I'm looking for some advice on this. I'm installing my new head unit soon, and would like to add a backup camera at the same time. I would like it to be as inconspicuous as possible but still work good. I know that mounting options are limited.
Can anyone provide pros/cons of different styles, or give some mounting experiences?
Thanks for the help.
BTW, the backup camera makes it a lot easier when you back into a parking space. One of the many benefits. Definitely worth the cost and time of installation.
BTW, the backup camera makes it a lot easier when you back into a parking space. One of the many benefits. Definitely worth the cost and time of installation.
Great video. Thanks for taking the time to do this. I will definitely use it as reference when I install mine (make sure to cut the THICKER light green wire ).
I've been been looking at the camera that ArikDahn installed. There are big price differences and I'm not sure why yet.
Back to the original question, if you are a DIY'er, you can make your own bracket (I just used a scrap of 3/4" angle-aluminum) and mount a camera up high under the lip above the license plate, replacing the factory plate light with a couple of (eBay) glued-in LEDs. I got a $20 eBay camera and it works just fine (and has been for years). More pic details here (but remember the measurements are for a Solstice, so you need to confirm for a Sky): Backup Camera by M Q | Photobucket
My BC-30 WiFi camera does a good job. I do need to get used to the camera's view as it is new to me. But when I shift to reverse, the operation is flawless and the picture is clear.
I have two GPS units from Garmin (nuvi55LM & GarminDriveSmart51, both compatible with the BC-30). The existing front dash area only needs the new power cord used, which includes the WiFi module. This cord comes with the BC-30 (see product code below).
I paid a shop $50 to install the rear unit as it was more than I wanted to try and tackle. Thus, I don't have a video, but do have still shots of the results.
I found my BC-30 on eBay. If you pursue that source, you can be assured of the right unit (not an additional camera) by asking the seller if the PRODUCT CODE on the box is: 010-12242-10.
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