Belly cam install

black pearl

black pearl

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Someone had mentioned I should do a wright up, for the install I did. So here goes my attempt at that.
All photos were done after the fact. I got a camera kit that included a screen and two cameras. One forward facing and one reverse camera.
I started out by running my power and A/V line through the firewall. I used the grommet to the right of the break master cylinder. IMG_1086.jpg I then installed my switch to the right of my steering column , the small toggle switch. IMG_1087.jpg I then ran my wiring up the side of the dash behind the sport cage. It could also be hidden behind the A pillar trim. IMG_1081.jpgIMG_1082.jpgIMG_1079.jpg I then placed the monitor in the spot of my likings, also in a area that I wouldn't need to take my eyes off the trail to much. IMG_1078.jpg moving under the jeep I used a stepped drill bit and drilled a 3/4" hole in the face of the transmission crossmember (the camera came with a flush mount ring)IMG_1026.jpg IMG_1083.jpgI then ran the power and A/V lines through the crossmember IMG_1084.jpg and tuck them up inside for safe keeping once plugged in IMG_1085.jpg and a shot with the monitor on. There is some white out, but I'm still able to see what the front wheels are going to hit. I placed a box about 12" in front of drivers wheel and my drill is in front of the passenger wheel. IMG_1028.jpg it's a pretty straight forward install. Hope this helps someone and makes sense [emoji16]🤙


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This is awesome. Definitely going to try this out. Thanks for the write up. What camera did you use?
 
MSJKU11 said:
This is awesome. Definitely going to try this out. Thanks for the write up. What camera did you use?
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I find it useful as I'm either out front or on solo trips a lot. It's also a little easier to keep track of all the rocks [emoji23]
I got a top tear pro. Not expensive I think I payed 30 bucks total.

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That's a cool idea. Are the cameras waterproof?
I also recommend wrapping the connectors in weatherproof electrical tape. Those that came in your camera will not last long getting wet and dirty.

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That's really cool. Do you have a link for the camera. I may do something like that.
 
I like how you installed the camera. I would waterproof the RCA connectors that come off of the camera.

I installed a waterproof forward camera when I got my new head unit because it has an input for a rear camera and a front camera. I ended up installing the forward camera under my front bumper where it’s tucked up and less likely to get damaged.
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There isn’t anything special about my forward camera, it’s simply a waterproof back-up camera that I bought on Amazon and installed it up front.
 
Sahara_Maverick said:
That's a cool idea. Are the cameras waterproof?
I also recommend wrapping the connectors in weatherproof electrical tape. Those that came in your camera will not last long getting wet and dirty.

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the camera is waterproof, it's been submerged more times then I'd like to admit.
Wrapping the wires is on the to do list. I mean it only took me six months to make this a permanent install, so hopefully that will be done by summer [emoji57][emoji23]

WJCO said:
That's really cool. Do you have a link for the camera. I may do something like that.
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I guess I lied I bout the two cameras separate
Backup Camera and Monitor Kit for Car, GerTong Universal Waterproof Rear View License Plate Car Backup Camera + 4.3 Inches LCD Monitor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ID1OVRA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_YEswAbQTJE41G
Forward facing cam. #1 Best TOPTIERPRO Hidden Mini Camera - TTP-C12B Multi-Functional Car Rear View / Front View / Side View Reverse Backup Camera & Spy Camera https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018800TR2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zGswAb1PASJSQ


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MattAlpha said:
I like how you installed the camera. I would waterproof the RCA connectors that come off of the camera.

I installed a waterproof forward camera when I got my new head unit because it has an input for a rear camera and a front camera. I ended up installing the forward camera under my front bumper where it’s tucked up and less likely to get damaged.
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There isn’t anything special about my forward camera, it’s simply a waterproof back-up camera that I bought on Amazon and installed it up front.
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I thought about putting mine there, but wanted to be able to see my front dif and wheels. I started out with a reverse camera but quickly noticed that they send the video feed backwards, unless it's a model to do both.


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black pearl said:
I thought about putting mine there, but wanted to be able to see my front dif and wheels. I started out with a reverse camera but quickly noticed that they send the video feed backwards, unless it's a model to do both.


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My camera sends the picture signal “backwards / as a mirror image” too. I was able to flip the image in my head unit to show the picture properly.

I also wanted to see the my axle, C’s and wheels too to help spot myself, but I didn’t think to install like you did. I like your choice of location, I may move mine in the future. Thank you for your write-up! It’s always great to see how someone else figured out how to do something.
 
MSJKU11 said:
Thanks. For the wiring challenged, how did you wire in the switch? Did it come with one or buy one for it. I can probably figure it out if I knew which one you used.
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Power line coming from battery to switch. Then from switch to unit.
I bought the switch at a auto parts store as it didn't come with one.


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MattAlpha said:
My camera sends the picture signal “backwards / as a mirror image” too. I was able to flip the image in my head unit to show the picture properly.

I also wanted to see the my axle, C’s and wheels too to help spot myself, but I didn’t think to install like you did. I like your choice of location, I may move mine in the future. Thank you for your write-up! It’s always great to see how someone else figured out how to do something.
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That's nice that you could flip the image! I didn't have that option [emoji17]


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black pearl said:
the camera is waterproof, it's been submerged more times then I'd like to admit.
Wrapping the wires is on the to do list. I mean it only took me six months to make this a permanent install, so hopefully that will be done by summer [emoji57][emoji23]



I guess I lied I bout the two cameras separate
Backup Camera and Monitor Kit for Car, GerTong Universal Waterproof Rear View License Plate Car Backup Camera + 4.3 Inches LCD Monitor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ID1OVRA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_YEswAbQTJE41G
Forward facing cam. #1 Best TOPTIERPRO Hidden Mini Camera - TTP-C12B Multi-Functional Car Rear View / Front View / Side View Reverse Backup Camera & Spy Camera https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018800TR2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zGswAb1PASJSQ


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So that front camera plugs into that monitor?
 
Thanks for the write up! Can’t figure out if something like this can be used on a stock Nav system or not[emoji848]
Looks to be handy as hell though[emoji106]


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