Best value back-up camera?

[bitternut]

I have a 2009 Silverado 2500HD extended cab truck that I recently added a camper shell. The windows are tinted which prevents me from seeing directly behind me in the interior rear-view mirror, especially at night. Of course the side mirrors are of no use viewing directly behind the truck. I think maybe I would like to get a camera but undecided on which type. First of all how well do they work, are the wireless any good, are heated necessary in the northeast and is there a best camera on the market that stands out from the others?

Thanks in advance for sharing any knowledge or experiences you may have.

 

[yooper1]

Here is a long thread that has a lot of information

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...ra-hook-up-trailer.html?highlight=back+camera

 

[moship]

I don't know about being the "best", but I installed a PEAK brand backup camera on my Mom's Commander. This particular model was the one with the display in the mirror. The mirror (w/video) is mounted to the front of the stock mirror and doesn't look too bad. It's wireless, but there are wires to hook-up (power and to backup lights). Peak sells a wire extension for pickups, so the transmitter can be placed inside the cab.

My parents were very impressed with the video quality and meets their needs... Don't get me wrong it is not HD quality, but better than what they expected. It also displays the reference backup lines if desired. For reference it was purchased at Advance Auto around Christmas time for $100.

Back-Up Systems

 

[newbury]

I have a 2009 Silverado 2500HD extended cab truck that I recently added a camper shell. The windows are tinted which prevents me from seeing directly behind me in the interior rear-view mirror, especially at night. Of course the side mirrors are of no use viewing directly behind the truck. I think maybe I would like to get a camera but undecided on which type. First of all how well do they work, are the wireless any good, are heated necessary in the northeast and is there a best camera on the market that stands out from the others?

Thanks in advance for sharing any knowledge or experiences you may have.

What are your priorities?
Hooking up to a tow hitch? Got to see the ball
Wide angle view at bumper height? Don't hit that car
Ease of use? built in 24/7 or on the dash?
Large/small screen?
Wired/wireless? Mine I can put at the back of my truck, front of my truck, move between vehicles, etc.

 

[flusher]

I have a 2009 Silverado 2500HD extended cab truck that I recently added a camper shell. The windows are tinted which prevents me from seeing directly behind me in the interior rear-view mirror, especially at night. Of course the side mirrors are of no use viewing directly behind the truck. I think maybe I would like to get a camera but undecided on which type. First of all how well do they work, are the wireless any good, are heated necessary in the northeast and is there a best camera on the market that stands out from the others?

Thanks in advance for sharing any knowledge or experiences you may have.

I have the same problem with my 2004 Isuzu NPR/EFI stakebed. There's no interior rear view mirror because the headache rack blocks the view. Only have the outside rear view mirrors. I need the camera for backing up and also for watching the blind spot in the rear while driving down the road.

I'm looking at this one now

Rear View Safety | Product | Backup Camera System | RVS-770613

It's a little pricey, but it has IR night vision capability in addition to daylight capability. The quest continues.

 

[RollingsFarms]

My truck came from the factory with a rear view camera. It was worth every single extra $$$ I spent when I purchased. This is one of the best things and most useful they have ever put on a truck in the last 10 years. I will tell you that dust does effect the camera and you have to keep it clean. Also when it rains it's pretty useless because d the water drops( like looking through your glasses when they get wet). Another thing is it takes time to trust it. You're so trained from looking at objects in the mirror and you know you aren't as close as the mirror makes it appear. With the camera you are as close or as far away as it looks on the screen. It's 100% dead on the money accurate. This is worth spending as much $$$ as you can on it because it will up the resale value of your truck unlike most aftermarket add on's. People want these. They steal tailgates to get em so keep it locked at all times!

 

[Diamondpilot]

My Titan came with a camera. No dust issues but snow can get on it. Its gift IR for night and works great. I agree, one if the best features in these new trucks.

Chris

 

[RollingsFarms]

My Titan came with a camera. No dust issues but snow can get on it. Its gift IR for night and works great. I agree, one if the best features in these new trucks.

Chris

I don't have a problem with dust getting IN the camera, it's sealed pretty well. The problem is dust collecting on the camera lens. It seems like the smallest spec is magnified. I usually keep a cloth to wipe my glasses off with and just use this to wipe off the camera lens sometimes. I had forgot about the IR at night. I hadn't thought about that prior to buying my truck but the first time I used it at night I was impressed.

I'm pretty picky when it comes to aftermarket add-ons for my truck. Unless I see usefulness in it, I won't bother. This is deffinately worth purchasing though.

 

[Diamondpilot]

I don't have a problem with dust getting IN the camera, it's sealed pretty well. The problem is dust collecting on the camera lens. It seems like the smallest spec is magnified. I usually keep a cloth to wipe my glasses off with and just use this to wipe off the camera lens sometimes. I had forgot about the IR at night. I hadn't thought about that prior to buying my truck but the first time I used it at night I was impressed.

I'm pretty picky when it comes to aftermarket add-ons for my truck. Unless I see usefulness in it, I won't bother. This is deffinately worth purchasing though.

I do not get dust on my or in my camera on my Titan. I guess its just the design where its mounted. Mine is between the bumper and the hitch tucked away pretty good. Best part of mine is it uses the Nav screen which is about 8" compared to my dads F-150 that has a small screen in the rear view mirror. Its pretty good but not nearly as easy to see as mine.

My dads new F-150 has one also but its mounted up high in the tailgate.

Chris

 

[RollingsFarms]

I do not get dust on my or in my camera on my Titan. I guess its just the design where its mounted. Mine is between the bumper and the hitch tucked away pretty good. Best part of mine is it uses the Nav screen which is about 8" compared to my dads F-150 that has a small screen in the rear view mirror. Its pretty good but not nearly as easy to see as mine.

My dads new F-150 has one also but its mounted up high in the tailgate.

Chris

yeah I prefer your set-up, mine is like your dad's. My friend has a 2011 F-150 and he has the Nav screen like you and has the red, yellow, and green lines to help guide you. I wish my GMC had those. Mine is mounted on the tailgate handle at a downward angle so dust easily collects on the lens from traveling a dirt road frequently.