Backup camera alternative

[LasVegas]

I considered installing a backup camera but frankly couldn't see myself starting the engine, go in reverse & then wait for the image and view it before backing up. So I installed an audio system that announces 8' - 5' - 3' - 2' - 1' & CRASH if it sees anything behind you. Nice for parking too. I first had them mounted (tape) on the bumper and then when I installed my tire carrier ended up installing them in the tow hooks. No drilling. Here's a pic of the sensor. Under $100 bucks and about an hour install.

[LasVegas]

I considered installing a backup camera but frankly couldn't see myself starting the engine, go in reverse & then wait for the image and view it before backing up. So I installed an audio system that announces 8' - 5' - 3' - 2' - 1' & CRASH if it sees anything behind you. Nice for parking too. I first had them mounted (tape) on the bumper and then when I installed my tire carrier ended up installing them in the tow hooks. No drilling. Here's a pic of the sensor. Under $100 bucks and about an hour install.

[4churchill]

where do the beeps emit from? do you hear them well in the cab?

[LasVegas]

Has its own speaker mounted right below the rear H2 speaker and yes, hear it fine. And it's not just beeps, it actually "talks" to you in English. Don't know if you can get a Yitish version. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif When you're about to hit something it sounds like a submarine crash diving. Definitly gets your attention. Pretty cool

[4churchill]

hmmmm...sounds pretty cool, i was thinking of mounting a camera, but that might be a better and cheaper alternative....where did you get it?

[LasVegas]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by 4CHURCHILL:
hmmmm...sounds pretty cool, i was thinking of mounting a camera, but that might be a better and cheaper alternative....where did you get it? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Here's the cheapest place & you can actually hear a demo (english not yitish). http://www.tornadofuelsaver.com/vdi/index.php?PHPSESSID=bb7754a6cbc26b4abb6fa78f84c60f 2f

You can also buy it at www.autotoys.com (http://www.autotoys.com) but more expensive.

Just an alternative to the camera.

[4churchill]

thanks for the info, watching osbourne's rerun, once im done ill check it out!! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[HUMMERcustoms.com/TAZ]

Thanks Jonahs
I saved the link. I wish I had seen this before I went and bought camera. The only good thing is i can mount it and and watch TV or play DVD on it. I was going to put a manual switch for the camera so i can turn it on without being in reverse and waiting for picture. I'm thinking I may do the sensor as well. I may forget the camera. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

TAZ

[Fubar]

jonahs, cool find thanks for the info. I do wish it would announce a little bit closer distance. I was out and had to park on the street at a meter when I got back there was a Honda parked about 6 inches from going under my rear bumper and some other import parked in front of me. I had a hard time getting out of the sandwich without hitting anyone. I guess I could have put in reverse and hit the gas. The H2 is high enough to roll over most imports. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Johnny T]

I might be able to get those for about $80 each plus shipping aprx. $10. That would save us about 20% off.

Let me find out and see from my friend. Who is interested let me know so I know how much to get.

[HUMMERcustoms.com/TAZ]

I'll take one set Johnny T.
Taz

[Johnny T]

I got 6 of these but I will be taking one. So there are 5 available for who ever wants one.

$80 + $5 shipping ( USPS Priority Mail )

Johnny

[HUMMERcustoms.com/TAZ]

Johnny T
I got My check in the mail. Did I give You shipping address in the PM. I forgot if I did.

Thanks For All Your Help!!

TAZ (Rick)

[Johnny T]

Yes I did, I will send it out to you tomorrow, Friday, March 11.

[Dewi2005]

LasVegas,

This is a great setup and I was able to get one of the units from JohnnyT (Thanks John!!). Anyway, can you provide additional details on where you placed the 'box' and routing of wires etc. Im anxious to install this but figured it would be good to gain input from a true experienced installer. Thanks in advance

[Johnny T]

Hi Dewi2005,

Just got my truck back from the dealer and installed this unit already. Attached are pics from the installation. Maybe this might give you another idea.

[Johnny T]

rear passenger side

[Fubar]

whats on the other end? just a buzzer, some anoying gong, perhaps a digital readout of distance to object?

[LasVegas]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Fubar00:
whats on the other end? just a buzzer, some anoying gong, perhaps a digital readout of distance to object? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Fubar....it activates a voice starting @ 8 feet, then 5 feet, then 3 feet, then 12 inches, then CRASH!!! CRASH! CRASH!!!! Works quite well & I rely on mind very much & very accurate.

[LasVegas]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Dewi2005:
LasVegas,

This is a great setup and I was able to get one of the units from JohnnyT (Thanks John!!). Anyway, can you provide additional details on where you placed the 'box' and routing of wires etc. Im anxious to install this but figured it would be good to gain input from a true experienced installer. Thanks in advance </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Here's a doctored pic of where I installed mine before tire carrier. I didn't want to drill so I ran behind center panel, then up & behind rear side trim. I mounted the speaker at the front of the side trim. If you need more info let me know.

[tower]

Oy vey is Meer!

Just for the record, the correct spelling is Yiddish.

Yid·dish ( P ) Pronunciation Key (ydsh)
n.
The language historically of Ashkenazic Jews of Central and Eastern Europe, resulting from a fusion of elements derived principally from medieval German dialects and secondarily from Hebrew and Aramaic, various Slavic languages, and Old French and Old Italian.


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[Yiddish yidish, Jewish, Yiddish, from Middle High German jüdisch, Jewish, from jude, jüde, Jew, from Old High German judo, from Latin Idaeus. See Jew.]
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Yiddish adj.

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Yiddish

n : a dialect of High German including some Hebrew and other words; spoken in Europe as a vernacular by many Jews; written in the Hebrew script [syn: Yiddish]


Zay Gizoont!

[LasVegas]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by tower:
Oy vey is Meer!

Just for the record, the correct spelling is Yiddish.

Yid·dish ( P ) Pronunciation Key (ydsh)
n.
The language historically of Ashkenazic Jews of Central and Eastern Europe, resulting from a fusion of elements derived principally from medieval German dialects and secondarily from Hebrew and Aramaic, various Slavic languages, and Old French and Old Italian.


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[Yiddish yidish, Jewish, Yiddish, from Middle High German jüdisch, Jewish, from jude, jüde, Jew, from Old High German judo, from Latin Idaeus. See Jew.]
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Yiddish adj.

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Yiddish

n : a dialect of High German including some Hebrew and other words; spoken in Europe as a vernacular by many Jews; written in the Hebrew script [syn: Yiddish]


Zay Gizoont! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Huh http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

[tower]

Oy vey is Meer! (lit. Woe is me ~~ Oh my goodness)

Zay Gizoont! (lit. Be Healthy! ~~ Be Well)

[TheWB]

Here is an interesting alternative:
Backup Sensor (http://extremecarvideo.com/product_info.php/products_id/1110)

[Dewi2005]

Hey JohnnyT and LasVegas

Thank you both for this info... It is snowing here at the moment, http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif so once I can get a chance to install my sensors etc. I will try to provide some pictures and hopefully help spread your ideas further. Thanks Again!