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Originally Posted by Gp1035
Thanks for all the feedback. I have been researching different brands and wired versus wireless. I would prefer a wired system but installation will be more challenging if the current camera wire is not able to be used. I will update when I get a system and install it. Thanks again.
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My original camera system on my 2000 Damon Challenger was a wired system with 4 wires. It worked, but the 5" black & white monitor just didn't have the clarity I wanted. I ordered a new system from Rear View System to replace it. I too thought I would have to run new cable (that was included). Man, that was going to be a CHALLENGING job. I removed the camera from the mount and found there was enough slack to access the connector. I cut off the connector from the cable running to the front of the rig and did the same thing on the camera end. Now here's the thing...old cable was 4 wire, new cable was 5 wire. The extra wire was for sound, so I folded it back and just matched the wires on both ends. I did connect the shield from the old and new wires to reduce interference. Soldered all wires, used heat shrink tubing then taped wires together. Guess what? It has been working for over a year now with NO issues.
Upside is, I still have a new 50' cable if I ever need it.
Hope this helps! It took me about two hours to complete, and it was well worth it.