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2014-2017: DL8, DL3, Towing Mirror Upgrade – Mirrors Explained

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I have a 2016 Silverado Z71 1500 LT truck that came with the standard DL8 mirror package and I wanted to

upgrade to the DL3 package. After wasting money at the local dealer I did some research online and found the Phil Gamboa site. I contacted him and after many questions I decided to go with the complete harness replacement which he offered. I found Phil to be quite helpful very knowledgeable and professional to deal with. I received my harness in a timely manner. I installed on my truck and am quite pleased with the outcome. I couldn't tell the difference between the upgraded and original harnesses and would definitely recommend this upgrade to anyone who's looking to do so.

Would not hesitate to use Phil's service and expertise again.

Good job!

John NL Canada

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All,   Due to the overwhelming interest in folks wanting to upgrade their mirrors, I wanted to start this thread, hopefully, with all the information pertaining to the process of upgrading y

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For those that are curious on the work involved with the harness modification, I've created and uploaded a Time Lapse Video of the process. The original post has been updated and the video link is at

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I just installed my new tow mirrors this morning. Bought from 1A Auto. Phil had the harnesses sent to me quickly withing two days of ordering. His video helped immensely with the install.This is something anybody with any type of handiness can do on their own. Everything works fantastically. Thanks Phil.

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hi phil my name is victor im looking to buy a set of your conversion harnesses i have a 2015 silverado lt 4x4 i tried switching the harnesses from the regualr ones to the tz ones some features work led work puddle light work up and down work.

 

what doset work is left to right and power fold on mirrors and passenger dosent work i tried to have it reflashed but i guess they cant because its not programmed into the truck.

 

 

want to buy a set of your harness thats ready to plug and play let me know what info you need best way to contact me is by phone 7027208967 looking to do this asap thanks for the help.

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hi phil my name is victor im looking to buy a set of your conversion harnesses i have a 2015 silverado lt 4x4 i tried switching the harnesses from the regualr ones to the tz ones some features work led work puddle light work up and down work.

 

what doset work is left to right and power fold on mirrors and passenger dosent work i tried to have it reflashed but i guess they cant because its not programmed into the truck.

 

 

want to buy a set of your harness thats ready to plug and play let me know what info you need best way to contact me is by phone 7027208967 looking to do this asap thanks for the help.

Victor, I will text you. Using the harnesses that came with the mirror will not work. I can get you a set of correct harnesses to make his Plug and Play. Do you have the power Fold switch already?

 

My harnesses are $225 shipped and can ship on Monday. It ships USPS Priority Mail 2-3 day shipping.

 

Let m know

 

Thanks,

 

Phil

 

 

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I would like to buy a harness. Can I do so from Canada?

Sure can. Shipping to Canada is just under $50 USD. Harness set is $225 USD. I have shipped to a handful of customers to Canada.

 

 

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Alright! How do we get this started?

Send me a PM and we can go from there. I'll need to know your truck specifics.

 

Thanks!

 

 

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Is there a preference between factory and aftermarket for a SLT? I know that the factory has the turn signal in the upper mirror vs the side of the housing with the aftermarket mirrors. Some aftermarket mirrors offer a puddle lamp which the factory mirrors to not. Besides those are there any other differences?

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Is there a preference between factory and aftermarket for a SLT? I know that the factory has the turn signal in the upper mirror vs the side of the housing with the aftermarket mirrors. Some aftermarket mirrors offer a puddle lamp which the factory mirrors to not. Besides those are there any other differences?

The Aftermarket set I show with the Puddle lamp also has smoke lens with Amber LEDs. They come in textured black but can get chrome caps. OEM power Folding g only comes in chrome.

 

 

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Hi phil I have a 2017 2500 HD ltz Duramax with the small power fold,heated,turn,puddle lamps and i would like to convert to power fold camper mirrors. I see am auto has an aftermarket set but they are only advertised for 2015-2016 will these work on my truck and what additional harnesses will I need.

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Hi phil I have a 2017 2500 HD ltz Duramax with the small power fold,heated,turn,puddle lamps and i would like to convert to power fold camper mirrors. I see am auto has an aftermarket set but they are only advertised for 2015-2016 will these work on my truck and what additional harnesses will I need.

Mirrors from 2014-2017 will work. If you get a Power Fold set, there will be additional customization needed on the mirror connector itself. You'll need a set of harnesses as well. But all very doable.

 

$225 for a harness set from me

$100 mirror customization (if power fold)

$50 shipping from me to you.

 

You source the mirrors have them dropped shipped to me.

 

Let me know if you have any other questions. If you go the OEM route, subtract $100 for connector customization and $50 for the shipping. You'll just need a set of my harnesses at that point.

 

 

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Could this work with 2007-2013 Sierra?

 

 

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I don't know. I only know compatibility for 2014-2017.

 

 

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