No spoiler. Best place to mount reverse camera? - Toyota Yaris Forums

IsLNdbOi · 03-30-2011, 04:00 AM

I want to install a reverse / rear-view camera. Problem is, I don't know where to install it. I do not like those license plate frame cameras or cameras that mount down there. It's too low.

I'd like to mount the camera up high, but I don't have a spoiler to hide the camera in.

Anyone have suggestions / advice / recommendations?

apro · 03-30-2011, 06:42 AM

I already see in the rear bumper...

kosy_m · 03-30-2011, 07:31 AM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Car-R...#ht_2471wt_939
http://cgi.ebay.com/TOYOTA-YARIS-CCD...#ht_3123wt_905

IsLNdbOi · 03-30-2011, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by apro

I already see in the rear bumper...

That's still too low.

Quote:

Originally Posted by kosy_m

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Car-R...#ht_2471wt_939
http://cgi.ebay.com/TOYOTA-YARIS-CCD...#ht_3123wt_905

I was asking for a recommendation / advice on where to mount a camera, not for actual cameras.

*tk-421* · 03-30-2011, 02:13 PM

The cleanest way would probably be to remove the trunk keyhole assembly and use that hole for the camera. The obvious downside of that approach is that one would need an alternate way to open the trunk, such as with a door popper. This is what I am planning to do myself.

OTOH the rear camera kit that I got came with a drill bit that will let you make a hole pretty much anywhere, so that opens up a few other install options.

IsLNdbOi · 03-30-2011, 02:19 PM

Thanks tk. That's cool that it comes with a drill bit, but I'd be scared to drill a hole on the outside if my Yaris.

That's a really cheap camera. Does it work well? I see some comments about condensation getting into the lens.

CTScott · 03-30-2011, 02:29 PM

I would try mounting it to the side of the middle brake light, with the lens right against the glass.

*tk-421* · 03-30-2011, 02:43 PM

I haven't installed the camera yet, but I did hook it up to a video capture card and it works pretty well indoors, both with light and in the dark.

I am 99% sure that the condensation issue (if it even happens) can be avoided by adding an extra sealant such as gasket maker before installing it. I personally think it was worth the extra risk, but as always YMMV.

IsLNdbOi · 03-31-2011, 02:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTScott

I would try mounting it to the side of the middle brake light, with the lens right against the glass.

Actually, I like this idea. Keeps the camera safe inside the car too. Wonder how it would look though if I get the back window tinted...

CTScott · 03-31-2011, 07:55 AM

SuperCircuits sells some very tiny cameras with pin hole lenses. With rear tint, you could cut a 1/16" pin hole in the tint, for the camera lens:

http://www.supercircuits.com/Securit...Video-Cameras/

IsLNdbOi · 03-31-2011, 08:04 AM

I guess if I get tint I can ask the tint shop to cut a hole in the tint just for the camera before they put the tint on.

IsLNdbOi · 04-01-2011, 07:07 AM

I'm actually interested in the Kenwood CMOS-300 because of its really wide viewing angles. I'm still looking though. I want a wide angle camera that also does night vision.

Tonavi · 04-05-2011, 08:24 PM

You need a reverse camera on a Yaris?!

If you can't back that up.....LOL!

IsLNdbOi · 04-05-2011, 09:45 PM

I don't need one. Just seems like a waste to have a unit like the Z130BT and not utilize all of its features (one being compatibility with reverse cameras).

poorsh2 · 04-06-2011, 05:25 PM

I cut a hole under the hatch release it is perfect for watching the load on the trailer. Not so good for traffic, fine for backing up.

IsLNdbOi · 06-11-2011, 03:54 AM

So after all these months, I'm still contemplating a revers camera. I like CTScott's idea, but an issue I thought of with that location is glare from the reverse light. Anyone have any other ideas on mounting locations?

_S7V7N_ · 06-11-2011, 12:17 PM

On the Roof !!!! you could be a storm chaser..J/k..How about doing something where the rear Toyota Emblem is ?

why? · 06-11-2011, 06:58 PM

How about removing the rear window wiper and mounting it in there?

03-30-2011, 04:00 AM	#1
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	No spoiler. Best place to mount reverse camera? I want to install a reverse / rear-view camera. Problem is, I don't know where to install it. I do not like those license plate frame cameras or cameras that mount down there. It's too low. I'd like to mount the camera up high, but I don't have a spoiler to hide the camera in. Anyone have suggestions / advice / recommendations?

03-30-2011, 02:13 PM	#5
tk-421 Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: 5D-07-LB Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dagobah Posts: 4,263	The cleanest way would probably be to remove the trunk keyhole assembly and use that hole for the camera. The obvious downside of that approach is that one would need an alternate way to open the trunk, such as with a door popper. This is what I am planning to do myself. OTOH the rear camera kit that I got came with a drill bit that will let you make a hole pretty much anywhere, so that opens up a few other install options. __________________ --[ FORUM RULES ]--[ SEARCHING TIPS ]--[ EYELIDS PICS ]--[ RBK SPOILER ]--[ BEST/WORST INVESTMENTS ]--

03-30-2011, 02:29 PM	#7
CTScott ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 09 5dr LB, 2x 08 3dr LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: USA, CT Posts: 13,460	I would try mounting it to the side of the middle brake light, with the lens right against the glass. __________________

03-30-2011, 02:43 PM	#8
tk-421 Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: 5D-07-LB Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dagobah Posts: 4,263	I haven't installed the camera yet, but I did hook it up to a video capture card and it works pretty well indoors, both with light and in the dark. I am 99% sure that the condensation issue (if it even happens) can be avoided by adding an extra sealant such as gasket maker before installing it. I personally think it was worth the extra risk, but as always YMMV. __________________ --[ FORUM RULES ]--[ SEARCHING TIPS ]--[ EYELIDS PICS ]--[ RBK SPOILER ]--[ BEST/WORST INVESTMENTS ]--

03-31-2011, 07:55 AM	#10
CTScott ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 09 5dr LB, 2x 08 3dr LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: USA, CT Posts: 13,460	SuperCircuits sells some very tiny cameras with pin hole lenses. With rear tint, you could cut a 1/16" pin hole in the tint, for the camera lens: http://www.supercircuits.com/Securit...Video-Cameras/ __________________

03-30-2011, 06:42 AM	#2
apro Drives: yaris d4d 2007 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Portugal Posts: 9	I already see in the rear bumper...

03-30-2011, 07:31 AM	#3
kosy_m Drives: toyota vitz Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: srilanka Posts: 10	http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Car-R...#ht_2471wt_939 http://cgi.ebay.com/TOYOTA-YARIS-CCD...#ht_3123wt_905

03-30-2011, 02:19 PM	#6
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	Thanks tk. That's cool that it comes with a drill bit, but I'd be scared to drill a hole on the outside if my Yaris. That's a really cheap camera. Does it work well? I see some comments about condensation getting into the lens.

03-31-2011, 08:04 AM	#11
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	I guess if I get tint I can ask the tint shop to cut a hole in the tint just for the camera before they put the tint on. Last edited by IsLNdbOi; 04-01-2011 at 07:07 AM.

04-01-2011, 07:07 AM	#12
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	I'm actually interested in the Kenwood CMOS-300 because of its really wide viewing angles. I'm still looking though. I want a wide angle camera that also does night vision.

04-05-2011, 08:24 PM	#13
Tonavi Drives: 2007 Yaris HB Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: die Vereinigten Staaten Posts: 134	You need a reverse camera on a Yaris?! If you can't back that up.....LOL!

04-05-2011, 09:45 PM	#14
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	I don't need one. Just seems like a waste to have a unit like the Z130BT and not utilize all of its features (one being compatibility with reverse cameras).

06-11-2011, 03:54 AM	#16
IsLNdbOi Drives: Polar White - 5 Door '09 LB Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,285	So after all these months, I'm still contemplating a revers camera. I like CTScott's idea, but an issue I thought of with that location is glare from the reverse light. Anyone have any other ideas on mounting locations? __________________ Heatware: http://www.heatware.com/eval.php?id=35947

06-11-2011, 12:17 PM	#17
_S7V7N_ Drives: Yaris 4 Door Sedan Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: South Texas Posts: 805	On the Roof !!!! you could be a storm chaser..J/k..How about doing something where the rear Toyota Emblem is ? __________________ Audio is under Construction Kenwood KDC-X794 Hifonics Zeus ZXI6.5C 6.5-Inch 2-Way Component Speaker System - AUTOTEK ATX65CX 6.5-Inch Hifonics BXi 1210D - Crunch PowerZone P1400.4 (2)12 inch Kicker CVR's - 0 gauge from battery to Distribution block - 4 Gauge Power/Grounds to amps - Duralast Yellow Top - Big 3

06-11-2011, 06:58 PM	#18
why? Only Happy When it Rains View User's Garage Drives: Yaris LB Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: harnett county NC Posts: 4,097	How about removing the rear window wiper and mounting it in there? __________________ Colin Chapman disciple

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