How to Install a Reversing Camera - Budget Van Build Ep 5

[@GregVirgoe]

PLEASE READ THIS EXTRA INFO Thank you to those who have suggested an useful alternative to the switch wiring. If you use a SPDT switch like I had then wire the BLUE signal wire to the middle common pin. Wire the permanent positive to the I pin Wire the reversing positive to the O pin. Leave the switch in O position and the camera will come on in reverse. Switch to I to override and bring it on at anytime. This gives you the best of both worlds. Thank you to everyone that comments and gave helpful feedback 👍🏼😃

[@micheleguerra9840]

Hi Greg, thank you for the useful guide, I'm installing the same camera on my Ducato, following your fantastic diagram. Just for clarity, If I want to use the extra info above, do I need to take a positive line from the reverse light or intercept this signal somewhere else in the van?

[@petewarby7158]

Mate, your videos are great and the fact you put the time in to supply diagrams is commendable.

[@GregVirgoe]

Really appreciate that Pete. Thanks 😊

[@d1btd3265]

Your videos are the only electrical videos that explain everything so clearly. Thanks.

[@GregVirgoe]

I do my very best to make then correct and factual. Thank you.

[@anthonyeyre571]

​@@GregVirgoe hi greg, great vid but i cant get the grid lines on , tried it with v1 and v2 plugged in but its not happening.i havent wired into reversing light done same as you.any ideas?

[@anthonyeyre571]

Havent used the remote yet

[@GregVirgoe]

@@anthonyeyre571 to get the grid lines it’s a menu option on the display screen but only shows up on the V2 channel

[@anthonyeyre571]

@@GregVirgoe ok greg ill try again thanks ill let you know how i get on👍

[@setapart3452]

I am planning van life and just watching this man's videos makes me feel so confident, that I can do this myself. Can't get enough of his videos. When I am finished with my build, then I will dedicate it to this good-hearted man. Thanks, Greg.

[@GregVirgoe]

Hello, thank you very much. I’m glad you are finding these to be helpful. I wish you good fortune with your own project 👍🏼😊

[@matthewporter6890]

Thanks Greg - another peerless instructional video - you have set the bar high!

[@GregVirgoe]

I hope that anyone wanting to do this can follow these with ease 😊

[@nagualdesign]

Congratulations; you've reached the perfect balance with your editing in showing every step of the process without any extraneous material. 👍🏻 And if I do feel like watching your missus operate a broom for an entire minute I can always rewatch the previous episode, so it's a win-win.

[@NomaddUK]

I know. Lol

[@GregVirgoe]

I rewatched it and Lou was sweeping for 35sec 😂 maybe it just seemed like a lifetime 😃👍🏼

[@nagualdesign]

@@GregVirgoe It felt like 35 minutes. 🤭

[@vic6820]

Thank you for not playing unnecessary, irritating background music.👍

[@GregVirgoe]

I’ll try and keep that to a minimum. 👍🏼😃

[@vic6820]

@@GregVirgoe I wasn't referring to yours by the way.

[@mikelittle8678]

Not all hero's wear capes! Another absolutely cracking video. Thanks Greg!

[@GregVirgoe]

Thats really nice of you thanks :D

[@thehappyhippie3826]

Yes, but some of them wear black caps.... Gregman to the rescue!!

[@mambi74]

These vids are both increadibly informational and soothing at the same time - great stuff!

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you very much for watching

[@khiggins7231]

Excellent stuff ! You are a natural teacher .

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you very much 🙏🏼 I’m glad you liked it 😊

[@markmim5676]

Hey Greg really pleased you have done this video which I will be following for my installation. Once again a great step by step guide and diagram to follow😁👍👏. This series is going to be awesome for us amateurs to follow 👍

[@GregVirgoe]

Hoping that it will give a really clear set of instructions for anyone wanting to build a campervan.

[@SecrePeach]

Greg, thanks so much for your detailed van build series. Im a middle aged mum almost ready to purchase and convert my own van. Having watched hundreds of van builds to get as much info as I can I’m still wary, although I’m pretty hands on with most things electrics and mechanics are where I’ve always drawn the line. It’s great to see what’s really involved in ‘removing the cab shelve’, ‘sealing the floor’ or ‘adding a camera’. You have really helped my confidence!

[@GregVirgoe]

Stick with me and I’ll guide you through every task. If you ever need any advice just ask 👍🏼😊

[@SecrePeach]

That’s so kind, thank you so much (bing watching more episodes with a cuppa now) 😁

[@naturelover_9211]

Very well explained and practically done reverse camera job ,you are a very good instructor/teacher Greg.

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you very much for great feedback 👍🏼😃

[@kathrynrobinson-burge7661]

You are remarkable. I am very grateful for all the info you post on here. It's brilliant for us lesser mortals when we're muddling our way through our own conversion.

[@GregVirgoe]

I’m really pleased that the videos are helping you. Best wishes with your own build 👍🏼😃

[@fjspicer1]

Hi Greg another great video, I particularly liked the tip about the pipe insulation around the cables or wires to stop them rattling. Another one for you if you are trying to feed cables through a small space try pushing a piece of plastic coated curtain wire through first, it has enough rigidity to be able to push it through but enough flexibility to go round bends or corners

[@GregVirgoe]

That’s a good tip too 😃👍🏼

[@An.Individual]

Nice video. All vans should have a reversing camera, so usefull.

[@GregVirgoe]

I totally agree it’s a game changer 😊

[@mauricebracken687]

Hi Greg. I came accross your videos while doing reserch on my conversion which I am starting this week having bought my van 2nd hand a couple of weeks ago. There is so many videos done on this subject but I am finding yours brilliant. Tks man for going to the trouble to record your journey its going to be a great guide for me. Keep up the good work man. Moe here in Greystones Ireland.

[@GregVirgoe]

Fantastic! I'm really glad you like the videos, and hope all goes well with your own conversion :D

[@highlikesuperman]

The only video which showed the required details for a successful install. Thanks Greg!

[@andysells6803]

coming from someone who doesn,t do instructions this video was a big help Thanks

[@NomaddUK]

Hi Greg. That black metal beam above the seats is where I attached a 12mm strip of ply to attach the two pieces of 12mm to replace the plastic tray that we discussed. Great video, as always. I had that same video screen in my previous van and they are very delicate. The glass is very brittle. Another two things I have done in this van are a secret storage location for my gadgets and a slide out floor (Under the rear raised floor) that locks in two beams on the rear doors. It is exactly the same width as the distance between the wheel arches. I will then have a canvas to act as the roof and rear windowed wall. Easy extension.

[@GregVirgoe]

That sounds interesting. 😊

[@brendanscott8749]

Always excellent content Greg, well thought out and happy to improve on own designs and update us all, really enjoy your videos, keep them up 👏👏👏👍

[@Regi869]

As a complete electrical novice, I was able to hook up a very basic solar panel system to my van with your previous videos. Thanks for these instructional vids 👍👍

[@GregVirgoe]

That’s great news 👍🏼 I’m really pleased they helped you 😃

[@gonefilming2020]

Another easy-to-follow video with all the info you need to complete the task! 😊👍 Back in my shop days, we wrapped connectors and tied-together cabling with a bit of thin foam to keep lose wiring from vibrating in the nooks and crannies. There's nothing more annoying than chasing some rattle behind the finished interior... 😖

[@GregVirgoe]

What a great bit of advice. I can still do that 😃

[@eddvanlife7396]

It was the first job I did straight after rattle noise reduction. Absolute essential in a van build. As always Greg excellent work.

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you Edd 😊

[@Simon_PieMan]

Greg, your videos are excellent. I even think I could do a conversion with these helping along the way.

[@GregVirgoe]

I’m hoping that these videos could give anyone the confidence to do their own van build 👍🏼😃

[@samgoddard9738]

Thanks Greg. Wish you had made this video 3 years ago when I fitted the exact same camera and screen in my boxer! Like the idea of the rocker switch.

[@GregVirgoe]

How did you wire yours? Did you pick up the reverse power supply. 😊

[@samgoddard9738]

@@GregVirgoe I used a similar wiring setup to you but with an ignition feed. I can't remember now if I also connected the reverse power supply to the ignition feed or left this disconnected. To turn it on I need to use both the keys in the ignition and the button on the screen.

[@DougWaterson]

Hi Greg, I have really enjoythe way you present your videos on the channel. So practical and informative. In fact when I bought my 413 CDI 2005 Sprinter at an auction here in Australia about 4 years ago, I used a lot of your instructions from your channel to help me over a 2 year period to go from an old delivery van to a very practical motorhome for my wife Sue and myself. So thank you. When it came to rear view cameras, I used a Toguard 4K unit that I got off eBay and it is very practical for me as it has a dual mode display with voice prompts, so I can use it as, a dashcam, a reversing camera or whilst travelling I can use it with the dual display. Rear and forward. Whilst travelling I use it most as a rear view camera, and it works great. If I want to change the mode whilst driving I just issue a voice command like “ Show rear camera” or “Show both cameras” Kinda cool when you get bored driving out in the wilderness, just telling your camera what to do 😂 I am going to use your rocker switch suggestion. That’s very cool. Thanks Greg for all your help over the years. Keep the videos coming mate. Cheers, Doug (Mackay. Queensland Australia)

[@GregVirgoe]

Hi Doug, thank you for sharing your story with me. It’s great that the videos have helped you to create your own Campervan and I’m delighted that you’re enjoying using it 👍🏼😃 thank you for watching

[@harrytowns929]

I really enjoy your detailed way of showing the processes needed to build a van conversion. Getting started on my newly acquired 2017 Sprinter. Will do it right this time. Converted a 72 Chevrolet van in 1972 just made a fold down sofa with 4 in foam , paneling on walls, no insulation, and shag carpet on floor . Going to do better this time thanks to you.

[@kevgermany]

Nice one. I've been using Wago connectors a lot. Also those ferrules. Good kit. Reversing cameras can be on permanently while you drive... Good rear view mirror substitute. For people with very long vans or difficulties running wires from front to back, you can get a radio link to replace the long yellow cable.

[@chriscoulthard4947]

I know people who have fitted cameras to trailers/back of caravan using the radio link.

[@rayletaxi]

Radio link runs on Bluetooth and can interfere with phone to car communications in some cases

[@briankeane6429]

Good on you, Mr Virgo, these are spot-on again I’m just starting a short Which the wife calls a postage stamp, but this is gonna be my first one then I’ll move onto a slightly bigger van watched all your videos on the last one, but I’m glad that you’re doing another one now spot-on. Thanks again Brian from Manchester

[@GregVirgoe]

Hopefully with the two series will be a wealth of information to help you

[@chriscarey1879]

Great video Greg, you thought of everything there, even looked out for people who'd prefer to use it only whilst reversing...Top man👍

[@johnburnside9668]

I see you have the courtesy light above the doors, on my friends van , I took it out, added an extension to the wiring and ran it down the rear pillar to reconnect to the light fitting in the garage area under the bed. It was a simple way and cheap way to illuminate the garage when you open the rear doors.

[@GregVirgoe]

That’s a really good idea 👍🏼

[@horstszibulski19]

The white connector could be an audio feed from the cam to the monitor, if both would support that, could be nice to also listen to people that walk around in the view of the cam. Great install video, as always, thx a lot! 👍👍👍

[@GregVirgoe]

Yes I did wonder that but there was only a white plug on one end of the system, unless you are connecting it to a head unit that has spare aux input for audio.

[@chrisanderson8578]

Loving the series. Top job as always.

[@GregVirgoe]

Cheers Chris 😊

[@craiglouw4057]

Greg you are an absolute legend 💪 thanks for taking the time to give us the skills necessary in building our vans 🙏

[@GregVirgoe]

Glad you like them 👍🏼😃

[@stevechrisandwhiskeywoober5266]

Greg; I missed it in the comments but a good tip would to insulate the unused switch contact on your rocker switch. This would eliminate any possibility of shorting to the van body or other when in the off positon.

[@GregVirgoe]

Yes that is a very good bit of advice. Thank you 👍🏼😃

[@kevinthebespectacledpilgrim]

Another top video Greg. On my Ducato I did a similar system with a couple of differences. Mine is powered via the front 12V socket with a press on/off switch that lights up when on (only works when ignition is on though) and I added another small video camera hidden just above the numberplate pointing straight back, connected to the second video feed on the monitor. This enables me to use the system as a rear view mirror constantly showing the road behind. The brake light camera points directly down to my rear step for close parking. I can switch between the two videos on the monitor. I do like your idea of switching the system on independently of the ignition.

[@GregVirgoe]

Great idea using two cameras. You could use a piggy back fuse holder to give you a permanent supply to the switch.

[@connoratherton8871]

Me and my Girlfriend have just bought a boxer so these videos are like our bible 😂😂😂 keep up the amazing work greg!!

[@GregVirgoe]

I’m glad you like them. Good luck with your build 👍🏼😃

[@ian_morg]

I’ve got a rubbish camera on our motorhome, think it’s the original one. It’s plugged into a very fancy Alpine Halo head unit and I want to fit a double lens camera instead. This helps a lot with how these are wired thanks.

[@GregVirgoe]

You are most welcome. Glad it helps 😊

[@stco2426]

Nice one. Really like the combined use of the ferrules and Wago. Not seen that before in auto, but I'll be doing the same. I also really agree with the switch for the rear camera rather than on with the reversing light. It means the camera can be switched on when towing and to check on things behind even when not in reverse. It also means the camera is on when manoeuvring forwards though your setup is also fast to activate, which I like. It also seems to have LEDs to illuminate; a real bonus! There are pros and cons of ignition powered v permanent live. I think it's useful to do a quick visual check when parking if on permanent live and this might be a case for a LED-illuminated rocker switch to help eliminate leaving the system on, or in sleep. I'm looking to install a rear camera on a van that doesn't have a high level brake, so will add both, due to design they will likely not be integrated as you have , which is a pity. I'm a fan of labelling the cabling, esp at the B pillar in your case. I've learned a lot here and thanks for the QR codes and links. Real bonus, cheers!!

[@GregVirgoe]

I think this way you can turn the system on at any time you need it when you are driving or stationary. It better than just on reverse only.

[@joline2730]

Skipping this one, Greg, cos I already have a reversing camera and parking sensors ... move on to the carpet lining 😄😄👍👍

[@GregVirgoe]

Thanks for leaving me a comment anyway. The views all helps 👍🏼😃

[@joline2730]

@@GregVirgoe well, I did give it a thumbs up ‼️😄

[@GregVirgoe]

@@joline2730 that’s brilliant 🤩 thank you 🙏🏼

[@MiniLuv-1984]

Thanks Greg, excellent instruction as usual. It occurred to me that wiring the reverse lights +ve at the back through a diode allows you to both have auto camera on reverse and through the switch without illuminating the reversing lights when you use the switch.

[@GregVirgoe]

You can simply use the SPDT switch and wire the reverse onto O pin and positive onto I pin then the blue cable onto the common centre pin. Then you can select which option to use.

[@MiniLuv-1984]

@@GregVirgoe Absolutely that will work, but using a diode is easy and extremely cheap and makes reversing camera automatic when the reverse lights are on. I'd suggest a diode like the 1N5822 3A Schottky Diode for this purpose. Its legs will go straight into the the spring terminal blocks you used. Getting the polarity wrong means it just doesn't work, easy fix and no damage to the diode.

[@philwilliams23]

Another brilliantly explained video! Especially the little ferrule crimps. Thanks Greg!👍

[@GregVirgoe]

I’m glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

[@dariusfletcher2522]

Brilliant video, I’ve already wanted to have a reversing camera in my van but I’ve never been confident in installing one myself but you’ve covered everything there. Thanks Greg

[@Tangotop]

I've been wondering how to do this since I saw you do yours. Nice. Great overview that I can apply to mine which is already installed.

[@GregVirgoe]

I like the option to turn it on at any time. We have used it like that on a lot of occasions

[@Tangotop]

@@GregVirgoe nice job for me tomorrow 😀

[@Maggiemay1942]

Brilliant Greg. V meticulous and well explained.

[@GregVirgoe]

I’m pleased you liked it 😊

[@denkkk]

I needed this video 2 weeks ago!!! I have the same system and hooked the camera up to reverse light and monitor to aux socket, quite the hashed effort but it works. I will probably follow your tips and reroute everthing as yours is so much tidier

[@denkkk]

Strange but mine doesnt have this fuse panel on the right passenger side(LHD van)

[@GregVirgoe]

Have you looked inthe bottom of the LHD drivers side B pillar, it is mostly likely to be handed the other way around.

[@denkkk]

@@GregVirgoe Yes I checked both side, no fuse blocks at all.

[@yousseff7308]

Great and simple explanation, thanks very much

[@GregVirgoe]

Glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

[@GregVirgoe]

Glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

[@Daryl26543]

Excellent Greg👌in the middle of my van build and I have exactly the same camera, it is currently mounted and cables run but never got round to do the final wiring as a couple of cables I was unsure about. Got plenty of other stuff to get on with and was going to come back to it. After watching this it’s all clear now, and cheers for the diagram, you have been a great help👍

[@GregVirgoe]

That’s brilliant. You should now be able to safely finish it off 😊

[@popdroprolld20]

Can't wait for more of these

[@GregVirgoe]

New video out today Wed @ 7pm GMT

[@scotchegg6422]

Great videos, thoroughly enjoying your build series. Only came across your channel this morning and working my way through.

[@GregVirgoe]

That’s great are you looking to build your own campervan?

[@scotchegg6422]

@@GregVirgoe I’m thinking about it yes. The Ducato / boxer / relay seem to be a fairly common donor vehicle.

[@scotchegg6422]

@@GregVirgoe watched all 15 episodes today, where’s the rest? 😂

[@GregVirgoe]

@@scotchegg6422 they are a bit wider in the rear 😬👍🏼

[@HenkAnnieNaald]

Nice job, well explained and seems like a safe installation. Another option could be to wire the SPDT switch with the rearview unit in the center terminal and a switched igniton on one terminal and a constant power on other outer terminal. That way you'll end up choosing if its a iginiton switched device or a continous use device and it will give the option of moving the load from starter to house battery.

[@GregVirgoe]

That would be a better way to do it 👍🏼 why didn’t I think of that 😂

[@CORRIGEEN71]

Tks for your as usual attention to detail really required here

[@GregVirgoe]

I wanted to fill in the bits that everyone else leaves out

[@ianowen5098]

Great video Greg. I also have a silver Peugeot Boxer L3H2 and followed your original series 3 years ago when I did my van. Best colour, the inside looks like a space craft before insulation so brings back memories. I fitted the same camera and monitor but didn’t fit the rocker switch to start with. The van battery will eventually run flat if you rely on the monitor switch. So I fitted a rocker switch about a year ago - game changer far more relaxing not having to worry about the battery.

[@GregVirgoe]

Yes, I put my bench power pack onto it and was getting 0.1amp in standby so it would have a small drain to the van battery.

[@spudman869]

That was a fantastic video that explained everything in simple terms that even a dumy like me could understand, thank you.

[@peterwalton479]

Nice one again Greg your the man like a van build bible 😊your channel thanks for all your efforts

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you. I hope it gives loads of useful information

[@bigbenskeys]

Great video Greg, appreciate the clarity in all your build series 😀. I managed to fit a rocker switch and also incorporated the reverse signal option as a trigger for the camera. The CANbus didn't appreciate the back feed through the reverse light wire, however I managed to overcome this by fitting an inline diode to the same to block the voltage from the activated rocker switch. Best of both worlds, cheers 😉

[@simonlockley2854]

Excellent work Greg. Hope you keep these coming. I'm going to be buying a LWB Ducato to convert and your channel is proving to be invaluable. Wish I had your skills and tools to match tho!

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you 🙏🏼 we will be continuing to film the rest of the build in great detail.

[@andyreact]

This was the very first thing i fitted to my van build! 👍

[@GregVirgoe]

Awesome :D

[@julianrout1347]

Fanstastic Vid Thankyou,, I wish i had a teacher at school as calm as you then i could of learnt something,, Thanks again 👍👍🚙🚙

[@GregVirgoe]

That's really nice of you to say so, thank you very much

[@yousavetheylifehelpafrican4341]

Greg you are the best , without you I don't know how to do it.

[@tooyoungtobeold8756]

Excellent video. You explain things so well and make it look almost easy. Thank you for your efforts.

[@GregVirgoe]

I’m glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

[@donnysweekendvanlifetravel7854]

great jog greg and some great tips too all the best donny

[@GregVirgoe]

Cheers Donny, hope they help you 😊

[@premierexterior8720]

Cheers!!.. Picking up my Peugot Boxer on thursday.. Could do with a reversing camera.

[@GregVirgoe]

It really does help so much with these bigger vehicles 😊👍🏼

[@madzyadzy07]

Loving the frequent content Greg go on!

[@GregVirgoe]

Will be putting them out as often as I can 😊

[@clarkspiemuncher24]

thank you for recommending the Cable Ferrule Set and Crimp Tool. I have been wondering what the things were called and now i know and have ordered some

[@slfbs]

Good job Greg as always 👌

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@rayletaxi]

I winced when you cut the plug connector to the brake light off flush. I would always suggest where possible leaving an inch or two as it's easier to connect 2 cables together than repin a plug, If you ever wanted to return to stock. You also could eBay the brake light with the connector, makes it easier for the next guy when you have moulded connectors. Good video though.😊

[@GregVirgoe]

I understand what your saying but anyone buying a replacement light would have the plug on their loom and this van is unlikely to go back stock once I’ve finished with it

[@suffolkseries3319]

Another great video Greg. I think it's much better to have it on a rocker switch, as it gives you more flexibility. I.e. when you reverse but also from security perspective if you hear something outside etc I love the time and detail you put into your videos and diagrams it's so helpful. I really look forward to your videos. They are almost a form of meditation!! Thanks mate. Keep up the good work.

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you 🙏🏼 got some different facts about insulation in the next one. Something nobody else has mentioned before 👍🏼😃

[@caskwith]

Good idea to have it on a switch I think. I needed some extra illumination when reversing due our unlit driveway, for simplicity I put these lights on an illuminated switch on the dash. No need to mess with the wiring for the reversing light, no chance of messing up an important safety feature and I can use the lights only when I want to.

[@GregVirgoe]

Thats a good practical solution. Reverse lights are never very bright.

[@johncrisp6683]

Great video. The unit I bought has a timer where the screen sleeps after 3min. Wish I had realized that before buying. In my Westy I cant get to the pillars. However, I added a channel to future proof for the next wire front to back.

[@GregVirgoe]

I fitted 25mm Flexible conduit so I could pull two cables though later on if needed.

[@raykillick]

Really well explained and easy to follow. Thank you Greg.

[@GregVirgoe]

Glad you liked it Ray :D lol

[@MatthewSmith-Lilley]

Another great video Greg. Just wondering what cable you’d used to run from the fuse board on the b-pillar to the switch?

[@GregVirgoe]

I used one core of a rubber flex cable. H07RNF CABLE 👍🏼😃

[@MarkSnape]

nice video as usual Greg. Like all your little pouches for your hand tools but it must be a nightmare trying to find the right one! I noted that with the SPDT switch it would be better to put the feed to the outside connector and then the camera on the centre pin. Then the spare pin is never live and at risk of being shorted to the body

[@GregVirgoe]

That is a very good bit of advice thank you 🙏🏼

[@GregVirgoe]

I know what I put in each pocket of the pouch so they go back in the same place and are easy to find next time. I have one for screwdrivers and spanner’s and one for electrical tools. Much lighter to carry in the van than a large tool box.

[@robinbean6716]

Love the video Greg I couldn't ever get mine to go lol.

[@GregVirgoe]

Did your system not work? Did you put power on the Blue wire? With this video can you see what you might have missed

[@robinbean6716]

I found it all I bit much Greg as is was at the start of my build ,, at that point my electric skills where not to good ,,but as the build when on got hell of a lot better so I have it in but can't get to work and it's mostly covered up now as my build is finished so hard to see where I went wrong ,I'm liking this build Greg as I did a peugeot boxer long wheel bace ,,thanks for your reply mate

[@davidjenkins9842]

Timing is everything! Just about to fit the same camera to my Sprinter!

[@glennclark762]

Another fantastic video Greg. What I thought was interesting was using the ferrule in the butt connector, as guess it the same as using the wire at the end of the day. Would you do this say to add the connector for the fuse box connections? I am sure it would be a better and stronger connection crimping the ferrule inside say a ring terminal.

[@GregVirgoe]

Quite often crimps can pull off on just the bare wires so these ferrules help to fill the void more

[@sheilalapointe7828]

Thank you so much! I think I'm still not confident in my skills. But you make this look clear!

[@MuraliDharan-sx5ru]

Appreciate all your efforts-so much information.

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you 🙏🏼 really appreciated 😊

[@mausie1967]

I really like your dedicated videos 🙂

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you very much 😊

[@Hiker1958]

First class Greg. Many thanks. ATB

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you so much 😊

[@paulrenshaw1453]

Hi Greg loving the videos the detail and explanations of how to do it are exceptional, I'm getting ahead of myself here but will you be taking out the bench seat and replacing it with a single seat as very interested in how you tackle the seatbelt tensioner electrics.Looking forward to seeing how the build progresses.

[@GregVirgoe]

That is the plan all being well my proposed fix will work. If not I do have a workaround for that 😃👍🏼 Please stay tuned

[@mikebourke1185]

Clear n Precise Greg .. Thanks 👍 😊

[@GregVirgoe]

You are most welcome 😊

[@bjorngustafsson1627]

Great Greg. I have a Waeco system installed, but Heed a New camera. THE problem is to find a camera with a 6 pin connector. Or if I could find a rca to 6 pin adapter. But I te great to have a reverse camera. 😂

[@dougspatz]

Great videos Greg. You mention that the backup grid lines can be shut off. How is that done?

[@GregVirgoe]

Just go into the menu on the monitor and option to turn them on or off. But only if plugged into V2 plug.

[@dougspatz]

Thanks Greg. I tried that but there is no option on the menu mode to turn off the grid lines. I do have the V2 plug option. Perhaps I have a different model of rear camera than you have. I got my camera through Amazon.Thanks.

[@rosscoooo4854]

Thanks Greg, picking up my new van next week and this will help massively. Only issue I have is I don’t want to have a switch. I’d like it to come on with the ignition. Can you remember if there are any switched positives in the B pillar fuse box ? Thanks

[@GregVirgoe]

There wasn’t in my van but each one is different. Failing that it’s really easy to run down the A pillar and piggy back off one of the main fuses. It’s easy to google a fuse board layout to see which is which.

[@rosscoooo4854]

@@GregVirgoe Thank you 🙏

[@salihtaysi]

Hi Greg, amazing video as always, sorry weird question though, what kind of solvent you using at timestamp 11:58? sorry im just afraid of stripping my paint :(

[@GregVirgoe]

It was a bit of Lou’s nail polish remover 😂 don’t tell her 😊

[@Keithdaniels479]

Great video and methodical. I already have this fitted but would like to use the camera as a live constant rear view mirror on my camper van which has no rear windows . Any ideas welcome.

[@GregVirgoe]

If you connect it like I have you can turn it on whenever you want even when you are driving.

[@Keithdaniels479]

At the moment it only comes on when I engage reverse and I don’t have the 2/3 pole switch fitted as it came as standard from the factory Should I remove the wire to the reversing light and put a switch cable from the ignition.

[@GregVirgoe]

@@Keithdaniels479 yes putting a 12v supply onto that signal cable from a switched source will bring it on when you want it to 👍🏼😊

[@stevecaruana195]

As usual very interesting video thanks I learned something

[@GregVirgoe]

Many thanks Steve 👍🏼😃

[@goodluck2404]

Ciao, di solito mi piaccion o molto i tuoi video semplici, ma devo dire che ho avuto molta difficolta' a seguire questo video

[@andreelliott6161]

Nice work Greg 😊👍

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@donwhitehead4587]

Thanks Mr V👍🏻 As always clear and concise.

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you 🙏🏼 I hope that’s easy to follow.

[@thegabormate]

Thanks for these awesome videos. Just a quick note though... At the end of Ep. 3 you said the next video would be about insulating the cab area with some science and links to the material used. Is it coming anytime soon, please? Or could you update and just link the material to the video please?

[@GregVirgoe]

Sorry my mistake. I realised that I fitted the camera before the insulation and am trying to keep it exactly in the order the work was done. It will be the next one ☝️

[@JamesJenkin-c4h]

Greg, cracking video as ever and I was so confident right up until I looked for a spare fuse holder on the fuse box and discovered while I had some spare spaces, there was no power and they hadn't been wired for fuses. So having followed your guidance to the tee, it's back to the drawing board. Incidentally, I did wonder whether the brake light is a switched power and thus unless you press the brake pedal, you won't get any power at the camera? Any help to get me over this hurdle would be appreciated. I have a 2020 Boxer.

[@GregVirgoe]

You can use the same piggy back fuse and take it down the A pillar into the dash and connect to a fuse in your main fuse board. Fuses 32 or 34 would be ok to connect to as they are for rear passenger compartment and not often used in vans. imgvehicle.com/peugeot/boxer-ii/fuse-box#section_2 The rear camera has a separate power supply to the brake light. Please look at my diagram there are two positives going to the rear light / camera unit. The positive for the camera is the red wire inside the video lead. 👍🏼😃

[@spitNsawdust]

Any idea of how of where to fit a rocker switch for a stock reversing camera Greg? Viewed from the head unit, that would be super handy when parked up. Maybe it’s not possible, but if anyone will know it’s you. Thanks for all your videos over the years, you’re making me want to do another van 😉👍

[@GregVirgoe]

Similar to this system there will be a signal wire (in our case it’s the blue wire to the monitor) which turns the system on when your vehicle is put into reverse. You need a SPDT switch like I was using. Connect blue wire to the centre pin. Connect your reverse wire to the O pin and a 12v positive to the I pin. Leave the switch in the O position it will work as normal and in the I position it will turn the camera on when you use the switch. 👍🏼😃

[@spitNsawdust]

@@GregVirgoe thank you so much for replying Greg. I’m definitely going to give that a go! You’re a true gent. 😊👍

[@garrywilson2720]

Evening Greg, love your informative videos, great work. I’m currently converting a Peugeot Boxer too and have just installed the same camera & monitor. I’m not looking to have my system switched or powered from the reversing light, I’m looking to use it from the power button/remote control. Would this pull much power from the leisure battery, if any, in this standby mode? Cheers, Garry.

[@GregVirgoe]

It used fractions of an amp in standby mode because the camera LEDs would always be on but it is minimal.

[@garrywilson2720]

Thanks for your reply Greg. I’m looking forward to your next episode of the build. 👍

[@derekwindle8047]

My self adhesive gasket between the body & the brake light/camera was flimsy. I used sealant, then tidy around with solvent, to keep the weather out.

[@GregVirgoe]

Hopefully it will be ok. So far it’s not had any signs of leaks

[@jimbartley9125]

Hi Greg. Thanks for your videos. I am enjoying the series. I have a VW crafter that has already been converted. Do you think it possible to fit the reversing camera retrospectively? Cheers. Jim

[@GregVirgoe]

You can get wireless versions so you don’t need the video link cable. Just power at the front which is easy and power from back light. 👍🏼😃

[@jimbartley9125]

@@GregVirgoe Thanks for getting back to me. Any recommendations for a wireless model? Cheers Jim

[@marks-0-0]

Top quality as always Greg. Your how to videos are so good now you deserve to be able to monetize them in some way. At the end of the build could you collate them all together into a Haynes manual video kind of product. I know you show it free here but is it possible to bundle all the footage together onto a website and have no fuss easy to digest videos and sell it for a nominal amount.

[@GregVirgoe]

I do get a small income from the adverts displayed on each video so that does help. I am in the process of building the website at the moment and quite excited to have a place where all the useful information will be kept.

[@greenerschannel]

Hi great video yet again. Just a quick question what's the pros on using ferrules when connecting them in wagos as I have always that you get a good maintenance free connection just using the cores of the cable.

[@GregVirgoe]

The addition of the ferrule presents several advantages, including strain relief and the fact that every strand of a wire can now be inserted into a connector, without the fear of a few being displaced to the sides upon insertion. Ferrules greatly reduce the contact resistance between the wire and connector, and even help cut down on the oxidation in the strands because of the lack of air space between them.