Comparing Vibration Between Door-Mount and Strap-On Towing Mirrors

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Do the door mount mirrors vibrate more or less than the mirrors that strap to the wing mirror. Thanks

asked by: Martin K

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Both the CIPA Universal Deluxe Door-Mount Mirrors # 11650-2 and strap-on mirrors like the K-Source # KS3891-2 will have about the same vibration and movement during travel.

I have attached road test videos for both products that you can use as a comparison.

expert reply by: Jon G

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