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Replacement GPS & Mic - eBay or genuine?

By watanabe43 · Jun 24, 2014in Problems/Troubleshooting💬 2 posts👁️ 821 views
Posted Jun 24, 2014 · 18:48 UTC#1

Hi, first post so please be gentle - have searched the site and couldn't find an answer  :?

 

I've recently picked up a F9110 (VW version of F/X 910) which is in amazing condition with all the bits, firmware/2013 map update etc but is missing two important bits.

 

The 'professional' uninstaller just cut the bluetooth mic and GPS antenna - clearly couldn't be arsed getting them out.

 

I'm in the UK and the only genuine Pioneer antenna I can source is an import from the US which is expensive and more to the point will take ages to deliver.

 

Genuine mic is darned expensive.

 

eBay/Amazon list cheap replacements such as this microphone and this antenna which are a lot cheaper and quicker to obtain.

 

Can anyone advise me if the 'compatible' bits are just as good as original Pioneer or should I just pony up for the proper bits - I don't want to pay twice if I can help it  :shock:

 

Many thanks

Edited Jun 24, 2014 by watanabe43
Posted Jun 29, 2014 · 14:28 UTC#2

If it helps anyone in the future, I bought the cheap antenna and it works perfectly, zip tied to the metal crossmember in the dash above the glovebox.  After more research into the mic I have ordered a Garmin replacement as the OEM Pioneer is not renowned for quality and four times the price.