Hard Wiring In A Rear View Camera

Dorset Bob · 19th September 2014, 10:51

I am looking at wiring in a rear view camera from the rear number plate light to the DD unit.
Rather than the wireless version, I plan to hard wire it.

Has anyone got any suggestions on the best (easiest

) way to run the wiring through the car?

Many thanks!

klarzy · 19th September 2014, 10:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dorset Bob

I am looking at wiring in a rear view camera from the rear number plate light to the DD unit.
Rather than the wireless version, I plan to hard wire it.

Has anyone got any suggestions on the best (easiest

) way to run the wiring through the car?

Many thanks!

for me it was boot lid, rear pillar, roof, A pillar, dash...

Least parts to remove to hide the wiring

trimani · 19th September 2014, 11:15

Hi Bob

Is there any particular reason that you want to go for the hard wired version.

I have got the WiFi version. Works brilliantly, and a lot less hassle fitting.

Cheers

trimani (Alf)

Dorset Bob · 19th September 2014, 12:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by klarzy

for me it was boot lid, rear pillar, roof, A pillar, dash...

Least parts to remove to hide the wiring

Seems like a good plan.

I have the optional air bags in the A pillars, so I will have to be careful in that area.

Quote:

Originally Posted by trimani

Hi Bob

Is there any particular reason that you want to go for the hard wired version.

I have got the WiFi version. Works brilliantly, and a lot less hassle fitting.

Cheers

trimani (Bob)

Hi Alf, I managed to acquire a wired one at a very good price.

The other option might be to get a transmitter and receiver for it.

coolcat · 19th September 2014, 12:33

My preference is for hard wired ( sorry Sean

)
You can go as Klarzy says under the head lining or you can go under the door treads and up if you want to avoid the A trim air bags, either way works fine Bob

Godfer · 19th September 2014, 12:36

I have installed the wireless version, alas the interference is hugely disappointing.

rashi_g_h · 19th September 2014, 12:38

Look at my car thread.
I have hardwired it on my car.
Also done it on friends Saloon in CZ.

Would be more than happy to help you out if you want.

Sjonnie · 20th September 2014, 06:38

I followed this thread: http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=122701

Most difficult was getting the wires through the rubber hose.

coolcat · 20th September 2014, 06:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sjonnie

I followed this thread: http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=122701

Most difficult was getting the wires through the rubber hose.

Washing up liquid is your friend for that bit

Sjonnie · 20th September 2014, 07:28

Finally decided to use a bit of WD40. Smooth!

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