A client from Mechanicsville stopped in with his 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, looking for a backup camera. If there’s one thing that Jeep Wrangler owners know, it’s that visibility behind them when backing up is terrible. After taking a look at his Jeep, we formulated a plan.
First up was picking a camera. Generally, the best option for cameras on a Wrangler is in the spare tire on the back. It remains hidden and still gives you a good, centered image. Since his Jeep has aftermarket Fuel wheels, it would need a camera that could extend out to see through the wheel.
Second was choosing how to view the camera’s image. His particular Jeep had the OEM LCD screen in the radio, so it made perfect sense to integrate the camera image into that.
We knew just the solution for him! Brandmotion makes a Jeep Wrangler-specific camera system that integrates to the OEM screen. It comes with a programming device that plugs into the Jeep’s OBDII port and re-programs the radio to work with a camera. The camera mount is also specifically designed for extending the camera through a deep aftermarket wheel.
As you can see from the pictures, the camera tucks nicely into the wheel and is barely noticeable. Now he has a view behind him that allows him to back up safely, without worrying about what he can’t see.
Interested in a backup camera for your Jeep Wrangler? Stop by one of our two Richmond area locations, in Mechanicsville or Midlothian, or request more information here.
I live in Merritt Island Florida, where could I get one of these after market backup cameras for a Jeep Wrangler 2016 near me?
It looks like 2-bit Car Tunes is only 20 minutes or so away from you, I’d give them a call
2-Bit Car Tunes
Contact: Scott Carver
Phone: 321-777-2248
E-Mail: 2bitcartunes@gmail.com
Website: 2BitCarTunes.com
What brand camera did you go with for this application? I have basically the same set up and this sounds perfect.
Alpine makes a great package for these. If you’re not close to us in the Richmond, Va area, go to this site to find a dealer near you. https://www.alpine-usa.com/stores