Homelink Rear view Mirror

vipor · 03-16-2010, 01:33 PM

I know we're getting confusing here but maybe we can do it like this.

Price on mirror w/ compass

Price on mirror w/ hidden compass

Price for changing the color

stormcrow · 03-16-2010, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vipor

I know we're getting confusing here but maybe we can do it like this.

Price on mirror w/ compass

Price on mirror w/ hidden compass

Price for changing the color

That is what I will do. I will post up the pricing as soon as I have it.

coaster · 03-16-2010, 02:08 PM

Thanks a lot :-)

209Z · 03-16-2010, 03:13 PM

hidden compass? Whats that? Sounds interesting..sorry on the phone cant see pictures for some odd reason..

Zigen5 · 03-16-2010, 03:27 PM

The new style mirrors has a button where you can turn off or on the compass. Some of the mirror when you turn off the compass the the little window will disappear (making it look like one solid mirror), while some have the permanent window there, but the compass will disappear.

It really should be....

Mirror with compass
Mirror with compass & temp
Mirror with custom color

Also find out if the wire harness & cover is included...

flashburn · 03-16-2010, 03:33 PM

If the price on the "hidden compass" is negligible I think most people would probably want that anyway. Might be a good idea to see what the group buy price would be on that. I'd definitely be interested if the cost is less than $10.

vipor · 03-16-2010, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 209Z

hidden compass? Whats that? Sounds interesting..sorry on the phone cant see pictures for some odd reason..

It's like a 2-way mirror where the compass indicator shines through the mirror, instead of a blacked out lens area.

vipor · 03-16-2010, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zigen5

The new style mirrors has a button where you can turn off or on the compass. Some of the mirror when you turn off the compass the the little window will disappear (making it look like one solid mirror), while some have the permanent window there, but the compass will disappear.

It really should be....

Mirror with compass
Mirror with compass & temp
Mirror with custom color

Also find out if the wire harness & cover is included...

Your car has a temperature indicator. Even if for some reason you wanted 2 of them you would have to get a 7 or 10 pin harness instead of the standard 3 pin and run a temp sensor into your engine bay. Not worth it..

JNguyen · 03-16-2010, 07:45 PM

Is there a way to send mine in and just get the LED in my compass color changed so I don't have to buy a new rearview since I already have a homelink rearview.

stormcrow · 03-16-2010, 07:58 PM

Ok, guys, as promised here is the pricing breakdown:

1 - Gentex 453 (GENK45A) with compass - $225.00 shipped

2 - Gentex 453 (GENK45A) with compass and color change (any color) - $235.00 shipped

3 - Gentex 453 (GENK40A) without compass - $150.00 shipped (this is the one I have in my Nismo)

4 - Gentex 453 (GENK45A) with hidden compass and color change* - $235.00 shipped

* This asterisk denotes the fact that this mirror is the new OEM Subaru mirror made by Gentex and has actual RED LEDs with hidden compass style already built in. Greg (the gentleman I am dealing with) states this is, by far, the best route to take if you want a coloured LED or hidden compass style as his color changes are tints and the red tint absorbs some of the actual blue light of the compass. This will lead to dimmer than normal viewing of the compass in high light situations. Red is the only color that causes this issue. All other colors, including Amber, are perfectly fine when utilizing the tints.

All mirrors come with a wiring harness and plastic cover. Option 1 - 3 will come with the OEM Gentex wiring harness. Option 4 will come with a custom harness as the connector is different.

When making payment, please utilize PayPal as this is the seller's preferred method. Also, please mark the transaction type as "Goods" and be certain to include your shipping address. The seller will sell only to those with CONFIRMED addresses. The PayPal account is 'sales at wembleysells.com'.

If you have any questions, feel free to post them up.

flashburn · 03-16-2010, 08:03 PM

Ouch, that is quite a bit higher than I expected the price to be. I'm going to have to rethink this.

stormcrow · 03-16-2010, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JNguyen

Is there a way to send mine in and just get the LED in my compass color changed so I don't have to buy a new rearview since I already have a homelink rearview.

I am sure he would be available to modify your existing mirror. I can certainly ask and pass on any pricing.

Quote:

Originally Posted by flashburn

Ouch, that is quite a bit higher than I expected the price to be. I'm going to have to rethink this.

This is why I went with the non-compass model. In comparison to all other web pricing, this is by far much better, but still not a cheap mod. It was absolutely not worth 100$ for a compass that I never use, anyway. But, I can tell you this - the mirror that I purchased, the 453, is the same one that was in my GT-R and I absolutely love it. Would not have any other type. Very nice upgrade to the 313 of old.

209Z · 03-16-2010, 09:24 PM

now connecting with a hidden compass is it harder to deal with?

stormcrow · 03-16-2010, 09:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 209Z

now connecting with a hidden compass is it harder to deal with?

I'm not sure what you are asking, but I believe you are asking if it is a harder install? If so, the answer is no. It is the standard three-wire connection. But, the connector that clips into the actual mirror is different than the standard Gentex connector, so a custom harness has to be made. This is insignificant to the buyer as they will install in the same manner.

vipor · 03-17-2010, 08:27 AM

I think the version without the compass is actually a GENK40A.

Pricing just seems to be par with eBay/Amazon/etc. Kind of ruins the concept of the Group Buy.

03-16-2010, 01:33 PM	#31 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 41 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 48	I know we're getting confusing here but maybe we can do it like this. Price on mirror w/ compass Price on mirror w/ hidden compass Price for changing the color __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

03-16-2010, 02:08 PM	#33 (permalink)
coaster Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Jose Posts: 249 Drives: 09 370z PW 6MT Rep Power: 16	Thanks a lot :-) __________________ Cars owned: DC2/AP1/NA2/FG2/Z33/Z34/R35

03-16-2010, 03:13 PM	#34 (permalink)
209Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Stockton, Cali (209) Posts: 1,058 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 278	hidden compass? Whats that? Sounds interesting..sorry on the phone cant see pictures for some odd reason.. __________________ Team Blur My Build Thread Fast Intentions\|KWS\|BERK\|Carbon Fiber Element\| SEIBON\|Memphis Car Audio\| Status Autoworks\|Lusso Forged\|Autohaus\|PWJDM\|SPC

03-16-2010, 07:45 PM	#39 (permalink)
JNguyen Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 302 Drives: 2010 UFO TypeS Rep Power: 15	Is there a way to send mine in and just get the LED in my compass color changed so I don't have to buy a new rearview since I already have a homelink rearview. __________________ TEAM OUTCAST

03-16-2010, 07:58 PM	#40 (permalink)
stormcrow Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Alpharetta, GA Posts: 267 Drives: 2010 370Z Nismo TT Rep Power: 15	Pricing Ok, guys, as promised here is the pricing breakdown: 1 - Gentex 453 (GENK45A) with compass - $225.00 shipped 2 - Gentex 453 (GENK45A) with compass and color change (any color) - $235.00 shipped 3 - Gentex 453 (GENK40A) without compass - $150.00 shipped (this is the one I have in my Nismo) 4 - Gentex 453 (GENK45A) with hidden compass and color change* - $235.00 shipped * This asterisk denotes the fact that this mirror is the new OEM Subaru mirror made by Gentex and has actual RED LEDs with hidden compass style already built in. Greg (the gentleman I am dealing with) states this is, by far, the best route to take if you want a coloured LED or hidden compass style as his color changes are tints and the red tint absorbs some of the actual blue light of the compass. This will lead to dimmer than normal viewing of the compass in high light situations. Red is the only color that causes this issue. All other colors, including Amber, are perfectly fine when utilizing the tints. All mirrors come with a wiring harness and plastic cover. Option 1 - 3 will come with the OEM Gentex wiring harness. Option 4 will come with a custom harness as the connector is different. When making payment, please utilize PayPal as this is the seller's preferred method. Also, please mark the transaction type as "Goods" and be certain to include your shipping address. The seller will sell only to those with CONFIRMED addresses. The PayPal account is 'sales at wembleysells.com'. If you have any questions, feel free to post them up. Last edited by stormcrow; 03-17-2010 at 10:06 AM.

03-16-2010, 03:27 PM	#35 (permalink)
Zigen5 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL Posts: 260 Drives: '10 BC 370z Roadster Rep Power: 15	The new style mirrors has a button where you can turn off or on the compass. Some of the mirror when you turn off the compass the the little window will disappear (making it look like one solid mirror), while some have the permanent window there, but the compass will disappear. It really should be.... Mirror with compass Mirror with compass & temp Mirror with custom color Also find out if the wire harness & cover is included...

03-16-2010, 03:33 PM	#36 (permalink)
flashburn A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 1,884 Drives: '12 Corvette GS 6M Rep Power: 18	If the price on the "hidden compass" is negligible I think most people would probably want that anyway. Might be a good idea to see what the group buy price would be on that. I'd definitely be interested if the cost is less than $10.

03-16-2010, 08:03 PM	#41 (permalink)
flashburn A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 1,884 Drives: '12 Corvette GS 6M Rep Power: 18	Ouch, that is quite a bit higher than I expected the price to be. I'm going to have to rethink this.

03-16-2010, 09:24 PM	#43 (permalink)
209Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Stockton, Cali (209) Posts: 1,058 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 278	now connecting with a hidden compass is it harder to deal with? __________________ Team Blur My Build Thread Fast Intentions\|KWS\|BERK\|Carbon Fiber Element\| SEIBON\|Memphis Car Audio\| Status Autoworks\|Lusso Forged\|Autohaus\|PWJDM\|SPC

03-17-2010, 08:27 AM	#45 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 41 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 48	I think the version without the compass is actually a GENK40A. Pricing just seems to be par with eBay/Amazon/etc. Kind of ruins the concept of the Group Buy. __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

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