basic dashcam

[stringbreaker]

I want a basic dashcam just for front viewing I'd like it to have nice definition better than 1080. I ordered a Donger kit to pull the power from the autodim mirror. That looks pretty sweet so what cams are you guys using. Prefer to stay under $200.00

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[highway]

Would like one you can hardwire, last one i had it would only work off cigarette 12v port and couldn’t be hardwired

 

[stringbreaker]

definitely hardwire to the auto dim mirror wiring

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

Would like one you can hardwire, last one i had it would only work off cigarette 12v port and couldn’t be hardwired

They can all be hard-wired. 12V is 12V. You just need to have all the right tools, connectors, some confidence, and a bit of bravery.

But seriously, a pair of crimping pliers, a fuse tap, and a few crimp connections, and you’re hard-wired. Or a dongle and a short USB to whatever is on your cam, and that’s it.

 

[Deleted User 38384]

My 1st dash cam was the Cobra SC220c. It's not too expensive and has a lot of options. And, it can warn you when you're approaching an accident, speed trap, or traffic camera. $199. The hardwire kit is another $30. Or you can have mine with the hardwire kit for $140.

https://www.cobra.com/products/sc-220c

 

[stringbreaker]

My 1st dash cam was the Cobra SC220c. It's not too expensive and has a lot of options. And, it can warn you when you're approaching an accident, speed trap, or traffic camera. $199. The hardwire kit is another $30. Or you can have mine with the hardwire kit for $140.

https://www.cobra.com/products/sc-220c

This unit will plug into the Dongar power adapter that fits the auto dim mirror?

 

[Deleted User 38384]

This unit will plug into the Dongar power adapter that fits the auto dim mirror?

Yes. It's a type-C

 

[Msfitoy]

I want a basic dashcam just for front viewing I'd like it to have nice definition better than 1080. I ordered a Donger kit to pull the power from the autodim mirror. That looks pretty sweet so what cams are you guys using. Prefer to stay under $200.00

How abut a rear view monitor/front+remote rear camera?
https://www.amazon.com/WOLFBOX-Mirr...qid=1768699039&sprefix=wolfbox,aps,234&sr=8-1

 

[Deleted User 38384]

The G930 version is nice. It's only 10 inches so I would expect it to look less "huge". I can't believe how cheap those are on Amazon.
https://a.co/d/4inTX6D

 

[dozxab]

I put this in my Ranger with the Dongar. Liked it so much I put one in my Jeep too. See attached sample video. Watch to the end and count red light runners. This is why you NEED one. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDC82GG...M76HDPRZ&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it

 

[stringbreaker]

I put this in my Ranger with the Dongar. Liked it so much I put one in my Jeep too. See attached sample video. Watch to the end and count red light runners. This is why you NEED one. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDC82GG...M76HDPRZ&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it

Just ordered thanks

 

[Grandaccess]

I put this in my Ranger with the Dongar. Liked it so much I put one in my Jeep too. See attached sample video. Watch to the end and count red light runners. This is why you NEED one. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDC82GG...M76HDPRZ&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it

No Audio?

 

[highway]

They can all be hard-wired. 12V is 12V. You just need to have all the right tools, connectors, some confidence, and a bit of bravery.

But seriously, a pair of crimping pliers, a fuse tap, and a few crimp connections, and you’re hard-wired. Or a dongle and a short USB to whatever is on your cam, and that’s it.

I got a cheapie from amazon. I did cut the plug off on the end and hooked the wires straight to the battery and i wont power on

 

[dozxab]

No Audio?

It records audio but I turned it off. If I have to give it to the police or use it in court, my pre-incident "comments" may not play well.

 

[Grandaccess]

People that get into my truck ask if I am recording audio LOL

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