Topic Sponsor
2009 - 2014 Ford F150 General discussion on 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 truck.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:
View Poll Results: Which mirror?
Standard Mirrors
15
46.88%
Tow Mirrors
17
53.13%
Voters: 32. You may not vote on this poll

Need help with a choice

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 03-11-2014, 01:08 PM
  #21  
Senior Member
 
king nothing's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2013
Posts: 1,231
Received 169 Likes on 137 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by Scrappy Doo
Why have the dumbo ears if you don't need them?

I think the tow mirrors are horrid looking, but they serve a purpose for the R/V guys.
I agree. My tow mirrors stick out like a sore thumb but I need them
Old 03-11-2014, 01:57 PM
  #22  
Zax
♫♪ I Hold On ♫♪
Thread Starter
 
Zax's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Alaska
Posts: 1,366
Received 77 Likes on 72 Posts

Default

Okay..Another question. Anyone think the non tow ones look a bit off? I mean I know the pass side doesn't have the convex corner but is it just me or does the corners seem HUGE?
Old 03-11-2014, 03:54 PM
  #23  
Shambling Mockery of Man
 
Count Drunkula's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: New Mexico
Posts: 253
Received 30 Likes on 25 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by Zax
I would like to think I know how to use my mirrors lol.
Like I said, not a dig, just something that has become a real pet peeve of mine since it seems 90% of my half-leotarded coworkers don't know how to adjust or use vehicle mirrors and have damaged company property as a result.

Anyway, don't know what you mean about the non-tow mirrors, they seem perfectly in proportion to me...?
Old 03-11-2014, 03:55 PM
  #24  
Zax
♫♪ I Hold On ♫♪
Thread Starter
 
Zax's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Alaska
Posts: 1,366
Received 77 Likes on 72 Posts

Default

Originally Posted by Count Drunkula
Like I said, not a dig, just something that has become a real pet peeve of mine since it seems 90% of my half-leotarded coworkers don't know how to adjust or use vehicle mirrors and have damaged company property as a result.

Anyway, don't know what you mean about the non-tow mirrors, they seem perfectly in proportion to me...?
Oh I know it wasn't a dig. In fact I know exactly what you mean by it too. The OEM mirror has a smaller convex thing in the corner, the aftermarket ones seem larger...but I don't know if its just me.
Old 03-11-2014, 04:11 PM
  #25  
Shambling Mockery of Man
 
Count Drunkula's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: New Mexico
Posts: 253
Received 30 Likes on 25 Posts
Default

There was a tidal wave of butthurt when I told them in a safety meeting that if they didn't know how to use their mirrors, they didn't know how to drive.

When I google pics of different mirrors, it is possible you are right, but IMO the difference is pretty minor. If you want utility, tow mirrors give you a little more coverage. If you are just concerned about looks, only you can decide which style you prefer on your truck. Don't let a bunch of stangers on a message board decide for you
The following users liked this post:
D Roc (03-11-2014)
Old 03-11-2014, 04:11 PM
  #26  
Senior Member
 
michael_easton's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Grande Prairie, AB
Posts: 145
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts

Default

I had the standard mirrors on my truck 3 days. Then the trailer tow mirrors went on. All i can say is i will never go back to standard mirrors again. The only thing i wish was different is that i wish i would of gotten the ones that look like the super duty mirrors.
Old 03-12-2014, 03:14 PM
  #27  
Zax
♫♪ I Hold On ♫♪
Thread Starter
 
Zax's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Alaska
Posts: 1,366
Received 77 Likes on 72 Posts

Default

So far the popular choice is for the standard mirrors. So let me ask this question, if any of you were in my position, would you get the 1aauto mirrors or just hold out for an OEM set?
Old 03-12-2014, 06:05 PM
  #28  
Senior Member
 
rangerrick's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Beautiful British Columbia, CANADA
Posts: 601
Received 432 Likes on 233 Posts

Default

Maybe a visual will help


Old 03-12-2014, 06:08 PM
  #29  
Zax
♫♪ I Hold On ♫♪
Thread Starter
 
Zax's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Alaska
Posts: 1,366
Received 77 Likes on 72 Posts

Default

Originally Posted by rangerrick
Maybe a visual will help



Thank you for that. It does help, it makes me realize that tow mirrors aren't the look I'm going for on this truck.
Old 04-23-2014, 09:18 PM
  #30  
Zax
♫♪ I Hold On ♫♪
Thread Starter
 
Zax's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Alaska
Posts: 1,366
Received 77 Likes on 72 Posts

Default

So I have decided to stick the the standard mirrors as I really just don't want tow mirror since I don't need them..plus I really like the idea of the reflector blinker mod. So my last question to anyone who reads this..is would you get or have you gotten the 1a auto mirrors or just shell out for the OEM ones? I plan on getting a set with PTM caps.



Quick Reply: Need help with a choice



All times are GMT -4. The time now is 06:44 AM.