2014 - 2017: GM - Tow Mirror vs Aftermarket 1AMRP01786
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- Опубліковано 9 вер 2017
- One of the most commonly asked question about tow mirrors. Which is better? Genuine GM Factory Tow Mirrors or Aftermarket. Here is a video of each installed onto my 2016 Silverado. Impressed with the build quality of the mirrors from 1A Auto. Part # from 1A Auto is 1AMRP01786 versus a GM DPN Mirror.
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So tempted to do this upgrade. I really like the 1A Auto mirrors, all except the layout of the turn signal/running light design. If they had same design as OEM and turn signal in glass, I'd be buying them today
Well done, that's the detail I appreciate in a product review/comparison. Second to none!
Thanks!
Excellent video and review. Nicely done. Thanks for posting. I've been thinking of doing the same thing to my 2017 Sierra SLT.
Scott Walters Thanks!
Hi Phil, thanks for responding me, my Silverado is a 2017 LTZ2
Another great video.. alot of detailed information you put in on this video. Should answer everyone's questions about aftermarket and oem mirrors.. I'm gonna p.m. on the g.m. website.. hope to hear back from you
Silver Ice - Thanks! Will await your PM
Phil, I am looking at upgrading from the smaller OEM mirror to the 1aauto towing mirror. My current mirrors have heated glass, power glass, power folding, chevron turn signals, memory, reverse tilt, and puddle lamp. I don’t care if the cargo light feature on the towing mirror works. Do I need to rewire anything or am I good to go for plug and play. Also, my local garage told me the power fold gear on aftermarket is plastic vs. metal for OEM so the can be damaged easy if you move them by hand.
Do you have a video of how you modified the front facing LEDs to be both running and turn signals?
Excellent review! Very nicely done.
I have a quick question for you. I have a 2016 Silverado LTZ, and my current mirrors have the following features: power adjust, power folding, heated, integrated turn signal, tilt in reverse, and a puddle lamp. Since my existing mirrors have all of these features and the truck itself has support for them, will there need to be any wiring changes? Or, would these mirrors be truly plug-n-play for me?
Thanks!
I have a question about the wiring, I bought a set of those exact power folding mirrors from 1A Auto to replace my factor powerfolding mirrors on a 2016 GMC Sierra SLT. In order to get the reverse lamps in the mirror to work as well as the amber running light, which pin wires need to be moved around?? Thank You
I am trying to hook up folding mirrors on my 2016 silverado wt 5.3 4x4 do you sell the wire harness for that I have the mirrors and the required power switch but just can't seem to get it to work
Question. Can the puddle lamp on the A1 Auto mirror be transferred to the GM mirror? My LTZ already has the puddle lamp and I really like the option
Also the mirror with a puddle light where did you get that one from and the nicer LED Amber turn signals
I have 2018 Chev Silverado 1500 with stock mirrors with only defrost and power mirror. I got a set of a aftermarket tow mirrors. Is there any way I can rewire the new mirror input wire harness which plugs into a truck mirror harness which leads to the truck wire harness to get the front facing light, turn signal in the glass and the clearance light to work?
Hi Phil,
I have a 2015 Chevy Silverado Dbl Cab 4.3 V6 LT
I’d like to retrofit my mirrors to these A1 aftermarket w/pwr fold, puddle lamp, and blackcap set. Do you know what part numbers or mods I’d need to have this accomplished?
Hi Phil great work. I just purchased a 2018 2500hd work truck with the little basic mirrors and want to add these 1a auto mirrors with all the extra functions. Whats your website where i can purchase adapters? Do you sell the light there too?
are these mirrors both heated? and i've read a review with the aftermarket mirrors, when you extend them there isn't a stop and you can pull them right off. is that true with this brand?
Hey Phil, I have a 15 Silverado and would like to buy the most cost effective chrome capped, orange lens, non-power fold mirrors that will be plug and play with your harness. Do you know what one I can purchase? On a side note any update on your stock for your plug and play GM wireless charging module upgrade? Thanks
Hi, I have a 2018 Silverado LT and want to upgrade door mirrors with LED signasl....is it possible to just swap out the glass mirror with new built in LED signal mirrors? do you know if the original 2018 mirror housing is supplied with the electrical plug in provisions for LED turn signals? My 2018 does have power mirrors, is it possible to just swap glass and not housing? and does A1 sell the glass mirror part that has LED turn signal?
Thanks for info: I have 2015 Silverado LT. No power options,except the mirror adjustment. Up/down/ side to side. Will I be able to install A1 -Auto mirrors with all these other options on my truck. Will new harness fit original GM harness. Does GM harness already have power to run these other options on yours, that my original mirrors don't have? Thanks ,Steve.
Hello Phil. I have a 2015 GMC Sierra and looking to upgrade to the a1auto tow mirrors. I would like to get the plug n play harness from u and get the chrome plated mirrors, but not sure exactly what I would need. If I could help it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
I am very interested in these aftermarket mirrors to replace my factory 2014 Silverado ltz small mirrors. I cannot find the part on 1a auto website. Any help would be greatly appreciated to make them function like you have shown.
Anyone have fitment issues with the OEM mirrors? I just installed a set and noticed about a 1/16th gap between the metal and plastic trim. Thanks
I have a 2018 Silverado z71 LT and would like to install a pair or towing mirrors. Could you provide me with a link to the best options available? Also what do you charge for correcting the wiring issue?
Do you have the wire diagram for your trucks mirrors? I have the same truck and purchased similar mirrors but the harness isn’t correct and I’m trying to correct the issues. Any help would be greatly appreciated
Is there any reason why I couldn't connect the puddle lamp wire to the cargo lamp wire, so the puddle lamp would on any time the cargo lamp is lit?
Hey Phil I was recommended to get in touch with you about purchasing mirrors and possibly getting them wired up by you as well?
Totally awsome video. Thanks you so much by the way for your time today. Definitely helped me out tremendously
Thanks! Be sure to subscribe and check out all my other videos. :) Talk to you soon.
Phil Gamboa will do.
I have the same truck as you but mine is a LTZ is the wiring u did for your mirrors the same as mine? I was hoping to get the same mirrors from 1A auto and just plug and play but i see you have to modify the harness?
Did you notice any shake with the top glass on the 1A Auto mirror vs your OEM? I just installed a set of 1A Auto mirrors and have a shake.
Can you link the harness for tow mirrors for LT Silverado
Hi Phil, I own a 2015 GMC Sierra SLT DL3 small factory mirrors with all options power fold,heated,puddle light,turn signal in the glass, auto dim. I want to order the 1A auto mirrors can I purchase the proper plug and play harness from you to fit the mirrors from 1A Auto .?
what are the mirror clearance lights for and when are they on?
Quick question
I have 2018 Silverado 1500 LTZ that has the power fold, turn signals, puddle lamp, mirror memory, and I just bought the same model mirrors as in your videos from 1A auto, will I also need to buy your jumper harness to make them how they are here, or can I run the wires they provide to get the same solution? (Two way park lamps, cargo lamps, and puddle lamp)
Hey Phil I need the kit for the gm ones to go on my 2015 Chevy please send me the link
Hi Phil-
Great video! I have a couple of questions for you regarding my '14 Silverado 1500 High Country. What's the best way to reach out to you?
-Flip Gallegos
Have stock tow mirrors on my silverado thinking about getting the led turn signal and spot light but i have to say when powered off i do like the aftermarket look but now that i see them working the oem mirrors seem kinda better. the led light are just brighter and better during day and night. in the video you really cannot tell the turn signals are blinking on the aftermarket up front and on the rear view you cannot see at all b/c the spot light totally drowns them out i think im going to have to go with a different brand which is not what i wanted. then turn signal in the glass i liked and if you could make the led light much brighter i think youd have the perfect set
What is the different to the Silverado 2018?
I own the 6,2L 2018 High Country.
Greetings from Germany!
Hy Phil, forgot to mentioned my Silverado is a Red line edition 2017 fully loaded with ventilated and programmable seat and every option for the regular mirror, also key fob power folding ,looking to install the 1AMRPO 1790, will i need to change wiring harnesses and reprogram the computer. Really great instructive video. Thanks
You will need to swap the harness with my custom harness OR modify your existing harness with one of my DIY Kits. There will be NO need for a computer reprogram. Not sure why the dealer says this. In the 3000+ customers I've successfully helped with my harness, there has been no need for a dealer reprogram. You will retain all the features you have now, memory, power fold, etc as long as you have that now. Email me at - sales@HarnessDR.com for more info and/or to order you custom harness set. Thanks!
I got it figured out it was just a matter of adding the relay I'm picking up an AC control unit with defogger switch and It work Plug and Play
Do you do these conversations? Where can I get all those tools?
Do you think have a the a1 mirrors and harness for sale ?
hello great video. i want that exact mirror set up the aftermarket ones. how much would they cost and can you set them up (prewire) so plug and play? if so how much do you charge? also my truck only has power mirrors and outside temp now. what do i need to make all your options work. thanks in advance tommy
You can find me here. www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/198157-2014-2017-dl8-dl3-towing-mirror-upgrade-mirrors-explained/
Since you probably know about my question: I'm looking at buying a 2014 Sierra SLT with the folding mirrors. If I buy either the GM o r 3rd party with folding they should work like factory correct?
Not necessarily. For 2014 and early 2015, GM didn't land the tow mirror lighting circuits (specifically the cargo light and running light) at the door jamb - cabin side. So if you upgrade to tow mirrors, there will be additional work you'll have to do to get the tow mirrors to function correctly. Check out my other videos and look at RZY - Jumper Harness Part #23387133.
I have a 2014 Silverado that has the small mirrors without power fold or turn signal. I would like to upgrade to the 1a auto mirrors and I noticed you mentioned a custom harness. Is this something that is available and would work on my truck without the factory folding and turn signal option.
Greg - This would be a 2-phase process for you. First phase is the swap door harnesses. Second phase, since you're 2014, would be to source and install the RZY Jumper Harness - Part # 23387133. I have a video for this. GM didn't land the tow mirror light circuits to your door jamb, on the cabin side of the connector. Thanks GM. LOL. Specifically, the cargo lamp and running lamp circuits will be missing. So...if you are comfortable with installing that jumper harness, you can achieve this upgrade.
Phil how can I get up with you about my tow mirrors? I have a pair of mirrors that have separate connectors for the turn signal, cargo light, etc... but it also has a common wire. Need to know where I can tie in .
Thanks
I think you found my email? I saw an email from ya and have replied.
Hey Phil I'm considering putting tow mirrors on my 2016 Silverado 1500 LT and I've found some mirrors on carid.com by Spec-D tuning thats heated and power adjustable with side markers. Whats your opinion on those mirrors over the 1A Auto mirrors?
Mike Jorden - I haven’t seen them first hand. I’ve only had my hands on OEM, 1A Auto/AM Auto, and Syppo.
In fact, I have a list of “Mirrors to stay away from” and a couple of models are from Carid. “Torxe” is one that I know for sure. Don’t recall Spec-D. Many of those mirror makers source the mirros from the same place. So the $200 and less sets are the ones that are the most problematic. Mostly incorrectly wired internally.
Phil. I have a 2017 Yukon XL Denali. Looks like 1A Auto makes towing mirrors for Yukons now? Do you know anything about these? Do you make a harness for this? The Denali has power folding mirrors so would there be a error message since these are not power folding? www.1aauto.com/chevy-gmc-mirror-set-trail-ridge-tr00393/i/1amrp01964?f=1154239&y=2017
What crimper did you use to terminate the wiring? Thx
Great video! I have a 2014 Silverado 1500 can I put those mirrors on my truck and if so how can I purchase your harness? Thanks hope to hear back soon.
There is an additional requirement for 2014 trucks. Please check out my thread o GM-Trucks. I show the additional requirements on the very first post.
www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/198157-2014-2017-dl8-dl3-towing-mirror-upgrade-mirrors-explained/
Your knowledge on wiring and these lights are great. Any chance you could make your custom harness for the A1 Auto mirrors for a tundra. I read and did some digging and found that you cant use the factory power fold. It has a separate wire and switch that has to be installed. Also I was hoping that the rear spot lights on the mirror would be plug and play but they are not. It sucks to have a platinum tundra with factory power fold and yet it isnt compatible with these mirrors.
Andrew Stoffa - Thanks! While I when not explored other vehicles makes, I am open to expanding if it’s possible. Please email me at sales@HarnessDR.com and will see what the requirements might be and see if there is a possible solution or path for you.
How did you get the ltz/High Country taillights on there, are they plug and play or custom wiring?
They are a direct fit. If you have a 2016 or later truck, they will plug right up (with the LED Tail Light harness). You will get hyperflash. I have adapter harnesses that correct this.
Great video! Ok so I have a few questions. I have the same truck (2016 Silverado 1500). Would I order the mirrors with or without ambient temperature sensor? Since our trucks have sensor behind grill, correct?
Baldo Preciado - This is only a requirement if you have Diesel. The Exhaust Brake relies on this circuit. Without it, you’ll get an CEL Error. With Gas, you don’t need it.
Thanks! Another one, I've searched on the website for the mirrors, and there are multiple ones to choose from that seem very similar. I'm kinda lost on which ones to order.
If you tell me your trim level, gas/diesel, and what you want (power fold, puddle lamp, chrome cap, black cap)..we can go from there.
Phil Gamboa - it’s a gas LT with All Star package. I’d like power fold, puddle light is optional depending on price difference & black cap.
You can retrofit virtually any of the tow mirrors I have shown. You can gain power fold too.
Where can you order the plug and play adapter you make for this tow mirror? Great video.
www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/198157-2014-2017-dl8-dl3-towing-mirror-upgrade-%E2%80%93-mirrors-explained/
please help i want put the 2014 power folding tow mirrors from 1aauto on my 2006 gmc i do have stock small mirrors with power folding my questions is are the connectors the same thank you
#### #### - I have no knowledge of trucks prior to 2014. My apologies.
#### #### me too but on a 2003 Escalade. Have you found any answers? If so please share.
@@Lovetolivetruely check out boostautoparts.com if you haven't done anything yet.
I have a 2018 and trying to figure out weather to go with gm towing or boost auto parts
I went with boost automotive and very pleased but after seeing this video I with I waited and got the set he did with power folding and puddle lamp.
Hey Phil, any chance to get a vid or if theres a write up on the GM forum of you with your LTZ tail lights? As far as wiring the resistors? I'd like to add the LTZ lights to my 18 LT Z71
If you have an 18 and LTZ Tail lights, you'll want the factory harnesses that come with those tail lights. Swap out the LT Harness with the LTZ Harnesses. Install the tail lights. They will plug right up. You will get hyper flash. I make an inline harness that has the resistors wired in so it makes it plug and play. Otherwise, you'll have to cut/splice your factory LTZ harness with the resistors.
Phil Gamboa so your harness would replace the LTZ harness then?
@@bryanmcinerny3658 I know this is a little late, but I bought some of the 16-18 LTZ tail lights off ebay, brand new. Gen5DIY makes a plug and play harness. I have them installed on my 2014 silverado. Here is a link: www.gen5diy.com/collections/14-18-silverado-p-p-harnesses/products/14-18-silverado-led-taillight-harness
It was super easy to do. Took me about 30 minutes. Like I said, I got my lights on ebay.. I think I gave about $650 for them.. But they were brand new
I got a 2018 crew cab Silverado LT with just heated mirrors. I need to get tow mirrors and would like the ones with blinkers, don't care about auto fold, manual is find. My quest is would my vehicle harness work or would I have to get some kind of other harness?
Michael Mitchell if you get tow mirrors with any lighting features, you’ll need a harness or swap a modification to your factory harnesses.
I owned a 2007.5 2500HD with standard mirrors. I purchased a set of aftermarket towing mirrors with the built in turn signal lights on the outside of the mirror. They worked just fine no mods, no extra harness. GM told me all trucks that come with power mirrors have the harness ready for a plug and play setup.
I have a 2018 1500 LT with All Star package standard manual fold side mirrors currently (so no build in switch), can I get price for plug and play (DIY with no customization), power fold, puddle lamp, chrome cap, smoked lens to ship to Riverside, CA 92503. How do I deal with no build in power fold switch?
You can reach me here. www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/198157-2014-2017-dl8-dl3-towing-mirror-upgrade-mirrors-explained/
You can also reach me via phil.gamboa@icloud.com
Great video is there a way to get the signal in the mirror?
Do you have a snap? lol
Hi i have a 2017 chevy silverado lt z71 my stock mirror doesnt have heated mirrior or any just mirror adjust i added a eccpp towing with heated mirroe turn signal and parking light it plug and play but only the mirror adjust work is thear away or harness u have
Vang Vang - yes. Send me an email at gamboaphil@gmail.com
I have after market tow mirrors i got from Amazon and i was wondering do i hook up the white clearance lights to my reverse back up tail lights.
What year and trim is your truck? What mirrors did you have before? Do you seat memory?
Great video as always! I purchased aftermarket towing mirrors for my 2017 Silverado and the glass vibrating at highway speed made me want to go to my dealer and purchase the OEM towing mirrors to get rid of the vibration. After viewing this video, I'm not sure what to do anymore. Did anyone ever come up with a solution to reduce or help with the vibration of the upper glass?
Pierre-Michael Cote - Not that I am aware of. It seems that the upper glass vibration across all mirrors are very similar and are an inherent issue since you have a much larger surface area.
Funny that ford tow mirrors don't do this at all
By Phil, a GM dealer mentioned to me when you use OEM GM towing mirror with all features like memory seat, power folding, etc , you need to reprogram the truck computer, is that true? If so do you have a video about how to reprogram that computer.
Thanks
What year is your truck? In the thousands of customers I've successfully helped with this upgrade, none have needed any sort of programming.
@@philgamboa2906 I'm not Pierre, but I have a 2018 1500 LTZ with the DP8 mirrors and I'm looking at replacing with the A1 Auto mirrors but I have the same concern.
Michael Wright you can reach me at HarnessDR.com
I have a 2002 chevy silverado 2500 HD 4x4 extended cab 6.0v8 and I have added tow mirrors looks just like the mirrors you have and need help getting the heated fiction to work.
meademods I don’t have any info on trucks older than 2014.
Phil, I have a 2014 Silverado LT and my mirrors only have power. No turn signal or heat. Can I add these mirrors with your adapter? If so, would all the bells and whistles work?
Michael DeGiovanni - Yes you can, and can even gain power fold, but since you’re 2014, there will be a little more work involved inside the cabin and under the hood. Check out my RZY Jumper Harness video as that’s what you’ll need in additional to swapping your door harnesses.
Phil i have the same truck same year 2014 as Michael but am NOT looking for the power and lights bells and whistles, with that said how hard is it to replace the factory ones that I currently have with just a simple tow mirrors...?
If you don't want to gain any of the lighting features, simply just install the mirror.
Does 1A Auto still make this model with the puddle lamp? Can’t find it anywhere. Thanks!
turner111971 - Looks like they are Out of Stock from both vendors.
I have a 2014 Silverado LTZ do u know if the 1A Auto mirrors would work on the gm harnesses if not what do i need to make them work on my truck
No. You will need a custom built harnesses (by me) AND a RZY Jumper Harness Part # 23387133 since you are 2014.
how much would the custom harnesses be
Mr. Gamboa,Thanks for all the information. I have a 2016 with the DL3 and A45 options. I think I saw in one of your videos that you produce a harness for the A1 Auto so that the lights work properly as well as the power fold. Do you have a website I can use the purchase what I need from you? I'm a bit confused from conflicting information on the web about what I actually need in order to have power folding tow mirrors. Thanks,Jeff
Jeff, I've done this upgrade over 200 times, helping over 300 members on the GM Trucks Forum. You can most certainly upgrade to these mirrors from 1A Auto. They are and have been in a Sold Out situation for about 2-3 weeks now. In order for this particular set to be Plug and Play, they will need to come to me first. I then fix them up and build a harness set so that when it gets to you, they will be Plug and Play. All you need to do is replace the harnesses with mine, and swap the mirrors. You'll retain power fold, power adjust, heat, turn signal, reverse tilt (if equipped, and memory (if equipped). You will lost auto dimming on the driver side. No tow mirror has driver side dimming. You'll gain the amber park lamps, and white LED cargo lights (spot lights that shine rearward). I provide all this as a service, but mirrors are out of stock at the moment. Let me know if I can help.
Sorry for the delay in response. I must have missed the reply.
Thanks much. I've been watching to see if they get these mirrors in stock. Do you have a website I can use to contact you and get the shipping info and cost?
Email me at pgamboa@yahoo.com. I don't have a site. Primarily sell to GM-Trucks forum members. I do all this from my home during my free time.
My father is 80 and recently purchased a 2017 GMC Sierra Denali ultimate truck. He finds the small mirrors way too tiny when he tows his small horse trailer.
Can you recommend a power mirror with chrome caps that perhaps I may be able to install and plug and go?
Sounds like he needs the larger Tow Mirrors. Reach me at HarnessDR.com - I do offer New, Factory GM Tow Mirrors in both manual fold and power fold options. I also offer the door harnesses to make this swap completely Plug and Play. He can also gain power fold if he wants.
Do you have a non-power fold that is plug and play with your harness?
Yep - This one from 1A Auto - www.1aauto.com/mirror-pair-trail-ridge-tr00045/i/trmrp00045. And the same mirror from AM-Auto - www.am-autoparts.com/products/side-view-mirrors/AM-2481561241.html. These mirrors, out of the box, will be Plug and Play with my harnesses for 2015.5 and up. If you have 2014 - 2015, they will still be Plug and Play, but you'll need to source and install the RZY Jumper Harness 23387133. This jumper is to get the cabin side of the door jambs pinned.
I have a 2015 sierra denali with power fold mirrors. i'd like tow mirrors with the trailer LEDs and to keep power fold. which mirrors do i need?
1A Auto/AM Auto has 2 models of power folding mirrors. Non-Mirror Memory and Mirror Memory. You can use either one. If you don't have seat memory now, you won't be able to gain that. The difference between seat memory model and non, is that the mirror memory model has a bonus puddle lamp that shines down.
Hi Phil, I am looking for good after market towing mirrors for my 2018 LTZ Silverado 6.2 gas, any ideas. Thanks
Thanks Phil very informative video
I have a 2015 1500 Z71 with no power mirrors. I want the 1AAuto.com ones you have in this video. Do I have to upgrade to power fold? I just want the manual fold tow mirrors. Will the lights work on the 1Aauto lights after plugging in or will I have to make modifications?
To get lights to work, you will need to consider swapping the door harnesses or modify your door harnesses. There may be a need to run wiring into the cabin/under the hood since you have a 2015. You can reach at HarnessDR.com and we can continue the validation and needs there.
@@philgamboa2906 can I just buy the tow mirrors and not hook up anything considered "new" to the truck. I really just want the mirrors. maybe the turn signal work and heat.
Hi Phil . I was wondering if you could help me out. I have a 2017 Serria SLT. I would like to get the Tow Mirros set up. Any way you could help me out?
Please contact me from our website. www.HarnessDR.com. We will gladly guide you i the right direction.
Hi Phil I have contacted 1a a couple of times, all I get from them is generic responses(very frustrating) the last thing I want is to order the wrong set and have to return them. I can see on your channel that you are the most knowledgable person on these aftermarket mirrors, what I have is a 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT with "all" options including heat,auto dim,power fold, puddle light,etc...which part # should I order and is there a separate harness I need to purchase as well ? Look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks!
Gill Therrien At this time, any mirror from 1A Auto or AM Auto that supports the Memory function is problematic. There are are 45 units that have been identified. I would hold off on making a purchase at this time.
Check out my thread on GM-Trucks. I’ll be providing updates as they become available.
www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/198157-2014-2017-dl8-dl3-towing-mirror-upgrade-%E2%80%93-mirrors-explained/
Just wanted to give you an update in that 1A Auto/AM Auto has corrected the internal wiring error on the bad batch. All memory support mirrors are now good to go for this upgrade.
thanks for the review... after having them now for a this long which mirrors do you prefer and why?
Still always factory GM first.
It seems like the turn signal is a bit better visible at the gm. Is the back up light also connected to the bed light? Is it stock or custom?
Are the amber turnsignal in your taillights factory? How did you do this?
jan meier - I agree that the GM Amber lens disburses the light better than the smoke lens. Even with having more LEDs in the smoke lens, light disbursement is better during the day.
The turn signal in my tail lights are red. They are the factory LED lights that come on the higher trim (LTZ/High Country) 2016+ 1500 trucks.
Phil Gamboa at 10:25 it just Looks like amber turn signals. I was thinking that you maybe modded the led. Is it possible to fit the 2016 high trim tail lights on a 2015 ltz?
Is there anyway I can get a hold of you thru email? I have a 2014 single cab z71 I wanna put tow mirrors on it I just need to know if it's compatible with them and what I need to make them compatible with the back up, turning signal etc etc etc
James Gonzalez - pgamboa@yahoo.com
I have a 2016 2500HD High Country with mirrors that have auto folding and puddle lights. Will this light plug and play for my truck?
smc772 - No. any mirror upgrade will require new harnesses. I custom build these specific for each year, trim, and mirror you’re looking to upgrade to.
Phil Gamboa how do I order these? And how much? 2017 Silverado 1500 z71 LTZ midnight edition
Great video Phil!! I have a 2018 LTZ with the regular (small) mirrors with power fold and puddle light, and I am thinking about this upgrade. Do I still need your special harness since I already have puddle light and power fold? Thanks
John Gray - Yes sir. With tow mirrors, there are new lighting features whose circuits are not present in your existing harness.
I have what I think is a early 2015 ltz 2500 duramax do you sell the harness to make 1AMRP01788 work
Yes - you can reach me at HarnessDR.com
I have a question. What’s up with some of these descriptions on 1A Auto’s tow mirrors saying some won’t fit diesel models? Been holding back on buying some because I don’t get how that works. Or one’s that work for models with/without exhaust break?
Phil, I have a 2015 Silverado 1500 LTZ and want to change to the 1A Auto mirrors. I am concerned about the custom harnesses. Any recommendations? Can I buy them through you? You also mentioned that there are places to use chrome on the housing. Can you give me a referral for the Chrome? Great video. Thank you. Oh, also how much extension do you get on the mirror when extended fully?
Ray Johns - Since you’re a 2015, you’ll have to determine if your truck is an early 2015 or a mid year (MY2015) 2015.5. This will tell us whether GM landed the tow mirror light circuits or not to your door jamb. Send me an email at gamboaphil@gmail.com for more info. I’ll let you know what I need to verify.
And you can also order the mirrors with the chrome caps.
Good video. Thanks.
Clemsonfan151 - Thank you!
Will this work on a 2003? If so I would like to order a set with the harness so it can be plug and play
This is only applicable to 2014 - 2017. My truck is a 2016 and have only had visibility to this year range.
You can find a set for your truck. The power mirrors will be plug and play, but if you don't have heated mirrors, you'll have to wire them yourself. You'll also have to wire the turn signals, running lights and reverse lights yourself as well. There are forums that will help you figure out what wires to tap in to. It's not hard to do. I installed a set of aftermarket mirrors on my 14 Silverado that doesn't have the factory plug for the turn signals in the glass or anything else. I had to wire it myself.
For me, I had to connect eight wires, four wires per mirror. Two of the eight wires are just ground wires so they're super easy.
Steven Cuttic Thank you for getting back with me I appreciate it. Great video Im now I'm a subscriber. My mirrors are heated and power adjustable.
Bart Jeffcoat I almost forgot.. to have the running lights work as dual function... running light and turn sjgnal... you would need to do a little extra wiring with the mirrors. I had to install resistors and diodes behind the top glass. It might seem like a lot of work, but it's not that bad. I did see that there was a little kit so I wouldn't have to cut and solder the mirror wires, but I saw that after I had already modified them. It was just a little kit that had the resistors and diodes already inside a little box and just made the install cleaner.
Check the forums, silveradosierra.com is where I got information plus other UA-cam videos.
I had to connect two wires for turn signals, one wire per side, two wires for the running lights, one wire per side and two wires for the reverse lights, one wire per side. That's 6 of your 8 wires. Your other two are ground wires.
Hey Mr. Gamboa, how can I reach out to you for some help on product selection on the 1aautostore? I have a 2017 GMC Sierra with the All Terrain premium package
Email me - pgamboa@yahoo.com
I would love to see a video on these powered tow mirrors being installed on a 14-17 WT since they don't have powered mirrors to start with
If you have power windows, door locks, you can upgrade to power adjust and power fold mirrors if you like. I can be reached at www.HarnessDR.com for more info.
Phil, what all does it need to upgrade to power folding mirrors
I just added the relay and got a junk yard AC control unit with defrost button and it worked just fine Just so you know.
I wish there was a way to hybrid these together, just take the power fold and puddle light from the aftermarket and add it to the OEM’s.
There is in a way. I put boost auto tow mirrors onto my sierra. Originally went with the smoke lens for the front with white running lights and amber turn signal. Swapped that out for their clear lens(which is more of a frosted lens). They put out so much more usable light then the smoked lens.
Im trying to figure out which wires are which on the side marker.... wanted to wire in switchbacks
Pin # 1 on the mirror connector is the running lamp circuit. Pin # 13 is the turn signal.
Phil Gamboa if I have all the same features as the mirror, is it plug and play? I have the dl3 mirrors on my half ton denali. Thanks
Even though you have some of the features, it is not plug and play. The cargo light will not work since the existing harness will have one of the dimming circuits using the same slot as the cargo light. Also, the running lamp will be using the puddle lamp circuit and it won't work right either. The running lamp will behave like a puddle lamp and will only come on at night when you unlock the doors, instead of a true running light that is on all the time your headlights are on.
Phil Gamboa I rewired the blue to pin#1 (orange)... which pin is the dome light? That's where the orange would go correct?
There is no dome lamp on these mirrors. Orange Wire is Puddle Lamp, Yellow Wire is Cargo Lamp, Blue Wire is Running Lamp.
Question would the OEM GM tow mirror work for a 2009 Silverado 2500? Thx
Johnny Luk highly doubt it. Mounting points are different.
Phil Gamboa thank you for letting me know. Did GM make a power folding tow mirror for 2009 trucks?
Johnny Luk I do not have info for trucks older than 2014
How come you didn't compare both auto folding mirrors? GM has them as well..
Donn Worry - I was only to compare what I had on hand at the time of the video.
So is the oem mirror plug and play
With the correct custom harnesses..yes. No BCM flashing, reprogramming or anything like that. Email at gamboaphil@gmail.com for more info.
Is there a video on how to relocate the wires
Amontanea What do you mean to relocate the wires?
Phil Gamboa on 7:04 where he repins them
So you sell a harness to make everything work when I buy the toll Myers my 2017 Chevy Silverado does not have defrost blinkers
That's correct. email me at gamboaphil@gmail.com for more info and to order.
What bug deflector do you have on that truck?
AVS 322123 Aeroskin Acrylic Hood Protector
Phil Gamboa thank you ! Gorgeous truck. Awesome videos. Very helpful with my 2016 blackout edition
Steels Magnolia Thanks! I just retrofitted Articulating Running Boards from a Denali! Be on the lookout for that video. :)
Phil Gamboa got step ups 👍🏻😊 my beast is on my cover photo. Fun to accessorize
Enjoyed the video, OEM is the way to go, Its called after market for a reason, You get what you pay for, Where are these mirrors made? I have been buying truck parts for over 40 years and the OEM is more money but usually worth it..
These are made in Taiwan. They are the best aftermarket mirrors amongst other aftermarket mirrors. :) I prefer OEM myself.
Where did you get your tail lights sir?
eBay. There are off of a 2016+ Silverado LTZ Trim. They will plug right up if you have a 2016+, but since they are LEDs, you'll get hyperflash until you add 3 Ohm resistors on each side.
Phil Gamboa thank you sir
@@philgamboa2906 can I use those tail lights on a 2014 Silverado?
where can i get your plug and play harness?
Send me an email - phil.gamboa@icloud.com
Phil Gamboa do I need this harness, if my regular mirrors has all the same features already
Diesel Your harness actually doesn’t. It only has Turn Signals and Puddle lamps. It does not have the cargo lamps. Also, the running Lamp and the Puddle Lamp slot share the same slot but terminate in different positions at the door jamb. That’s why it has to be separated and made custom.
This requires a customization of your Factory harnesses or a completed custom harness by me.
Phil Gamboa where can I get this harness?
What is the grey and white separate wiring for?
Grey and white? Not sure. Can you be more specific?
Phil Gamboa I have a set very similar to ones on right with manual fold smoked lens.It has the white connector plug in middle of triangle,and a small quick connect plug next to that.It came with an extra set of grey and white wires with a quick connector on end of them.Not sure if it’s for the reverse/cargo led on mirrors or what.They are for a Tundra