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Black_SS10 · 03-23-2017, 09:28 AM

Hello all. Looking for some advice and guidance on dash cams. Preferably a kit that has a front a rear camera. I am researching myself, just hoping for some experience with these will chime in. Thanks!

Tri-Nads Racing · 03-23-2017, 10:23 AM

I use the BlackVue DR650GW-2Ch. I like it. I've had an iTronics before that which lasted years before I upgraded to the BlackVue. I've seen them go for couple hunderd bucks off on amazon before.

Black_SS10 · 03-23-2017, 11:03 AM

Thanks for the reply. I looked at the Blackvue. I like what I have read except for some mixed reviews. Do the two cameras communicate wireless?

tomlink · 03-23-2017, 11:14 AM

Check Consumer Reports. They tested several systems in maybe the February issue.

cmack · 03-23-2017, 11:47 AM

I have not bought it yet but this is the one I am considering:
Rexing V1P 2.4
https://www.amazon.com/Channel-Dashb...dp/B01EX8ATKK/

Front and read camera

KI4NPZ · 03-23-2017, 11:55 AM

I have also been interested in finding a good dash cam. The other day I was walking through Costco and came across this device:
https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/552032

The price is actually cheaper than previously mentioned BlackVue, although it does not have a rear recording camera. It does however support an add-on wireless backup camera that can switch on automatically (wired to backup lamp) or manually. Also provides some additional camera-enhanced nav features such as looking for house numbers, alerting when the traffic ahead starts moving, and pre-collision alert.

Lil' Nasty · 03-23-2017, 11:59 AM

I bought this one https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Using it for the DD since someone almost hit me head on the other day. the camera itself is very nice for the price and haven't had any problems/complaints so far.

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KI4NPZ · 03-23-2017, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmack

I have not bought it yet but this is the one I am considering:
Rexing V1P 2.4
https://www.amazon.com/Channel-Dashb...dp/B01EX8ATKK/

Front and read camera

The price is tempting on that model, but I did not like some of the review comments.

littlewing57 · 03-23-2017, 12:25 PM

Isn't it a shame that we need to consider this level of protection?? What a drag...

Tri-Nads Racing · 03-23-2017, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black_SS10

Thanks for the reply. I looked at the Blackvue. I like what I have read except for some mixed reviews. Do the two cameras communicate wireless?

No. They are connected by a cable. The unit as a whole has wifi capability and can connect to your phone or to the cloud. You can get live footage or access recorded footage from your phone or any computer.

You don't even notice that its there. It blends in with my mirror and the rear camera is a third of the size as the front. So it doesn't block any of your view in the rear.

Scalded Dog · 03-23-2017, 01:02 PM

I have a couple of Falcon Zero 360s... front and rear cameras. Great camera in my Silverado and my Blazer... but, the rear window of the Camaro is just a tiny glow of light at the end of a tunnel, according to the rear- facing video the camera produces there... nothing but glare/ washout.

So, I got a couple of Cobras for the Camaro (and my other vehicle). They only face forward... video is good, but the errors, glitches and failures have convinced me to never trust Cobra again. These things probably actually WORK about 50% of the time, and that's with constant maintenance, monitoring, resetting, and cursing.

So... still looking for better cameras...

Roasstum1 · 03-23-2017, 01:03 PM

Falcon zero

BostiPB · 03-23-2017, 01:23 PM

Although it is not a 2 channel camera, I have the Street Guardian SG9665GC v3.

https://www.amazon.com/Street-Guardi...ds=SG9665GC+v3

I chose it after doing some research and I really like it. Its a great size and it is nice that it includes a CPL filter. It also has really good video at night.

Black_SS10 · 03-23-2017, 01:52 PM

Good input here. Is there no good camera for the rear window? Someone mentioned it gets a lot of glare. What about on a tinted window?

03-23-2017, 09:28 AM	#1
Black_SS10 SomeguyK Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: FL Posts: 1,947	Dash cam Hello all. Looking for some advice and guidance on dash cams. Preferably a kit that has a front a rear camera. I am researching myself, just hoping for some experience with these will chime in. Thanks! __________________ TMS 427, Dart iron Block, Forged assembly, Frankenstien heads, AGP TT 62/62 BB turbo's, AGP/Fore triple fuel system, Tilton clutch, Holley 1 7/8 shorties, Technostalgia tail lights,Oracle, Aeroforce, MGW shifter,Flowmaster, Pegasus subframe bushings,BMR trailing & toe arms,Z28 UCA bushings,Zl1 rear sway bar,Prothane,BMR,Goodridge brake lines,Ridetech HQ coilovers,3.91,Trutrac,billet caps,DSS axles,HE offest,built TR6060,1LE diffuser,Havoc spoiler,SSclones,20in MRR 017, Pirelli P Zero, Nitto NT555RII More to come.

03-23-2017, 11:03 AM	#3
Black_SS10 SomeguyK Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: FL Posts: 1,947	Thanks for the reply. I looked at the Blackvue. I like what I have read except for some mixed reviews. Do the two cameras communicate wireless? __________________ TMS 427, Dart iron Block, Forged assembly, Frankenstien heads, AGP TT 62/62 BB turbo's, AGP/Fore triple fuel system, Tilton clutch, Holley 1 7/8 shorties, Technostalgia tail lights,Oracle, Aeroforce, MGW shifter,Flowmaster, Pegasus subframe bushings,BMR trailing & toe arms,Z28 UCA bushings,Zl1 rear sway bar,Prothane,BMR,Goodridge brake lines,Ridetech HQ coilovers,3.91,Trutrac,billet caps,DSS axles,HE offest,built TR6060,1LE diffuser,Havoc spoiler,SSclones,20in MRR 017, Pirelli P Zero, Nitto NT555RII More to come.

03-23-2017, 11:55 AM	#6
KI4NPZ Drives: 2014 1LS Silver Ice Metallic Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Poulsbo, WA Posts: 24	I have also been interested in finding a good dash cam. The other day I was walking through Costco and came across this device: https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/552032 The price is actually cheaper than previously mentioned BlackVue, although it does not have a rear recording camera. It does however support an add-on wireless backup camera that can switch on automatically (wired to backup lamp) or manually. Also provides some additional camera-enhanced nav features such as looking for house numbers, alerting when the traffic ahead starts moving, and pre-collision alert. __________________ Last edited by KI4NPZ; 03-23-2017 at 12:12 PM.

03-23-2017, 11:59 AM	#7
Lil' Nasty [COTW 4/13/15] Drives: Supercharged LLT Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 5,957	Dash cam I bought this one https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Using it for the DD since someone almost hit me head on the other day. the camera itself is very nice for the price and haven't had any problems/complaints so far. __________________ LiL' Nasty's Build Journal

03-23-2017, 01:23 PM	#13
BostiPB Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Rockaway, NJ Posts: 129 View My Garage	Although it is not a 2 channel camera, I have the Street Guardian SG9665GC v3. https://www.amazon.com/Street-Guardi...ds=SG9665GC+v3 I chose it after doing some research and I really like it. Its a great size and it is nice that it includes a CPL filter. It also has really good video at night. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS - Red Rock Metallic - Kooks Headers, Corsa Extreme, Factory Reproductions Z28 Rims, Pedders Coilovers, JDP Clutch Reservoir, Summit Racing Line Lock, GM Strut Brace, GM low profile splash guards, Roto-fab CAI, Oracle Ghosted Sidemarker Lights & Concept Mirrors, ZL1 Side Skirts, MGW Flat Stick Shifter, BMR Subframe Connectors, Eaton Truetrac, Yukon 4.11s, GForce Renegade Axles, Speedmaster79 Diff Cover, Offset Diff Bushings, Every Suspension Bushing Front & Rear Replaced with BMR Poly Bushings - 421HP 412TQ

03-23-2017, 10:23 AM	#2
Tri-Nads Racing More Balls Than You Drives: 2012 2SS/RS / 1969 Camaro 427 SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 58	I use the BlackVue DR650GW-2Ch. I like it. I've had an iTronics before that which lasted years before I upgraded to the BlackVue. I've seen them go for couple hunderd bucks off on amazon before.

03-23-2017, 11:14 AM	#4
tomlink Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: New Bern, NC Posts: 953 View My Garage	Check Consumer Reports. They tested several systems in maybe the February issue.

03-23-2017, 11:47 AM	#5
cmack Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 196 View My Garage	I have not bought it yet but this is the one I am considering: Rexing V1P 2.4 https://www.amazon.com/Channel-Dashb...dp/B01EX8ATKK/ Front and read camera

03-23-2017, 12:25 PM	#9
littlewing57 Drives: 2013 Camaro RS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Michigan Posts: 44	Isn't it a shame that we need to consider this level of protection?? What a drag...

03-23-2017, 01:02 PM	#11
Scalded Dog Drives: 2011 1LT Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Crestline, CA Posts: 3,029	I have a couple of Falcon Zero 360s... front and rear cameras. Great camera in my Silverado and my Blazer... but, the rear window of the Camaro is just a tiny glow of light at the end of a tunnel, according to the rear- facing video the camera produces there... nothing but glare/ washout. So, I got a couple of Cobras for the Camaro (and my other vehicle). They only face forward... video is good, but the errors, glitches and failures have convinced me to never trust Cobra again. These things probably actually WORK about 50% of the time, and that's with constant maintenance, monitoring, resetting, and cursing. So... still looking for better cameras...

03-23-2017, 01:03 PM	#12
Roasstum1 EbonyCamaro Drives: Black SS 14 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Kansas Posts: 337 View My Garage	Falcon zero

03-23-2017, 01:52 PM	#14
Black_SS10 SomeguyK Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: FL Posts: 1,947	Good input here. Is there no good camera for the rear window? Someone mentioned it gets a lot of glare. What about on a tinted window? __________________ TMS 427, Dart iron Block, Forged assembly, Frankenstien heads, AGP TT 62/62 BB turbo's, AGP/Fore triple fuel system, Tilton clutch, Holley 1 7/8 shorties, Technostalgia tail lights,Oracle, Aeroforce, MGW shifter,Flowmaster, Pegasus subframe bushings,BMR trailing & toe arms,Z28 UCA bushings,Zl1 rear sway bar,Prothane,BMR,Goodridge brake lines,Ridetech HQ coilovers,3.91,Trutrac,billet caps,DSS axles,HE offest,built TR6060,1LE diffuser,Havoc spoiler,SSclones,20in MRR 017, Pirelli P Zero, Nitto NT555RII More to come.