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    Posted: 02 Jul 2018 at 10:18pm
Anyone have experience with backup cameras? Since I will be camping solo most of the time, I’m thinking it would be a good idea to have one.
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Go to etrailer.com, search for trailer backup camera and then you can watch the videos and reviews. Many to choose from, with many options. I would go wireless. I like etrailer for getting info.
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They are a huge help when hitching up.
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Originally posted by AKPodGal

Anyone have experience with backup cameras? Since I will be camping solo most of the time, I’m thinking it would be a good idea to have one.
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I feel they're essential for solo travel, saves so much trial and error. That, with a stick marked to avoid a false hitch, and the same stick wedged  in your car brake pedal to test the brake lights, while also you are testing the turn signals, and you are all set to go.
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the same stick wedged  in your car brake pedal to test the brake lights, while also you are testing the turn signals, and you are all set to go.

Why not just test the turn signals, in which case you'd also be testing the brake lights? No tools required. That's what I do.
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Some folks use the security fob. Unlock or lock the vehicle blinks the brake lights.
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Can someone actually recommend a backup camera unit that they have used and found to be effective? Thanks.
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I understand that. However technology changes quickly, so I am reluctant to recommend what I did three years ago for you today. I'm not going to update unless necessary. Good luck.
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Originally posted by AKPodGal

Can someone actually recommend a backup camera unit that they have used and found to be effective? Thanks.
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Mine's too old to use as a reference point, so am reluctant to recommend it - I would suggest spending some time on eTrailer and Amazon, and see what the current stuff is like. Lots of things to consider - where/how you'll mount the screen, removable vs fixed, size, one camera or two (some folks like to have one on the back of the trailer also, to see where you are backing once hitched up vs just using it to hook up).
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I'm using the factory backup camera in my Highlander from 2012 on a head unit from probably around 2014, so it's not going to be of any help either.

I assume you're needing one with a monitor. Do you have any preference whether the monitor mounts on the dash or becomes part of the rear view mirror? Systems are available either way.
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