Dash cam

[mlwilliams808]

Do any of you use a dash cam? Any recommendations on which ones you prefer? I am considering purchasing one after nearly being wrecked in Dallas traffic on Tuesday. Some young kid did not want to let me change lanes in stop & go traffic to get to my exit, semi next to me held him up so I could merge in front of him, apparently the kid didn't like it and waited till traffic was moving at 45 mph and swooped in front of me and locked up his brakes, I just about creamed him, he did this 2 more times and sped off. I brakes so hard that it actually broke the mounts on my kitchen window shade. I had grandkids & wife in the truck! Stupid stupid kid put everyone's life in danger for no reason. Sorry that I got off on a rant, but I'm still pretty steamed.

[SeaDog]

I have also given so thought to a dash cam now that the price has come down I can't answer your question but feel like you do

[Eagles609]

I use an app on my Android phone called DailyRoads Voyager it is a free app and I use a suction cup mounted cell phone holder. Works good enough for me

[grumpy0374]

I actually just got one yesterday via Amazon.
KDLinks X1 Car Camcorder. A bit pricey, and probably overkill, but got good reviews. I figure, cheap insurance for the price.
Will also now allow me to prove that I've seen aliens, flying pigs, and pedestrians crossing an interstate in rush hour traffic.
Grumpy

[mlwilliams808]

Originally Posted by grumpy0374

I actually just got one yesterday via Amazon.
KDLinks X1 Car Camcorder. A bit pricey, and probably overkill, but got good reviews. I figure, cheap insurance for the price.
Will also now allow me to prove that I've seen aliens, flying pigs, and pedestrians crossing an interstate in rush hour traffic.
Grumpy

For the aliens & flying pigs I'd probably have to get a go pro camera, I usually don't see those until set up and enjoying a few adult beverages.

[grumpy0374]

Originally Posted by mlwilliams808

For the aliens & flying pigs I'd probably have to get a go pro camera, I usually don't see those until set up and enjoying a few adult beverages.

At the time of occurrence, I couldn't figure out if it was a flying pig that "looked" like an alien ship, or an alien ship that "looked" like a flying pig!
Pedestrian was real...almost hit the SOB, I-495 around Washington, DC.
Then, again, it might have been a politician, so no loss.
Grumpy

[mlwilliams808]

Might've had to go up on the sidewalk for a politician😀

[kchinth]

I got this one on sale and it seems to work well:

TaoTronics Car Dash Cam HD 1080P Wide Angle with G-Sensor WDR Night Mode 2.7" Screen

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0119F9EPG..._NCbBxbC6V6ZK2

[Cover Dog]

I have been using a Falcon Zero 170. Metal not plastic. Excellent video, come with a 32gb card.

[Stormrider151]

I've been using dash cams for 3 years now. The one I have now has two cameras. One facing forward and one in the rear window. It records both. It also accepts a 32 gig card. I've caught some very interesting stuff on it. It comes on when I start the truck. Here where I live it pays to have one.

[SpringerPop]

Originally Posted by Stormrider151

I've been using dash cams for 3 years now. The one I have now has two cameras. One facing forward and one in the rear window. It records both. It also accepts a 32 gig card. I've caught some very interesting stuff on it. It comes on when I start the truck. Here where I live it pays to have one.

Could you name it, please, so we can do some research to see if we could use it, too?

Pop

[Stormrider151]

I'll look and see if it has a name on it. I've had it for awhile but I think I got it on Amazon.

[W5CI]

I got a Garmin Dash Cam 20 it came with a 4g card but ordered a 32 g for it it works great, nite time pictures are good also

[jerryliving]

I have the Pilot from Walmart for about $40. Works great. First bought the more expensive one at Walmart but was junk. Had to get my own micro chip. Have been using it for over four months without an problem.

[grumpy0374]

I think the main point, whether expensive or inexpensive, is just to invest in one. I put it off for too long. But with all the crazies out there, texting, reading, sleeping, phoning, it's almost a necessity now to prove you were in the right.
May bite you if your in the wrong, but the good offsets the bad.
Grumpy

[RubyDually]

I've got a Ojocam Pro 2 in both of my vehicles and am happy with them and the picture is good. I hardwired them in to look tidy and they work when the key is turned on.

Another good point is that it's hardly noticeable from the outside unless you are looking for it hiding behind the rear view mirror.

Mini 0803 Dash Cam and Camera in California | Ojocam

Highlight

• Records 3MP (2304x12966) Real Time HD Video & Audio
• Very Good Day Video and Good Night Video
  
• Wide Dynamic Range
• Accurate GPS Data Logger (Google Maps)
• 3 Axis G-Shock Sensor for Accident Data
• Easily Mounts onto Vehicle Dashboard
• Includes 1.5" LCD Viewing Screen
• 135 Degree Wide Viewing Angle
• Records Time and Date Stamp
• "Best Bang for your Buck" on DashCamTalk.com
• Up to 32GB SD Card (optional)
• Plug-in Device (Car Adapter)
• Includes HDMI Cable
• Based on Ambarella A2s Processor
• 1 Year Warranty
• Bottom Line - Top Pick for an Affordable Dash Cam with GPS
• Call toll-free - 1-855-OJOCAM5
• Easy 30-days - return policy

Specifications

Display
1.5″ TFT LCD display
Image Sensor
3MP CMOS Low Light image sensor
Optical format
1/3 ”

WDR Yes
Lens
Wide angle view 135 degree
CPU/processor
Ambarella A7LA50D (3MP)

Video resolution
2304×1296@ 30FPS/1920×1080@30FPS/1280×720@30FPS
Frame rate
30 fps
License Plate Custom Field
On/Off

GPS
On/Off

G-sensor
On/Off
Video compression format
H.264
File format
Video: Mov; Photo: JPG
Video save interval
1 min/3 min/5min
Loop recording
On/OFF

Recording modes
Video record / Audio record / Motion detect record
Playing
Video / Photo / Mp3
HDMI port
High definition Video output
USB Port
Power input / Data transmission
Storage
TF Card up to 32GB
Power
Supplied power adapter




Package Content

1 x OJOCam Pro 2
1 x Car Charger or Hardwire Cable Kit
1 x USB Cable
1 x Windshield Mount with GPS logger
1 x HDMI cable
1 x Quick Start Quide

[Hutch333id]

I have been using dash cams now for over six years. The best are made by a company called RoadHawk. I have the RH-2 in one of my vehicles - this records images from both the inside and outside the vehicle simultaneously. It plots everything on GPS so when played back it shows this on a google map. Also records shocks imparted on the vehicle (harsh braking, heavy acceleration, sudden turns, impacts, etc.), vehicle speed, direction and audio in the vehicle (can be switched off). They now have models that are also in HD. Yes, they are a little more expensive but in al the years I have used them I have never had any problems with the operation of these cameras.

[Stormrider151]

Originally Posted by SpringerPop

Could you name it, please, so we can do some research to see if we could use it, too?

Pop

I looked on the cameras and could not find any indication as to manufacture or model number. I even ran through the menu and couldn't find anything. Pretty sure it's Chinese though Here's some pics of it, May help.

[Blackhat6mike]

I have been using the 4Sight [or 4Site] unit for 4 years and really happy with it. All the bells and whistles of much more expensive dash cams. Moving Google map [with opt antenna], mph, 3 axis G-meter, 32 Gb data card, front and rear recording at the same time, sound, etc. I paid $130 for the cam and $45 for the optional gps antenna. Bought them on Amazon. Don't know what the price is now.

[blwnsmoke]

I have two Lukas Dash cams. On has built in wifi so I can watch everything on my phone from the cam (life or recordings). The other doesn't have wifi but has built in Lane Departure (warns you about drifting into the other lane), Crash Avoidance (warns you if a car is slowing down abruptly in front of you) and when stopped at a light or stop sign behind a car (or in traffic) and the car in front of you starts to move, it makes a little beep to alert you that traffic is moving.

They also record if an impact happens as well as if it detects motion in front or behind you (when the vehicle is off).

Fantastic cams but you are talking high $300s to mid $400s for them (duals 1080p resolutions).