Backup Camera Install
Today I worked on a prototype/test install of a backup camera.
People in SoCal drive very aggressively and don’t pay a lot of attention. Even with the window option, I simply don’t have the field of view to safely back out of a parking spot. I’ve had several close calls in parking lots since installing the GFC. I figured a backup cam was a lot cheaper than an accident (fingers crossed).
I had the following requirements:
- Wireless connection to monitor so I don’t have to run a video cable to the cab
- Wired power connection so it’s not dependent on a solar cell or lithium battery
- Smallish screen so it will fit in my dash
- Widest practical FOV
I found the Boscam K7 which looked like it met all these requirements. I paid $120 but today it’s on sale for $89, which is about right in my opinion. Here’s a quick look at my first try at installing this thing - lots of details need to be cleaned up! Does anyone have any ideas about how to bring the wiring inside the topper?
Ended up mounting the screen over the cupholder and the drivers-side vent. Not sure I’m going to like this long term, but I’m going to drive around with it like this for a while and see how it goes.
