1'st I must say I thought I started this topic once before?But I can't fint it?Oh well.I have a '97 dodge 3500 dually that only has the small standard mirrors.Don't see why the factory would ship out duallys without tow mirrors?Anyways for now I've been using some cheaply rubber strapped mirrors & they shake & at night forget, they're useless.So I'm planning another big trip & want to get my propper tow mirrors before that.So I'm looking for suggestions on what ones you recommend & why?I was thinking about the fold out models like these.http://www.ebay.com/itm/94-97-Dodge-Pickup-Truck-Power-Towing-Mirrors-w-Brackets-Right-RH-Left-LH-Set-/130946544271But wonder about quality?If I'm gonna spend up to $300.00 I want them to be well built & so I'm asking you guys what brands you have fond to be built well & durable?Thanks!

That is what ya need. I don't know of anyone that has purchased this one but they look like good quality.They are similar to the ones I have on my 2012..

I have had good results with CIPA 2 for 80 bucks.

Same as the OEM tow mirrors.. I'd buy 'em.

deltabravo wrote:Same as the OEM tow mirrors.. I'd buy 'em.Don't say the brand anywhere on any of the ads & wonder if they're all the same maker?I see them as low as about $150.00 to $250.00 & my concern is the quality.I love the style, but are they badly made?Being they list no brand names, it's had to know if its best just to buy the cheapest or not?

I bought a set of manual tow mirrors for my 2004 dodge ram 2500 from Monster Auto Parts. I paid $200 and they are supposed to the same as what comes from Dodge. OEM. AFter 2 months of use I am very happy with them. Except I wish I had power mirrors but my truck is only set up for manual mirrors.Monster Auto Parts Dodge Truck Towing MirrorsThis is what I have on my truck now: 1 2334-4666B 2002-2008 Dodge Ram Truck Manual Towing Mirrors Pair DG44 $199.95Only $12.95 shipping.Wonderfully packed from the factory and perfect fit. I was able to find a great youtube video that showed how to do the replacement.Ed

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dakonthemountai
Explorer
Aug 27, 2013
NMace wrote:
I have had good results with CIPA 2 for 80 bucks.

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Dak
AnEv942
Nomad
Aug 27, 2013
Just curious as I seen the, what I gather are the back up brackets. If I were ever in need to replace our mirrors I would spring the extra for replacments with the lights. Cant have too many lights:)or too much mirror. Wish someone made a light retro kit for my mirror housings. Ive often thought about adding signals to front of camper, or making the fender marker lights blink. With camper lights flat on back, limited side visibilty.
Blanco1
Explorer
Aug 27, 2013
AnEv942 wrote:
Is the price differance between the what you ordered and what you first linked for the signal light? Assume your pre wired for power mirror. I did note the interior bracket shown on the other mirrors linked-do you need it-your last link they arent shown but maybe its included. (other sites say you need it)for changing up?

I was told this kit includes everything, including brackets & yes my truck is a factory power mirrors model.

What attracted these to me mostly was the lights added to them, they do cost more compared to some others but figured I liked the light enough to pay the extra, yet I have seen them for about $100.00 less without the lights, but I was told by some people that ordered these same mirrors how they were happy with them.

Either way, its done!
AnEv942
Nomad
Aug 27, 2013
Is the price differance between the what you ordered and what you first linked for the signal light? Assume your pre wired for power mirror. I did note the interior bracket shown on the other mirrors linked-do you need it-your last link they arent shown but maybe its included. (other sites say you need it)for changing up?
KKELLER14K
Explorer II
Aug 27, 2013
Excelent choice....I like the turn light. Let us know how they work out so that others can learn what to do...
Blanco1
Explorer
Aug 26, 2013
Ok, I decided on these & just ordered them & should have them by the end of the week. :

http://www.1aauto.com/1A/Mirrors/Dodge/Ram-2500-Truck/1AMRP00915/575471#TB_inline?height=600&width=890&inlineId=myOnPageContent
KKELLER14K
Explorer II
Aug 25, 2013
Did you get the advice that they make them and the small base with the pigtail is what you need?? Not trying to sell this stuff to you, I was trying to educate you on the differences...good luck with that.
Blanco1
Explorer
Aug 24, 2013
I dont want damaged goods but do want power & flips.
KKELLER14K
Explorer II
Aug 24, 2013
They do make the fold out in a power version now for your door style...your generation of truck will have the small base. Be very sure you are ordering the correct ones. The small base version will have a long pigtail on it where as the large base will have a white plug mounted directly to the base itself. These are the new generation style. Back in the early days we had to swap out the base and it was a pain in the butt to do. I still have some of these mirrors and parts if anyone is looking for replacements...PM me just ask what I have.
Ramp_Digger
Explorer
Aug 24, 2013
SugarHillCTD wrote:
I bought mine through eBay and they work great.[x2 on ebay found them there about 3 yr ago. Factory towing mirrows from some dodge dealer at a good price.
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