*DIY* I've Unleashed a Cyclops!
11-07-2008, 06:35 PM
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W204
I was talking with Dan about this today and we are going to try very hard to make this happen...
Up until now we were busy setting up our forum sponsership but that is done which means its just a matter of getting a couple of things ready. Hold tight and we'll work on getting this going asap.
Up until now we were busy setting up our forum sponsership but that is done which means its just a matter of getting a couple of things ready. Hold tight and we'll work on getting this going asap.
So any news or did I miss any other thread in regards of thi sgroup buy ?
Thanks guys
11-08-2008, 06:17 AM
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C300 Sport LOADED
I am SO Interested on this.
If you can get good deal on this, ~500to 550. I will get it ASAP.
Hey ron, Is this VIM include the ablity to input letters while driving?
If you can get good deal on this, ~500to 550. I will get it ASAP.
Hey ron, Is this VIM include the ablity to input letters while driving?
11-08-2008, 01:21 PM
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'08 W204.081; M 272.948 KE30; Colour Code#792
AFAIK, there is NO group buy floating around. For the price, it's definitely reasonable compared to the competition. It's also comparable in price to the Quickpark system (installed), but is superior due to the fact that you get to see what's behind you. For those on the fence... I'm glad I got it and I have no regrets about this mod.
I found the Kenwood CCD-200 Operating Manual online:
http://manual.kenwood.com/files/B64-3673-00_00.pdf
I found the Kenwood CCD-200 Operating Manual online:
http://manual.kenwood.com/files/B64-3673-00_00.pdf
11-08-2008, 01:32 PM
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AFAIK, there is NO group buy floating around. For the price, it's definitely reasonable compared to the competition. It's also comparable in price to the Quickpark system (installed), but is superior due to the fact that you get to see what's behind you. For those on the fence... I'm glad I got it and I have no regrets about this mod.
I found the Kenwood CCD-200 Operating Manual online:
http://manual.kenwood.com/files/B64-3673-00_00.pdf
I found the Kenwood CCD-200 Operating Manual online:
http://manual.kenwood.com/files/B64-3673-00_00.pdf
even cheaper if you don't need VIM.
11-08-2008, 03:11 PM
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02-14-2009, 05:31 PM
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2009 C300 4Matic Sport P2/MM/Steel Gray
how do you feed the wire from the trunk, to to the front of the car? you say under the sills, how do you get under the sills? more details please!
03-24-2009, 04:11 PM
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03-24-2009, 04:38 PM
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2013 C300 Sport Black Darth V3.0
Midcity was selling these at around 20.00 USD maybe a bit more. As far as getting the video cable from the trunk to the cabin that is the hardest part of this install. I went through the passanger side and fed a snake between the rear seat back and the side. It took a few tries but there is a cable run there then just tuck it under the door sills.
03-30-2009, 11:37 PM
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Midcity was selling these at around 20.00 USD maybe a bit more. As far as getting the video cable from the trunk to the cabin that is the hardest part of this install. I went through the passanger side and fed a snake between the rear seat back and the side. It took a few tries but there is a cable run there then just tuck it under the door sills.
Thanks Ron Jr! I placed the order last week wednesday (it was $22 PLUS $15 shipping!?!?!?!). For the shipping price I paid, I would have expected for the (I presume less than a couple oz. in weight) cable to have arrived already; still waiting as of this message. Needless to say, shipping rates was a rip!!!!!!!!!
03-31-2009, 07:44 AM
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Thats a crazy amount for shipping a cable. I shipped out a Breitling Steelfish last week (traded for a Sinn 856) and next day with 2000.00USD insurance came to a little over 20.00. And I know the Breitling with it's packageing weighs a hell of a lot more than a cable.
03-31-2009, 09:12 AM
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Thanks Ron Jr! I placed the order last week wednesday (it was $22 PLUS $15 shipping!?!?!?!). For the shipping price I paid, I would have expected for the (I presume less than a couple oz. in weight) cable to have arrived already; still waiting as of this message. Needless to say, shipping rates was a rip!!!!!!!!!
You'll see...
08-19-2009, 12:37 AM
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'08 W204.081; M 272.948 KE30; Colour Code#792
Sweeet. Another happy modder.
I always get a nice warm fuzzy feeling inside when I see successes like this come out from the DIY.
Gotta clean up your garage though, mate.
I always get a nice warm fuzzy feeling inside when I see successes like this come out from the DIY.
Gotta clean up your garage though, mate.
08-19-2009, 06:53 PM
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08-20-2009, 10:30 PM
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2008 Mercedes C350
Not to be a party popper but why would you want a rear camera installed in a compact sedan????? Maybe for a Yukon or Escalate may be worth even a ML but a C class??? Can anyone explain it
08-20-2009, 10:43 PM
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I did mine because I have C63 with those bucket seats and it's bloody hard to see at the back even if I turn my head 180 degrees.
08-21-2009, 05:30 PM
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2008 Mercedes C350
You can get that option for $450 usd at any MB dealer + labor much much cheaper and better than aftermarket. Not to mention the compatibility!!!!!
08-21-2009, 08:32 PM
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'08 C300 Lux Barolo Red Beige Leather P2 MM 18" wheels '84 944
Cheaper camera?
Your statement regarding "cheaper and better" needs an explanation. And what exactly is the compatibility issue?
08-21-2009, 09:16 PM
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'08 W204.081; M 272.948 KE30; Colour Code#792
Hmmm... sounds like giovapal didn't really do his research before poo-pooing on the thread.
The camera itself is of the same quality as the ones used as OEM from car manufacturers. So for MB to be charging $450 for just the camera... they're making a lot of profit. Add to it the labor costs and you'll see how close to the price I paid for the kit WITH VIM. Of course, as I was an early adopter, I overpaid for the kit myself. But it all works out in the end just the same.
Anyone who says that OEM is cheaper and better than aftermarket parts (without doing proper research) usually don't know what they're talking about. And as far as why we install cameras in the rear of compact cars... well, that's because we CAN. Don't knock it til you've tried it.
The camera itself is of the same quality as the ones used as OEM from car manufacturers. So for MB to be charging $450 for just the camera... they're making a lot of profit. Add to it the labor costs and you'll see how close to the price I paid for the kit WITH VIM. Of course, as I was an early adopter, I overpaid for the kit myself. But it all works out in the end just the same.
Anyone who says that OEM is cheaper and better than aftermarket parts (without doing proper research) usually don't know what they're talking about. And as far as why we install cameras in the rear of compact cars... well, that's because we CAN. Don't knock it til you've tried it.
08-22-2009, 01:36 AM
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After having my first backup camera in our lexus, we vowed to never buy a car without a backup camera. Well here Im stuck with a C class without one. lol. Looking to do this mod, just dont know where to install it 
