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Where to tap power if I want to install a rear car DVR/cam.

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Old Jul 17, 2013 | 10:39 AM
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Where to tap power if I want to install a rear car DVR/cam.

as above. I can either

1. Get an extra long wire to run from front cigarette outlet to the rear.
2. is there any way to tap from any of the wires from the rear?

Anyone has any suggestion or you have similar experiences, please share.
 
Old Jul 17, 2013 | 11:11 AM
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You are talking about a backup camera correct?

Most says reverse lights dIY on a Civic.

DIY: Reverse / Rear Back up Camera - HEAVY PICS

DIY: Add Backup Camera for Reverse Camera Display on Factory Nav Screen - Honda CRZ Forum: Honda CR-Z Hybrid Car Forums
 

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Old Jul 17, 2013 | 06:13 PM
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Not a reverse camera, but a dash camera which record road incidents and such.
 
Old Jul 17, 2013 | 06:14 PM
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Originally Posted by cjecpa
Thanks for sharing though!
 
Old Aug 14, 2013 | 11:56 PM
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Jeuda, I too am considering a rear-facing dash cam... Did you discover any places to access power in the trunk?
 
Old Nov 17, 2013 | 06:44 PM
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Have to revive an old thread.
Still looking for a suitable source. Did not want to overload the car system. Anyone has any suggestion?
 
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