Mirrorguard vs Milenco Mirror Protectors

[@gillgiles8265]

We have the Mirrorguards on our motorhome, about 2 years old now. A bit of trouble getting them on, but the washing up liquid round the seal definitely helped. We've not had the mirrors hit anything substantial, but they have been knocked back in narrow roads by hedges and no damage to the Mirrorguards or the mirrors. So far, no issue with them discolouring. Really pleased with them even though they are more expensive.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Good to hear that they've not discoloured.

[@philiplowery4822]

Hi Bob, we decided to fit mirror gaurd protectors last year and understood they were difficult to fit, so on a sunny day we put them in the conservatory for a couple of hours to warm up and left the van in the shade, with a smear of fairy liquid they slipped on easily and when they cooled they were a perfect fit so far so good

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Good tip, thanks.

[@PATLIGHT1000]

Hi Bob. Mirror guards are so much better than the Milenco ones, yes they are harder to fit and more expensive but far far better quality and will last for ages.

[@rclancey]

Hi Bob. Purchased our mirror guard protectors in Jan 2020. I remember struggling to put them on and resorted to using some clamps to get them into position. They have lasted extremely well and despite taking a few knocks have protected the mirrors from damage. The nearside mirror protector has taken knocks from unexpected protruding branches at 30mph and steel posts on narrow country lanes at slow speed without a problem. These may be a little more expensive and a job to fit but in my opinion are well worth it. No noticeable discolouration.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Sounds like I need some clamps.

[@kennethbateman2713]

Hi Bob, had the mirror guards for a couple of years now. As others have said they are a bugger to fit but are much tougher than the Milenco types and they always come up sparkling. Another very useful video as always. All the best Lyndon and Val.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks

[@l33jcm]

We have Mirrorguards on ours. They were hard to fit (although not as much as yours) too. Since fitting them 3 years ago, with the MH from new, we've not had any incidents or issues with them. Appearance-wise, they look fine.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks.

[@tiddyirvine9830]

We have had ours since 2018, they still look good. Brian did put some clear mastic inside as he didn't trust the tape. Quite expensive but still going strong. We have had no bashes yet only the odd hedge or tree branch.😊

[@keithmorrison2383]

Hi Bob, we inherited our mirror guard protectors on our 5 year old van, still looking good and protect the mirrors well, the sticky pads gave up and replaced those with self adhesive Velcro pads from Amazon

[@Lorrowen1]

I would have spray painted the old ones!😵‍💫

[@gordonmackie]

Mine have been in for 3 years…a struggle putting them on but absolutely solid. I fitted them after an oncoming motorhome drifted over the white line in Glencoe and I had a rock face on the left. I will win any mirror battle with my mirrorguard

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Good to hear

[@bevwingate1232]

Thx for video. We're newbies with 1 week under our belt & had drivers mirror demolished on first trip out. Have been investigating various options so this has been very usef thanks

[@suzyporter16]

Hi Bob, we fitted Mirror guard covers to our Autotrail Comanche. They were still good as new after 7 years. Tony & Sue Porter 👍

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

That's great.

[@perrinstow5302]

Hi Bob, my ducato mirror guards, with reflectors have been on my motorhome over 3 years now, and look as new, as i regularly clean and polish them, all the best, Perrin & Marilyn, 😊

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks for sharing

[@bridgeteley1410]

Bought the same mirrorguard protectors at the NEC show Nov 22 - my hubby did same as you with fairy liquid but it was a hell of a fight getting them on - he still isn’t convinced that the sticky pads are stuck onto the mirrors properly but so far so good - they’ve stayed on and look as good as new

[@rabfraser1234]

Hi Bob I have used these since bought the van 3 years now I have removed them once and were not as difficult as yours I replaced the sticky tape with velcro tabs,,,they were well tested in Cornwall last year and no breakages they still look like new

[@waynesmith577]

Hi Bob, I fitted Mirror Guard on our mirrors a couple of years ago. Same as you with fairey liquid. When they get dirty I use the original T-cut and they come up like new.

[@gallivantinggalantes]

Hi Bob, they were hard work getting them on. But they look very shiny once finally in place. I bet you needed a sit down after that ha ha , we've got the Milenco ones in black had them a year now and still shiny up to now. We will let you know when they start going dingy x Julie and Tony x

[@adrianmann7835]

Hi Bob fitted my mirror guards 4 years ago, had a few tree smacks and bug splats but still looking good.

[@geoffreyclayton8211]

Hi Bob, I have fitted three sets of Mirrorguard protectors to different Motorhomes over the last few years and they are far superior than anything else on the market and will outlast your ownership of the motorhome. I have had no problem fitting these Mirrorguards, the problem is your Fairy Liquid its actually too good and thick. You should have added a little water to make a soap solution to reduce the viscosity. Use of a own brand because it is thinner is usually ok. Keep up the good work, Peter Clayton

[@stephenc6761]

Bob had mine for about three years now, also had the same issue trying to fit them especially on one side I thought the foam insert might be too thick in some areas. I can pull mine off but they seem to stay in place, my near side took a big whack and has now got a big crack in it but it did it’s job in that there is no damage to the actual mirror or original case.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Not completely invulnerable, but if they saved the mirror, that's a bonus.

[@antonybeaumont2697]

Hiya again Bob. We bought our used Autotrail tribute T-669 about 4 years ago and mirror guard covers were already fitted and they still look like brand new!

[@danielgillies1756]

You could try the rubber mallet trick, just make sure the mirror unit is properly supported and use fairy Liquid. Great videos, love watching them ❤😊

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

I suppose that's one way!

[@christinecorner8973]

Hi Bob and Jenny, I have just fitted Mirrorguards to my new WildAx Pulsar. I chose Silver which is an excellent match for the Fiat Artense Grey colour. I found them a bit difficult to fit too but I used plenty of Fairy Liquid so I expect I will be a mass of bubbles the next time it rains! Sadly there were no instructions on how to fit them and I searched for videos online and they are few and far between so it’s good to see you’ve done a video. Fingers crossed they’ll do the job!😁xx

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Yes, I struggled to find any videos!

[@kentish_karl8598]

Had mine on for 2 1/2 years now no issues with them ,taken a few heavy hits with no damage to the mirrors. They a definitely a pig to fit, I used some ratchet straps as well as some clamps to help pull they up tight. A second pair of hands also helps.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks for the tips

[@colinwells4572]

Hi. Bob. I've had milenco white ones on my van for about 3 years. They have both been whacked a few times, I just take em off ,wash, dry and spray with exterior acrylic paint spray. Come up like new. I think the ones you were fitting seemed a bit of a faff but my opinion only. All the very best. COLIN WELLS

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

It was a faff fitting them!

[@Andy-Against-The-World]

How hard were they hit. As some deviant with a transit recently smashed my mirror with no guard to bits.

[@jamesfawkes8848]

i used DIY Clamps they worked a treat - still use a bit of fairy liquid but don't forget to put a rag at each side to protect the protectors.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Hopefully soon I will get to some new ones for our new van and see how I get on the second time.

[@adrianwindo]

The mirrorguard protectors are way stronger and superior. Excellent product.

[@vintagevantics]

Reminded me of Mick McManus doing a headlock on ITV wrestling. Great fun.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Wish I had his strength. Blimey I remember that. Giant Haystacks!

[@kimdeabill8540]

No comparison. Our Milenco ones (2017) met a lorry on the A82 and shattered. We bought Mirrorguard replacements, what a superior quality product. Not sure what the current Mikenco protectors are like, but we've met a few idiots trying to drive on the wrong side of the road, Killin was one area and the Mirrorguards have been brilliant. Fingers xd.

[@stephengrayson9512]

Hi Bob, brought Mirror Guard Protectors about 6 weeks ago at a motorhome show, didn’t have as much trouble as you, I think the art is to push them on square, then the last bit gentle persuasion 😊

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Yes, I think I realised that on the second one.

[@davidlindley485]

Hi Bob. After loosing my offside mirror in a 50mph impact with a motorhome I tried to get the mirror guard ones and they were not available at the time. I reluctantly bought the Milenco ones but I have been very pleased with them. They are two years old and still like brand new. Just give them a wash along with the rest of the van every now and then with soapy water using Autoglyn car shampoo. Do you think the Dry Sparkle may be a little too harsh for the plastic?

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

No, they were like that before DrySparkle. Might be sitting in the sun too long.

[@kroozer5215]

I fit some of the mirror guards to our van, your over thinkinking it Bob, Do what you did in the first place with some fairy liquid and push them on into place as best as you can and then leave them, the fairy will dry and they do stick very well, mine never came off in 5 years - well not until i hit a metal pole in a tunnel while driving in Norways tunnels, mirror itself was untouched but the guard only came off with minor damage, it did hit a metal pole at full force at about about 50mph

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks

[@carolynandcocohaywood2638]

I bought black Mirror Guard ones as they are better made ( thicker and well padded ) and easier to clean, they also stay looking good for far longer . Milenco are ok but why buy those when you can get a much better product for only a few pounds more. I’d buy Mirror Guard over them any day. Yes Bob they are hard to put on but after the fight it’s worth it. Mine aren’t flush either but they are on.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Thanks Caroline. They look good too!

[@GedandMichele]

I would have just refurbished the Milencos with Plasticote but I fitted my Mirror guards with the aid of a couple of woodworking clamps as they were a tight fit

[@markhudson9322]

Hi I have got them no problems over the last two and a half years m

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Good to hear

[@teresaemmerson9599]

Hi Bob just wondering how the Mirror Guard protectors are faring and if you feel they were worth the money? As we are buying our first Motorhome and looking to buy some. Many thanks

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

They do seem to be well made, I've tangled with some hedges, but not put them to the ultimate test with white van man.

[@antonybeaumont2697]

Hiya Bob i've got same covers that's how they look im afraid

[@markstephens6525]

Mirror guard better quality but they discolour as well even with trying all the different cleaning methods still turn off white😞

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

OK, not found that yet.

[@LeisureBit]

Looks like a well made product, I just went for the cheap ones which no doubt at some point will bite me (on the grounds that in the past had just had the odd scrape rather than speed impact, fortunately and hopefully not jinxing it no issues with the current van 🤞) The magic of fairy liquid eh 😊 Looks all shiny and new 🙌 All the best, David 👍

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

And my hands are so soft... 😂

[@kimdeabill8540]

Our Milenco ones cost us £400 in the long run, replacing the wing mirror. Tissue paper.

[@billtait2874]

Hi Bob. I wouldn't throw the old ones away, you could experiment painting the old ones in a different colour, may be a bright Orange or yellow colour, like some of the buses have on them now. Cheers Bill

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Nice idea but I did buy them for increased crash protection!

[@billtait2874]

Hi Bob. But It would help other road users to see the width of your van.? Only a thought.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

I think they stand out nicely in white.

[@twogotowing]

O dear looks like you had a bit of a struggle getting them on.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Yes, it was a struggle.

[@btg6222]

Now you have had them on a while which ones do you prefer and do you think the mile no will still save a mirror cheers

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

I prefer the look of the Mirrorguard. I haven't had anything hit them very hard yet, so can't say how effective they are. I will say they still get scuffed the same on branches.

[@deenunya7735]

No Destructions with them or YT info That tape might not Stick that good if you've cleaned with Silicone, New one came off easier that trying to put on

[@sammonks1258]

Bob if you don't want to keep the old Milencos, we'll buy them off you (we'll be at Hermanfest)

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

In the re-cycling now...

[@steveharding9365]

Hi Bob we have Mirror guard which is a good product. However , we damaged one ( saving our van mirror )BUT Mirrorguard would only supply a replacement at an exhorbitant cost , I can’t remember the exact sum I think around £90 for one, recommending we repaired it with plumbers pipe cement which didn’t work. Very poor , unhelpful service

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

OK, that's not good, at least it saved your mirror.

[@alberttrouble272]

I'll just buy a new set of Melenco ones once they go grubby.

[@GH02-o_o]

Mirrorguard sent the wrong type of guards and asked me to return with £10 in the box for return postage, and that's the last I heard from them...credit card dispute

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Doesn't sound helpful. I bought mine at the Harrogate show

[@GH02-o_o]

they are well known for poor customer service and very long delivery times. It's just an old bloke working from his house in Somerset. Buying directly from a show is a safer bet, but I'd advise against ordering anything from them online