Gentex K21 Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror w/Compass and Temp

Excellent Product

Posted on 11/04/2009 by Michael G R. - 2002 Chevy Silverado (Chesapeake,VA)

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"I love my new mirror. My truck didn't come with this option, but I wanted it. I found it here at Auto Anything for a fair price, installation was about an hour, and it looks great."

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Delivered as promised

Posted on 10/19/2009 by Lowell S. - 2004 Toyota Highlander (Lebanon,OR)

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"The new mirror worked great and I was able to use existing wiring for the power lead, and only had to run the temperature probe wire. Our new car did not have the outside temperature option like our old car. My wife and I did not think we would miss it, but it turned out the temperature feature was our most missed feature. The temperature reading is very accurate and my wife is now a a happy woman."

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great feature

Posted on 09/09/2009 by Ruth M. - 2008 Ford F-250 (Palatine,IL)

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"It's a great feature to have in your vehicle. The unit should come with the optional wire cover. It really should be part of the unit. I would appreciate one at no cost."

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Awesome mirror

Posted on 07/31/2009 by Donald L. (Denver,CO)

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"I purchased this mirror for my 2006 Tocoma and I am really happy with it. The installation was easy and the mirror works perfectly. I would recommend this mirror to anyone."

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Greaat product

Posted on 05/07/2009 by Scott M. - 1991 Ford Explorer (Boring,OR)

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"very easy to install, I put one in my Escape first, and had to have one in the Explorer also."

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Genex K21

Posted on 04/22/2009 by Steve D. - 2008 Ford F-250 (Missoula,MT)

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"Very easy install. This is a high quality product and looks OEM. The price is a little high, but once installed it perfoms making it a good overall value."

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2008 Ford 250 4x4 and 2003 Ford 4x4

Posted on 03/11/2009 by Jeffery S. - 2008 Ford F-250 (Payette,ID)

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"This is an excellent product.It was a complete package and a buddy of mine came over and we both put them in our trucks.The job took about a hour and fifteen minutes each and you cannot tell them from factory.I had estimates from dealers as high as $560.00 with a little time you can do it yourself.The service ordering was great and the instructions were clear and to the point.Great Product!!!!"

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Lot of Bang for the Buck

Posted on 03/07/2009 by Russell R. - 2009 Toyota Tacoma (Grand Haven,MI)

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"My Tacoma did not have a compass or temp guage so by adding this I got both plus an auto dimming mirror. The install in my vehicle took about 5 hrs but mostly because I one of the quick connects off the temp cable pulling it thru the firewall, so be careful. I actually found accessory power in the overhead counsel and tapped into that, it was easy to find with a meter and only had to run the temp cable all the way up. I works and looks great and is so nice to have outside temp now!"

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Repaced My 2009 Mustang GT Prem. Mirror

Posted on 03/05/2009 by Richard Z. - 2009 Ford Mustang (Escondido,CA)

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"My 2009 Mustang did not have the outside temperature feature. I replaced it with the Gentex K21 and it works great. It took about an hour to install with no problems."

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Gentex K21 Mirror

Posted on 02/20/2009 by Jimmy C. - 2000 Nissan Frontier (Greenville,TX)

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"Installation was very easy on the 2000 Nissan Frontier Pickup. No problems at all and it works great. Took about 1 1/2 hours. Installation was a little harder on the 2005 VW Golf because of the covers under the dash and under the hood. It is pretty hard to get the wires where they should go. Took about 3 hours and once in it works great. Could not get the glue off for the old mirror but just left it and it doesn't bother anything and you don't notice it."

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Perfect Functionality

Posted on 02/06/2009 by Dennis B. (Southlake,TX)

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"The mirror works great. I thought it would bother me having the temp/compass in the mirror, but you get use to it. The auto dimming feature works in an instant and beats having to change the mirror manually. The installation took a while to complete (about 2 hours). The biggest challenge is routing the wires. Be sure to get someone to help. Once calibrated the compass is dead on. (Don't forget to set the zone.) The instructions were well done, but this installation shouldn't be your first. If you've installed a stereo or anything similar you can handle this."

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very nice mirror

Posted on 01/23/2009 by Dawnya J. - 2004 Chevy Trailblazer (Bend,OR)

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"I took the mirror to a local shop to have it installed. It was done in about an hour and looks great. I love the auto dimming, it is very nice when bright lights are behind you. I love having a temp in the car. That way I know how cold it is and if the roads are possibly slick."

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Works great

Posted on 01/20/2009 by Stuart B. - 2006 Nissan X-Terra (Longmont,CO)

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"The +12 and ground contacts were reversed in the connector when I got the unit. After I fixed those, everything worked great. Display is easy to read, autodimming works well, although it would be nice to have a way to set the sensitivity - I'd like to make it a little more aggressive."

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A Perfect Fit

Posted on 01/06/2009 by Andrew K. (Lincoln,NE)

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"My wife's 2007 Mercury Mariner came equipped with a factory auto-dimming mirror and compass, but no external temperature. Checking with the dealership they told me the only way to add it was to install a new rear-view mirror with that capability. Sounded easy enough until they told me it was going to cost about $500 installed ($400/mirror and $100/labor). I decided to check around myself. If found the Gentex K21 for half the price, and after looking at several reviews and the installation manual, decided I could pull it off my self. I have very little experience with automotive electrical systems so I was still a little nervous. I wasn't worried about running the temp. sensor, but the other wires had me a litte nervous. Luckily the factory harness that plugs into the back of the mirror was identical to the one Gentex so all I had to do was run the temp. sensor and plug it in. The mirrors looked very similar, so unless the wiring harness is some sort of industy standard, I'm guessing they were both made by Gentex. I got off lucky, but I'm guessing that anybody with any know-how should be able to install this with no problem. Lesson learned: Do your homework and don't be afraid to take a chance. It saved me over $300."

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Works as advertised

Posted on 01/02/2009 by Al A. (Dallas,TX)

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"The mirror works great."

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cool product

Posted on 12/26/2008 by Barney W B. - 2000 Dodge Ram (Bethel,CT)

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"the miror was as described and your shipping was very fast the box was well packed you instructions are very complete.i am a 45 year experrianced mechanic and the only thing i do not like is the schotch lock to pick up power i will solder a end on it and add it ti the fuze block but that is the way i work and your way is absolutly fine too and easier but will i buy from you again absolutly yes! barney"

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'06 Focus

Posted on 12/19/2008 by Richard G. - 2006 Ford Focus (Melbourne Beach ,FL )

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"I really liked it a lot and its a bigger rear view mirror then the factory rear view mirror. I would recommended it to my friends about the K21 Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror w/ Compass and Temperature. I will always use it everyday when i'm on the road and also its good for long driving trips with the K21 Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror w/ Compass and Temp."

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This mirror is so perfect

Posted on 12/08/2008 by Antonio M. - 2001 Dodge Durango (Sunnyside,WA)

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"I have a 2002 Dogde Durango It was a good deal purchasing this mirror it is so useful. Special in the place we live the temperature gets so low. I really recommend this mirror."

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Nissan VERSA upgrade

Posted on 11/15/2008 by Dennis S. - 2008 Nissan Versa (Nashville,NC)

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"Thursday I installed Gentex K21 mirror in my 2008 VERSA.I had self dimming mirrors in other vehicles and wanted same in this car. Mirror looks good and works well.The hardest part of installation was removing enough parts from under hood to get to firewall.Installation looks factory.I will remove from vehicle when I sell or trade. Thanks for a super product and good service. Sincerely, Dennis "

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Excellent value

Posted on 11/03/2008 by Ken K. - 2008 Honda Ridgeline (Dickinson,ND)

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"The Gentex 21 Rear-view mirron works really well and looks great. The mirror cost $200.00 dollars and it cost me another #100.00 for professional installation. Don't allow a do-it-yourselfer to install this mirror! I think the results where well worth the price. It works just as well as factory installed equipment. This mirror went into an '08 Honda Ridgeline."

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Installation into a 2008 Mustang

Posted on 10/30/2008 by John G. (Blairsville,GA)

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"The installation of this mirror was very simple, with the exception of where to obtain the power source. Since most cars are very different, the instructions did not provide the necessary information to locate the 12 volt key activated connection. Once this was located, the information was a snap! The product is excellent"

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A Great Product

Posted on 10/29/2008 by Tim R. (Little Rock,AR)

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"I recently purchased a Toyota Tacoma. One feature on my previous vehicle I liked that was not on the Tacoma was an outside temp indicator. The Gentex K21 was a great solution for the Tacoma. It was relatively easy to install. The instructions were not very clear as to the replacement of the temp probe. A call to customer support connected me with a pleasant and helpful tech who quickly answered my questions. Since I was most interested in the temp function. The auto dimming was not the primary capability for me in purchasing this unit. I have found the auto dimming function to be a real plus. I always like having a compass and this option works well. The temp reading has proven to be accurate. I am very pleased with every aspect of the mirror. This is a great product."

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R. Mace, K21 Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror, 2008 Toyota Tacoma

Posted on 10/14/2008 by Raymond M. - 2008 Toyota Tacoma (Winston Salem,NC)

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"Great product, installation went smooth, looks and operates just like a factory job."

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Exactly

Posted on 10/03/2008 by Craig B. - 2008 Nissan XTerra (Cincinnati,OH)

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"The product is exactly what I expected when I purchased it. My only criticism is I wish the compass/temp gauge readout was a bit larger. The install was easy but a that owes to the car and that I looked up a "how-to" article on a car forum. The instructions that come with the mirror are only so-so."

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It is great!

Posted on 09/26/2008 by Jim R. - 2005 Ford Escape (Tulsa,OK)

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"I am quite happy."

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