Extending T6 OEM Reversing Camera onto a Bike Rack/Towbar Box/Trailer

Very interesting idea!
I actually do need something like this so will start my thinking :cool:.
Definitely possible with OEM T6 lowline camera via 13 pin socket.
Highline camera would be much more challenging thou.
By the way, I did it with my Highline setup :whistle: :)
 
Project completed successfully :D
I am extremely happy with the final result.
It simply works like a charm.
I will post another show off video hopefully tomorrow :whistle:
I am struggling for a space on a long journeys so every [cm³] of storage space outside the cab is more than welcome.

Roof box was not enough so I had to add tow bar box but it blocks the view from my Reversing Camera.
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Tailgate camera looks like this.
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Once I implemented my solution (described in my previous post) I am getting the video from the tow bar box camera automatically (when reversing gear is engaged ):D.
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It is worth to mention that Dynamic Guidelines on the HIGH RVC setup are being deactivated automatically once anything is plugged into the trailer socket.

Full demo video below.
 
Very nice mod!

I especially like you can switch between the cams, eg with bike rack might allow you to check bikes are still properly secured.
 
A great project and outcome. A question: where did you you mount/position the relay? Within the tailgate, close to the tailgate camera or elsewhere?
 
Thanks for the quick reply. That helps heaps. So, sounds like a similar location as the connection for the OEM trailer connection (yes, confirmed by your pic). I have a fully lined campervan, but I have made a hinged latch to get access to the trailer connection when I fitted the OEM VW trailer. I have OEM lowline camera in the tailgate, so will investigate best location for the relay as a compromise for each camera. Your outcome is what I would like to achieve, so am now hunting around for a 2nd OEM camera. Thanks.
 
If anyone fancies this, but doesn't want to go down the DIY route, I'm aware that Exploria have been offering this upgrade for a number of years now.
 
If anyone fancies this, but doesn't want to go down the DIY route, I'm aware that Exploria have been offering this upgrade for a number of years now.
Can you share a link to their website?
Maybe demo video or photos?
 
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