Extension Mirrors - What's your experience?

[rkresge]

I'm looking at extension mirrors for my 2010 F150 when towing my 23RLSW. Overall, vision is pretty good with the F150's standard mirrors, but for longer trips I'm thinking extension mirrors would be a good idea.

What's your experience with clip-on mirrors like this one from CIPA?

11950 Clip-On Towing Mirror | CIPA USA, Inc.

Or would you recommend a slip-on mirror like this one?

11800 Ford Custom Towing Mirrors | CIPA USA, Inc.

Thanks!

Roger

[Camping_J]

Originally Posted by rkresge

I'm looking at extension mirrors for my 2010 F150 when towing my 23RLSW. Overall, vision is pretty good with the F150's standard mirrors, but for longer trips I'm thinking extension mirrors would be a good idea.

What's your experience with clip-on mirrors like this one from CIPA?

11950 Clip-On Towing Mirror | CIPA USA, Inc.

Or would you recommend a slip-on mirror like this one?

11800 Ford Custom Towing Mirrors | CIPA USA, Inc.

Thanks!

Roger

I have used them both, I liked the slip on ones better but both types vibrated to the point where I couldn't see out of them without readjusting them. So I upgraded the mirrors on the truck to extending tow mirrors from amazon. They are way better, bigger mirror to see further back and they extend out far enough to see the back corner of the camper.

[ROC-REQS]

Roger,

When we had a TT I used the Mekesh Mirrors.

The CIPA 11650, Deluxe Door Mount Towing Mirror are very similar to the Mekesh.

This are not clip on or slide on, but door mounting mirrors.

I found these to be much better then either the clip on or slide on (which I've tried both) because they had much less vibration and because of that provided better visibility.

They were also very easy to mount and remove.

The door mount mirrors are an alternative to upgrading your tow vehicle to tow mirrors with less vibration then clip on or slide on extension mirrors.
But I agree with Jason that upgrading the tow vehicle to tow mirrors is the best away to go.

Hope this helps.

[bedrck46]

Check on e-bay


Mirrors Manual Towing Black Left LH & Right RH Pair Set for 04-11 Ford F150
US $156.57
http://stores.ebay.com/AM-AutoParts?...p2047675.l2563 Free shipping

[Force]

I used the 11800 Cipa's on my Ford and was very happy with them. They stayed put, no wiggling, and reached out far enough to see beyond the trailer.

I tried the other model (or one very similar to it) on my Jeep and they sucked. Didn't stay in place very well, and created an odd noise at highway speed

[ALJO]

Didn't like the clip on ones (rubber will deteriorate UV rays)...........The slip on ones are better but you might have to put on a certain place some foam tape for scuffing the standard mirrors. I am sure molds might been different between mfg.'s

[Jagiven]

I have Milenco Aero 3 XXL Mirror. They are easy to install and adjust. The reach is fabulous, very little to no vibrations. I can see the HTT bumper. I am very happy with them.

Milenco Aero 3 XXL Mirror | Milenco Limited | Caravan Products | Caravan Security | UK

[DocBrown]

I used the clip ons with 2 different towing setups that didn't have something better available. The clip ons are better than nothing but they do bounce a lot.

I am currently using the CIPA custom fit slide ons, and had a set for my old '95 'Burb. I love them. Fairly inexpensive, no issues with bouncing (don't really see how they can bounce when installed properly), and they look like they belong when traveling. Scuffing is not an issue as they have rubber on the contact surfaces.

[micron]

I considered several different clip-ons until I found plug n play towing replacement mirrors. I don't know what you're looking to spend but they were only a fraction of the cost of the OEMs and you can't tell the difference. I went through 1aauto.com. This same company also sells them a lot on ebay for a bit less than their website.

[rkresge]

Thanks for the responses so far. Those of you using the CIPA slide-ons, do they leave enough clearance to see the turn signal LEDs at the bottom of the existing mirrors? Hope so!

[Crabman]

Been using the slip on CIPAS for 7 years now. No issues. On my mirrors the turn signal light is in the mirror so they do not interfere with that.

[canadiankid]

I used the cipa slide one for a couple trips but a friend convinced me to put on after market tow mirrors on the truck. I highly recommend it. Visibility was much improved. My turn signal was also in the mirror, no issue.

[Nukeneck]

I have used the CIPA mirrors for about 4 years. First on my Expedition and now on my F150. I have the same LED turn signal mirrors you have and they don't get blocked by the CIPA's. I've never had the vibration issues that some have mentioned. I'm perfectly happy with them

[SecretCoveDave]

chip slide-ons, '11 f-150. Look and work like they came from the ford factory.
Dave

[Fill The Coolers]

I've been using the CIPA slide on style with no issues. I did however use some foam weather striping so they didn't scratch my mirror covers and very little no vibrations. Eventually when I can cough up $500-750 for towing mirrors I will put those on.

[Murff]

Originally Posted by Force

I used the 11800 Cipa's on my Ford and was very happy with them. They stayed put, no wiggling, and reached out far enough to see beyond the trailer.

I tried the other model (or one very similar to it) on my Jeep and they sucked. Didn't stay in place very well, and created an odd noise at highway speed

I agree with Tom and others that like the CIPA 11800! Great mirrors and they look good.

Murff

[B-EZ]

I was planning to go with the CIPAs based on a recommendation from a friend with a Ram 1500. I'm glad to hear positive reviews for the 11800s which is what I'll be getting for my F150.

[canadiankid]

Using the cipa' is like towing a big trailer with a 1500, you can do it, works fine, but once you use the towing mirrors (or a 2500) you'll be so much happier!

[Fire_Instructor]

For add-on mirrors, there is no better product than the McKeesh! There are a couple of cheaper imitations, but they don't compare in quality and performance.