Gary Lewis Posted December 15, 2021 Author Share Posted December 15, 2021 Good plan. I am simply wondering about the fragility of the plastic box, if exposed in front or on top of the bumper (small rocks, mud, or when manipulating the winch or the hitch). Yes, the plastic box is surely fragile. But I'm actually more worried about how easily scratched the plastic cover is going to be. It will get hit with bugs of all kinds and they'll have to come off - hopefully w/o scratching the cover. However, as I think about it, if the box is only ~$7 then I could easily replace the cover as long as the camera is adhered to the box itself. Just pull the cover to clean or polish it, and replace it should the need arise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted December 15, 2021 Author Share Posted December 15, 2021 Yes, the plastic box is surely fragile. But I'm actually more worried about how easily scratched the plastic cover is going to be. It will get hit with bugs of all kinds and they'll have to come off - hopefully w/o scratching the cover. However, as I think about it, if the box is only ~$7 then I could easily replace the cover as long as the camera is adhered to the box itself. Just pull the cover to clean or polish it, and replace it should the need arise. Got the mirror's mounting plate made today, but didn't get it powder coated. However, there will be other parts to powder coat on this endeavor so that can wait. However, shiny aluminum is hard to photograph, so you'll have a hard time seeing it in the pic below. Basically it is a rectangle with notches out of the corners to go inside the "ears". And that also prevents the thing from shifting right or left. The plate is drilled and countersunk for a 5 x .80 mm screw, and the mount from the old Bullnose mirror has been drilled and tapped for the screw. And here's a top view of the mirror strapped to the old mirror on the left, and to the new mounting plate on the right. Which one floats your boat? http://www.garysgaragemahal.com/uploads/6/5/8/7/65879365/thinking-26_orig.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salans7 Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Got the mirror's mounting plate made today, but didn't get it powder coated. However, there will be other parts to powder coat on this endeavor so that can wait. However, shiny aluminum is hard to photograph, so you'll have a hard time seeing it in the pic below. Basically it is a rectangle with notches out of the corners to go inside the "ears". And that also prevents the thing from shifting right or left. The plate is drilled and countersunk for a 5 x .80 mm screw, and the mount from the old Bullnose mirror has been drilled and tapped for the screw. And here's a top view of the mirror strapped to the old mirror on the left, and to the new mounting plate on the right. Which one floats your boat? Definitely the custom option. Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBrother-84 Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Definitely the custom option. I agree! Much nicer job! But, on the mirror's back, what is the "G" for, «Gary»...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted December 15, 2021 Author Share Posted December 15, 2021 I agree! Much nicer job! But, on the mirror's back, what is the "G" for, «Gary»...? Thanks, guys. As for the G, I think it was custom made for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce moose4x4 Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Thanks, guys. As for the G, I think it was custom made for me. You've also got the factory Ford Back up camera made into the bottom of the Ford Logo. Not sure on camera compatibility though. https://www.mastertailgaters.com/products/2004-2014-ford-emblem-backup-camera-for-f150-f250-f350-f450-f550?variant=3283633012757¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9vCv-_jm9AIV7WxvBB2-1AxPEAYYByABEgIQlPD_BwE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted December 15, 2021 Author Share Posted December 15, 2021 You've also got the factory Ford Back up camera made into the bottom of the Ford Logo. Not sure on camera compatibility though. https://www.mastertailgaters.com/products/2004-2014-ford-emblem-backup-camera-for-f150-f250-f350-f450-f550?variant=3283633012757¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9vCv-_jm9AIV7WxvBB2-1AxPEAYYByABEgIQlPD_BwE It is the compatibility that I'm afraid of on the Ford oval with camera. My 2015 has that, but in later years they've made it well integrated. But I'm sure it is expensive! Looked today and there's a ton of room behind the oval. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce moose4x4 Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 It is the compatibility that I'm afraid of on the Ford oval with camera. My 2015 has that, but in later years they've made it well integrated. But I'm sure it is expensive! Looked today and there's a ton of room behind the oval. Gary the camera I posted above said it will not replace the factory one. Made for camera with a yellow RCA input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted December 15, 2021 Author Share Posted December 15, 2021 Gary the camera I posted above said it will not replace the factory one. Made for camera with a yellow RCA input. Good point, Bruce. And I don't have a yellow input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBrother-84 Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 And I don't have a yellow input. I do! I said to myself "wow! good idea for BigBro front view", but... Unfortunately, grill emblem is 7" wide, this cam-emblem is 9". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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