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Spurned · 07-15-2017, 11:44 AM

Anyone have a front camera on their car? I have the rear one, and am looking to install a front one in the near future. Just starting this thread, as I have a few questions, that may get answered before I starting asking stupid ones....

Spurned · 07-15-2017, 01:37 PM

Ok, well thanks for those that viewed. I was looking at one on the Gen5dyi site, and it says that the rearview mirror needs to be replaced with the LCD type, as the Mylink cant display a secondary image.

I did find an Dual Link camera interface for factory radios, that offers it as an option. Just curious if anyone knows anything about it? Does it work as advertised, were there problems with interface or what? Any thoughts?

1Coopgt · 07-15-2017, 08:04 PM

What's the reason for the camera on the front ? You doing it so you don't run into curbs? If so I installed one of these Brandmotion Curb Alert PRO (5000-CA5) Curb Alert PRO . Works great .

Spurned · 07-15-2017, 08:38 PM

Actually, that's the exact reason. I bought my current Camaro used, and the front chin was already a little chewed up from the previous owner. I honestly, have tagged it a few times as well, but have purchased a new one to replace it.

That also was the site I was looking at, but I tend to read more then actually post, so I wasn't sure if I was allowed to name the website. I apologize for my ignorance.

1Coopgt · 07-16-2017, 01:47 PM

The curb alert pro is worth it . I think it took me about 30 minutes to install.

BOOSTT · 07-17-2017, 10:37 AM

I was thinking about doing the same thing, but I can't even get the factory rear camera to work with my Pioneer NEX 8200. Got the harness and the one wire is going to the speed sensor per directions. I just have a black screen when I go into reverse? My harness must be bad..if that could happen? Confused. I have a second camera, but doubt I'll want to deal with this anymore. Took a few hours just to get my wires out of the way enough to get my deck back in last wk. end. Feel like giving up on the cameras. Any suggestions? Toss the factory cam?

SSEssence · 07-17-2017, 10:40 AM

http://www.southerncarparts.com/curb-alert-p-5870.html

I would suggest one of these too, easy to install

InFiD3ViL · 07-17-2017, 03:05 PM

I have cameras on the front, back, and both side mirrors.

I have an early 2010 model with no backup sensors, so the cameras really help with parking. The side mirrors are angled perfectly to be able to see the painted lines in a parking lot.

It all goes into a Kenwood DNN990HD...which is the slowest booting head unit I have ever seen in my life. I think it has a single core tablet CPU from back when tablets first came out.

1Coopgt · 07-17-2017, 06:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSEssence

http://www.southerncarparts.com/curb-alert-p-5870.html

I would suggest one of these too, easy to install

I already posted this

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jshaf · 07-17-2017, 06:28 PM

thought you were referring to dual channel dash cam when I first read the thread, if so I have a thinkware F750 hard wired. works fairly well, records when parked, just shuts down a little earlier than I would like and have to reformat the memory card almost weekly which kind of sucks. need to get one of those Korean battery back ups that kick in when you kill the ignition. maybe next year if I can work it in to the budget

Rainbow1616 · 07-17-2017, 06:59 PM

I had the curb alert I never liked it. Too many false positives. Going over speed bumps etc. I ended up selling it and installing a front camera with distance lines. Much prefer to see what is there rather than just hear the beeping.

ticowarbird · 07-18-2017, 09:54 AM

https://youtu.be/VbNC6aSW1ow

This is mine. Have a front and backup cam. Working on splitting the video between the display and a video recorder for some good video clips.

maddoggyusa · 07-18-2017, 10:20 AM

Spurned · 07-27-2017, 09:56 PM

Thanks for all the replies. You guys answered a lot of the questions I had, without even having to ask. Makes me feel less stupid. lol

07-15-2017, 11:44 AM	#1
Spurned Drives: 2013 1LE Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Idaho Posts: 9	Parking Cameras... Anyone have a front camera on their car? I have the rear one, and am looking to install a front one in the near future. Just starting this thread, as I have a few questions, that may get answered before I starting asking stupid ones....

07-15-2017, 08:04 PM	#3
1Coopgt Drives: All Black 2012 1LS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Rochester,NY Posts: 2,042 View My Garage	What's the reason for the camera on the front ? You doing it so you don't run into curbs? If so I installed one of these Brandmotion Curb Alert PRO (5000-CA5) Curb Alert PRO . Works great . __________________ Mods, K&N CAI ,VTC , GM Perf Axleback Exhaust, Elite Eng CC and CSS, GM Strut Tower Brace,Carbon Fiber Anvil Spoiler,ASC T5 Splitter,Gen5diy Foglight kit.

07-16-2017, 01:47 PM	#5
1Coopgt Drives: All Black 2012 1LS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Rochester,NY Posts: 2,042 View My Garage	The curb alert pro is worth it . I think it took me about 30 minutes to install. __________________ Mods, K&N CAI ,VTC , GM Perf Axleback Exhaust, Elite Eng CC and CSS, GM Strut Tower Brace,Carbon Fiber Anvil Spoiler,ASC T5 Splitter,Gen5diy Foglight kit.

07-17-2017, 10:40 AM	#7
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,803 View My Garage	http://www.southerncarparts.com/curb-alert-p-5870.html I would suggest one of these too, easy to install __________________ 2019 SS 1LE - "CaSSandra" 2014 SS - "AleSSandra - Sold" 94 Z28 - Sold Follow the build https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=612717

07-17-2017, 03:05 PM	#8
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,575	I have cameras on the front, back, and both side mirrors. I have an early 2010 model with no backup sensors, so the cameras really help with parking. The side mirrors are angled perfectly to be able to see the painted lines in a parking lot. It all goes into a Kenwood DNN990HD...which is the slowest booting head unit I have ever seen in my life. I think it has a single core tablet CPU from back when tablets first came out. __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI Last edited by InFiD3ViL; 07-17-2017 at 09:41 PM.

07-15-2017, 01:37 PM	#2
Spurned Drives: 2013 1LE Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Idaho Posts: 9	Ok, well thanks for those that viewed. I was looking at one on the Gen5dyi site, and it says that the rearview mirror needs to be replaced with the LCD type, as the Mylink cant display a secondary image. I did find an Dual Link camera interface for factory radios, that offers it as an option. Just curious if anyone knows anything about it? Does it work as advertised, were there problems with interface or what? Any thoughts?

07-15-2017, 08:38 PM	#4
Spurned Drives: 2013 1LE Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Idaho Posts: 9	Actually, that's the exact reason. I bought my current Camaro used, and the front chin was already a little chewed up from the previous owner. I honestly, have tagged it a few times as well, but have purchased a new one to replace it. That also was the site I was looking at, but I tend to read more then actually post, so I wasn't sure if I was allowed to name the website. I apologize for my ignorance.

07-17-2017, 10:37 AM	#6
BOOSTT Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS "Hot Wheels" Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Arizona Posts: 64	I was thinking about doing the same thing, but I can't even get the factory rear camera to work with my Pioneer NEX 8200. Got the harness and the one wire is going to the speed sensor per directions. I just have a black screen when I go into reverse? My harness must be bad..if that could happen? Confused. I have a second camera, but doubt I'll want to deal with this anymore. Took a few hours just to get my wires out of the way enough to get my deck back in last wk. end. Feel like giving up on the cameras. Any suggestions? Toss the factory cam?

07-17-2017, 06:28 PM	#10
jshaf Montani Semper Liberi Drives: 2011 Black 2SS/RS w/ IOM stripes Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Masontown, WV Posts: 4,841	thought you were referring to dual channel dash cam when I first read the thread, if so I have a thinkware F750 hard wired. works fairly well, records when parked, just shuts down a little earlier than I would like and have to reformat the memory card almost weekly which kind of sucks. need to get one of those Korean battery back ups that kick in when you kill the ignition. maybe next year if I can work it in to the budget __________________ Stainless Works 1 7/8 Long Tude Headers, Stainless Works High Flow Cats, Stainless Works Retro Chambered Catback, Z/28 Air Intake, RDP Tuned, FR41 Chrome Rims, 1100W stereo, 35% Tint

07-17-2017, 06:59 PM	#11
Rainbow1616 Drives: 2011 Inferno Orange Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,368	I had the curb alert I never liked it. Too many false positives. Going over speed bumps etc. I ended up selling it and installing a front camera with distance lines. Much prefer to see what is there rather than just hear the beeping.

07-18-2017, 09:54 AM	#12
ticowarbird BOHIC Drives: 2010 Camaro SS "Enola" Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Winter Springs, FL Posts: 562 View My Garage	https://youtu.be/VbNC6aSW1ow This is mine. Have a front and backup cam. Working on splitting the video between the display and a video recorder for some good video clips. __________________ What else can I do to my Camaro?

07-18-2017, 10:20 AM	#13
maddoggyusa Drives: 2013 Camaro Dusk 2SS/6 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,586

07-27-2017, 09:56 PM	#14
Spurned Drives: 2013 1LE Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Idaho Posts: 9	Thanks for all the replies. You guys answered a lot of the questions I had, without even having to ask. Makes me feel less stupid. lol