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Backup camera

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by Sbct, Jun 28, 2024.

  1. Jun 28, 2024 at 2:52 PM
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    Sbct

    Sbct [OP] New Member

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    Not looking for a fancy head unit, just looking for something relatively cheap that will fit into my truck that either comes with a backup camera or can have one added to it. Thanks!
     
  2. Jun 28, 2024 at 4:30 PM
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    KNABORES

    KNABORES Sarcasm incoming

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    Bilstein 5100's 16x8 589's with 265/75/16 and 1.25" spacers Flowmaster 50 series over the axle dump Pioneer touchscreen with backup camera Full interior and dash LED conversion Trailer brake controller with 7 pin Bedliner coat bumpers & trim ARE topper - Rhino Vortex rack
  3. Jun 28, 2024 at 4:43 PM
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    Sbct

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    I figured that much.
     
  4. Jun 28, 2024 at 4:44 PM
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    Pretty much any double din will fit
     
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  5. Jun 28, 2024 at 5:16 PM
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    My first setup was a 2009+ tacoma rear view mirror with the back up camera screen in the mirror and an Ebay tailgate handle rear view camera
    This worked really well to be clean and out of sight until i got a double din head unit and ran the video feed to the double din head unit.
     
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  6. Jun 28, 2024 at 5:30 PM
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    artsr2002

    artsr2002 2005 Tundra DC SR5

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    Grab one of the many dash cam mirrors with backup cam on Amazon. Powers off the cig lighter. Easy install.
     
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  7. Jun 29, 2024 at 2:15 AM
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    w666

    w666 D. None of the above

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    Go to Crutchfield...choose what your budget dictates. I put a Boss head unit in my Camry with reverse cam included for ~ $100. It's OK, all things considered. You can easily spend ~ $1,000 or more if you wish. You get what you pay for.
     
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  8. Jun 29, 2024 at 8:05 AM
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    shifty`

    shifty` Light a match to my ass 'cause I'm blowin' up

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    You didn't give us a lot to go on. Everything starts with a budget. Your idea of what is "budget" vs. my idea of what is "budget" are probably two different things. Me? I want to wire-once-cry-once, personally, so I'm gonna buy what I know will last, and that means avoiding cheap shit from scAmazon.

    Your skill level may affect budget also. If you're confident with your wiring abilities, great! Check this out for install guidance! If you're not, knowing "time is money", you may want to consider spending money on a wireless solution, there are ample on the market, some of the better non-generic/non-shitware ones like 90% of the ones on scAmazon are can be found at Crutchfield OVER HERE.

    If you can tell us what your skill level and budget are, it'd help folks here give you advice.
     
  9. Jun 29, 2024 at 10:46 AM
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  10. Jun 29, 2024 at 11:09 AM
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    shifty`

    shifty` Light a match to my ass 'cause I'm blowin' up

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    I mean, at that price point ($149), you may as well go with a name brand, instead of the cheap scAmazon shitware:

    Boss is low-end, but better than no-name mainland China garbage (same shit, but with a company that'll back the warranty/provide support): https://www.crutchfield.com/p_104BV765BL/BOSS-Audio-Elite-BV765BLC.html?tp=72406
    That's an all-in-one kit with the camera included.

    This Dual brand is $99 (no camera incl.), also low-end stuff like Boss: https://www.crutchfield.com/p_070XDVD251/Dual-XDVD251BT.html?tp=72406

    JVC (aka 'Kenwood') puts you in a better quality bracket, low-mid range and is $159: https://www.crutchfield.com/p_105KWM180B/JVC-KW-M180BT.html?tp=72406

    Pioneer is roughly same, if not a bit cloer to mid-range at $169: https://www.crutchfield.com/p_130DM241EX/Pioneer-DMH-241EX.html?tp=72406

    Kenwood is $179: https://www.crutchfield.com/p_113DMX129B/Kenwood-DMX129BT.html?tp=72406

    There's really no reason to buy the shitware head units littered all over scAmazon, unless you like creating more problems than it's worth, or if you're literally scraping by. But even if scraping by, you can often find very high-end double-DIN head units

    The bonus to buying from Crutchfield is the fact you get unlimited direct human-to-human support, they often toss in wiring adapters and step-by-step instructions, and they'll replace units in a heartbeat without hassle if something isn't working, even if the unit is out of warranty! sc Amazon is doing NONE of the above, and many of the companies selling head units like the one you linked won't exist in 6-12 months, so even if you did have an issue, they wouldn't be helping, because you wouldn't be able to reach them.

    Soapbox here, but ... Folks really need to stop supporting these shit companies on scAmazon and fleaBay selling low-quality flea-market-level imposters that are "fair enough", i.e. "it works", but ... not for long, and often times not well.
     
  11. Jun 29, 2024 at 11:56 AM
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    FirstGenVol

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    Another vote for Crutchfield. One of the few remaining companies with great customer service.
     
  12. Jun 29, 2024 at 11:59 AM
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    Give me a break, they're all the same basic chassis. The Crutchfield and Dual units are nearly identical and the Dual is the one I ripped out. By the way, no Carplay in any units you listed. I don't get the Amazon hammering. They sell units from the same mfg yet Crutchfield gets praised and Amazon gets hammered. You're throwing out negative comments based on your personal dislikes, not based on any facts. Yep, Boss is good stuff, Dual is good stuff! Oh please! :rolleyes:
     
  13. Jun 29, 2024 at 6:57 PM
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    I can see everyone’s side for sure. I will definitely check out the different options you all have suggested. Thanks!
     
  14. Jun 29, 2024 at 7:22 PM
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    artsr2002

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    I currently have 2 on mine. Haha. Installed one on the tailgate handle and added the one that came with the dash cam mirror to the license plate.
     
  15. Jun 30, 2024 at 2:00 AM
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    w666 D. None of the above

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    For me it's really simple:
    1. Crutchfield gives you the wiring harness and mounting hardware for free (even with a ~ $100 unit. In fact, a few years ago I bought an open box unit for $49, and it too had free hardware and harness!).
    2. They answer the phone when you call, and the actually know what they're talking about.
    3. It's all name brand stuff, and 0% chance of counterfeit.

    I'm a huge Amazon fan. I live in a major metro area, so I get most of my stuff the next day (sometimes the SAME DAY!). My Amazon bill is several hundred dollars a month. But I take the time to research and shop EVERY item I need, and only buy from Amazon when they have the best price/value. This is not always the case.
     
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