Motion Sickness - Very Weird- Side Mirrors?
Junior User
Joined: May 2020
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You're not crazy - I've been experiencing that same phenomenon. I need to be very deliberate to focus on one mirror at a time as I'm cycling through them while driving. I've also noticed that the magnification between my top driver-side mirror, the rear view mirror, and top passenger-side mirror are all different. I'll be passing someone on the highway and think I'm clear based on my rear view mirror. I'll then check the top passenger-side mirror and the vehicle will seem a lot closer than I expected it to be. Until I got used to it, I thought cars were speeding up to not let me pass them.
While driving around this afternoon I was paying extra-special attention to the mirrors. I realized that both flat mirrors shake ever so slightly with the bouncing of the truck, which is contributing to the uneasy feeling. Between the different magnifications, moving view in the mirrors, and the shaking it's like a funhouse effect.
Tuned
Joined: Oct 2019
Posts: 362
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From: Lowcountry
This is interesting. I have never heard of this but can see that it could be a logical explanation. Just one question @twowheelyankee , how big was your previous vehicle?
Cargo Master
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Roman Forest, TX
Well, I'll just have to say, this is the first I've heard of this. I suppose it sounds feasible enough. It has never been an issue with me. Maybe since you know what it is that is causing the issue, try not to focus so intently on the mirrors. I know you have to check them often, but maybe try not to linger too long looking at them. I don't know, I guess I'm not a mirror psychologist, so maybe I don't know what I'm talking about. Maybe there is no cure. Anyway, good luck with this interesting issue.
Cargo Master
Joined: Jul 2017
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I'll clarify that I like the split mirrors and the bottom mirrors are great for parking or checking that I'm centered in a lane in addition to reducing/eliminating blind spots. Significantly more versatile than the single pane mirrors on my last two F150s.
While driving around this afternoon I was paying extra-special attention to the mirrors. I realized that both flat mirrors shake ever so slightly with the bouncing of the truck, which is contributing to the uneasy feeling. Between the different magnifications, moving view in the mirrors, and the shaking it's like a funhouse effect.
While driving around this afternoon I was paying extra-special attention to the mirrors. I realized that both flat mirrors shake ever so slightly with the bouncing of the truck, which is contributing to the uneasy feeling. Between the different magnifications, moving view in the mirrors, and the shaking it's like a funhouse effect.
Mountain Pass
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 206
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No. But—my chrome cap has a way of reflecting things that catch my eye. I don’t like how the chrome wraps around and reflects back like a mirror, but from a different direction. I’ve thought about putting a little bit of a wrap on it to help. Luckily, that chrome has stayed dirty enough lately that I don’t have this problem.
More Turbo
Joined: Dec 2021
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I have had this issue with my 16 f150 and 21 350. I resolved it in both by playing with the mirrors. The issue with them is that the motors can cause the mirrors to flex rather if adjusted too far in any direction. If you go play with them you should notice this and then be able to set them in such a way that you don't get sick from it.
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Laughing Gas
Joined: Aug 2017
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From: Oklahoma
I had never thought of this as an issue. I pray a seed wasn't planted. The only motion sickness I ever had was when my kids convinced me to go on a nightmare roller coaster. I really like the mirrors on my truck and monitor them closely especially when towing our fifth wheel. I also have a rear observation camera on the fifth wheel and use it to keep track of what's behind me. I used to get really frustrated with our youngest daughter as she would get sick going down a straight smooth highway. She recently drove the wife's new Subaru Ascent which has the option of a rear view mirror camera. She had to switch it off because it was making her sick. Some folks are just more susceptible to this.
Cross-Country
Joined: Jan 2022
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I've said it many times- the mirrors on these SD trucks are just incredible and one of the best reasons to own one!
BUT i too struggle at times with them. When i first got the truck i hated being in any heavy traffic as it took too long to find the right mirror for a lane change. I think part of the issue is the passenger side main mirror isn't convex whereas on most other vehicles it is. I too thought something was wrong with me to the point i mentioned it to a buddy who has a SD and he immediately knew what i was talking about.
BUT i too struggle at times with them. When i first got the truck i hated being in any heavy traffic as it took too long to find the right mirror for a lane change. I think part of the issue is the passenger side main mirror isn't convex whereas on most other vehicles it is. I too thought something was wrong with me to the point i mentioned it to a buddy who has a SD and he immediately knew what i was talking about.
Busted Knuckles
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 432
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From: Texas/Maine
The mirrors suck, plain and simple. Looking in your side mirrors should be a glance at most, not a prolonged look trying to decide what your looking at in what mirror. A simple round stick on a good sized mirror is all you need.
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Lead Driver
Joined: May 2021
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From: Uh oh, CA
I love the Ford towing mirrors! I was lucky enough to drive a Ford F250 with our camper for 4000 miles, then a couple of months later drove a Ram 2500 for 2000 miles with our camper. Coming from a vehicle without tow mirrors and having to use stick on tow mirrors, mirrors were important to me, and I ended up buying a Ford. The mirrors on the Ford were way better than the ones on the Ram. I have had it 9 months now and I still love looking in those side mirrors! 
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Southern Crescent
I have "idiopathic positional vertigo" -- which translated means, "we don't know why, but if you hold your head in certain positions you'll get dizzy." This is why I don't change my own oil, or do plumbing under the sink. It makes me dizzy. This stuff here:
https://www.drugs.com/meclizine.html
will fix you right up with minimal side effects. You usually have to ask the pharmacist for it, but no prescription is required. And it's fairly cheap. Every drug store has it. Fortunately the truck mirrors don't bother me. but I bet this stuff will help you guys with this issue. There are side effects listed but I have never experienced any of them.
https://www.drugs.com/meclizine.html
will fix you right up with minimal side effects. You usually have to ask the pharmacist for it, but no prescription is required. And it's fairly cheap. Every drug store has it. Fortunately the truck mirrors don't bother me. but I bet this stuff will help you guys with this issue. There are side effects listed but I have never experienced any of them.
Cargo Master
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 2,243
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From: Roman Forest, TX
I have "idiopathic positional vertigo" -- which translated means, "we don't know why, but if you hold your head in certain positions you'll get dizzy." This is why I don't change my own oil, or do plumbing under the sink. It makes me dizzy. This stuff here:
https://www.drugs.com/meclizine.html
will fix you right up with minimal side effects. You usually have to ask the pharmacist for it, but no prescription is required. And it's fairly cheap. Every drug store has it. Fortunately the truck mirrors don't bother me. but I bet this stuff will help you guys with this issue. There are side effects listed but I have never experienced any of them.
https://www.drugs.com/meclizine.html
will fix you right up with minimal side effects. You usually have to ask the pharmacist for it, but no prescription is required. And it's fairly cheap. Every drug store has it. Fortunately the truck mirrors don't bother me. but I bet this stuff will help you guys with this issue. There are side effects listed but I have never experienced any of them.