I just got my 06 H3 home from the dealer. Im already figuring out the custom stuff to put on. One item that I need help on is the rear camera for backup. I opted not to have the dealerinstall since they wanted way too much. Can anyone suggest any kits? What have your experience been using it. I drive in to NYC and feel like I am tryingto park a tank (a good one). I have always had trucks so this is not new to me about parking.

 

easy tiger no need to worry. The stealer [GM] makes a great little device that plugs into your power ports and has 3 lights, they light up when at 10', 5' and 3ft. it's about $350 I'm sure there's aftermarket options out there. Maybe that will help and posibly less than a camera kit

pip

 

http://www.trailduty.com/index.php?o...ff30b&cPath=28

 

i found mine on ebay
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-W...spagenameZWDVW

 

champipple - whoa, easy now tiger,[sm=smiley36.gif] I saw an article that said the sensors are not reliable and that there is no substitute for actually seeing the area behind you while backing.

Cheaper does not = better or reliable

GH

 

Just bought the wireless version from Wal Mart ($98.00) which has 2.5" color monitior. I don't have all the bugs worked out but it seems ok for the money

 

Here are a couple of pics of the backup sensor I installed yesterday. It's been 24 hours and I haven't backed into anything! The system is from Crimestopper and is called the "Backstopper Rear Vehicle Impact Warning System". I tried the Walmart camera and wasn't happy with it and returned it. I like this system a lot better. I have several wholesale connections with consumer electronics manufacturers and distributors. Bought this from a distributor of mine. Cost was approx $50.00.





Here's a description from their website------------------

Peace of Mind:
You can feel safe when putting your vehicle in reverse.

Easy Parking:
Especially for parallel parking Situations.

State-of-the Art Design:
Compact size, using the latest ultra-sonic technology.

Prevent Accidental Impact:
Alerts you to small animals, people or low unseen objects.

Rear View Advantage:
More accurate than back-up cameras.

Extra-Wide Detecting Angle:
Prevent side impacting, convenient for garage parking.


Visual Warning:
Dash Mounted LED Panel with Numeric Distance and Colored LED.

(4) Insert-Type Sensors:
Stylish Factory Look. Can be painted.

Audible Warning:
3 Distinct Beep Tones Notify You of the Distance to an Object.

Interior Alert:
Warning beeper included.

Saves you Money:
Preventing unnecessary accidents save you money due to increased insurance premiums and high repair costs.

 

That looks pretty good. Where did you put the other sensors? I only see on in the pic.

-Alan

 

With your sensors placed like this, I guessed that the other sensor is located at the oppositeangle of the bumper, the area below the spare tire is not covered.

This type of sensors are good for flat bumper, lyke most of the cars got, in that case you have 4 sensors covering abt 250°

for bumpers like ours you should add a rear view camera located below the spare tyre.




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That looks pretty good. What model is that and how did you mount it?

Thanks,
-Alan