Tow mirror backwards swap

[Newguy2k3]

I’ve seen a lot of people want the 23’ or 24’and newer mirrors. I just got a 2024 5500 with heated and power adjust mirrors but without power fold or extend. I want the older flip out mirrors. Can it be done?

This is why. The new ones suck if you actually need to see around things.

 

[H3LZSN1P3R]

You would need a set of 19-22 doors since the 23-24 mirrors have different mounting which the old mirrors wont cover the large hole that would be left

 

[jsalbre]

The outside edge of the new mirrors when extended is the same distance out as the outside edge of the old mirrors when flipped up.

 

[Newguy2k3]

The outside edge of the new mirrors when extended is the same distance out as the outside edge of the old mirrors when flipped up.

I haven’t measured. I know I sat there for 10-15min trying to reposition the seat and mirrors to get as good of a view as my 2018 and it’s not possible with the new style.

 

[g00fy]

Just curious OP, where are you located?

 

[Newguy2k3]

Just curious OP, where are you located?

Near Houston.

Since the the mirror swap isn’t that simple I have another idea. I can’t see anything out of the rear window or rear view mirror.

The truck doesn’t have a 3rd brake light. Can I install the digital rear view mirror and a brake light camera relocation kit from camera source. https://www.camerasource.com/automo...ilter=6023&model_filter=6132&year_filter=6297
Can anyone confirm that this mirror is the correct one? https://discountparts.brenhamcjd.com/oem-parts/mopar-inside-rear-view-mirror-68654265aa

 

[Layton]

I have same issue, long wheelbase and 16' van body and can't see a thing behind me. Ordered a set of Sanooer flip up mirrors which bolt on but don't completely cover the bottom. Wiring plugs in but does nothing. Not sure if it's because they're for a 19, also missing 1 plug compared to my factory ones. I've seen other newer vehicle with same issue. Does anyone have another solution. The replacement mirror is about 2" wider flipped up.

 

[TruckinThumper]

Have you tried to manually pull them out?
I am not 100% sure but I dont think there is a power extend on 24s and up.
Mine just slide out.... like you are trying to pull it off the door.

 

[Belzelbub]

I am not 100% sure but I dont think there is a power extend on 24s and up.
Mine just slide out.... like you are trying to pull it off the door.

My ‘24 has power extend mirrors.

 

[Nick]

Are you sure those mirrors don’t slide out ?

 

[Layton]

I have them pulled out I ended up cutting pipe for support and pushing them out an extra couple of inches. Works but probably will redo it so they're even further for better visibility.