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11-05-2012, 11:43 PM
Pal

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I am looking for an unusual mod for my RT Ltd.

I want to mount a very small camera on/in the trunk pointing backwards so I can see traffic behind me (something like a back up camera but able to see farther than 30' and have IR), the monitor will be mounted on the cowling between the dash and windshield.

So far every place that sells this type of equipment tell me it can't be done or the camera alone is going to cost over $1000, and about $500 for a monitor.

any ideas?

thx
11-06-2012, 01:01 AM
r1100rider

[QUOTEThere is lots of stuff like that for rv's simple ones that are wireless and use a license plate bolt for the camera and are 199 or less
11-06-2012, 03:15 AM
lookerjdc

just google 'backup video camera"

http://www.amazon.com/Dashboard-Came...189001&sr=1-12

http://compare.ebay.com/like/1209985...Types&var=sbar

http://www.ebay.com/itm/3-5-TFT-LCD-...3117%26ps%3D54

http://www.squidoo.com/install-backup-camera

http://www.qualitymobilevideo.com/ca...a-systems.html

etc,etc, etc
11-06-2012, 08:41 AM
Pal

most back up cameras are either too big or don't see far enough behind to be of any good for what I am looking for

the licence plate style are no good as the are too low and would look like crap mounted on the trunk

I need a high rez camera and monitor about 4"x6" or so
11-06-2012, 09:08 AM
kyspyder

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Contact CYNCYSPYDER he has all the details you need.
11-06-2012, 10:05 AM
Bob Denman

Maybe CincySpyder?... (Dave)
He's got a setup that he uses to keep an eye on Teddy.
11-06-2012, 10:08 AM
lookerjdc

check out Phils mod: http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...l-s-Mods/page7

scroll down the page and you will find his camera installation
11-06-2012, 12:54 PM
DR Buck

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pal

I am looking for an unusual mod for my RT Ltd.

So far every place that sells this type of equipment tell me it can't be done or the camera alone is going to cost over $1000, and about $500 for a monitor.

:agree: This is correct. To get distance with any appreciable field of view and resolution you are looking at complex optics and sensors. That cost $$$$. IR looking back is a waste of $$$. Anyone pulling up behind you with headlights on will saturate the IR sensor and possibly destroy it and all you will see on the display is bright white spots.

Use your mirrors to see what's behind and keep your eyes on the road in front of you.
11-06-2012, 01:06 PM
Bob Denman

But it IS fun to put it in reverse at Stoplights and watch the eyeballs behind you get REAL big... :shocked:
11-06-2012, 01:07 PM
Bob Denman

Duane... Is that you??? :shocked: :roflblack:
11-08-2012, 02:16 PM
WackyDan

Also look up rear view cameras for travel trailers.
11-09-2012, 08:40 AM
nhoj

You are in "Western Canada", a rather large area !!
Check Canadian Tire, they have 3 Backup Cameras under $200.
Also Costco.ca lists one for $69.99 and looks like the ones on Ebay.

John
11-16-2012, 11:09 AM
vt228

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pal

I am looking for an unusual mod for my RT Ltd.

I want to mount a very small camera on/in the trunk pointing backwards so I can see traffic behind me (something like a back up camera but able to see farther than 30' and have IR), the monitor will be mounted on the cowling between the dash and windshield.

So far every place that sells this type of equipment tell me it can't be done or the camera alone is going to cost over $1000, and about $500 for a monitor.

any ideas?

thx

they have one at wal mart goes on liceplate wire liss ties into your running lights you can see great have one on truck and bike
11-16-2012, 01:10 PM
SPYD3R

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NUTZ

b4 u go NUTZ wit drill'n holes in u'r Tupperware for mount'n u'r cam... find an existing 'fastener' on your SPYD3R that u can utilize for mount'n...

mine is a SPORTS CAM, n i found the ideal spot for it, left side just b'lo the R-Vu mirror... mine looks forward, which duzn't mat'a... resale value goes waaaaaaaaaaaaay down when u try 2 sell it wit HOLES in it... good luck with u'r mod... :clap: post some pix afta it's finish'd...
11-28-2012, 10:37 AM
Bob Denman

Hammacher-Schlemmer (SP?) is listing a rearview camera for bicycle use in their latest catalog... A possibilty perhaps? :dontknow:
11-29-2012, 09:25 PM
my3gs

I have a GoPro on my right front mirror the video is great!! going to look at x-mass lights soon. i mite mount it to look back just to see what it looks like.
11-29-2012, 09:58 PM
RTVIPER

GoPro

Quote:

Originally Posted by my3gs

I have a GoPro on my right front mirror the video is great!! going to look at x-mass lights soon. i mite mount it to look back just to see what it looks like.

I've been wanting to mount my GoPro directly on my :spyder2: but am not sure where the best place would be. Do you have any pics of how you mounted it on the right front mirror and maybe a video? Thanks.
11-30-2012, 06:23 AM
my3gs

i wiil get a pic for ya and a video if i can figerout how to get it on here :joke: i used a mount with a slight curve put it on the right side so i could turn it on an off easly.i just got a suction cup for it so i mite try an face it backwords just to see what it looks like:yes:
11-30-2012, 01:55 PM
RTVIPER

Quote:

Originally Posted by my3gs

i wiil get a pic for ya and a video if i can figerout how to get it on here :joke: i used a mount with a slight curve put it on the right side so i could turn it on an off easly.i just got a suction cup for it so i mite try an face it backwords just to see what it looks like:yes:

Appreciate it. :2thumbs: Was the curved mount the curved helmet mount that came with the GoPro?
12-02-2012, 08:45 PM
my3gs

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Here is a pic of my mount am working on a video
12-02-2012, 09:58 PM
RTVIPER

GoPro Mount

Thank you for the pic. :) It is the curved helmet mount you used. I'm not crazy about the mount being a permanent fixture on the mirror. The suction cup mount seems to be the way to go. More options for placement available on :spyder2:.