New question on this grey metal piece.  I was informed that the threaded piece on the 69 mirror is a one year only. Can anyone confirm this?  I have an individual with a 67 remote mirror cable that I could disassembly and use, but will it work???  What is the differences between the two?

[Krelboyne]

The control wand, or knobs, are different for each year. That controller should all be the same, just made a comparison.
Starting in 1970, most of the remote mirrors have a 90° controller.