Extended Mirrors For 1/2 ton
Getting ready to purchase new 1/2 ton truck, do I need to get a truck with the extended mirrors like used with the 3/4 ton trucks for a 30 TT?
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camp-n-family wrote:APT wrote:
Need - no. Desirable - absolutely for towing an 8' wide RV. But there are other solutions that involve other forms of compromise. Universal and vehicle specific clip/clamp on options are cheaper, but are generally installed/removed each towing experience. The mirror area is also smaller than the OEM towing mirrors.
Need? Yes! It's the law. You are required to see a person standing at the rear corner of your trailer. If you can't with stock mirrors you must use some form of tow mirror.
If the truck doesn't come with them (most don't) you can order factory ones ($$$) or cheaper aftermarket products. Lots to choose from.
Boy, I purdy paranoid when it comes to making sure I follow all laws. But, I have never heard of this law in my area. It may be different in other places though.
Still, it sure would be nice to have some towing mirrors. If you can afford the factory ones then get them.
