We have had a few issues with trucks, cars, motorbikes, etc coming up behind us without knowledge. We have decided that we should instal a review camera, rather that a revearsing camera to keep an eye on what's coming up behind us. I can see situations out in the outback where things like road trains can put you in a difficult place if you don't see them first.
Can anyone tell me of a suitable review camera suitable for this application. I have seen enough comments about radio links to know that a hard wired one is more suitable. Anyway we would appreciate tour comments, like brands,etc
briche
goinsoon said
08:42 PM May 27, 2011
I think a rear view camera would work better than a review camera briche!
ooops!!
briche said
08:50 PM May 27, 2011
oops, sorry for that. That' what happens when you do things like that when you should be going to bed after a long day.
-- Edited by briche on Friday 27th of May 2011 08:51:10 PM
elliemike said
09:34 AM May 28, 2011
briche wrote:
We have had a few issues with trucks, cars, motorbikes, etc coming up behind us without knowledge. We have decided that we should instal a review camera, rather that a revearsing camera to keep an eye on what's coming up behind us. I can see situations out in the outback where things like road trains can put you in a difficult place if you don't see them first. Can anyone tell me of a suitable review camera suitable for this application. I have seen enough comments about radio links to know that a hard wired one is more suitable. Anyway we would appreciate tour comments, like brands,etc briche
Hi Briche,
If you click on "Search" (top centre of page) and type in "Camera", or maybe "reversing" or Reversing Camera etc.
You will get the various posts and queries regarding this subject.
Fitted cameras to two vehicles so far. Not realy a big deal. But I would reccomend paying a bit more for a camera. Also specify "Reversing" or "Rear View"
As the reversing type camera is usually wider angle (good forreversing) and gives a distorted image if used for Rear View.
For instance, a Kenworth truck can look like it is a kilometre behind you, when it is only a hundred metres in reality.
Regards
Mike
briche said
10:23 AM May 28, 2011
Thanks guys for the info. Plenty of info now just have to sort it all out.
Be happy and safe
briche
johnc said
03:52 AM Jun 3, 2011
Hi Briche , have a rearview cam on our motorhome and is invaluable on the road as we can see if someone wants to overtake ( Especially B Doubles on the Nullabour ). Enables you to signal them when is clear to overtake and you can move over in advance which they really appreciate. Can distort distance but you get used to it.Brilliant when wet as can see nothing in mirrors but its all on cam. Also fun to watch how people in cars creep up REALLY close behind WHY ??? Can't advise on brands but guess as with most things buyer beware and you only get what you pay for ! Happy travelling to you.
I think a rear view camera would work better than a review camera briche!
ooops!!
-- Edited by briche on Friday 27th of May 2011 08:51:10 PM
Hi Briche , have a rearview cam on our motorhome and is invaluable on the road as we can see if someone wants to overtake ( Especially B Doubles on the Nullabour ). Enables you to signal them when is clear to overtake and you can move over in advance which they really appreciate. Can distort distance but you get used to it.Brilliant when wet as can see nothing in mirrors but its all on cam. Also fun to watch how people in cars creep up REALLY close behind WHY ??? Can't advise on brands but guess as with most things buyer beware and you only get what you pay for ! Happy travelling to you.