Tow mirrors?

[Cody Templeton]

Anyone here changed over to the larger towing style mirrors? From what I've seen there's a couple places offering heated, power adjust, power folding, and signal styles that are plug and play. Haven't seen any yet that had the auto-dimming as well. I would hate to potentially give up the sequential signals as well.

 

[pat247]

Anyone here changed over to the larger towing style mirrors? From what I've seen there's a couple places offering heated, power adjust, power folding, and signal styles that are plug and play. Haven't seen any yet that had the auto-dimming as well. I would hate to potentially give up the sequential signals as well.

I contemplated the tow mirrors when I first got my Raptor, now when I think about it I'm more glad that I didn't although it would be unique. I fold the mirrors in several times a day and I'm blown away at how well the factory mirrors have held up. I have wondered if the factory tow mirrors would stand up to being folded every time I park even on quick stops.

 

[Cody Templeton]

I contemplated the tow mirrors when I first got my Raptor, now when I think about it I'm more glad that I didn't although it would be unique. I fold the mirrors in several times a day and I'm blown away at how well the factory mirrors have held up. I have wondered if the factory tow mirrors would stand up to being folded every time I park even on quick stops.

I don't fold mine a ton, but enough that I wouldn't wanna live without the power feature.

 

[Cody Templeton]

Just wanted to bump this and see if anyone else has done the tow mirror swap.

 

[Cody Templeton]

Alright, I think I finally have this figured out for the 13-14 guys. I was able to find someone who installed the towing mirrors that are power adjust, heated, memory, power fold, and power telescoping. Originally I hadn't found anyone who had retrofitted the puddle lamps to a set and then found the below thread where they used a universal set. The towing mirrors don't have the option for a puddle lamp, and they also don't have the option for the auto-dim, so you will lose that one for sure, but at least have that option for the puddle lamp. Here's the list of parts (supposedly the stock mirror switch should work, but one guy had an issue with using the one that came with his truck):

Mirror pair:

2013-14 Ford F150 Truck Driver & Passenger Side Smoked Lens Turn Signal Memory Power-Folding Chrome Power-Telescoping Towing 4 Piece Mirror Kit Trail Ridge TR10180

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Paint to match skull caps:

Ford 2 Piece Mirror Cap Set Trail Ridge TR00375

Order your For Trail Ridge Power-Folding Tow Mirrors Only Paint to Match Towing 2 Piece Mirror Cap Set - today at 1AAuto.com. Up To 50% Off Prices EveryDay! Get Fast & Free Shipping On Premium Quality Parts. Shop Now & Save!

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Sequential signals:

Ford Super Duty (11-16): XB LED Side Mirror Lights | Morimoto LF7920DS-1

Morimoto expands its complete housings from Fogs to Heads and Tails and now to Side Mirror Lights for your 11-16 Super Duty!

www.morimotohid.com

Puddle lights:

UNIVERSAL LED PUDDLE LIGHT

Finish Black anodized aluminum Color Temp Available in 5500K color temperature only Housing Type Universal Connection Hardwired Waterproof Level IP68 Lifespan More than 30,000 hrs in 25°C ambient

www.vleds.com

Mirror switch:

2005-2017 Ford Mirror Switch - Driver's Side (LH) 7L1Z-17B676-AA | TascaParts.com

2005-2017 Ford part # 7L1Z-17B676-AA - Mirror Switch - Driver's Side (LH)

www.tascaparts.com

Telescoping switch:

2007-2016 Ford Mirror Switch - Driver's Side (LH) 7C3Z-17B676-AA | TascaParts.com

2007-2016 Ford part # 7C3Z-17B676-AA - Mirror Switch - Driver's Side (LH)

www.tascaparts.com

Mirror switch bezel:

Bezel Door Trim DL3Z-14527-AC | TascaParts.com

DL3Z-14527-AC - Bezel Door Trim

www.tascaparts.com

Pigtail for telescoping switch:

Wire Assembly CU2Z-14S411-VB | TascaParts.com

CU2Z-14S411-VB - Wire Assembly

www.tascaparts.com

Crimp connectors for pigtail:

https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/TE-Connectivity-AMP/1719958-1?qs=n3Ybsy482HFVw4Q4dxUJ6g%3D%3D

You'll also need a bunch of misc. crimp connectors, wiring, tape, etc. but that is all available locally. It's a pretty involved project, but the outcome looks like a factory install basically. I'll be starting to get all my parts together for this soon.

And the link to the installation instructions:

PowerFold Tow Mirrors - Ford F150 Forum - Community of Ford Truck Fans

2009 - 2014 Ford F150 - PowerFold Tow Mirrors - Hello everyone, hoping someone can help me solve my mirror dilemma. I have a 2012 Platinum Screw, loaded. I don't remember the dealer offering PowerFold TOW mirrors on the '12s, mine are power heated with blinker and puddle light. I love having...

www.f150forum.com

 

[Cody Templeton]

Putting this project on hold for now since the truck is in storage for the winter. Once it gets closer to the time the truck comes back out I'll put the order in for the parts and update the thread as I complete the install!

 

[Cody Templeton]

Figured I'd update this if anyone else was curious. Decided not to go through with this project after looking at a few other F-150's with this setup. Although I do like that you get some better visibility while towing to see around the truck, the mirrors just don't match the styling of the truck well and look pretty out of place IMO.

 

[HighHP]

In case you change your mind, I installed these mirrors offered by Ford. They are the best tow mirrors I have used. I think they look great on my 2014 Raptor. Looks like they are available for $380 for the pair. I installed, easy to do.

F-150 2009-2014 Trailer Tow Power Mirrors 2pc Set

Why Buy: Extend your trucks mirrors to increase your range of vision with a pair of trailer tow mirrors. Designed for the F-150, these tow mirrors maintain all mirror features originally offered with the vehicle. Details: Convenient manual telescoping feature allows mirrors to be easily extended...

accessories.ford.com

 

[Cody Templeton]

In case you change your mind, I installed these mirrors offered by Ford. They are the best tow mirrors I have used. I think they look great on my 2014 Raptor. Looks like they are available for $380 for the pair. I installed, easy to do.

F-150 2009-2014 Trailer Tow Power Mirrors 2pc Set

Why Buy: Extend your trucks mirrors to increase your range of vision with a pair of trailer tow mirrors. Designed for the F-150, these tow mirrors maintain all mirror features originally offered with the vehicle. Details: Convenient manual telescoping feature allows mirrors to be easily extended...

accessories.ford.com

Do you have any pictures of them installed? If I were to do the conversion I want to set it up so they will power telescope as well.

 

[HighHP]

A couple pics of mirrors.