Trailer tow mirrors?

[tlippy]

I suspect this subject has been discussed but a search of the archives didn't reveal any info.
I have the plain ole stock black mirrors and they are not adequate for towing. I bought a set of the Dodge specific clamp on's and they vibrate too much for me. What I want is a set of the extendo mirrors. Camping World has the "Power Vision" - made in Oregon variety. Are they any good? Is the OE better? Any comments, please.

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99' Quad 4x4 A/T LB 3. 54 30K Miles.
26' Terry w/slide 7500GVWR
"KISS your truck and it will be forever faithful"

 

[lhend50]

I have power vision mirrors on my 96 and I like them alot. They give you a true distance and they do not vibrate. Installation is easy accept for feeding the wires into the door. There was just a post on installing power visions. I would recommend them.

 

[BGDUMMY]

I just installed the factory Flip Out Tow Mirrors on my truck. They are great (If you don't adjust your mirrors alot) and cheaper than Power Vision.
Got them from www.magauto.com, cheaper than Mopar4less.

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96' 2500 4x4 • Ext Cab • Long Bed • Auto • 4. 10 LS • AutoMeter Pro-Comp Ultra-Lites- 3 gauge Pillar - Boost 50lb, EGT, transmission • K&N • Optima/Interstate • Mopar Tow Hooks • Mopar Nerf Bars • Downey SST Tonneau Cover • Rancho RS9000 • Wood Grain Dash • Kenwood, ADS, Soundstream & Alpine amps, JL Audio sub • CB - Galaxy 55v & President Dakota Antenna

 

[Fireman Dave]

I'm with BG. I've had them on for about a month, and they're great.

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2001 2500; SLT; 4x4; QC; LWB; Auto; 3. 54 LS; 265s; Camper; Tow; Sliding Rear Window; Travel Convenience Group; Cab Clearance Lamps; BedRug; Forest Green; Isspro Pyro, Boost, and Trans Temp Gauges; 27' TT

 

[LEEH]

I have had the Power Vision mirrors since my 96' Ram. Took them off before I sold it and installed them on my 2001. 5 RAM. Wouldn't be caught without them ! Tried many other add-on mirrors and mirror extenders and have found nothing to compare to the Power Vision mirrors. Installation on the new pickup was a snap and not anywhere near as difficult as I imagined.

 

[Okie-Go]

I have the old timey slide ons. They seem to work pretty good. I like the idea of putting them on when I need them. Truck still fits in Garage. May look at some others one of these days. I kinda like the looks of the flip mirrors the new ones have.

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2001 quadcab slt 2500 HO 6spd. LWB,2wd,dk garnett red, trailer tow package,camper special, anti spin 3. 54 axle, speed liner,oversized stainless steel chicken slide,66 gallon in bed aux. tank,K&N air filter,Reese 20k hitch, Terry 2000 EX 30ft. double slide 5er, 2000 20ft gooseneck for haulin jeep, firewood and huntin stuff. 5X12 tagalong for haulin the 4 wheeler. Okie Newton

 

[Bob V]

tlippy; I have the Powervision mirrors and love em. You can beat camping worlds price if you shop around. I got mine at last years May Madness from one of the venders for $325. I think there are some venders on the TDR links that sell them also.
Bob V

 

[Steve St.Laurent]

I just bought a set of Mckesh mirrors since I couldn't see ANYTHING behind the new 35' TT ( http://www.mckesh.com ). These mirrors came highly recommended from several friends and seem to be the favorites on the http://www.irv2.com site as well. They are easy to put on and off the truck, work on any vehicle (VERY adjustable), and can stick WAY out to see around the trailer (at least a full mirrors width beyond the factory tow mirrors - that distance is adjustable too). Towed the trailer today with the mirrors on the truck and they don't shake either.

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-Steve St. Laurent - President of the Great Lakes TDR
'98 QC LB (CMNSPWR), 4x4, ISB, 5sp, 4. 10 LSD, TST Powermax3, 275hp RV injectors, Joe Donnelly modifed Sachs Clutch, SS ladder bars, SW fuel pressure gauge, BD exhaust brake, Isspro turbo temp monitor, front Draw-Tite receiver, rear Draw-Tite class V receiver, BFG 285/75R16 AT KO's, (all the common stuff clipped)

[This message has been edited by Steve St. Laurent (edited 04-23-2001). ]

 

[OILBRNR]

With the McKesh, you can look at a total of three mirrors on either side. I set mine up so I can see close, middle and beyond the trailer.

While it takes some getting used to, it really is nice. When setup properly, there are no blind spots other than what is right on your a**. All this at a fraction of the cost of the factory flips or the PowerVisions.

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'99 2500 4x4 • SB • QC • 3. 54 • LSD • AT • Leather • Mag-Hytec • Westach Guages • Line-X • Luverne Nerfs • Tommy Gate

Towing:
'99 28' Airstream Excella (~7000# dry)
'69 24' IMP Inca Twin Screw (~6000# wet)

 

[Pull'nOld Iron]

Does anyone make a power unit that slides in when not in use. This would be the bee's kness in my mind. Are you vendors listening? Get 'em boys, we'll buy'em!

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Tim Jungles
Brandon MS(currently)
99 White Sport, westin side bars, hide-a-ball bed hitch

 

[Guest00]

Check out https://www.turbodieselregister.com/ubb//Forum3/HTML/003410.html

 

[anthony4]

When I order My truck I ordered it with The trailer tow mirrors, They work great!!!! The only thing I would like to see next is the mirrors being(*******POWER********)!!!! Good luck on picking out your mirrors.


2001 2500HD Quad Cab SLT LWB, 4x4, Cummins, 3. 54 gears,
Deep Garnet Red, Agate, 4w ABS, tinted windows,
Camper and Trailer tow packages with trailer towing mirrors,
HD transfer case, snow plow prep, cab lights, travel conv group,
mopar nurf bars, Downey SST cover, Bed liner with fifth wheel hitch
Power driver seat with power lumbar,
loaded loaded loaded!!!!!!!

[This message has been edited by anthony4 (edited 04-28-2001). ]

 

[Archive]

Tlippy... I take a lot of crap for my mirrors, but I love them and wouldn't trade for anything else. No vibration and I can see around all of my trailers and camper. I think Evan refers to them as "monkey bars". (Must be cause he is so young, he remembers climbing on them!)

 

[mbrolin]

Id go with the Powervision mirrors. They are adjustable from inside and,if Im not mistaken,have come out with a heated version. They are made in Pendelton. Take some time off and drive up to the factory. Also,they stand behind their product.

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2001 HO 6spd,Quad cab,LWB,4x4,Flame Red,all options except for leather,Westin Brushguard/Push bar,Painless wiring,Radio Shack CB,my own design CB mount,Smittybuilt nerf bars,NW Custom rocker covers,Custom built stainless rocker light bars,DeeZee bedrails,Isspro pyro and boost gauges,Jacobs ebrake,Reese 20k 5er hitch(more to come)

 

[tlippy]

Thanks Guys! I'm PVed as of Friday. At least they're in the back of the truck. I'll install Monday - as soon as I can ask my dent and fix it buddy how to get the door panels off without tearing up all the push-on panel clips.
I am going to buy the pin puller for the connectors. AND i'm going to buy the correct pin connector for the driver's door - rather than just cut off the existing one and reattach all the wires with butt connectors.

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99' Quad 4x4 A/T LB 3. 54 30K Miles.
26' Terry w/slide 7500GVWR
"KISS your truck and it will be forever faithful"

 

[BigMike]

I have a set of the Eagle Vision Portables out of Camping World. Other than the fact you have to clamp them onto your door each time you use them, (which is very very easy)
and adjust them, they are absolutely great. I can almost see someone sitting on my bumper. They cost about $120/pair. Probably outlive my truck.

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1999, 2500,4X4,QC,5spd, KN Filter,VA Box,4" Exhaust, Piller Mount Pyro & Boost Guages, BD Exhaust Brake, Bugshield w/eyebrows. Bedliner, Diamond Plated Rail Protectors, Better Built tool box, Rear Flaps.
Pull a 2000 30. 5' Terry Manor 5er.

 

[Speedo]

Check the post Magna mirrors in the
Products and Accessories Forum dated
4-23-01 has some nice pictures. They
are available remote adjust and heated,
they bolt on in place of the stockers
and use the stock harness.

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'99 3500 QC 3. 54LS, auto.
'01 800 Ski-Doo High Mark
Huntin' Buggy 60&70 7. 17s, 18. 4x16. 1 Firestones

 

[Happy Camper]

Woah! What do you need mirrors for? To see the folks disapear from view when you pass? #ad
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I had PV's on my 97 and have the stock towing flip outs on my 2001. I miss the PV but like the ones I have now except adjusting takes awhile.