Back Up Camera for M1009?

[jplace1011]

After getting my windows tinted in my M1009, it’s been difficult to see out the rear window when backing up, in particular at night.

Has anyone installed a Back Up Camera for their CUCV? I know they make Dash Cam/Back Up Cam Combos. That’s a thought.


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[kendelrio]

I don't own a CUCV, but it **did** install the backup camera from Those Military Guys in my 5 ton and love it. It's not a hard install.

It says for HMMV etc but it's a 24v system and it's been rock solid for me. I use it to back up and as a rear view mirror.

Those Military Guys Camera setup

 

[Keith_J]

Needed on on my M1031 since the aluminum is not transparent

I made a mounting box from 1/4" MDF, rounded it to match the face plate of the display and mounted it on the radio rack.

Rear camera is mounted to the center clearance light, not much for hitching but very good for driving and backing a trailer.

Cheap Amazon stuff

 

[jplace1011]

Needed on on my M1031 since the aluminum is not transparent

I made a mounting box from 1/4" MDF, rounded it to match the face plate of the display and mounted it on the radio rack.

Rear camera is mounted to the center clearance light, not much for hitching but very good for driving and backing a trailer.

Cheap Amazon stuff

I just ordered a Cheap Dash and Rear Camera Combo via Amazon. Let’s see how it works out. It’s Low Risk since they have a Great Return policy. I’ll report back.

Thank you for the input my peeps!!


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[Keith_J]

In case you needed an image.

 

[INFChief]

In case you needed an image. View attachment 874143

Nice screen

 

[INFChief]

I picked up a 3 channel VANTRUE N4. I needed a longer cable for the rear camera so I contacted them. They sent me a 29’ cable for free.

 

[Keith_J]

I ran cables under the floor mat, through existing hole in the floor with a grommet. Routed to the right side of the box, there was an existing hole for the communication gear in the right front compartment. From there, it goes through existing channel for box lighting to the center rear marker lamps.

No holes drilled. Now for the electrical? As these electronics are isolated negative, that was easy. The negative of the camera and display goes to switched 12 volt. The positive off the camera and display are powered by an auto reset circuit breaker from the 24 volt bus. This works to give 12 volts to the camera system, switched. And this reduces the current draw through the ignition switch.

 

[jplace1011]

I ran cables under the floor mat, through existing hole in the floor with a grommet. Routed to the right side of the box, there was an existing hole for the communication gear in the right front compartment. From there, it goes through existing channel for box lighting to the center rear marker lamps.

No holes drilled. Now for the electrical? As these electronics are isolated negative, that was easy. The negative of the camera and display goes to switched 12 volt. The positive off the camera and display are powered by an auto reset circuit breaker from the 24 volt bus. This works to give 12 volts to the camera system, switched. And this reduces the current draw through the ignition switch.

I installed a Dash Camera & Rear Camera System. I mounted the Rear Camera onto the Rack on the Roof. It works pretty good, but I still need to try it out at night.

If it works out well and I decide to keep it, I’ll replace the existing Plastic Ties with Metal Zipties. I’ll also cover the wire with that tubing, I forget the name of it.

I’ll report back!!

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[Mullaney]

I installed a Dash Camera & Rear Camera System. I mounted the Rear Camera onto the Rack on the Roof. It works pretty good, but I still need to try it out at night.

If it works out well and I decide to keep it, I’ll replace the existing Plastic Ties with Metal Zipties. I’ll also cover the wire with that tubing, I forget the name of it.

I’ll report back!!

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Smart move using Zip Ties to test fit it before you spend the time and effort to bolt it in place permanently. Need to think about what happens when somebody behind you has their headlights on high beam. Does that "blind" your camera? Could a different angle work better for you?

 

[jplace1011]

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Smart move using Zip Ties to test fit it before you spend the time and effort to bolt it in place permanently. Need to think about what happens when somebody behind you has their headlights on high beam. Does that "blind" your camera? Could a different angle work better for you?

Thanks buddy! At this point it’s just a trial and error.

I had thought about mounting near/above the rear license plate. I’m just not thrilled about having the wire run out the bottom of the tailgate along the underside and up into the cab. Because of the wear and tear. Granted I can cover the wire with tubing or tape.

The rack seemed easier because there’s already holes in the side of the fiberglass top for wires to go into the cab.

I’ll think in your different angle idea. I’m planning on driving it around tonight for the first time after dark. Let’s see how it looks.


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[INFChief]

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Smart move using Zip Ties to test fit it before you spend the time and effort to bolt it in place permanently. Need to think about what happens when somebody behind you has their headlights on high beam. Does that "blind" your camera? Could a different angle work better for you?

Good point about headlights flooding out the picture.