whats best option to add a backup camera?

[dave91gt]

Hello all. Have an easy question-searching didnt help much.
Wife just bought an 08 EB. It has the 6 disc, moonroof, backup sensors, dvd, power rear slideout windows, power liftgate, etc. But, she is wanting a backup camera. Preferably in the rearview mirror. Any ideas or recommended options that wont break the bank? My 12 F150 has it in the rearview (no NAV) and it is awesome. She now wants the same.
Thanks ahead of time.

 

[GAINMOB]

you can buy aftermarket with it in the rearview mirror...i'd rather get a new head unit with rearview camera...sooooooooo...you should check crutchfield.com or just search the net/ebay and you'll find a rearview/camera combo easily...no more that $200 and then labor if youre not going to install yourself...

 

[AngryBird]

I'm thinking about doing the rear view camera on mine. Here is what I was looking at. Adds Homelink and keeps the autodimming feature too.

Auto-Dimming Rear Camera Display Mirror system with 3.3-inches Monitor,Homelink and Compass for GM (non-OnStar models),Ford,Chrysler & Toyota - Includes Rear Camera : Amazon.com : Automotive

 

[RI-Matt]

Look into Brandmotion for the mirror and camera. They make a lot of the OEM stuff.

Slimline Factory Auto Dimming Mirror with 3.5" Color Display 9002-9608


Matt

 

[AngryBird]

Look into Brandmotion for the mirror and camera. They make a lot of the OEM stuff.

Slimline Factory Auto Dimming Mirror with 3.5" Color Display 9002-9608


Matt

That one looks really nice. You can find them for $350 too which is much cheaper than the Homelink one I previously posted. Homelink is nice but not $450 nice.

 

[brockncole]

I have a peek and it works great!! I did have to dril a couple holes but it worked!

 

[AngryBird]

Might have to throw in one of these too:

ford emblem camera | eBay

 

[GAINMOB]

i have a link at home for the one that goes in-place of the license plate bulb...i'll post tonight when i get home

 

[AngryBird]

i have a link at home for the one that goes in-place of the license plate bulb...i'll post tonight when i get home

 

[dave91gt]

thanks guys

 

[GAINMOB]

i have a link at home for the one that goes in-place of the license plate bulb...i'll post tonight when i get home

for some reason i deleted it...i think becuz its backordered and has been for months...$130 if i remember right...now i have to find it...cuz i still want it

 

[splintrcel]

Our 2009 expy came with one stock. There might be a way to add it in. You prob have to add some wires and what not. The display is in the mirror and is reflective until you put the truck in reverse.

 

[jasonlmarsh]

for some reason i deleted it...i think becuz its backordered and has been for months...$130 if i remember right...now i have to find it...cuz i still want it

New EL owner here working on the same thing. I found the link you referred to earlier I believe. I'm installing this camera with a Lockpick to get the cam on the Nav screen in my EL. I hope this helps!

Ford Expedition BACKUP CAMERA

 

[rexster314]

New EL owner here working on the same thing. I found the link you referred to earlier I believe. I'm installing this camera with a Lockpick to get the cam on the Nav screen in my EL. I hope this helps!

Ford Expedition BACKUP CAMERA

If you're getting the FIM Lockpick from Coastal, you'll love it.

 

[Discobee]

Will that 2011 camera fit other 3rd generation years too, or is it year specific? I have a 07.

 

[GAINMOB]

New EL owner here working on the same thing. I found the link you referred to earlier I believe. I'm installing this camera with a Lockpick to get the cam on the Nav screen in my EL. I hope this helps!

Ford Expedition BACKUP CAMERA

thats it!!! and $40 cheaper!!!

Will that 2011 camera fit other 3rd generation years too, or is it year specific? I have a 07.

yes it will fit....im putting it on my 04...

 

[Discobee]

Ok, so if I wanted to install one of these guys on a 07 Expy EL with the stock Navigation CD changer radio, will it work? Or what else harness/connectors would I need to make it work with the factory radio? Or do I need to buy and aftermarket radio?

http://www.coastaletech.com/lockpickcameras3.htm

 

[jasonlmarsh]

Ok, so if I wanted to install one of these guys on a 07 Expy EL with the stock Navigation CD changer radio, will it work? Or what else harness/connectors would I need to make it work with the factory radio? Or do I need to buy and aftermarket radio?

LOCKPICK CAMERAS

You would also want to install a Lockpick so that the video signal can be displayed on the Nav screen.
FORD 360 LOCKPICK

 

[Odimus]

I need to find one to hook to my SCT tuner...be great when hooking up the boat...

 

[omantank]

im looking at the ford 360 lockpick for my 07.. its seems awsome and i could hook up a back cam to it