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Old 07-03-2015, 05:31 AM
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Hey all any advice is greatly appreciated. What is the best option to install a backup camera on this car [without navigation]. Has anyone done it?

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Interested in response as well, watching thread...
 
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Think I am going with this one

RVM430N Accele http://www.installer.com/item/displa....php?it=rvm430

 
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still havent done anything yet.

has anyone put in a backup camera?

I was thinking in the visor for the screen? is that doable?

also anyone ever try this guy and if so where to mount would be the best place?

Garmin nüvi 2798LMT Portable GPS with Backup Camera
Amazon.com: Garmin nüvi 2798LMT Portable GPS with Backup Camera: GPS & Navigation Amazon.com: Garmin nüvi 2798LMT Portable GPS with Backup Camera: GPS & Navigation

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I saw someone at MTTS with one that used a Garmin or TomTom GPS. He had it mounted near the speedo and it looked like it worked well
 
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thanks. do you know what mount they used? did it look good?

found this mount which looks interesting

Amazon.com: Satechi Universal Tablet Cd Slot Mount for Ipad/air/mini, Iphone 6 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Tab S, Google Nexus 7 and Microsoft Surface Pro 3: Cell Phones & Accessories Amazon.com: Satechi Universal Tablet Cd Slot Mount for Ipad/air/mini, Iphone 6 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Tab S, Google Nexus 7 and Microsoft Surface Pro 3: Cell Phones & Accessories

or a drink holder one like this. anyone use these?

Amazon.com: iKross 2-in-1 Tablet and Cellphone Adjustable Swing Extended Cup Mount Holder Car Kit For Apple iPad Air, Samsung tablet, iPhone, HTC, LG, Nokia Smartphone and more: Cell Phones & Accessories Amazon.com: iKross 2-in-1 Tablet and Cellphone Adjustable Swing Extended Cup Mount Holder Car Kit For Apple iPad Air, Samsung tablet, iPhone, HTC, LG, Nokia Smartphone and more: Cell Phones & Accessories
 
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ok i finally put in the backup camera and love it... i had best buy do it and they did an excellent job.









they moved the aux and usb inputs




 
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Jeez, I just turn my head and look...lol but I' almost 60, so maybe someday, I won't be able to move my head and actually look...
 
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jeez, i guess its true OLD people really are cranky and rude.

actually by 2018 you will have one in your car by law [new cars].

the convertible in reality has terrible blind-spots and this gives you more viability.
 
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Originally Posted by mini4thewini
jeez, i guess its true OLD people really are cranky and rude.

actually by 2018 you will have one in your car by law [new cars].

the convertible in reality has terrible blind-spots and this gives you more viability.
If you want a blind spot, get a Roadster! In reality, with the top up it's more that you have a small visible spot in one gigantic blind spot...
 
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i hear you. i actually lowered the headrests in the mini in the backseat to gain more visibility.
 
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I like it!
 
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I like it!

Thanks Wisconsin!!
 
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Thought I would share the different views compared to the camera...
 
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Looks good mini4thewini I'm thinking of getting one too and you have the screen exactly where I would like to put it. Thanks for the pictures!
 
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