2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission 2nd gen powered tow mirrors

[Scrappy]

I would like to put some towing mirrors on my truck but I have power and heat in my mirrors now and do not want to lose these features so I would have to spend $500+/- to get two sets of mirrors, My idea is, can I get the 2nd gen towing mirrors and install my power actuators/ heaters in to the tow mirrors with the tow mirror glass(since it is just glued on anyway)? might be some fabricatio/modifications to do It , but it will be considerably cheaper that way.

 

[RustyJC]

Check out the PowerVision mirrors. Ours are heated, electrically adjustable and electrically extendable and retractable.



Rusty

 

[bmoeller]

Bestop mirrors (same as CIPA)- http://www.windrockoffroad.com/part_detail.asp?PartNo=73622-01



I just finally ordered a set. On sale right now. They have the cheapest price I have found so far.

 

[Diesel Gunner]

I have a set of Bestops coming from Summit Racing for 320 and change.

 

[ox1]

I got a set from Geno's.

 

[C. Harlan]

Just bite the bullet, buy 2 pairs, turn around, and sell the pair you dont use... You will get your money's back, so its just temporary. . think of it that way. . I have the 3rd gen mirrors, and need to get a set of 2nd gen now, so I am in the middle of the process. .



-Chris-

 

[peteweb]

I need a passenger side power heated mirror!

Some SOB took out my passenger side mirror when I was parked the other day. If anyone has one they dont need anymore that will fit a 98 I would be very thankful. The plastic cover and power actuators are still intact and work it just shattered the mirror. If anyone wants the parts let me know.

 

[TowPro]

on my 98 I had heated electric regular mirrors, so I went with the mckesh strap on mirrors and removed them when your not using them. I think they run around $125. 00, but there the best of the temp mirrors



My 02 has the manual towing mirrors. I don't miss the electric heater part, but boy do I miss the remote adjusters.

 

[DDT]

peteweb

If you make a template of your mirror & take it to a glass shop they should be able to glue a new glass in for you. It should be cheaper than buying another mirror.

 

[rweis]

Rusty,



What about seeing enough of the verticle when backing?, ie tree limbs, corners of buildings, etc. Do you get enough verticle vision?



Like the idea of totally adjustable with heat.



I run my 02 manuals in the verticle mode all the time, even without 5er.



Bob Weis

 

[RustyJC]

Bob,



The only complaint I have with the PowerVisions is that the passenger mirror is flat glass, not convex like the OEM. Although better for depth perception, the flat glass gives a smaller field of view than the convex glass. To compensate for this, PowerVision offers custom fit convex spots on the website as an addition to their mirrors.



I haven't measured, but I believe the PowerVisions are probably wider than the factory non-towing mirrors we had, but not quite as tall.



Rusty

 

[bmoeller]

Bestop towing mirrors

The new mirrors came yesterday and got them installed tonight. They are GREAT! I can see the side of the trailer now while driving straight. Before you had to turn some to see past the dually fenders. They have a slight twitch, but isn't enough to be any problem. Nothing severe shaking as some have had.



Wish I had done it sooner.

 

[peteweb]

DDT

Thanks!! I will give it a try and let ya know