Steiny Posted 21December, 2015 Report Share Posted 21December, 2015 Looking for any advice.My 997.1 interior auto dimming rear view mirror has developed an issue.It has an oblong shaped distortion inside the lens probably something to do with chemicals inside the lens. The car was idle for 2 weeks parked in the garage and fine when I last drove it so not a heat issue.The OS forums would indicate this is not an uncommon problem and probably needs the mirror replaced.I called PCBrisbane and the spare parts dude claimed to never have replaced a mirror in Australia and not seen the problem.The real problem is that PCB want $998.00 to supply a mirror.Wondering if anyone on the forum has had a similar experience and if there's a cheaper option. Pic attached.TIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted 21December, 2015 Report Share Posted 21December, 2015 Hey SteinyI had the same issue with the rear view mirror on my Audi S4. A mob called Gentex make a variety of shapes in the auto-dim type, and I bought one ($99 if I recall correctly) and was a reasonably easy replacement for the Audi one. Here's a link to some on Ebay: http://www.ebay.com/bhp/gentex-auto-dimming-rearview-mirrorCheersRob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 21December, 2015 Report Share Posted 21December, 2015 And if that fails to work out for you buy one online from the States ,,,,,I think we all agree Australian dealers are some what overpriced ,,,,You could even pick one up second hand on ebay ,,,take your time look for the best option ..........Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steiny Posted 21December, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 21December, 2015 Thanks guys.Bob, as I understand it Audi and Porsche share the same part. The trick is to find one with the same mount that matches wiring and plug for electrics.Raven - been surfing US sites for a replacement. The usual suspects (Pelican, Suncoast) don't seem to hold them. I think the trick is to identify the supplier, which seems to be Gemtex and buy direct. Will continue with eBay. Great advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ByronBayChris Posted 22December, 2015 Report Share Posted 22December, 2015 Can't help you. Sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steiny Posted 23December, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 23December, 2015 Can't help you. Sorry.you could spot me the $1k for a new one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ByronBayChris Posted 23December, 2015 Report Share Posted 23December, 2015 you could spot me the $1k for a new one.tis a deal, Mr Steiny. And you can spot me for my engine rebuild. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airhead Posted 23December, 2015 Report Share Posted 23December, 2015 And you can spot me for my engine rebuild. On which car Chris? And when did the 356 appear on the scene? Info please.............................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ByronBayChris Posted 23December, 2015 Report Share Posted 23December, 2015 On which car Chris? And when did the 356 appear on the scene? Info please..............................1994 993....again. Just fixing up some "small" issues from the previous rebuild. I think it's gold plated now. 356.......hoping the 993 can make way for it in the garage. Arriving Feb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steiny Posted 23December, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 23December, 2015 tis a deal, Mr Steiny. And you can spot me for my engine rebuild. Touche For future reference in case anyone else has the same problem:Contacted Scott at www.radar-mirror.com who will repair my mirror for A$99 + $43 postage.Problem solved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twood Posted 4January, 2016 Report Share Posted 4January, 2016 Here are a couple of suggestions- all available at a very reasonable priceor a two handed versionPlease advise if interested. i am sure others can also help with suitable suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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