We were laughing the whole way. There was no chance of someone coming the other way, the worst that could happen was getting stuck in some mud. It was worse the night before because it was cold and the wind was really buffeting us. We had hitched up at 10:00 pm, lowered it and moved it 200 feet down the road so that we didn't end up in OZ.

What year dakota? Mine (a 2000 model EXT cab v8, sport) has the same mirrors as the "normal" or STD mirrors that were availble on a 1500 (& the 2500 diesel we own--> that doesnt have upgraded mirrors) so I share the ones that slide over existing mirrors to extend, I like them.

http://www.amazon.com/CIPA-10500-Cus...ar=1&carId=001

I Sourced them last year, I believe from another site, but with ship was under 60 near xmas time (gave them to Father for xmas, knowing I needed them too! .

Depends on the existing factory mirrors of course. Goto CIPA CIPA-USA - Your one-stop source for mirrors and aftermarket accessories see if your stock mirror matches?

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From Kansas: 29ft '95 5th, converted to toybox in rear, by Hilo. Pics soon, Some Here.

I strongly recommend this kind: http://www.cipausa.com/ (click on the "Custom Towing Link") if they will fit your vehicle. It's what I use on my Ford and they work perfectly. Easy to install and remove, no vibration, very secure.

- Jack

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Hi-Lo 1707T
2005 F150 4x4 KR SCrew

These are the same as I use on my GMC. I ordered mine through JC Whitney but I had a 15% off coupon and free shipping at the time. I think they are excellent mirrors. I've also seen them at Pep Boys. You probably won't find them cheaper than on Amazon or ebay.

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2404T, 2003 2500HD 4X4 GMC Crewcab w/Astro camper shell
Far West Texas

I can see the advantage of those if you don't have to adjust them each time. When I take my clip on ones off I squeeze them down into a sunday newspaper bag and put them in a cabinet in the trailer. That way I never forget them.

Thanks, everyone, for all of the suggestions on tow mirrors.

Cheryl

I used to have a '84 Nissan 4x4 with a 4cyl(they didn't even make 6 cyls till '85) that pulled my 17'er with all over the western US. I had a WDH on it and it pulled perfectly-no sway at all. Update: I bought a '97 Ram 1500 4x4 5.9 V8 Sport. Tried to pull with it without WDH thinking bigger truck should make a difference-WRONG. Wouldn't go over 50 without swaying really badly. Put WDH back on. Perfect towing again.
One other thing I might mention. It's not pulling the trailer that is critical. It's STOPPING the trailer that is most important and most overlooked when people first start towing. I highly recommend installing a brake controller. If you can find the negative terminal on your battery, you can do it. Mine took less than an hour. Makes all the difference in the world. Under $100.
Once you get the "hang" of it, (200 miles) it will get easier. Beleive me, it will be worth the stress. You will always remember the first time you raise that top and realize you have everything you need in one convienent package. In the woods. I've been camping in my little Funchaser since '87, and I still enjoy raising my top!! Camp in Peace.

What they said!

We've owned a 17' and now 27' Hi-lo and used weight dist on each - makes all the difference!

Both were towed with 6cyl engines, by the way. The first with an Isuzu, and lately with our Volkswagon Touareg. The 17' was towed both with, and without, the WD system. Amazing difference.

What really matters, once you get the WD bars and controller, is the tow vehicle wheelbase. Our VW is marginal, and we now have a diesel Ford Excursion that will take over.

Be sure to have proper air pressure in both trailer and tow vehicle. I like to run my trailer tires at 55 lbs, but check your specific tire manufacturers pressure.

Don't forget to have fun!

G&L in Reno

My husband towed it home today and he said it towed great! Thank you so much everyone!!! All of your information and advice helped us to buy this. I can hardly wait to get out there and use it.

Cheryl