rear view

Thanks--I will try tightening the straps. Our tow vehicle is a 2002 Ford Explorer V8.

[Virginia Deacon]

We picked up our new TrailManor 2720 SL, Friday, and I joined this forum yesterday. It's full of great advice!

I've just ordered a set of the McKesh mirrors for my 2000 Ford Explorer. During our trip from the dealers, traveling I-65 West from Virginia Beach, I noticed there is a large blind spot that I didn't have with our traded-in Coleman Mesa (could also see over the top of that and cannot see over the TM).

Thanks to all of you for taking the time to post advice that can lead to safety on the road. There is already enough to cope with, without adding blindspots!

I wish all of you a safe and happy camping season in 2006!

Originally Posted by katbird

Just wondering--on the McKesh towing mirrors--the driver side mirror causes a constant noise--VERY LOUD--sounds like a big bass drum or as if the car next to you has the big boom box speakers installed in the trunk!--is there any way to adjust the mirrors to reduce the noise?

I've been told that if you put at least 1 twist (like a candy cane peppermint twist) in the strap, you will eliminate the vibration that causes the noise you refer to. 1 or 2 twists may be necessary.

[jimair1548]

The Trailer supply houses carry a mirror that fits over the mirrors on my truck, a Silverado, and they work great. They make these for a number of different rigs,go on in a matter of seconds, and sell for about $28. for each side. They are molded to fit over, and do not interfere with the existing mirror......Jim

Originally Posted by jimair1548

The Trailer supply houses carry a mirror that fits over the mirrors on my truck

This is the CIPA mirror, which I've been using on my vehicles (3) since 1993. They do go on in seconds and give me the view to the back of the trailer that I need to feel safe.