New Video Monitor that fits like a Dream

[pbkid]

does it have night vision? they made another model: Rosela
that one has night vision but no flip view...

[VCrossfan]

I tried a low tech low cost quick fix to the VX rear view problems that works quite well for me. It is a $12.00 wide angle lens from Camping World. See http://www.campingworld.com/shopping...le-lenses/4600 . I placed the 8" x 10" version in the top center of the rear window, and finally trimmed the bottom up to the 4th rear window defrost element line - so I could still see those pesky vehicles with the light bars that might be behind me. This still allows me to see objects that are very close up behind me for backing up, etc., and, as a bonus, even vehicles in the rear quarter blind spot. The wider version might be even better with the blind spots. VXinVegas

Yes they do work well. The brand I bought about 5 years ago for my VX came from Auto-zone and I rely on it more than my camera...

[Riff Raff]

VXinVegas--- Thanx for the "link" to Camping World. Most of us VX'ers (including myself) already have the Fresna-Lens magnifier stuck in the back rear window. Those that don't should get one, as they are a very inexpensive life saver. The one from Camping World is the best on the market.

[JAMAS]

Do you apply the magnifier to the WHOLE rear window, or just a portion?

That might throw me off more than help me.

[workmeistr]

I didn't see them on Camping World anymore.

I got mine from: http://cgi.ebay.com/_W0QQcmdZViewIte...mZ320349456540

I'm going to explore trimming, and maybe only installing two bits in the dips on either side of the spare for blind spot assistance (I might need 2 to make a straight across appearance from the peak of the spare), as opposed to overt backing assistance. I know center mass in the middle of the rear window is optimal, I just don't know if I want it there. For whatever reason, I'm thinking the visual aid is in the category that curb feelers reside in.

[Moncha]

A long long time ago, in a galaxy far far away... Oh, wrong story.

I too use a Van Eyes and had cut it down. You really don't need a full lens. Here's a few pics to help you decide on what you may want to do. They are quite effective on keeping your butt out of trouble.


#1)Green shows placement #2)Idea of what to cut #3) View through #4) Etc.

[Gussie2000]

I bought mines at strauss auto for $ 12.00 a piece & placed the whole lens