Tow Mirrors
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http://www.mrtrailer.com/08fordsd/08sd13.jpg
Heres what the 08 switch looks like. (I would've posted a pic, but the pic is HUGE)
Heres what the 08 switch looks like. (I would've posted a pic, but the pic is HUGE)
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Here is a picture on the new switches that I had added for the mirrors. I also just added to my albums some more pictures of the switches and the wiring I had to do for them to work.
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That looks really good, If I did not know any better I would say they came from Factory like that. Please email any diagrams, pictures, directions, and info you have to keep for my records. I am going to do the upgrade but I will first have to get what I need.
1 more question; instead of the 2 switches, could the 08 door switch be installed the same way? This way I can leave the original wire alone and just run a new wire to the 08 switch for change back if I decide to part with this Excursion.
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1 more question; instead of the 2 switches, could the 08 door switch be installed the same way? This way I can leave the original wire alone and just run a new wire to the 08 switch for change back if I decide to part with this Excursion.
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Weekendwarriorfws32;
I have liked the looks of the 08 mirrors, gives the EX a beefer look. You should add the 05 headlights to your 04 as well.
what is the website you have for the airbags?
Did you put them front and rear?
I know several that have them on the rear, I did meet 1 person at a gas station pulling a 35 foot camper with them on front and rear and from what little I got to talk with him he said it made it more stable for both towing and daily drive.
Here is something that is going to make yall think I lost my mind,, I have the tube steps and I like the running board (lighted) better and will change that too. I also want to add the top marker lights or a visor with marker lights which will be easier.
I have liked the looks of the 08 mirrors, gives the EX a beefer look. You should add the 05 headlights to your 04 as well.
what is the website you have for the airbags?
Did you put them front and rear?
I know several that have them on the rear, I did meet 1 person at a gas station pulling a 35 foot camper with them on front and rear and from what little I got to talk with him he said it made it more stable for both towing and daily drive.
Here is something that is going to make yall think I lost my mind,, I have the tube steps and I like the running board (lighted) better and will change that too. I also want to add the top marker lights or a visor with marker lights which will be easier.
Last edited by SARGE/AF; Mar 29, 2009 at 12:24 PM. Reason: Forgot to add something
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The post above, #16 has the instructions to rewire the left/right controls on the mirrors. The controls are different and wires can not just be changed at the door. I used those instructions, and pulled apart on the bench and soldered before install. I also found that the larger top mirror didn't want to pull off (and if you brake the housing they are sold as a new mirror only) so I just snuck in behind it with the socket to undo the bolt. You'll see what I mean with the pictures in post 16. I have parts that I used in my gallery.
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