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Backup camera system

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by FirstGenTundra1867, Sep 4, 2021.

  1. Sep 4, 2021 at 2:58 PM
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    FirstGenTundra1867

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    Removed aftermarket Pioneer unit and re-installed OEM 6 disk radio/cd/cassette unit.
    I love my 1st gen 2006 Tundra Limited, but sorely miss not having a backup camera. I'm just now starting to research after market possibilities and thought my first stop should be here where I can hopefully tap into the experience of members who have "been there, done that." I'm hoping to find a quality "kit" that uses a rear-view mirror as the camera's screen (I don't want to install a screen in the dash where the OEM radio belongs). Any and all suggestions will be much appreciated. Thanks, Ron...
     
    FirstGenTundra1867, Sep 4, 2021
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  2. Sep 4, 2021 at 3:27 PM
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    Gravy

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    OME Nitrocharger/2612 (front), Bilstein 5100s (rear). Vanguard roll bar modified (by me) to fit over Patriot Stealth retractable tonneau. Aftermarket halo headlights with HID, various LED bulb replacements. 17" Fuel Blitz wheels with some 33" Nitto terra grapplers. Hoodscoop, nfab nerfbars, Bushwacker flares. No-name aftermarket grille, led fender extensions. Black Horse bambi-basher. Various offroad lights.
    I just got the Pormido 2 cam 12". So far seems well built and works well. There are plenty of cheaper ones, but I wanted the forward cam to not be some cheesy looking thing sticking off the side of the mirror.
    $210 PORMIDO Mirror Dash Cam 12" with Detached Front Camera,Anti Glare Full Touch Split Screen HD 1296P,Car Backup Rear View Mirror Camera Dual Lens with Sony Sensor,Super Night Vision,Parking Assistance
    Amazon.com: PORMIDO 12” Mirror Dash Cam with Detached Front Camera,Anti Glare Full Touch Split Screen HD 1296P,Car Backup Rear View Mirror Camera Dual Lens Sony,Super Night Vision,Parking Assistance : Electronics
     
    Gravy, Sep 4, 2021
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  3. Sep 4, 2021 at 5:38 PM
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    abcinv

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    Search Master Tailgaters; they have a nice selection of mirrors to chose from and have great customer service.

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    abcinv, Sep 4, 2021
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  4. Oct 2, 2021 at 11:53 AM
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    LittleTundra

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    A setup like this would be the best option if you don't want to replace the OEM stereo. However, I think in the future you are going to wish you would of replace the OEM stereo because of the bluetooth option and also the LARGER display when you are backing up. I had a factory backup camera display the image in the OEM mirror on my 2008 and it was hard to really see as compared to the larger display output when I replace the OEM stereo.
     
    LittleTundra, Oct 2, 2021
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  5. Oct 2, 2021 at 2:15 PM
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    Gravy

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    Gravy Cat herder, ASCM #π

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    I still use the HU for the tailgate cam on reverse. The point of the mirror is to have far superior rearview while driving. Tailgate cam would work for that, but would suck balls. The pormido literally eliminates my blind spots, I see the hoods of vehicles next to me out the side windows before the rear of said car has left the view of my rearview cam. Probably have to agree with @LittleTundra though, if you just want a backup cam, a HU screen is way better than the lil' oem mirror screens.

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    Gravy, Oct 2, 2021
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