Best Towing Mirrors For 2018 Chevy 2500 With Factory Telescoping Mirrors

Updated 11/11/2026 | Published 11/08/2026

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CIPA Universal Towing Mirrors - Clamp On - Qty 2

(926)

$87.71

Longview Custom Towing Mirrors - Slip On - Driver and Passenger Side

(7089)

$77.53

Question:

I have a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD crew cab WT with tow package and manual extendable mirrors. I am interested in the LVT-1800 because I want the custom fit mirrors. My mirrors are great but the passenger side mirror doesn’t extend out far enough to clearly see down the side of my trailer and I would like a better view on both sides. The existing mirrors on my truck each have two separate mirrors. One large upper adjustable mirror and a smaller lower convex mirror. Will the custom LVT-1800 fit over my existing mirror frame and will my turn signal and rear facing light still be usable? The mirrors are 12” tall and 9.25” wide. If that model doesn’t fit can you recommend one that will? I would prefer the custom mirror but I haven’t seen any pictures of mirrors similar to mine. Pictures added! Thanks Carl Williams

asked by: Carl W

2018 Chevy 2500 Factory Telescoping Mirrors
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Expert Reply:

Hey Carl, thanks for reaching out. The Longview Custom Towing Mirrors # LVT-1800 are not an option here. They are designed around the standard factory mirrors and will not fit the telescoping mirrors in your picture. Unfortunately, there aren't any custom mirrors that will fit the telescoping mirrors on your Chevy. We can still get you some towing mirrors, but they will be universal clamp-on mirrors. Here is what I recommend:

- CIPA Universal Towing Mirrors - Clamp On - Qty 2 # CM11980-2

These clamp on to the top edge of the factory mirrors, and they give you an adjustable, telescoping 7-1/2" wide x 4-5/8" tall mirror surface. That will give you much more visibility to see the sides, or even behind your trailer.

What kind of trailer do you usually haul?

expert reply by: Jesse M

CIPA Universal Towing Mirrors - Clamp On - Qty 2
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Hank

11/10/2026

I have a set of these CIPA universal mirrors. My tow vehicle is a 2023 Nissan Titan. I have towed from Pennsylvania to Florida and back as well as all over the northeast and mid Atlantic region for three years with them. Never had an issue. If something happened to them I would definitely purchase another set.

Jesse M.

11/10/2026

@Hank Nice! Glad to hear the universal mirrors have been working out so well. Thanks for sharing!

Thomas

11/10/2026

@Hank The mirrors attach by means of clamp that fastens to the mounting around the mirrors. If there is sufficent space between the edge of the mirror and the mounting unit, they appear to be well designed and structurally sturdy. On my F550 there was sufficient room, but the thickness of the mounting frame was too large to allow the clamps to work. Just looking at your pictures, I expect they would work on your truck, but don't know for sure.

Wayne

11/10/2026

These will not work as the clamping parts may not fit your mirrors? I have a 2021 Nissan Titan PR and they fit great. But I did ad an additional clamp at the bottom had to fabricate and rod and extra clamp unit. Results are no vibration or working loose as some have claimed.

Roger H.

11/10/2026

Hey Carl, those mirrors work better than they look ?? I use the on my 2024 4 runner, just follow the instructions on installing them, finger tight as tight as you can get them, drive a couple of miles. Stop re tighten them and you’re good to go. Normal roads no worries. Super bumpy roads stop often and make sure they haven’t loosed up. I have only lost one in about 3-4 years. Drove a long time on super bumpy roads and didn’t stop. I recommend them for sure! Roger