Extended mirrors

Jlwright · 01-06-2015, 07:08 PM

I need to add extended mirrors to my pickup. I would really like to have something temporary that I can remove when not camping. I searched but found very little about this. I've seen the ones that clip onto the existing mirrors and one type used a nylon strap that hooked under the bottom of the door and the window channel. Not sure about those as I am afraid the straps will scuff the paint. Any suggestions and brands would be helpful. My mirrors are the type with the signal light in the mirror and are heated. They also are powered to fold up close to the door if needed. I like all the features so obviously don't want to remove them for normal use. They are just too close to the cab to be of any use.
Thanks

**chuckster57** · 01-06-2015, 07:32 PM

Year, make and model might help....

Ken / Claudia · 01-06-2015, 07:32 PM

For what truck? My advice is see if you can get a factory mirror to replace what you have. One that extends for towing. I have used clips on, extra ones mounted to the door or fenders. They all bounce to much so you cannot see details or headlights, just light at times.

BulletOwner1 · 01-06-2015, 07:36 PM

http://www.amazon.com/Fit-System-818...nder+ford+f150

I have these extensions for my 2012 F150. I really like these compared to the strap on kind. Easy on/off, fold with the mirror, cutouts for the lights, almost no vibration.

GaryWT · 01-06-2015, 08:11 PM

We use to use CIPA mirrors and I thought they were great. Molded plastic the slipped over the existing mirror to extend it. Your existing mirror is completed usable. Easy on and off. Had a plastic bold the tightened against itself to hold it in place.

**JRTJH** · 01-06-2015, 08:21 PM

We also used CIPA mirrors on our F150. They did not vibrate or shake. It was very easy to install and remove them and the visibility with them was much better than other "clip on" mirrors I've used through the years. I'd highly recommend them if you're towing with an F150. I have no experience with CIPA on GM or Dodge products so they may differ in results.

Jlwright · 01-06-2015, 08:22 PM

Sorry, 2013 GMC Sierra.

**JRTJH** · 01-06-2015, 08:47 PM

I can't vouch for the CIPA mirror models for your truck. They are all pretty much built the same way, but there are some subtle differences that might make a difference. I wouldn't want to tell you that they are "the cat's meow" for your truck, I have never used them on a GMC, but they are "the cat's meow" for the F150. You might want to check them out and see if they will work for you. The only thing I'd advise is to make sure your mirror housing is clean and the inside of the slip on CIPA is also clean before installing. Any dirt or sand will cause scratching of the molded truck mirror housing surface. By keeping them clean, I never had any scratching, but watched it closely. Otherwise, I liked mine.

BirchyBoy · 01-06-2015, 08:54 PM

I've got the CIPA mirrors for my yukon. Easy on and off. You'll need someone to help adjust the outside mirror unless you have really long arms.

TomHaycraft · 01-07-2015, 03:26 AM

Jlwright, I believe my '09 Silverado will be close to your GMC.

I started with the CIPA Custom Towing Mirrors, found them stable and certainly helped. Limitation was not being far enough outboard to see the side of the trailer and safely judge when I had overtaken a vehicle and was clear to make a lane change, especially on the right side.

I bit the bullet last week, received yesterday and upgraded to K-Source Custom Towing Mirrors. These start at the same distance outboard as the above referenced CIPA add-ons, but then pull out 4 more inches. Had hoped to try them out this weekend, but icy weather is forecast for this weekend, might have to push things back a week.

Hope this helps!

notanlines · 01-07-2015, 03:37 AM

We have ordered replacement mirrors from this company previously. They are factory replacement, just not GMC. They make a nice product for an affordable price.
http://www.1aauto.com/search?q=mirro...012&model=2159

Jlwright · 01-07-2015, 04:19 AM

I may give the CIPA mirrors a try since they are inexpensive. I'll go for the telescoping ones later if this doesn't work. Thanks for all the help. Much appreciated.

{tpc} · 01-07-2015, 05:05 AM

I don't know if the 2013 sierra mirrors are much different than my 07 tahoe mirrors, however, I have the cipa slip on's on love them. When we used my wifes truck, I ended up using clip on's (which worked, but I still wanted better), then the door mount style with the strap, which were better, but a pain to deal with and did leave some marks despite my best effort not to.

For my truck, cipa claimed there was no direct fit slip on. I am still at a loss to why, I guess they don't feel comfortable with the slip-ons over the power/power folding/indicator light in the mirror style mirrors. I looked over a bunch of different sites and found ones I "thought" would work, and then for ease of return bought them on amazon. They fit right on, don't impede the use of anything, and will fold in with the mirror as well...even if my passenger mirror power fold doesn't work anymore lol.

So just keep them in mind if they say there aren't any that fit....they may not know what they are talking about lol.

bsmith0404 · 01-07-2015, 05:26 AM

Good luck with the CIPA. I tried many different styles on my 01 and finally bought a set of full size extendable mirrors from JC Whitney. The advantages to a full size extendable mirror is they are wide enough to see the side of the trailer and other traffic, plus you can set the 2nd smaller/lower mirror to watch your tires both while traveling and turning. IMO, that is a very important piece of visibility that you need to have while towing. The JCW mirrors fit perfectly in place of the stock mirrors, all functions worked, they looked good, and I sold the OE mirrors for the same price. Of course I could have saved the OE mirrors for vehicle resale, but a 2500 built for towing should have towing mirrors.

talk2cpu · 01-07-2015, 03:48 PM

I used these on my 2012 Suzuki Equator towing our 2011 Passport 250bh. They were extended all the way and did bounce a little, but not much under 65mph. May depend on how sturdy the factory mirrors are, but worked for us. Next season will get to try them on the 14 RAM 1500. If not successful will look for RAM tow mirrors if I can get another loan.

http://www.amazon.com/JR-Products-29...ror+extensions

**sourdough** · 01-07-2015, 03:57 PM

talk2cpu - they sell the 1500 with the factory tow mirrors. They might just be a bolt up to your truck. I've had the 1500 factory mirrors and now the tow mirrors on my 2014 2500. There is NO comparison - I am sure you would love them.

Jlwright · 01-07-2015, 05:35 PM

SOLD! I'm going to give them a try.

michael_h · 01-09-2015, 07:08 PM

I use the CIPA slip on mirrors. I have painted caps on my 2011 F150. To avoid scratching the paint, I tape the painted part with that blue painters tape that has an applied life of about 14 days before it becomes difficult to remove. The tape does not allow paint to product direct contact which avoids any paint to become removed if the mirror shifts any in travel or while sliding on or off.

TomHaycraft · 01-10-2015, 04:57 AM

I posted earlier in this thread after having just installed the new mirrors, was able to get on the road yesterday with the trailer. Hands down, money well spent on the K Source Custom Towing Mirrors. Towing experience enhanced with the improved ability to see alongside the truck and trailer. One of those purchases where I asked myself, "why'd I wait so long?"

slow · 01-10-2015, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by talk2cpu

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http://www.amazon.com/JR-Products-29...ror+extensions

If custom extendable mirrors are not available for your model year truck, I second the JR Products Grand Aero mirrors. Far superior view along side the trailer than the CIPA mirrors IMO and experience. And surprisingly stable and easy to install without the need for readjustment.

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