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07-29-2018, 08:26 AM
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Established Member
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Fountain
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M.O.C. #21964
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Furion Cameras
Can anyone tell me what model of Furion camera to purchase for the Montana 3791RD? It's already prepped in the back. Also are they easy to install and uf so any pointers fir installation. Thank you.
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2018 Montana 3791RD
2018 Ford F350 6.7 Turbo Diesel SRW
Full timers since April 2018
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07-29-2018, 08:35 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Arlington
Posts: 1,523
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Furion makes both backup as well as an observation camera models. The backup model is designed only to be energized while the vehicle is in reverse. While the observation model is supposedly suitable to be energized regardless. My dealer installed my backup camera so that it is energized regardless. I have not had a problem yet besides intermittent connectivity due to distance and/or interference.
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2015 Volvo VNL780 D13, iShift, 32k ET air hitch, Idle Free LiFePO4 APU
16.8KWhr LiFePO4, 2.52 kw solar, 10kva Victron split phase
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07-29-2018, 08:42 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: Thornville
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In my researching of these cameras, its best to get the "observation" set up as it also works as a back up camera too. It is like a $20 upcharge for the observation unit. Haven't met anyone personally that has it to get honest feedback from, not just reading reviews as they are sometimes skewed from dishonest feedback.
Also they are "plug and play" if your unit is prewired for them.
ANYONE here actually have them and can let us know how they actually operate ,please let us know !!!
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Darwin & Carla
2018.5 3701LK Montana
2022 3500HD Denali Duramax SRW
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07-29-2018, 08:43 AM
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New Member
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Bushnell
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I installed the Furrion FOS48TAPK-BL observation camera on my 42 foot 381th. very easy to install as the camper is pre wired for the camera, it is simply remove to screws to remove cover on back oh camper, plug in the power lead and mount camera with two screws the reinstall camera. I went with the observation camera because it is on all the time and it helps with lane changes. only tip I can give is to read instructions as you need to sinc the camera to the monitor before you mount it.
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07-29-2018, 09:48 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Apr 2018
Location: Calgary
Posts: 60
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My truck had the Ford auxiliary camera and I installed it on the Montana. It then displays on the dash display.
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Perry & Karen, Calgary, Alberta
2017 F350 SRW CC 4X4 6.7L — 2018 Montana 3720RL
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07-29-2018, 09:54 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Mena
Posts: 504
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Our 2015 3611 came with the backup camera... It didn't work worth a hoot.
Upgraded to the Furrion FOS48TAPK-BL observation camera and are much happier.
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Ron & Rhonda
2021 3230CK Montana Legacy w/ Super SolarFlex
(old rig) 2015 Montana 3611RL 8K I.S., Disk Brakes, Sailun Tires
2015 F350 XLT Crew Dually 20K B&W Companion
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07-29-2018, 10:35 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Bastrop
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The observation flavor is supposed to have a stronger signal. Do you have the ultimate trailer tow package on your truck? if so you can get a wired camera that uses your display in your truck. I have that and am happy with it. it is not hard to install.
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2018 Ford F-350 Lariat CCLB PSD DRW KJ5CQH
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07-29-2018, 11:00 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Apr 2018
Location: Calgary
Posts: 60
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We do have the ultimate trailer package. I bought a truck off the lot that had the auxiliary/back up comer and then but a plug and cord that allows the camera and trailer cords to be plugged in, inside the box. Works great.
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Perry & Karen, Calgary, Alberta
2017 F350 SRW CC 4X4 6.7L — 2018 Montana 3720RL
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07-29-2018, 11:41 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Oro Valley
Posts: 4,083
M.O.C. #20477
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I have had 2 observation cameras. A RVS with a large display and a Furrion with the 4 inch display. The Furrion works great and I never lose signal but I would spend a few more bucks for the larger display where you can see more detail.
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Zack and Donna plus Millie and Ranger
2018 3160RL
"Life is too short to stay indoors, enjoy the ride!"
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07-29-2018, 05:03 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Fountain
Posts: 23
M.O.C. #21964
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We do have the option of installing the ford camera system but we watched some videos on installation and it seemed overly complicated. You'd have to run wires down the back and under the trailer or over the roof and down the front to plug in the bsvk if the truck. If anyone has some good pointers about ease of hiding the wires, our preference would be to go that way especially because it had the tire pressure monitoring system. The furrion just looked so much easier to install. We just don't want a bunch of wires running on the exterior of the camper. Tgank you to everyone fir your input
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2018 Montana 3791RD
2018 Ford F350 6.7 Turbo Diesel SRW
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07-29-2018, 05:04 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Fountain
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M.O.C. #21964
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Would be interested in seeing how you did it if you could share some photos
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2018 Montana 3791RD
2018 Ford F350 6.7 Turbo Diesel SRW
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07-29-2018, 05:45 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Bastrop
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I tucked mine in under the coloplast (underbelly) and then up the ladder. gives those guys tailgating me something to look at
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Mocha, one-eyed toothless, hurricane survivor, Pirate dog
2019 20th Anniversary Edition 3701LK
B&W 20K for Ford OEM Puck
2018 Ford F-350 Lariat CCLB PSD DRW KJ5CQH
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07-30-2018, 10:32 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Gardnerville
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Our came with backup. Upgraded to observation. Works Great! Works hundreds of feet away..
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08-03-2018, 02:21 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Fountain
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M.O.C. #21964
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Bought the furrion. Can you tell me how to turn camera on? We do have it plugged into the outlet and installed it on the back
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2018 Montana 3791RD
2018 Ford F350 6.7 Turbo Diesel SRW
Full timers since April 2018
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08-03-2018, 02:26 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: Lincoln
Posts: 69
M.O.C. #21450
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Ours was wired to the running lights. Turn on the tow vehicle head lights to see if it works.
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Dale and Char Scott
2012 F350 6.7L
2018 Montana HC 380TH
Snowy
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08-03-2018, 02:41 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Fountain
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Ok. We disconnected the trailer already and tried using a fuse to turn on running lights but it still didn't work. Might have to take it down and make sure its paired or wait till we have it hooked up again. I know the manual stated to check that the converter was on so i assume they mean the electric panel. Thanks fir your help
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2018 Ford F350 6.7 Turbo Diesel SRW
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08-03-2018, 02:45 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Oro Valley
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As stated above ours works off the running lights which are totally separate from the converter.
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Zack and Donna plus Millie and Ranger
2018 3160RL
"Life is too short to stay indoors, enjoy the ride!"
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08-03-2018, 03:19 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: Lincoln
Posts: 69
M.O.C. #21450
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If the running lights did come on, you’re right that it may be a pairing issue. Or it’s powered some other way.
Our camera (not a furrion) has a pilot light next to the camera lens. It’s bright enough to see in daylight.
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Dale and Char Scott
2012 F350 6.7L
2018 Montana HC 380TH
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08-03-2018, 03:45 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Decatur
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M.O.C. #20459
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furion cameras
I purchased the Haloview camera (179.00) from Amazon and installed it by wiring to top rear clearance light. When I travel I have my lights on.Fairly easy install if Keystone would have given a little more wire to work with.It came already paired and works fine. Have not had any issues.
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08-03-2018, 05:29 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: North Ridgeville
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M.O.C. #2839
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www.rvcams.com is were many of us purchased the RV cams.
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