Ive been kicking around the idea of adding tow mirrors to my truck. I get online and see OEM's going for around $400 then see aftermarket going for less than $150. Is there really that big of a difference in the products? Anyone added the aftermarkets have any input? Is the quality any less than OEM?

 

I bought my aftermarket pair for $120. I've had them for going on 3 years now, out in the Vegas desert heat and no issues whatsoever. Great quality, and sturdy as s***! I've accidentally popped them on stupid ATM drive-thru poles and no scuffs or damage at all. They're very much up to par with the OEM standards. I love mine. Only thing I would've changed would've been buying them sooner! I'd absolutely recommend the aftermarket pair to anyone. Good luck with your decision!

 

I got aftermarket. Similar price as noted. I will admit that on the highway they do shake a little. Not sure how the OEM ones compare in that sense. But other than that they seem great. Can't tell they aren't OEM. But the shaking bugs me a little.

 

Do they come with a heated option as well?
I think I would miss my power fold on my factory small mirrors though.

 

Heat yes and puddle lights and blinker. Manual fold and telescope.

 

I can't comment on the F150 aftermarket tow mirrors but where I work we have a Dodge with aftermarket tow mirrors. If you're going over 50mph you can't see anything out of them because they're shaking so much. It drives me crazy.

If I were to get tow mirrors, or even replacement mirrors, I'd get factory. IMO it's worth it.

 

Check classifieds some time you 'll found a member want to switch towing for normal I bought this way to my 2 F150

 

Hey now, some of us have to live on the more slim side and settle for what works!
I do agree though that buying factory parts is the best way to go overall though.