Mike Swallow
Junior Member
Decided to install Customtronics Enzo. Not a lot of picture but here's some info I couldn't find easily. Probably old news to all the pros
Described for the novice
-First of all, the enzo worked on my 2019 1500 Classic Express non-nav without any problems.
-I considered the replacement emblem with the front camera but decided against it for several reasons.
A. I wasnt sure if I wanted the parking guide or not. The customtronix emblem camera didn't have guide lines as an option. With the camera I chose, guidelines are enabled by default but can be disabled by snipping a wire. So far I like the guide lines as they help me to know where I'm aiming the truck and center myself in the parking spot.
B. The emblem cam was a lot more expensive than other cameras mentioned in the forums here.
C. The emblem cam is very close to center of the truck but not quite. I wasn't sure how this would skew my perception of the space in front of me. Probably minimally but I wanted the camera right in the centre.
I reviewed a lot of cameras for features and quality. In the end I chose the Coolint CT-106S camera from Amazon. I'm satisfied with the image quality. It's not 4k lol but given the price point, it meets expectations in day and nighttime conditions. This camera was also positively reviewed on Amazon. The main features are that it is super easy to aim (ball socket. Up/down/left/right/rotate). Tighting the outer ring secures the camera in place. It can be used with or without parking grid (disabling is permanent) and the image can be flipped from reverse cam to front cam (another permanent change). Several cameras I reviewed did not indicate front/back orientation or the ability to change it.
The first step of the install was the scariest. Since the emblem cam did not meet my requirements, I had to drill a hole in my fender. Yes, on my brand new truck. (I had considered a license plate mount but decided I wasnt happy with the appearance). Don't worry, the story has a happy ending.
I routed the cables for the camera in an orderly fashion (see other threads on how to remove shroud using appropriate tools so you dont break the clips) to the area of the fuse box. A little shy of the fuse box I found a good place to tuck the cables that control the guide lines and mirror function. (If you put this camera much lower than mine, you may not have easy access to these later. In that case, snip the appropriate control cables before you run them). The first RCA cable ended just past the fuse box.
For power, I tapped into fuse 101 using a micro2 fuse tap. This is the only spot in my fuse box that is live but doesnt have a fuse in it. I was led in this direction from another thread. Testing indicated the circuit only had power when the acc power was on so it was an appropriate choice. I ran the power cable out through a gap in the fuse box. I grounded in a location just to the right of the fuse box.
I connected the RCA extension cable (ignore the red cable at either end) and passed it through the firewall by drilling a hole through the clutch plate. (Plate removed by releasing two bolts inside the cabin)
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Removing the radio bezel was the most difficult part of the whole process. Videos made it look so easy but I just couldn't get it off. One thread even said that "if you can't get it off, then there is another screw." There wasnt. There was only two screws but some vehicles may have a 3rd screw where the 110v accessory outlet is. I did end up having to use my trim tools to pry it off. I had also read that it would sound like I was breaking it and even still, was very concerned but it came off and was undamaged.
From there it was just a matter of fishing the RCA cable, removing the stereo, setting the jumpers on customtronix enzo and connecting everything. After that I reset the stereo 3 times as directed and tested. Testing was sucessful and I put everything back together.
Now when I go to park this massive beautiful beast, I dont have to worry that I'll hit something I cant see.
Described for the novice
-First of all, the enzo worked on my 2019 1500 Classic Express non-nav without any problems.
-I considered the replacement emblem with the front camera but decided against it for several reasons.
A. I wasnt sure if I wanted the parking guide or not. The customtronix emblem camera didn't have guide lines as an option. With the camera I chose, guidelines are enabled by default but can be disabled by snipping a wire. So far I like the guide lines as they help me to know where I'm aiming the truck and center myself in the parking spot.
B. The emblem cam was a lot more expensive than other cameras mentioned in the forums here.
C. The emblem cam is very close to center of the truck but not quite. I wasn't sure how this would skew my perception of the space in front of me. Probably minimally but I wanted the camera right in the centre.
I reviewed a lot of cameras for features and quality. In the end I chose the Coolint CT-106S camera from Amazon. I'm satisfied with the image quality. It's not 4k lol but given the price point, it meets expectations in day and nighttime conditions. This camera was also positively reviewed on Amazon. The main features are that it is super easy to aim (ball socket. Up/down/left/right/rotate). Tighting the outer ring secures the camera in place. It can be used with or without parking grid (disabling is permanent) and the image can be flipped from reverse cam to front cam (another permanent change). Several cameras I reviewed did not indicate front/back orientation or the ability to change it.
The first step of the install was the scariest. Since the emblem cam did not meet my requirements, I had to drill a hole in my fender. Yes, on my brand new truck. (I had considered a license plate mount but decided I wasnt happy with the appearance). Don't worry, the story has a happy ending.
I routed the cables for the camera in an orderly fashion (see other threads on how to remove shroud using appropriate tools so you dont break the clips) to the area of the fuse box. A little shy of the fuse box I found a good place to tuck the cables that control the guide lines and mirror function. (If you put this camera much lower than mine, you may not have easy access to these later. In that case, snip the appropriate control cables before you run them). The first RCA cable ended just past the fuse box.
For power, I tapped into fuse 101 using a micro2 fuse tap. This is the only spot in my fuse box that is live but doesnt have a fuse in it. I was led in this direction from another thread. Testing indicated the circuit only had power when the acc power was on so it was an appropriate choice. I ran the power cable out through a gap in the fuse box. I grounded in a location just to the right of the fuse box.
I connected the RCA extension cable (ignore the red cable at either end) and passed it through the firewall by drilling a hole through the clutch plate. (Plate removed by releasing two bolts inside the cabin)
<Insert picture>
Removing the radio bezel was the most difficult part of the whole process. Videos made it look so easy but I just couldn't get it off. One thread even said that "if you can't get it off, then there is another screw." There wasnt. There was only two screws but some vehicles may have a 3rd screw where the 110v accessory outlet is. I did end up having to use my trim tools to pry it off. I had also read that it would sound like I was breaking it and even still, was very concerned but it came off and was undamaged.
From there it was just a matter of fishing the RCA cable, removing the stereo, setting the jumpers on customtronix enzo and connecting everything. After that I reset the stereo 3 times as directed and tested. Testing was sucessful and I put everything back together.
Now when I go to park this massive beautiful beast, I dont have to worry that I'll hit something I cant see.
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