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Old Mar 7, 2023 | 10:46 PM
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I'm curious who has installed a backup camera, and what kind they went with. Has anyone installed a flush mount camera? What model camera and likes/dislikes?
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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 08:56 AM
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When ever I add Back up cams , I use the license plate mounts. I once tried a wireless that fit over the mirror, but lag time between putting in reverse to seeing the screen was too long..
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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 09:25 AM
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I went with Kenwood CMOS-230. It's more expensive than others, but I wanted to stick with the same brand when I swapped out my headunit.

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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 11:20 AM
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this camera from amazon - using the license plate mount behind the license plate - I think it looks good this camera from amazon - using the license plate mount behind the license plate - I think it looks good


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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 02:31 PM
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Mine is in the tag bracket right in the center. The only problem is that it blocks the key hole. If I ever need to get into the car that way I'll have to remove the tag bracket first. Not a big deal until you have a dead FOB battery but just thought I'd mention it.
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Old Mar 13, 2023 | 09:11 AM
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Same experience here. But luckily it doesn't happen every often. I just bend the camera out of the way enough to get the key in.
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Old Mar 13, 2023 | 10:19 AM
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Even though I put in a new deck that will accept a rear back up camera, I refuse to put one in my car. None of my other past cars had a camera, so why start with this one.
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Old Mar 13, 2023 | 10:49 AM
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I like the backup camera. My 2017 GS has one and I use it whenever I'm backing up, you have to with that generation. I do need one and will put one in in the near future in my 2007 z06 as I broke my C1 vertebrae in 2 places back in 2010 and have limited turning ability, as in backing up. I have to twist my whole body to be able to look backwards.
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If you are purchasing from Crutchfield, check out this Boyo kit. It has 6 different mounting configurations. I liked being able to test different ones. Camera picture quality is excellent. Good luck


6 way mounting kit and HD camera

Rear camera mount on license plate

Front camera under the lip
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I would like to have one , but don't really want to have to replace the radio .
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Originally Posted by 2500 hd;[url=tel:1606384017
1606384017[/url]]I would like to have one , but don't really want to have to replace the radio .
It’s not difficult, just have to take your time, and do your research​​​​​. Highly recommend crutchfield.
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Originally Posted by 1968ATX512
If you are purchasing from Crutchfield, check out this Boyo kit. It has 6 different mounting configurations. I liked being able to test different ones. Camera picture quality is excellent. Good luck


6 way mounting kit and HD camera

Rear camera mount on license plate

Front camera under the lip
Wow how much a year does it cost for that plate and registration ?
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Originally Posted by 1968ATX512
If you are purchasing from Crutchfield, check out this Boyo kit. It has 6 different mounting configurations. I liked being able to test different ones. Camera picture quality is excellent. Good luck


6 way mounting kit and HD camera

Rear camera mount on license plate

Front camera under the lip
Looks great!
Thank you, I'll try that one.
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It’s not the right color yet on my new Red Mist 8 delivery next week, yet maybe I can make it work on her and either go black or misty and tuck it under… Best to not yet coppers have nothing to do at times in IL and may opt to hazzle me


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I went with as above the Boyo my rear is mounted like his and my front sits in grille
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I have the Boyo...was about 65 bucks from Crutchfield but I'm not a fan. You move the steering wheel slightly and the camera lines makes it look like you're going to steer into the ditch. It's a little excessive or sensitive.
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