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Gnfanatic · 06-07-2006, 05:02 PM

hey guys, I got a 1999 Camry and what bothers the hell out of is that it has no compass in it. I dont want to buy a cheap crap you mount on the windshield. I am wondering if I can get one from a junkyard that as it built in its rear view mirror. Does any toyota models come like that?? My mothers blazer has it and I love it.

thanks
Ralph

Rdizzle · 06-07-2006, 05:41 PM

Just pick up and aftermarket one for 150 bucks. Other ones will fit but you will have to figure out how to wire it.

Gnfanatic · 06-07-2006, 05:43 PM

thanks for the reply. I cant see it being that difficult to wire. 1 power and 1 grd. I can run the power wire to the interior light. $150 is alot of money for a hoopty

dna59 · 06-07-2006, 05:48 PM

I just installed a whole over head console in mine w/ it. lol

Gnfanatic · 06-07-2006, 05:53 PM

DNA, can give me more info??

thanks

thoughthard · 06-07-2006, 06:20 PM

Search on eBay for toyota compass, Gentex compass, and Donnelly compass.

Gentex supplies GM with electronic mirrors. Donnelly does/might have/did supply GM as well. Gentex is popular here in the US, while Donnelly is more popular in Europe.

There are a couple auto dimming with compass ones "for Toyota" on eBay right now for a good price. If you do get a used one, make sure to get the wiring harness with like at least 6-12 inches of wiring, if the harness is cut.