Wanderlodge Gurus - The Member Funded Wanderlodge Forum

Has anyone replaced the tv monitor for the back-up camera on an 85 PT40? My
tv/monitor seems very worn out, heavy and needs to be replaced. Of course, I
would like to do it as economically as possible. Also, do I have to replace all
the cables or will the existing cables work with new systems. I realize I might
have to replace the camera as well.

Thanks in advance.

Jerry
85 PT40

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "jburgessx2" wrote:
>
> Has anyone replaced the tv monitor for the back-up camera on an 85 PT40? My
tv/monitor seems very worn out, heavy and needs to be replaced. Of course, I
would like to do it as economically as possible. Also, do I have to replace all
the cables or will the existing cables work with new systems. I realize I might
have to replace the camera as well.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Jerry
> 85 PT40
>
I am interested to see the reply's you get Jerry. My monitor is not performing
well either.

Sam Powers
85 PT-40
Lexington,OH

Adapters are available so the existing cables in our coach could be used. I installed this backup camera CC25NV-B and the lens is a Fuji yv5x27r4bsa2L. The original backup monitor was replaced with a 7" LCD. I did not consider the using the TV (or replacing the TV) at that time and use it as the backup monitor.

Curt Sprenger

1987 PT38 8V92 "MacAttack Racing"

Anaheim Hills, CA
Read all about Southwest Bluebirds and Friends (SWBB) at http://www.SOUTHWEST-BLUEBIRDS.ORG ...Then Join us.

"Host of the Annual Bluebird Quartzsite Rally"

On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 7:23 AM, surplushound <"surplushound@yahoo.com"> wrote:

--- In "WanderlodgeForum%40yahoogroups.com", "jburgessx2" wrote:

>

> Has anyone replaced the tv monitor for the back-up camera on an 85 PT40? My tv/monitor seems very worn out, heavy and needs to be replaced. Of course, I would like to do it as economically as possible. Also, do I have to replace all the cables or will the existing cables work with new systems. I realize I might have to replace the camera as well.

>

> Thanks in advance.

>

> Jerry

> 85 PT40

>

I am interested to see the reply's you get Jerry. My monitor is not performing well either.

Sam Powers

85 PT-40

Lexington,OH

I have a 1985 PT40 and had to replace my rear camera monitor above the windsheild. I went to Radio Shack andbought a small 12 volt black and white tv that fit behind the existing clear panel, I think it was a 5", I did this about 5 years ago and I think at that time I paid $79.00 for the tv.

Wayne

From: jburgessx2
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sunday, March 29, 2009 10:04:10 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Rear view monitor

Has anyone replaced the tv monitor for the back-up camera on an 85 PT40? My tv/monitor seems very worn out, heavy and needs to be replaced. Of course, I would like to do it as economically as possible. Also, do I have to replace all the cables or will the existing cables work with new systems. I realize I might have to replace the camera as well.

Thanks in advance.

Jerry
85 PT40

Wayne,

How do you turn the tv off/on if it's behind the clear panel? Or, did you just
remove the clear panel?

Jerry
85 PT40

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Wayne Kotila wrote:
>
> I have a 1985 PT40 and had to replace my rear camera monitor above the
windsheild. I went to Radio Shack and bought a small 12 volt black and white tv
that fit behind the existing clear panel, I think it was a 5", I did this about
5 years ago and I think at that time I paid $79.00 for the tv.
> Wayne
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: jburgessx2
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Sunday, March 29, 2009 10:04:10 PM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Rear view monitor
>
>
> Has anyone replaced the tv monitor for the back-up camera on an 85 PT40? My
tv/monitor seems very worn out, heavy and needs to be replaced. Of course, I
would like to do it as economically as possible. Also, do I have to replace all
the cables or will the existing cables work with new systems. I realize I might
have to replace the camera as well.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Jerry
> 85 PT40
>

Abovethe drivers head on the left is the pull out on/off knob for the old tv/monitor and the old tv chassis, I removed the old aluminum box that contained the old chassis and cut the wires to that pull out tv on/off knob.

Then I took the 12 volt wires that I was running to power the new Radio Schack tv andcut one of them (the power wire) and soldered the ends to the terminals on the back of that existing switch,now that old switch turns the new tv monitor on and off.If you can find the 12 volt wires that powered the old chassis you can use them and that way the original fuse or breaker thatprotected the old monitor will be protecting the new one.

Good Luck

Wayne

From: jburgessx2
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:14:54 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Rear view monitor

Wayne,

How do you turn the tv off/on if it's behind the clear panel? Or, did you just remove the clear panel?

Jerry
85 PT40

--- In "WanderlodgeForum%40yahoogroups.com", Wayne Kotila wrote:
>
> I have a 1985 PT40 and had to replace my rear camera monitor above the windsheild. I went to Radio Shack andbought a small 12 volt black and white tv that fit behind the existing clear panel, I think it was a 5", I did this about 5 years ago and I think at that time I paid $79.00 for the tv.
> Wayne
>
>
>
>
> ____________ _________ _________ __
> From: jburgessx2
> To: "WanderlodgeForum%40yahoogroups.com"
> Sent: Sunday, March 29, 2009 10:04:10 PM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Rear view monitor
>
>
> Has anyone replaced the tv monitor for the back-up camera on an 85 PT40? My tv/monitor seems very worn out, heavy and needs to be replaced. Of course, I would like to do it as economically as possible. Also, do I have to replace all the cables or will the existing cables work with new systems. I realize I might have to replace the camera as well.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Jerry
> 85 PT40
>

Wayne,

Thanks for the update. That sure sounds like a good way to handle the old tv stuff.

Jerry

85 PT40

From: Wayne Kotila
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 5:01:22 PM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Rear view monitor

Abovethe drivers head on the left is the pull out on/off knob for the old tv/monitor and the old tv chassis, I removed the old aluminum box that contained the old chassis and cut the wires to that pull out tv on/off knob.

Then I took the 12 volt wires that I was running to power the new Radio Schack tv andcut one of them (the power wire) and soldered the ends to the terminals on the back of that existing switch,now that old switch turns the new tv monitor on and off.If you can find the 12 volt wires that powered the old chassis you can use them and that way the original fuse or breaker thatprotected the old monitor will be protecting the new one.

Good Luck

Wayne

From: jburgessx2
To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com
Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:14:54 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Rear view monitor

Wayne,

How do you turn the tv off/on if it's behind the clear panel? Or, did you just remove the clear panel?

Jerry
85 PT40

--- In "WanderlodgeForum%40yahoogroups.com", Wayne Kotila wrote:
>
> I have a 1985 PT40 and had to replace my rear camera monitor above the windsheild. I went to Radio Shack andbought a small 12 volt black and white tv that fit behind the existing clear panel, I think it was a 5", I did this about 5 years ago and I think at that time I paid $79.00 for the tv.
> Wayne
>
>
>
>
> ____________ _________ _________ __
> From: jburgessx2
> To: "WanderlodgeForum%40yahoogroups.com"
> Sent: Sunday, March 29, 2009 10:04:10 PM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Rear view monitor
>
>
> Has anyone replaced the tv monitor for the back-up camera on an 85 PT40? My tv/monitor seems very worn out, heavy and needs to be replaced. Of course, I would like to do it as economically as possible. Also, do I have to replace all the cables or will the existing cables work with new systems. I realize I might have to replace the camera as well.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Jerry
> 85 PT40
>

Hi,
Call me, I have the same issues. There is much to consider and know.
Gary
561 969-9245

--- On Mon, 3/30/09, surplushound wrote:

From: surplushound
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Rear view monitor
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 10:23 AM

--- In WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com, "jburgessx2" wrote:

>

> Has anyone replaced the tv monitor for the back-up camera on an 85 PT40? My tv/monitor seems very worn out, heavy and needs to be replaced. Of course, I would like to do it as economically as possible. Also, do I have to replace all the cables or will the existing cables work with new systems. I realize I might have to replace the camera as well.

>

> Thanks in advance.

>

> Jerry

> 85 PT40

>

I am interested to see the reply's you get Jerry. My monitor is not performing well either.

Sam Powers

85 PT-40

Lexington,OH

When I bought our coach, the PO gave me a new system he got,(Rear View Safety
Model RVS-770613)but had not installed. Marked on the box is $399.00 not sure if
he paid that or not. However I went on line to see what I had, here is a link

http://rearviewsafety.com/content/blogsection/2/7/

This system sells for $199.00 on-line. Now I have yet to install this system or
try it, so I can't say how well it works. I can tell you that it seems to be
well made unit,(but that in it's self, don't mean much, till you turn it on).
When I get it installed or tested, I'll post more.

J R in Washington (South of SEA-TAC) aka jr182pilot
Bug Smasher; 1982 PT40

JR,

I installed the identical system in our 83 FC about 1.5 years ago ($199) and It
works well.

Because I installed the camera behind the glass camera window, the IR lights
bounce off it in the dark and there is too much glare to see in the dark. If
you mount the camera externally, you will not have this problem. I am
considering mounting it outside, but I am reluctant to drill more holes. So
far, this is something I can live with. There may be a way to disconnect the IR
lights I have not researched this yet.

NH Bill 1983 FC "Casa Billisa"

Wanderlodge Gurus - The Member Funded Wanderlodge Forum

jburgessx2

surplushound

Curt Sprenger

Wayne Kotila

jburgessx2

Wayne Kotila

Jerry Burgess

GARY MINKER

J R

Bill Garamella