Clearview Towing Mirrors
Submitted: Tuesday, Apr 21, 2015 at 15:57
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Member-George (WA)
I have a set Clearview towing mirrors fitted to my 100series Landcruiser. They work fine when not extended. However, when fully extended I have a problem with the drivers side mirror. When we pass a road train, coming from the opposite direction the mirror
swings back against the car. This does not happen every time but certainly 4 out of 10 times. This is quite annoying, considering the price of these mirrors. I would be interested to hear if any other Clearview mirror owners have experienced a similar problem. Cheers
Reply By: Member - Rod N (QLD) - Tuesday, Apr 21, 2015 at 16:25
Tuesday, Apr 21, 2015 at 16:25
Have a look at this thread on the Caravaners
Forum Clearview mirrors moving with buffeting
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Follow Up By: Member - Phil 'n Jill (WA) - Thursday, Apr 23, 2015 at 10:30
Thursday, Apr 23, 2015 at 10:30
Hey Rod - that is one of the most informative threads I have seen, should have read it earlier before posting a reply.
It appears the problem can be overcome with a bit of maintenance, but it is disappointing to read about the lack of support from Clearview on this issue.
Thanks - Phil
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Reply By: Member - Bruce and Di T (SA) - Tuesday, Apr 21, 2015 at 20:49
Tuesday, Apr 21, 2015 at 20:49
We have them on a Prado 150. Never had a problem. They leave other mirrors
well behind and over time we have had them all. These are the best mirrors we have ever had.
Di
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Reply By: Racey - Wednesday, Apr 22, 2015 at 09:17
Wednesday, Apr 22, 2015 at 09:17
George, I'd give Clearview a call to get their comments and/or go back to where you purchased them. I'm sure it's only a minor adjustment; we have never had any issues with the mirrors.
Cheers
Jon
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Follow Up By: Member - Young Nomads - Wednesday, Apr 22, 2015 at 11:17
Wednesday, Apr 22, 2015 at 11:17
Hi George.
We've had Clearviews for nearly 3 years..100 series as
well.
We have had them on every type of road surface(bitumen, rough roads, dunes, corrugations etc)..no problems. As above. Give Clearview a ring.
cheers
Robyn
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Reply By: wholehog - Wednesday, Apr 22, 2015 at 15:24
Wednesday, Apr 22, 2015 at 15:24
I have had them on my 105 Cruiser permanently for 3 years, absolutely no issue with them on any roads or traffic conditions.
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Follow Up By: wholehog - Wednesday, Apr 22, 2015 at 15:28
Wednesday, Apr 22, 2015 at 15:28
EDIT BUTTON...when the arms are rotated out, they index into position, make sure you have done that. They really shouldn't move.
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Reply By: Member - Phil 'n Jill (WA) - Thursday, Apr 23, 2015 at 10:13
Thursday, Apr 23, 2015 at 10:13
Another big fan of the Clearview's.
I experienced your problem with the Pajero original mirrors when extended with the strap on types - constant issue, then moved on to wheel arch mirrors but had problems with them constantly needing adjustment. From there to extenders (scissor lift style) mounted on the bull bar, and they did the job but our roads are not real flash & caused vibrations so could tell when something was coming up the rear but not clearly.
Switched to the Clearview four years ago and they have been perfect. Switched them last year to the newer Paj and still
well worth the investment.
I would be seeking manufacturers support as suggested by others.
Hope you get it sorted.
Cheers - Phil
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Reply By: Gone Bush (WA) - Thursday, Apr 23, 2015 at 19:01
Thursday, Apr 23, 2015 at 19:01
George asked this question on the Caravanners
Forum as
well, and hasn't been back to either site to acknowledge the answers or thank anyone.
Why do we bother?
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