RV Backup camera vs. Bumper Sensor

[Grizzly]

Has anyone had experience with Backup Cameras or Bumper Sensors? Which is better for backing up a 5th wheel. I know, there is nothing better then someone backing you up, however there are times when there is no one handy. Costco has a backup camera for $69. 99, which is a very reasonable price. Is it any good? I could have used one when I had my Lance camper.

 

[DCreed]

dont know about the costco but cameras are way superior to beeping sensors and much less annoying! where does it mount? does it have night vision? is it stand alone or wired into truck?

 

[Grizzly]

dont know about the costco but cameras are way superior to beeping sensors and much less annoying! where does it mount? does it have night vision? is it stand alone or wired into truck?

I really don't know anything about Costco camera since I was only told about them and the price. The features you mentioned are all good things to check out the next time I go there. It's good to know that the camera is better then the sensor.

 

[wcjp]

Plan on hardwiring the camera. They come wireless. Poor range on my Mega. Works great hard wired. Bought the hard wire kit from the manufacture. I also wired the camera to a switch. I want to be able to monitor my towed load while moving forward. Per the company, the camera is not designed to be "on" more than 15minutes.

 

[CContreras]

I have the one from Costco that you're talking about. It is wireless and fades in and out sometimes so hard wired is better. I am satified though. It's designed to mount to license plate but I superglued magnets to it and keep it tucked above the hitch receiver and reposition it when hitching up my TT.

 

[Grizzly]

I have the one from Costco that you're talking about. It is wireless and fades in and out sometimes so hard wired is better. I am satified though. It's designed to mount to license plate but I superglued magnets to it and keep it tucked above the hitch receiver and reposition it when hitching up my TT.

I'm going to send you a PM tomorrow. I'd like to hear more about your experience with the Costco backup camera.