Backup Camera installation cost?

Installation for the rear-view camera is complex and lengthy.... I'd say $504 is worth it. That's about what I paid (but I had a bunch of options done at the same time, don't know the break-down off the top of my head).

Of course, this is just my opinion.

If you shop around dealers, you should be able to get one that will match on-line prices for accessories, assuming you're spending more than a few bucks. It's probably best if you propose this prior to buying the car, but in fact, I got my accessories from a local dealer (matches on-line price), while I traveled about 70 miles for the vehicles themselves (got the Ridge & an S2000). The local dealer didn't blink, but I was buying a lot of gear. Saved a bunch on shipping, I guess. Otherwise I would have bought on line . . . just more convenient from the dealer . . especially if something fails. Good Luck with the camera. I've got the parts in my garage, waiting for a long weekend to do the deed.

Check here:http://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?goto=lastpost&t=3083

Check RTL44 post' - mentioned some pricing.

Also search the Mod's Insatallation's and How-to's and/or Mobile Electronic's threads for good info also.

Where did you get the Camera for that price?

Thanks

Joe.

Here is the link to that price:

https://halcyon.webair.com/chesrownhonda/product_info.php/cPath/86_87/products_id/507

Also, that thread refers to the aftermarket plate camera, not the Honda OEM one .....

It's bid as a 10 hour job and we paid full price: $800 for labor. If you can get it for $500, jump on it. Just take a look at all that has to be torn out to install it and you will be glad to pay someone else to do it.

I paid about $650.00 for mine. That was with the Platecam and a 5" color monitor.

The dealer quoted me 7 hrs. @ $70/hr up here in Canada. I installed it myself in about 9 hours and would never want to do it again. It's quite a job but worth every single penny!

I mounted my camera over the tailgate handle as it seemed the best place to mount it w/o touching it whenever opening/closing the gate.

Now if only I can get the damn thing to work w/o having to put it into reverse. Come on, there must be some electronic geeks out there who can find a fix to this dilemna!

Mine was aftermarket, but I preferred that - even if the Honda cam was the same price. I hate that goiter looking protuberance! Anyway, we have a few really nice custom shops in Columbus, and my Dad and I had cameras installed in each of our RL's. The cost per vehicle was $450 + tax. That included everything - the camera, the harness, and the labor. VERY nice high quality color picture, too!

Any chance you can post a photo of your setup? What brand was it?

Did mine with a mechanic at the Honda Dealer (after hours). Paid him $200.00 and it took us about 2-2 1/2hrs. We did not see the need to remove the bumper and we "centered the camera"-directly below the tailgate (perfect and centered view of hitch ball) handle rather than off to the side.

(This is possible if you can find a mechanic at preferably Honda or Acura who is interested in "side work")

Have you guys seen the rear camera plate I have?

http://www.burtmanindustries.com/zoomprod.php?id=rev_cam_plate

Any pics of it installed Jason?

No, unfortunately.

The only reason I like the Honda camera, is that it ties right into my Nav (as you all know). Adding another LCD screen just would take up more space.....

brian1972ct said:

The only reason I like the Honda camera, is that it ties right into my Nav (as you all know). Adding another LCD screen just would take up more space.....

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Brian,
The one I got is integrated into the nav. I wouldn't have done it otherwise. It was $450 which included the camera harness ands labor - EVERYTHING.

-RTL

So besides the brand RTL44 isnt sure of, anyone else know of another backup camera that can run through the Nav unit?

so RTL44 what shop in columbus did your install, I am close to there. I would like to contact the shop before i buy, or god help me buy the OEM Camera.

Bought the camera for 359 bucks. Took me and a buddy about 4 hours to install (also took several brews). We skipped removing the roof trim and dropping the rear bumper. There is nothing really technical involved-just removing screws and trim. I thought the toy was worth the 359 bucks but do not know if I would pay 400 or more for an install.