e9x Integrated Dash Cam

vincE92M3 · 06-20-2018, 11:34 AM

Has anyone installed one of these in their M3? I've been wanting a dash cam installed into my car for awhile, but was not a fan of anything on my windshield.

Decided to order it to give it a shot. Could always easily return it, since it's available through Prime!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1358702

deansbimmer · 06-20-2018, 11:45 AM

Looks extremely well done. Would love to find out how it works/lasts.

cmyE93M3 · 06-20-2018, 11:55 AM

I have one but have not installed it yet, got it as a gift and was not certain of the quality. the instructions are in broken English however the installation is pretty straight forward.

Build quality looks fine, I may tackle it this weekend. I am same as you, I am not a fan of the dash cam mounted in my view, prefer the integrated option.

vincE92M3 · 06-20-2018, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by deansbimmer

Looks extremely well done. Would love to find out how it works/lasts.

I'll report back once I install it!

luckyse7en · 06-20-2018, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by vincE92M3

I'll report back once I install it!

Wow! that is super slick. The price doesn't really reflect quality but please let me know how it is. I would like to see day and night footage if possible. I've been wanting a black vue setup, but like you don't want anything exposed for thieves to steal.

XKxRome0ox · 06-20-2018, 04:54 PM

love the integrated housing
but
can we do a 2-channel dash cam install incorporating this?
and the mem card size seems to be capped at 32GB according to a comment

6ixSpd · 06-20-2018, 05:28 PM

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1358702

vincE92M3 · 06-20-2018, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1358702

Yes, read through all the commentary. General consensus is pretty good for the money.

BayE30 · 06-20-2018, 07:11 PM

interesting, seems like QC is hit or miss, but the ones that work people seem to be happy...

vincE92M3 · 06-20-2018, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by SFCM3

interesting, seems like QC is hit or miss, but the ones that work people seem to be happy...

Yeah, having them available via Amazon Prime gives some assurance as well

IB M · 06-20-2018, 07:35 PM

What about rear view - any similar options ?

vincE92M3 · 06-25-2018, 10:19 AM

Upon opening up the box, I discovered that the build quality wasn't to my expectations. The plastic housing appeared like it was a good match for OE, but the fitment was average at best. Also, it seems like a screw was missing on the inside to hold the camera to housing.

Returned back to Amazon...

BayE30 · 06-25-2018, 11:56 AM

too bad, could have been nice.

Webb70 · 06-25-2018, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1358702

Did you install yours?
How is it ?

vincE92M3 · 06-25-2018, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by SFCM3

too bad, could have been nice.

I've read contradictory feedback about the same unit across several members in the E90 post thread. Perhaps their QC is just really bad and I received a defective unit...

VitSports6 · 06-27-2018, 04:58 PM

I just received my dash camera from the link above, mine seems to be in good shape, all the tabs are there, the SD slot seems a little off, but maybe once the two halves are snapped together it will align.
I most likely won't get around to installing until,the weekend, it's a hundred a
Damn degrees today...
I appreciate the OP starting the thread, thanks!

vincE92M3 · 06-27-2018, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by VitSports6

I just received my dash camera from the link above, mine seems to be in good shape, all the tabs are there, the SD slot seems a little off, but maybe once the two halves are snapped together it will align.
I most likely won't get around to installing until,the weekend, it's a hundred a
Damn degrees today...
I appreciate the OP starting the thread, thanks!

Let me know your thoughts once installed!

Perhaps I received a bunk unit. May order another one...

VitSports6 · 07-01-2018, 02:14 PM

FUUUuuh-k . this . thing!

I had it installed within 20 min.

Then I got an airbag malfunction pop up and my sun roof doesn't work properly anymore, my key fob nor central lock button lock or unlock the doors...

I've used CarlyBMW to clear codes and I still need to see what to do to fix the locking.

Atomicteal_M3 · 07-01-2018, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by VitSports6

FUUUuuh-k . this . thing!

I had it installed within 20 min.

Then I got an airbag malfunction pop up and my sun roof doesn't work properly anymore, my key fob nor central lock button lock or unlock the doors...

I've used CarlyBMW to clear codes and I still need to see what to do to fix the locking.

Did you attached this little box to it? If so, disconnect it. It causes problems with the FRM. The camera will work just fine without it.

VitSports6 · 07-01-2018, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by BLKLYZ

Did you attached this little box to it? If so, disconnect it. It causes problems with the FRM. The camera will work just fine without it.

I did, I have now disconnected it and everything else, I may look into wiring just the camera or sending it back.

Atomicteal_M3 · 07-01-2018, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by VitSports6

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLKLYZ

Did you attached this little box to it? If so, disconnect it. It causes problems with the FRM. The camera will work just fine without it.

I did, I have now disconnected it and everything else, I may look into wiring just the camera or sending it back.

Yeah it's a superb idea but a very unreliable camera. I have it hooked up and it works.......when it wants too. I still rely on my OEM BMW dashcam to get the job done!

iwantanm3 · 07-02-2018, 03:22 AM

This reminds me of the one on my dad's X5. BMW dealerships in China often give their customers the option to get an OEM-ish looking dashcam like that. When my dad picked up his X5 a few years ago (in China), the dealers over there brought him to their 3rd party installer and he had it done. I'm going back in a few weeks and can pop on over and ask them how it's done?

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vincE92M3 Major 566 Rep 1,367 Posts Drives: ///M Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (3) Garage List '11 E92 M3 [0.00]	Upon opening up the box, I discovered that the build quality wasn't to my expectations. The plastic housing appeared like it was a good match for OE, but the fitment was average at best. Also, it seems like a screw was missing on the inside to hold the camera to housing. Returned back to Amazon...
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VitSports6 Private First Class 51 Rep 116 Posts Drives: 2012 E93 M3, DCT Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Salt Lake iTrader: (0)	I just received my dash camera from the link above, mine seems to be in good shape, all the tabs are there, the SD slot seems a little off, but maybe once the two halves are snapped together it will align. I most likely won't get around to installing until,the weekend, it's a hundred a Damn degrees today... I appreciate the OP starting the thread, thanks!
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VitSports6 Private First Class 51 Rep 116 Posts Drives: 2012 E93 M3, DCT Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Salt Lake iTrader: (0)	FUUUuuh-k . this . thing! I had it installed within 20 min. Then I got an airbag malfunction pop up and my sun roof doesn't work properly anymore, my key fob nor central lock button lock or unlock the doors... I've used CarlyBMW to clear codes and I still need to see what to do to fix the locking.
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