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Title: Side camera installation
Post by: Chuck Pearson on December 06, 2012, 09:24:05 am
I'm considering adding side cameras as I have the auto switching capability in the new monitor I installed.  I'm familiar with the little housed cameras that mount on side of coach, but was wondering if anyone had ever installed the small cylindrical cameras in the mirror itself-by having mirrors diamond drilled.  Seems like I've seen it somewhere....

Chuck
Title: Re: Side camera installation
Post by: tothetrail on December 06, 2012, 11:21:39 am
That does sound like a good idea and it would look much better to have them installed in the mirrors.

The only disadvantage I can see is if you are maneuvering through a tight space or gate opening and have to bring in the mirrors, it would be really nice to have the cameras mounted on the sides.
Title: Re: Side camera installation
Post by: Bill Willett on December 06, 2012, 11:54:49 am
I don't think it would be a good idea, if it is a heated mirror.
Title: Re: Side camera installation
Post by: Jerry Whiteaker on December 06, 2012, 06:10:06 pm
I think it would be good to check first if there is enough room for the camera wiring through the mirror arm before drilling any holes.  Sounds like an excellent way to mount the camera though. 
Title: Re: Side camera installation
Post by: Steve & Kathy B on December 06, 2012, 06:15:47 pm
I have to say that I had side cameras on my SOB and really never relied on them, but instead used the mirrors.  Just food for thought...
Title: Re: Side camera installation
Post by: Brad Metzger (RIP) on December 06, 2012, 06:38:51 pm
                 Chuck ; the 06 Phenix we had came out of the box with side  cameras that  were mounted on side of the coach close to where the mirrows are mounted This worked verry well .                            Brad metzger