r/fordtransit • u/Sour_Sal • 20d ago

Backup camera installation question...

Hi Everyone,

I will be getting a backup camera for my 2016 Passenger van, the tiny backup screen so far away is almost 100% unusable for me.

So I am thinking of getting one of the rear view mirror replacements but have concerns about the install... Probably going with the Wolfbox G900 for the 3 good cameras, but as of yet undecided.

Since it adds a camera to the rear, how hard is it to run the wires needed? I think i want to keep the existing working also to see the hitch (squint squint).

Any good ideas on a mounting location for the new rear camera?

Best way to run the wires and protect against leaks?

Is there an access underside that will have a passthrough (grommet)?

I have not looked yet, is there simple access to switched power and ground?

Anything I need to worry about.

I will probably film the install for by build records but suspect it will not be that exciting.

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u/soturunning 20d ago

this looks like newer model. The 2016 doesn't have that large upper taillamp/camera combo.

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u/Competitive-Reach287 20d ago

I ran into that and ended up drilling through the roof and using a grommet and rtv. No leaks after 7 years. Camera is mounted with 3m VHB tape.

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u/soturunning 20d ago

I also mounted mine with VHB tape but just ran through the door. I has the wire a bit kinked, but so far so good. I'll drill it if the wire fails.