Wing Mirrors for XC70 when Towing

dennisconnaughton · Mar 16th, 2007, 17:47

I have just purchased a XC70 for towing a Swift Challenger 560. Has any member had experience of using towing mirrors with this vehicle.

CTCNetwork · Mar 16th, 2007, 18:28

Hi,

You should be Ok with those rubber strap-on jobbies as they hold onto most mirrors like glue!!
They can be a bugger to adjust initially though..

Practical Caravan did a review of mirrors a few months ago, have to see if I can find the issue..
You could always have a look on their web site as the article may be archived..

Des. . .

EDIT: Found the review...
Linky....

dennisconnaughton · Mar 19th, 2007, 17:14

Many thanks for your advice

Martyn Cubitt · Nov 18th, 2008, 12:44

I have just updated to a V70 D5 07 model from an elderly T5. On the new car the mirrors self fold when the doors are locked.

I am concerned that the rubber band mounting mirrors (excellent, no problems over a number of years with these) might have a snag with this folding arrangement.

I will post a question to see if anyone else has picked this up

Chaddie · Nov 18th, 2008, 19:35

You can turn the Self Folding mirrors (when locked) off so they don't fold in. There will be a button down by the gear stick (or there was on my 07 XC70).

They have removed the button on newer cars but they can still be turned off (it now a setting within the radio menu, not easy to find, but I found it to turn it on).

bryan123 · Nov 18th, 2008, 20:58

I have a V70 D5 Sport (55Reg) and regularly tow a caravan.

Initially I had 'Milenco' extension mirrors with screw fixings and rubber straps which while good took a little while to position and adjust. They also had a tendancy to mark the paintwork on the body of the mirrors.

Around 18months ago 'Milenco' improved the clamp fixings to the extent that the rubber straps are no longer required, these mirrors are exellent, very quick to install and if removed carefully can be refitted without further adjustment. See link http://www.milenco.com/mirror-aero.html. These are widely regarded as some of the best mirrors available and are almost vibration free.

On my 06 model V70 I have found it still possible to operate the electric folding mirrors with the extension mirrors fitted and without these contacting and damaging the bodywork; this can be quite useful on say a ferry, etc. However it is essential the mirror mounting bar is above the door mirror, as on the link photograph, and not below which is an alternative method of securing them.

I hope thats useful info.

Regards

BryanP

Mar 16th, 2007, 17:47	#1
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CTCNetwork Forum Support Team Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Liège, Belgium View Photos By: CTCNetwork	Hi, You should be Ok with those rubber strap-on jobbies as they hold onto most mirrors like glue!! They can be a bugger to adjust initially though.. Practical Caravan did a review of mirrors a few months ago, have to see if I can find the issue.. You could always have a look on their web site as the article may be archived.. Des. . . EDIT: Found the review... Linky.... __________________ Density:- Not just a measurement ~ It's a whole way of Life.! ! ! I drive a Volvo, Please Don't Get In My Way! OldVolvos4Ever He shows up. People die. He vanishes. People should not be afraid of their governments. "He'll deliver more justice in a weekend than 10 years of your Governments should be afraid of their people... "V" courts & tribunals. Just stay out of his way." "I plan to." Last edited by CTCNetwork; Mar 16th, 2007 at 18:34. Reason: Added Link.

Mar 19th, 2007, 17:14	#3
dennisconnaughton New Member Last Online: Jun 9th, 2012 10:08 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Altrincham	Wing Mirrors for XC70 Many thanks for your advice

Nov 18th, 2008, 12:44	#4
Martyn Cubitt MartynD5 Last Online: Nov 21st, 2008 10:32 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Wimborne	Wing Mirrors for towing I have just updated to a V70 D5 07 model from an elderly T5. On the new car the mirrors self fold when the doors are locked. I am concerned that the rubber band mounting mirrors (excellent, no problems over a number of years with these) might have a snag with this folding arrangement. I will post a question to see if anyone else has picked this up

Nov 18th, 2008, 19:35	#5
Chaddie Ex Serial Volvo Buyer Last Online: Nov 22nd, 2023 04:17 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Cheshire View Photos By: Chaddie	You can turn the Self Folding mirrors (when locked) off so they don't fold in. There will be a button down by the gear stick (or there was on my 07 XC70). They have removed the button on newer cars but they can still be turned off (it now a setting within the radio menu, not easy to find, but I found it to turn it on). __________________ XC70 SE Lux D5 (215bhp) Geartronic (2012MY) Drivers Pack, Security Pack, Winter Pack, Family Pack, Dark Tint Glass, Active 4C, Front & Rear Cameras, DAB Radio, Spoiler & Side Scuff Plates. Last edited by Chaddie; Nov 18th, 2008 at 19:38.

Nov 18th, 2008, 20:58	#6
bryan123 New Member Last Online: Feb 27th, 2012 22:42 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Sutton Coldfield	I have a V70 D5 Sport (55Reg) and regularly tow a caravan. Initially I had 'Milenco' extension mirrors with screw fixings and rubber straps which while good took a little while to position and adjust. They also had a tendancy to mark the paintwork on the body of the mirrors. Around 18months ago 'Milenco' improved the clamp fixings to the extent that the rubber straps are no longer required, these mirrors are exellent, very quick to install and if removed carefully can be refitted without further adjustment. See link http://www.milenco.com/mirror-aero.html. These are widely regarded as some of the best mirrors available and are almost vibration free. On my 06 model V70 I have found it still possible to operate the electric folding mirrors with the extension mirrors fitted and without these contacting and damaging the bodywork; this can be quite useful on say a ferry, etc. However it is essential the mirror mounting bar is above the door mirror, as on the link photograph, and not below which is an alternative method of securing them. I hope thats useful info. Regards BryanP

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