Towing mirrors - 1st Generation specific

[dan brooks]

I need some good towing mirrors for my '92. With the camper on, it's kinda hard to back a small fishing boat down the dock with the stock mirrors... . not to mention just seeing the **** thing while driving - I keep thinking the hitch failed several miles back.



When I was looking for my truck, I saw a 1st Generation with some really nice towing mirrors - they were all metal, and clamped to the factory mirrors instead of the slip-on plastic CIPA-type pieces. I've tried every search engine I can think of, but still haven't found what I'm looking for. Anyone have any links or some place to start? I know I can fire up the welder and fab something, but it sure would be nice to just order them instead.

 

[Ian]

Mirrors

Dan,

One way you can go is reverse the tubes that currently support the mirrors. Takes 3 or 4 hours per side. After that you must fit a 5" convex mirror between the mirror and the door as you will have a large blind spot beside you.

I did both doors on my '93 over three years ago, never used the slide ons since, even when towing a 5th wheel.

Get back to me if you need more info on reversing the tubes.

Ian.

 

[dan brooks]

Ian - Thanks for the reply. I had considered reversing the tubes, but things are already tight getting in and out of the garage, so I really need something that can be removed when not needed.



I just picked up a set of these - I read they work pretty well, so I'll give them a shot this weekend... . but I kept my receipt, just in case.



http://rpminnovations.com/11960.htm

 

[Case500D]

Reverse Supports

Ian,



Do you have a picture of the mirrors with the reversed support brackets? I am interested. I gave up on the west coast mirrors because of the holes in the doors and adding new holes to the doors. Thanks.



Jeremy

 

[cwienenga]

towing mirrors

www.hensleymfg.com,

mckesh mirrors, not cheap but from the research I did,they are the only game in town for removable mirrors. mine work great and can be taken off in a minute. they are known for no vibration and don't harm the finish as long as it is clean when they are put on.

cliff



Hensley manufacturing (if manual search)