Anyone regret choosing the tow mirrors.

[SomebodyInGNV]

I currently have a 2023 lariat and we use it to tow our boat to the lake. I do not have tow mirrors, just regular and like the look. They work, but it would be nice to have the tow mirrors on occasion. I have a 25 KR on order and choose to go with the tow mirrors this time. Has anyone regretted getting the larger tow mirrors? Just want to make sure I'm not missing something.

I had electric folding tow mirrors on my '16 Lariat and liked them but they do create blind spots at 10 and 2

I traded that Lariat for a '21 XLT w/ the Heavy Duty Payload Package, to be used as a tow vehicle. It doesn't have tow mirrors and I thought I would miss them. I confirmed before buying it that I could retrofit electric folding tow mirrors if I wanted to, but at a cost of ~$1,500.

I don't miss them. I added large stick-on convex blind spot mirrors in the lower inside corners of the regular mirrors. That satisfied my preference for the convex mirrors on the tow mirrors. BLIS and 360 cameras help a lot.

When towing my trailer I use K-Source snap-on tow mirrors. They fit well, don't rattle or vibrate, and provide the view I need around the sides of the trailer. They're compact enough that I don't need to remove them when not towing. I'm happy with the setup and didn't have to spend $1,500 to see around my trailer.

If Ford still offered the HDPP option and it was available as a Lariat trim package I would consider tow mirrors as an option if ordering a new truck. As Ford no longer sells the HDPP, I don't need a truck nor do I have the money, that's a moot point.

The bottom line is I'm not dissatisfied without tow mirrors, as I thought I would be.

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[VRFlyer]

I had them on my '14 SCab and immediately loved their purpose. Obv. I hunted my current '23 down with this option.

 

[Buyer2021]

I did this on mine but only had the tow mirrors on for a day

Just curious, why only a day? Something about them you didn't like?

 

[redline]

tow mirrors all the way!!! would not own a truck with out them!

 

[Snakebitten]

Just curious, why only a day? Something about them you didn't like?

He's super tuned. They blew off the first day.

 

[SonarChief]

I am so happy I got the foldable extendable tow mirrors! They are very useful in traffic, eliminating blind spots, and when I need them retracted like at drive throughs, one button fixes that. And on my longer 157’ wheelbase they look great!

 

[Nlitend1]

Only with power fold. They stick out to far without the quick fold option. I use it all the time in tight spots. Blind spot mirror is awesome.

 

[sbreech]

The tow mirrors are probably the best feature on a truck for anyone that tows, wants zero blind spots, or just wants a good looking truck.

 

[UncleFester]

I would not have a truck without them. The view is improved and just a quick glance shows everything. My current truck didn't come with tow mirrors but I ordered them from Boost Auto and the quality is as good as OEM for a fraction of the cost.

 

[HammaMan]

Just curious, why only a day? Something about them you didn't like?

Less drag, better camera position, less likely to be clipped.

 

[CordovaBob]

I currently have a 2023 lariat and we use it to tow our boat to the lake. I do not have tow mirrors, just regular and like the look. They work, but it would be nice to have the tow mirrors on occasion. I have a 25 KR on order and choose to go with the tow mirrors this time. Has anyone regretted getting the larger tow mirrors? Just want to make sure I'm not missing something.

I love my tow mirrors. They can feel a little bit big when going through toll booths or entering a parking garage, and I need to fold them when I park my car in the garage. I also have them fold when I park my car; otherwise, they can feel a little large.

 

[McStabby]

Don't need 'em. I sprung for the 360 cameras. I'd delete all my mirrors if it wasn't a law. I just don't need them and only use them by habit.
Question: Do the bams fold in flat when locking the truck? I've always wondered.

 

[SonarChief]

Don't need 'em. I sprung for the 360 cameras. I'd delete all my mirrors if it wasn't a law. I just don't need them and only use them by habit.
Question: Do the bams fold in flat when locking the truck? I've always wondered.

Yes, if you choose the option to do so(and I do)

 

[Meathead]

22 KR, first truck with the tow mirrors. Took me a day or two to get used to them but I do love them. I have power fold and like the feature. I have them fold when I lock the truck, easy way to make sure the truck is locked.

 

[Sorrynel]

Every time I see one on the roads I start laughing of how bad it looks. A ford with tow mirrors looks like a kid with big ears . if someone likes to have satelite dishes for ears I can’t argue with that ?
Now if you’re towing i bet that it helps a lot

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