Best aftermarket backup camera kit
I would like to put a back-up camera in my 2011. Would love to put the factory set-up in, but they are selling for over $700. I do not want a clip on mirror, I want to replace the entire mirror and have the possiblity of running a second camera on my RV for backing up. Any thoughts
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I did the factory setup in my truck for under $400
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Originally Posted by Tylus
(Post 11109009)
I did the factory setup in my truck for under $400
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Originally Posted by Tylus
(Post 11109009)
I did the factory setup in my truck for under $400
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That's what I would like to know. That is a great price.
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Please, more info on the OEM setup.
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I'm interested also. Part numbers would be helpful.
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Ford Tailgate Camera w/Camera Harness RVD/Mirror L@@K!! | eBay
eBay seller "Nailsandsales". She has the camera and/or the mirror periodically. Just keep checking her auctions. |
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here is the camera mounted on my tailgate. I'd have preferred the handle mounted one...but I couldn't argue with the price
Attachment 202533 99-07 trucks have a 6 pin mirror harness. 08+ trucks already have a 16 pin harness. I had to custom build a 16 pin harness for the mirror connector. You can order the factory harness for $50, or build one like I did for $15. Wiring wise, it was very easy to run 2 wires from the tailgate to the cab. I used stereo RCA cables. Had a 10ft section that I split and joined end-to-end. |
Originally Posted by Tylus
(Post 11110700)
here is the camera mounted on my tailgate. I'd have preferred the handle mounted one...but I couldn't argue with the price
http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/a...s/IMG_3537.jpg 99-07 trucks have a 6 pin mirror harness. 08+ trucks already have a 16 pin harness. I had to custom build a 16 pin harness for the mirror connector. You can order the factory harness for $50, or build one like I did for $15. Wiring wise, it was very easy to run 2 wires from the tailgate to the cab. I used stereo RCA cables. Had a 10ft section that I split and joined end-to-end. |
I'm at work, but will get links and data for y'all later when I'm at home
For the install, I had to cut a roughly 2x2" hole in the tailgate to clearance the camera. Used a cardboard template. Fairly easy. Only issue was a horizontal support rib under the sheet metal that I had to section out. If I'd placed the camera 1" higher it wouldn't have hit that piece The camera works great. I have a perfect field of view behind me, and the hitch is just right. I may make a short video showing it off. I prefer OEM components because it looks cleaner IMO than most aftermarket |
Tylus, I agree with the pricing on the 150 models. The 250 models are sellling for over $700. I will be putting this into a 2011. I wounder how different the inside of the tailgate is. I bet I can remove my access panel on the tail gate and see. Did you also put sensors on your bumper?
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Tylus
I was out looking at my tailgate and the 2011 embelm sits in a recessed section of the tailgate. I cannot tell from your photo, is the tailgate recessed where your embelm is? |
Originally Posted by Jammin1
(Post 11111701)
Tylus, I agree with the pricing on the 150 models. The 250 models are sellling for over $700. I will be putting this into a 2011. I wounder how different the inside of the tailgate is. I bet I can remove my access panel on the tail gate and see. Did you also put sensors on your bumper?
it's amazing the $$$ they charge for stuff. I have 4 kids, so I'm always on the look for a great deal. The F-150 setup is the best setup for the money.
Originally Posted by Jammin1
(Post 11111870)
Tylus
I was out looking at my tailgate and the 2011 embelm sits in a recessed section of the tailgate. I cannot tell from your photo, is the tailgate recessed where your embelm is? |
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better picture. the one previously posted was from when I was installing the FX4 stickers
Attachment 202530 only issue with the F-150 camera is that it sticks out a tiny bit. Not terrible, but just a FYI. I don't have any side pics of the tailgate exactly, but hopefully you can see the protrusion of the camera/emblem combo. I'll snap a pic today with the SLR and include it with the other stuff you guys will want/need to install a F-150 camera/mirror into your SD Attachment 202531 |
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