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  • Does the K-Source Rear View Camera # KSVS-8 Have a Day and Night Setting for the Mirror
  • The contrast, color and brightness automatically adjust on the 3.5 inch LCD screen of the K-Source Vision System - Rear-Mount Camera and Rear-View Mirror Display Monitor # KSVS-8, but as far as the mirror portion is concerned it does not have a dimmer setting for use at night that you would use to make headlights behind you less bright. The reason for this that the monitor inside the mirror would make that impossible, I spoke to my contact at K-Source to confirm this. I attached an installation...
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  • Weight Capacity Of The Rear View Safety Winshield Monitor Mounting Arm
  • The Rear View Safety Windshield Mounting Arm # RVS-619UM is capable of supporting a monitor that is up to 3lbs and can mount with the windshield style mirror mounting bracket. It was designed for use with their Rear View Safety Universal Mirror Monitor # RVS-619N The Fookoo 1080P Wireless Monitor system, part DW9T4 does not use a mirror style mounting bracket and instead has a dash style bracket. If you are able to find or create a mount to allow for it to connect this way and the entire...
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  • Do Objects In the K-Source Extend-able Rear-view Mirror Appear Larger than They Really Are
  • This K-Source Extendable Rearview Mirror # KSRM012 has a convex shape to the mirror which will alter the depth perception of things behind you slightly. The reason for this is to give you a wider angle for viewing. Even though this mirror is convex, it is not nearly as convex as the round blindspot mirrors that people put on these mirrors. I would still recommend that you look over your shoulder before you change lanes, even with this mirror. It may also be helpful at first with this...
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  • What Will I See When I Look at a K-Source Backup Mirror, # KSC088, Mounted on My 2009 Toyota Rav4
  • The K-Source Backup Mirror - Stick On, part # KSC088, is adjustable and has a fish eye lens to give you the optimum viewing of whats behind you. The viewing range on this # KSC088 is up to six feet behind where you mount the mirror on your vehicle, and as wide as your bumper. You will see your spare tire in the mirror when you look into it, but you should be able to see well beyond the spare tire as well.
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  • Is the Glass of the Longview Custom Towing Mirrors # CTM2200A Convex or Flat
  • The mirror surfaces that are on the Longview Custom Towing Mirrors # CTM2200A are totally flat. They are not convex at all so they should be exactly what you are looking for to fit your 1997 Ford Ranger.
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  • How Tall of a Mirror will the K-Source Extendable Panoramic Rearview Mirror Fit
  • The springloaded clamps on the K-Source Extendable Panoramic Rearview Mirror, # KSRM012, will fit a mirror up to 3 inches tall. We have not had a chance to test this mirror on a 2013 Kia Optima, but I did attached a demonstration video for you to check out.
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  • Are Monitors for Truck Bed Cameras Measured Lengthwise or Diagonally
  • Monitors for truck bed or back up cameras are measured diagonally, like computer monitors and television screens. For instance, for a 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500, if you were interested in a truck bed camera, you'd choose # 3460010 for a 8 inch monitor or # 3460011 for a 7 inch monitor. These cameras are intended for vehicles with an existing reverse camera. Either system includes a switch that will let you toggle between the back up and the truck bed camera. If your Silverado 2500 does...
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  • Disconnect Cables for the Rear View Safety Backup Camera System
  • Yes, there is a disconnect built into the Rear View Safety Backup Camera System item # RVS-770718. The threaded connections will allow you to detach the camera from your truck when you are not towing. The cable for the Rear View Safety Backup Camera System # RVS-770718 is 66 feet long and threaded on both ends. I have attached a picture below that will show you what the connectors ends look like. I have linked a review video below.
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  • What are the Dimensions of CIPA Dual-View Baby Mirror - Clip or Suction On, # CM49606
  • At its widest point, the mirror portion of the CIPA Dual-View Baby Mirror - Clip or Suction On, # CM49606, is 3-1/8 inches. At its tallest point, the mirror portion is 2 inches. The mirror is slightly convex to cover a wider range of the back seat.
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  • Custom Slip On Towing Mirrors for 2001 GMC Sierra and Chevy Silverado 1500's
  • Yes, we do have towing mirrors for both the 2001 GMC Sierra and the Chevy Silverado's. They are the Longview Custom Towing Mirrors - Slip On - Driver and Passenger Side item # CTM1500. These are a great set of towing mirrors that have a factory look after installation. They offer an expanded view that allows for better sight lines. I have attached a picture from the driver's point of view. I have also linked a couple of installation videos.
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  • Viewing Angle of the CIPA Sport II Side Mirror for PWC or Jet Boat Part # CM11160
  • The CIPA Sport II Side Mirror for PWC or Jet Boat part # CM11160 will provide around a 90 degree viewing angle which is about 45 degrees from the center of each side. Unfortunately, we do not have the tools to measure the radius of the convex plane on the mirror face. The manufacture was not able to provide me with this information either.
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  • Recommended Clip On Towing Mirrors for a 2022 Ford Expedition
  • There are a couple of options for universal clip on towing mirrors for a 2022 Ford Expedition. The best ones are the CIPA Universal Fit Towing Mirrors item # CM11952-2. These universal mirrors clip onto your factory side-view mirrors to extend your line of sight while you're towing. The mirror faces are 7-1/2" wide x 4-3/4" tall and the fully adjustable mirror lets you customize your view. I have attached a couple of pictures along with an installation video we did on a 2018 Expedition...
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  • How Far Do CIPA Towing Mirrors Stick Out from Stock Mirrors on a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500
  • The CIPA Custom Towing Mirrors # CM10950 will stick out beyond the stock mirrors on your 2014 GMC Sierra by about 1/2 inch. Then the overall glass width on the towing mirrors is 4-1/2 inches. So from the outer edge of the stock mirrors to the far edge of the towing mirror glass is approximately 5 inches.
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  • How Much Extension is Gained When Using CIPA Custom Towing Mirror # 10901, 2010 Chevy Suburban
  • I went out to the warehouse and pulled a CIPA Custom Towing Mirror, Driver Side, # 10901, to measure how far the mirror portion is beyond the factory mirror on a 2010 Chevy Suburban. From the edge of the opening where the end of your factory mirror will be to the end of the glass it is 5 inches. To the center of the glass it is about 2-1/2 to 3 inches. So you will get at least that much more extension when using this towing mirror. The passenger side mirror is # 10902.
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  • Factory Look Towing Mirrors for a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited
  • Yes, we do have pictures of the Longview Custom Towing Mirrors - Slip On - Driver and Passenger Side item # LO54FR installed on a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. I have attached them below. As you can see these mirrors slip over your vehicle's factory side-view mirrors to extend your line of sight. These have a tool free installation and are made in the USA.
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  • Recommended Towing Mirrors for a 2021 Ford Edge
  • There are no custom fit towing mirrors for your 2021 Ford Edge ST but we do have a universal set that we've used recently on a 2020 Edge that work great. They are the CIPA Universal Towing Mirrors item # 7070-2. These universal towing mirrors provide a oval mirror that can be positioned horizontally or vertically allowing you to customize your view to your preference. I like these mirrors due to the rubber straps that hold the mirror securely to your factory mirrors to prevent vibration...
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  • Extended Length of K-Source Custom Extendable Towing Mirrors # KS61201-02F
  • The K-Source Custom Extendable Towing MIrrors # KS61201-02F referenced in your question, which are confirmed to fit your 2010 Ford Van, feature an extended length of 20-1/2 inches from the edges of the mirrors to the vehicle. When retracted they measure 17-1/2 inches long. These are really nice, telescoping mirrors that will provide you with an extended view so that you can easily see around the sides of your trailer. The built-in spotter mirrors will also reduce blind spots. Both the...
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  • Recommended Custom Towing Mirrors for a 2018 Toyota Tundra Platinum
  • I am a big fan of the Cipas so I recommend the CIPA Custom Towing Mirrors item # CM11300 for your 2018 Toyota Tundra Platinum. These mirrors slip over your existing mirrors and are secured with the included knob. These install easily and give you a great viewing angle when towing. The driver side and passenger side mirrors are included in the package. We had a 2018 Toyota Tundra in the shop awhile back and I have linked a video below that will show you exactly how to get these installed...
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  • Dimensions of Tow Mirrors That Fit 2019 Chevy Express Van
  • The largest mirror face for the towing mirrors that fit your 2019 Chevy Express Van are the K-Source Towing Mirrors # KS3891-2 which have a mirror face that measures 7-3/4" tall x 5-1/8" wide. The CIPA Universal Towing Mirrors # CM11980-2 that fit your '19 Express Van have a mirror face that measures 7-1/2" wide x 4-5/8" tall. The K-Source not only have the larger mirror face but they are extremely simple to take on and off, with a ratcheting system that ensures they are snugly on the...
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  • How Wide are the Longview Custom Fit Towing Mirrors for a 1990 Ford F-250
  • I spoke with my contact at Longview and the custom towing mirrors # LVT-2000 will extend out another 4-1/2 inches beyond the factory mirrors on your 1990 Ford F-250. Depending on how you have the mirrors angled will determine if you will be able to see down the sides of the trailer. So it is possible to see down the sides of an 8 foot wide trailer.
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