Backup Camera Suggestion for Basecamp 20X

[MyronM]

Our 2022 Basecamp 20X has arrived at Airstream of DFW. Taking delivery this coming Saturday.
We enjoyed a Casita Independence for a short while last year. We quickly found it too small and sold it quickly without losing any money. We then put down a deposit for the Basecamp.
We had used a Furrion 3 camera system on the Casita. Worked great. Since the Basecamp does not have any flat surfaces to mount the cameras, I need a different solution.
What are folks using to see rearward?

[StreaminNP]

When I had my Basecamp 16X I used this and it was fantastic! Easy as can be with setup- just put your license plate in the bracket and plug the monitor into your tow vehicle. It was perfect!

AUTO-VOX Solar Wireless Backup Camera, 5 Mins DIY Installation, 5 Inch HD Monitor with Digital Wireless Signal and HD Image Waterproof Rear View Camera for Truck,Car,RV https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08B1BFRNX...ing=UTF8&psc=1

[jerryleejr]

Im gonna follow this, I was contemplating the Garmin BC 40 because I already have the GPS that's compatible. But I cant get an answer on the range of 26 feet...

JJ

[BeachBrad]

I have a 2022 Basecamp 16X that we are towing behind our Interstate. I setup the HaloView MC7108 Wiring-Free High Def Rear View Camera System but the trick was getting the camera AND the wireless battery pack to mount on the aluminum Basecamp roof. This model has 984 feet transmitting distance (ie for big trucks, class As) so it works for our 24 foot Interstate + 16 foot Basecamp + the gap in between.

In order to do that I purchased 2 of these Haloview Metal Plates with 3M Tape, and stuck them to the top of the basecamp, right in between the air conditioner and the "lip" that catches the water (at the edge of the aluminum).

The monitor sits in the Haloview Nonslip Beanbag Dashboard Friction Mount.

I need to find a way to hold the power cord going from the smart battery pack to the camera down (maybe velcro straps stuck to velcro double sided tape) on the top of the roof but after a couple of test drives with it, this system works great. I mute the audio feed while driving b/c the sound of the wind is too much but the camera is great resolution. I have not extensively tested it for night time driving.

Hopefully the magnets will hold the camera/smart battery pack if we go over a big pothole or bump! hope this helps.

[MyronM]

We brought our Basecamp 20X home today from Airstream of DFW. Very thorough delivery process with plenty of informative instruction. Tows well behind our Jeep Gladiator Overland. 11 mpg was a surprise. After parking the trailer in our storage area, I ordered the Auto-Vox Solar camera system. It should arrive next week. Just in time for our first road trip.

[StreaminNP]

Originally Posted by MyronM

We brought our Basecamp 20X home today from Airstream of DFW. Very thorough delivery process with plenty of informative instruction. Tows well behind our Jeep Gladiator Overland. 11 mpg was a surprise. After parking the trailer in our storage area, I ordered the Auto-Vox Solar camera system. It should arrive next week. Just in time for our first road trip.

Good choice! Remember to keep the license plate exposed to sunlight to ensure it’s fully charged and powered. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed at all! Happy travels!

[Lon BRISCOE]

Tadi Brothers have a lot of wire and wireless options.

[CR-Rylie]

Originally Posted by StreaminNP

When I had my Basecamp 16X I used this and it was fantastic! Easy as can be with setup- just put your license plate in the bracket and plug the monitor into your tow vehicle. It was perfect!

AUTO-VOX Solar Wireless Backup Camera, 5 Mins DIY Installation, 5 Inch HD Monitor with Digital Wireless Signal and HD Image Waterproof Rear View Camera for Truck,Car,RV https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08B1BFRNX...ing=UTF8&psc=1

This looks like a great solution; am concerned though about reception. Basecamp is 16' long; my tow vehicle would bring the total distance to about 30 ft' (back of Basecamp to dash of tow vehicle). How does that compare to what you are using?

[StreaminNP]

That shouldn’t be an issue. My TV is a Ram 2500 so it’s about the same distance. I never had connectivity problems with that backup camera!

[thedantons]

Question, kinda related. I decided to go with a wired camera setup. I am trying to logically think through the best cable routing options for a Basecamp 16x. My options appear to be over, under or through. I am leaning towards under or over, but I am trying to run the cable in a secure location and one that does not look like I just tossed a cable over the top.

Anyone have any ideas?
Scott

[Mollysdad]

Originally Posted by jerryleejr

Im gonna follow this, I was contemplating the Garmin BC 40 because I already have the GPS that's compatible. But I cant get an answer on the range of 26 feet...JJ

I started off using a Garmin BC-30 to my GPS 770. It worked, sort of, but the resolution was way too poor. (295 lines) The BC-40 has better resolution. The issue I always had was the camera had to reconnect to the GPS every time I turned the engine off. It was 50/50. When I really, really needed it, it said, "No camera, check connections". Arghhh.

Originally Posted by BeachBrad

the camera is great resolution. I have not extensively tested it for night time driving.

Nice install!
I also use a CA108 camera, and the only surprise was driving in near total darkness the Infrared lights come on.
It only happens when there's no traffic behind you and it's very dark. I can't tell if it will wash out your image if it illuminates the roof behind the camera. I had to disable my infrared lights, which was no big deal and there's a video showing how. Even a street light will provide enough light for an image.

[thedantons]

After crawling around last night I realized I should have looked before I asked my question. I was able to run the cable for the camera along the gas line. I mounted it on the plastic owing the bottom of the camper. I wanted to go on the license plate, but did not want a wire running up the back and across the door.

Now the slightly mor difficult cable routing in the truck