50-GENK51A vs 50-GENK50A

kn0tme · 11-15-2008, 06:28 PM

What is the different between the 50-GENK51A and the 50-GENK50A. As far as I can tell, they are the same, yet the 51A is $50 less. Also, any idea what the mount is for the Prius? I'm not sure if I need to order another one or not.

Yes, I've read the warnings about improper installations interfering with the side-curtain airbag. I'm not concerned with this. I'm comfortable with the installation process.

TheForce · 11-15-2008, 06:37 PM

This info is from this site.

-Auto Dimming Mirrors-Genk51A Details

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The 50-GENK50A’s wiring harness is a direct plug and play whereas the 50-GENK51A you have to place the pin in the right spots manually.

The 50-GENK50A is recommended for those who don’t have a lot of experience with wiring

The 50-GENK51A windshield-mounted mirror comes complete with detailed installation instructions and all necessary hardware – perfect for the experienced do-it-yourselfer or professional installer with some wiring required. And, the Gentex 50-GENK51A Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror comes with 3-year / 36, 000 mile warranty.

kn0tme · 11-15-2008, 07:04 PM

Yes, I saw that site. So, the 50A's wiring harness is $50? I'm not sure that's worth it. It would only save me a few minutes, and that's assuming the wires I need are even present into the stock plug on my Prius.

I was just trying to figure out if there was more to it or not.

Any idea if there is a special mount for the windshield? It's not clear from what I've read, because the Prius is never listed with the other Toyotas.

11-15-2008, 06:28 PM	#1
kn0tme Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: massachusetts Posts: 7 My Car: 2009 Prius Model: Package: #2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	50-GENK51A vs 50-GENK50A What is the different between the 50-GENK51A and the 50-GENK50A. As far as I can tell, they are the same, yet the 51A is $50 less. Also, any idea what the mount is for the Prius? I'm not sure if I need to order another one or not. Yes, I've read the warnings about improper installations interfering with the side-curtain airbag. I'm not concerned with this. I'm comfortable with the installation process.

11-15-2008, 07:04 PM	#3
kn0tme Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: massachusetts Posts: 7 My Car: 2009 Prius Model: Package: #2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Re: 50-GENK51A vs 50-GENK50A Yes, I saw that site. So, the 50A's wiring harness is $50? I'm not sure that's worth it. It would only save me a few minutes, and that's assuming the wires I need are even present into the stock plug on my Prius. I was just trying to figure out if there was more to it or not. Any idea if there is a special mount for the windshield? It's not clear from what I've read, because the Prius is never listed with the other Toyotas.