Aftermarket Backup Camera
I pulled the trigger on a 2011 F250 this week and was wondering if anyone out there is using an aftermarket backup camera. This truck has the warning signal when you get too close to an object but I w...
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mich800 wrote:gbopp wrote:
My 08 Suburban has a beeper and camera. I don't like the camera, I would rather use the mirrors or turn and look where I'm going.
I think too many people become overly dependent on backup cameras, as they do to GPS units.
But, that's just my opinion and we all know what it's worth. :)
I would drive your truck for awhile and see if you really need/want the camera.
Backing requires all senses. I am the same way but cameras are very handy. You can begin backing out of a spot and see oncoming vehicles or pedestrians with a camera long before you are out far enough to see with the mirrors or looking over your shoulder. I do not rely solely on the camera but it is a feature that makes it safer particularly in parking lots or areas with vehicles that block the sides of your vision.
Ditto on that you need to watch your mirrors and the camera both, neither does the complete job.
