Digital (LCD) Rearview Mirror (Wolfbox G900 front and rear dash cams) installed - photos & review

[AUTiger83]

For the past few days, I've been installing a Wolfbox G900 dash cam (has an LCD rearview mirror) on the Maverick.

Why? A couple of reasons:

1. I haul a lot of stuff. The headrests obscured too much view. I've since removed the back seats and installed Milwaukee Packouts in that area. Sometimes the Packouts get higher than the rear window sill. The camera on the back window allows me to fill up the back of the cab with construction paraphernalia, and still have a clear rear view.

2. I'm older, with some vision problems. The camera/LCD processes the image quality so sunsets and headlights behind me are adjusted so I can still see the roadway and vehicles behind me. Night driving visibility is greatly enhanced.

In addition to purchasing the base Wolfbox G900 camera, I added the options for a hardwire kit (to the fuse box in the passenger floor well) and a mounting plate to eliminate the original mirror.

I've never installed anything like this. It was an intimidating project for me. I watched a lot of YouTube videos in preparation.

I'm very happy with the clean look. Neither the camera or rearview mirror is very noticeable to a casual observer. All wiring is concealed to the fullest extent possible.

I've only been using it a couple of days. I'll report back in a month to give an assessment of likes and dislikes.

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[IHateSpeedbumps]

Looks clean. Is the front dash cam built into the mirror? Is it decent?

 

[AUTiger83]

Looks clean. Is the front dash cam built into the mirror? Is it decent?

Yes. The front dash cam is built into the driver's side end of the rearview mirror.

The front camera records in your choice of 4k or 2.5k. The rear camera records in 2.5k only.

 

[ArtP]

I'm assuming the wires are pushed thru over the headliner. Therefore this would be really tough with a moonroof?

 

[AUTiger83]

I'm assuming the wires are pushed thru over the headliner. Therefore this would be really tough with a moonroof?

I have a moon roof. The wires (power and back camera) are just tucked under the edge of the headliner, until they reach the A-pillar, then they head down. The power wire goes to the fuse box in the passenger foot well. The back camera wire continues along the door sills, up the C-Pillar, under the edge of the headliner, to the third brake light.

The GPS receiver and its wire are all within the black shroud behind the mirror.

I watched a lot of YouTube videos on how to remove trim pieces.

 

[ArtP]

Nice. Thanks for posting.

 

[MavUnicorn]

Impressive.

 

[Automan21]

Nice clean install. Way to go, I just don't like the rear camera outside. I know there's no real place to mount it inside. How well does the camera work? Clear, ease of use?

 

[AUTiger83]

Nice clean install. Way to go, I just don't like the rear camera outside. I know there's no real place to mount it inside. How well does the camera work? Clear, ease of use?

You can install the rear camera on the inside glass. It would actually be an easier installation. The picture quality may suffer a tad because of the window tinting. The kit comes with a couple of different brackets to give you multiple mounting options.

I actually wanted the camera installed on the roof antenna base. But I couldn't figure a way to get the wire through the roof. The existing antenna wire grommet/nut doesn't leave much room for an additional wire. I may revisit this option later. I'd like the camera a bit higher, so I can load up the truck bed higher.

The camera works amazingly well. Very happy so far, but I've only had it a couple of days.

 

[Steve Stempel]

I also installed a Wolfbox recently but put the rear camera inside on the interior of the rear window

 

[Automan21]

I also installed a Wolfbox recently but put the rear camera inside on the interior of the rear window

Wow that's exactly what I needed thanks!!!

 

[NedF]

I also installed a Wolfbox recently but put the rear camera inside on the interior of the rear window

If you can I would love to see your camera view. I like this option a little better than below the lights in the top of the cab.

 

[Hammerstein]

Phil, I have been weighing getting the Wolfbox for months. Your install looks great. I appreciate your pictures and write up. I am going to proceed with my order. Thanks also to @Steve Stempel for the rear window mount tip!

 

[Steve Stempel]

Here’s your requested view from my rear camera.

 

[Steve Stempel]

If you can I would love to see your camera view. I like this option a little better than below the lights in the top of the cab.

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