Towing Mirrors or Clip-on Extension Recommendations Needed

[bigjohn]

I have a 2021 super crew STX, towing a 24 foot trailer. Because of tight parking and narrow roads, I would prefer to avoid installing stock towing mirrors even though I like the look and functionality very much. Had anyone had a positive experience with clip on extensions that work well? I haven’t found anything that fits a 2021 model and gets decent reviews. I like the option of being able to put on the extenders when needed and take them off when done towing. Would appreciate some help and recommendations. Cheers

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[Bluesman]

I too am wondering. Are these worth a damn?

https://www.etrailer.com/Towing-Mirrors/K-Source/KS69NQ.html

 

[Sergman84]

https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/threads/didnt-opt-for-the-tow-mirrors-alternatives.9450/#post-185383

 

[bigjohn]

https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/threads/didnt-opt-for-the-tow-mirrors-alternatives.9450/#post-185383

Looks like the same option as the post above. Glad to see e-trailer is now offering an option for 2021, last I looked they only had extensions available for models through 2020. Have anyone had good experience with these on a 2021? Do they extend enough to make this worth doing? Are they on tight enough to avoid rattling and vibrations?

Regardless of the feedback for my questions, I went ahead and pulled the trigger on a set as I hadn’t seen anything else. They were supposed to be here in 2 to 3 weeks. Will report once I have a chance to use them

 

[kevdog0710]

The stock mirrors are pretty close to being adequate, so the ones posted above should work well. I have tow mirrors ordered on my truck. I had strap on mirrors for my Taco I just sold.

 

[TomSoCal]

I installed the Ford tow mirrors last wee and love then. Picked them up from a ford dealership on Ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/174920564358

 

[Whoskyle]

I swapped out my regular mirrors for tow mirrors and will not ever go back

 

[SupraVu]

It's worth a shot.

 

[bigjohn]

https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/threads/didnt-opt-for-the-tow-mirrors-alternatives.9450/#post-185383

UPDATE: So I pulled the trigger on these mirrors 2 1/2 weeks ago only to receive an email this morning saying I will receive my order sometime in September . Looks like back to square one trying to figure this out

 

[Sergman84]

Wow. Even they’re messin with us with timelines. Sheesh. Makes me not want to put in an order

 

[sonofzell]

I used the "Snap & Zap" extensions on my 2018 and they exceeded any expectations I had. I don't believe they have a model for the gen14's yet, but I'm only mentioning it because:

1. I highly recommend the brand if/when they have a 2021+ compatible model
2. They're still stashed away in the camper; if anyone has a need or use for extensions on a 2015-20 feel free to reach out!

 

[Bluesman]

The do have a 21' and up model.

https://www.ksource.org/product-description.html?id=81860&t=towing&ov=rand

 

[Csvt18]

Any know if you can swap from tow mirrors to the regular XLT mirrors?

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