Security camera/ Dash camera for C8
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Security camera/ Dash camera for C8
HI, everyone!
I just picked my C8 up on July 1st and thinking about getting a security camera.
I do use built-in drive recorder while driving but when I park my C8 on a street or public garage I kinda get nervous all the time.
So main reason for getting a security camera is to feel safe when my C8 is parked on a street or public garage. BUT of course it can be used as a secondary drive recorder. (As I mentioned I used a built-in drive recorder while I'm driving)
I did spent so much time on researching it but can't find the right one. If you guys have some good idea please let me know.
Thank you in advance.
Monkswagger
I just picked my C8 up on July 1st and thinking about getting a security camera.
I do use built-in drive recorder while driving but when I park my C8 on a street or public garage I kinda get nervous all the time.
So main reason for getting a security camera is to feel safe when my C8 is parked on a street or public garage. BUT of course it can be used as a secondary drive recorder. (As I mentioned I used a built-in drive recorder while I'm driving)
I did spent so much time on researching it but can't find the right one. If you guys have some good idea please let me know.
Thank you in advance.
Monkswagger
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I have a Garmin Dashcam Mini 2 attached to the windshield just to the right of the overhead console where I can't see it from the driver's seat. Then I've got an OBD-II port adapter to keep it running after I stop the car. But I bought that adapter before I'd taken delivery and didn't realize the diagnostic port was located where I'd occasionally kick the adapter. So I'm considering installing a simple battery adapter instead.
Whatever you get it's probably a good idea to make sure it has a polarized lens, or at least the option to attach one since you'll get a lot of reflections off the dash.
Whatever you get it's probably a good idea to make sure it has a polarized lens, or at least the option to attach one since you'll get a lot of reflections off the dash.
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Look into the Viofo A119v3. It's a single channel but I think they have a duel one too.
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Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/VIOFO-2560x14.../dp/B07SRQH4R7
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The ring and junky chinese cheap ones are all crap. You will pay hundreds for a decent one and backup battery. Get it professionally installed. I have cams in four of my vehicles, all professionally installed (don’t want wires hanging down or plugged into the cigarette adapter). I don’t have battery backup as I’m ok with parking, I only care about ******** driving, thus I have 3 channel cameras. Get the full Blackvue setup.Last edited by IrishSpuds; Aug 13, 2023 at 09:13 AM.
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