PLEASE READ THIS EXTRA INFO Thank you to those who have suggested an useful alternative to the switch wiring. If you use a SPDT switch like I had then wire the BLUE signal wire to the middle common pin. Wire the permanent positive to the I pin Wire the reversing positive to the O pin. Leave the switch in O position and the camera will come on in reverse. Switch to I to override and bring it on at anytime. This gives you the best of both worlds. Thank you to everyone that comments and gave helpful feedback 👍🏼😃

@micheleguerra9840

3 ай бұрын

Hi Greg, thank you for the useful guide, I'm installing the same camera on my Ducato, following your fantastic diagram. Just for clarity, If I want to use the extra info above, do I need to take a positive line from the reverse light or intercept this signal somewhere else in the van?

Mate, your videos are great and the fact you put the time in to supply diagrams is commendable.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Really appreciate that Pete. Thanks 😊

I am planning van life and just watching this man's videos makes me feel so confident, that I can do this myself. Can't get enough of his videos. When I am finished with my build, then I will dedicate it to this good-hearted man. Thanks, Greg.

@GregVirgoe

8 ай бұрын

Hello, thank you very much. I’m glad you are finding these to be helpful. I wish you good fortune with your own project 👍🏼😊

Thanks Greg - another peerless instructional video - you have set the bar high!

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I hope that anyone wanting to do this can follow these with ease 😊

Your videos are the only electrical videos that explain everything so clearly. Thanks.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I do my very best to make then correct and factual. Thank you.

@anthonyeyre571

Жыл бұрын

​@@GregVirgoe hi greg, great vid but i cant get the grid lines on , tried it with v1 and v2 plugged in but its not happening.i havent wired into reversing light done same as you.any ideas?

@anthonyeyre571

Жыл бұрын

Havent used the remote yet

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

@@anthonyeyre571 to get the grid lines it’s a menu option on the display screen but only shows up on the V2 channel

@anthonyeyre571

Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe ok greg ill try again thanks ill let you know how i get on👍

Congratulations; you've reached the perfect balance with your editing in showing every step of the process without any extraneous material. 👍🏻 And if I do feel like watching your missus operate a broom for an entire minute I can always rewatch the previous episode, so it's a win-win.

@NomaddUK

Жыл бұрын

I know. Lol

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I rewatched it and Lou was sweeping for 35sec 😂 maybe it just seemed like a lifetime 😃👍🏼

@nagualdesign

Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe It felt like 35 minutes. 🤭

Hey Greg really pleased you have done this video which I will be following for my installation. Once again a great step by step guide and diagram to follow😁👍👏. This series is going to be awesome for us amateurs to follow 👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Hoping that it will give a really clear set of instructions for anyone wanting to build a campervan.

Very well explained and practically done reverse camera job ,you are a very good instructor/teacher Greg.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for great feedback 👍🏼😃

Not all hero's wear capes! Another absolutely cracking video. Thanks Greg!

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thats really nice of you thanks :D

@thehappyhippie3826

Жыл бұрын

Yes, but some of them wear black caps.... Gregman to the rescue!!

These vids are both increadibly informational and soothing at the same time - great stuff!

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for watching

Great and simple explanation, thanks very much

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

Another easy-to-follow video with all the info you need to complete the task! 😊👍 Back in my shop days, we wrapped connectors and tied-together cabling with a bit of thin foam to keep lose wiring from vibrating in the nooks and crannies. There's nothing more annoying than chasing some rattle behind the finished interior... 😖

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

What a great bit of advice. I can still do that 😃

Hi Greg another great video, I particularly liked the tip about the pipe insulation around the cables or wires to stop them rattling. Another one for you if you are trying to feed cables through a small space try pushing a piece of plastic coated curtain wire through first, it has enough rigidity to be able to push it through but enough flexibility to go round bends or corners

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

That’s a good tip too 😃👍🏼

Greg, your videos are excellent. I even think I could do a conversion with these helping along the way.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I’m hoping that these videos could give anyone the confidence to do their own van build 👍🏼😃

Excellent stuff ! You are a natural teacher .

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much 🙏🏼 I’m glad you liked it 😊

As a complete electrical novice, I was able to hook up a very basic solar panel system to my van with your previous videos. Thanks for these instructional vids 👍👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

That’s great news 👍🏼 I’m really pleased they helped you 😃

Thank you for not playing unnecessary, irritating background music.👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I’ll try and keep that to a minimum. 👍🏼😃

@vic6820

Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe I wasn't referring to yours by the way.

Tks for your as usual attention to detail really required here

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I wanted to fill in the bits that everyone else leaves out

Can't wait for more of these

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

New video out today Wed @ 7pm GMT

Loving the series. Top job as always.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Chris 😊

It was the first job I did straight after rattle noise reduction. Absolute essential in a van build. As always Greg excellent work.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Edd 😊

Brilliant Greg. V meticulous and well explained.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I’m pleased you liked it 😊

Nice video. All vans should have a reversing camera, so usefull.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree it’s a game changer 😊

You are remarkable. I am very grateful for all the info you post on here. It's brilliant for us lesser mortals when we're muddling our way through our own conversion.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I’m really pleased that the videos are helping you. Best wishes with your own build 👍🏼😃

Thanks Greg. Wish you had made this video 3 years ago when I fitted the exact same camera and screen in my boxer! Like the idea of the rocker switch.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

How did you wire yours? Did you pick up the reverse power supply. 😊

@samgoddard9738

Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe I used a similar wiring setup to you but with an ignition feed. I can't remember now if I also connected the reverse power supply to the ignition feed or left this disconnected. To turn it on I need to use both the keys in the ignition and the button on the screen.

The only video which showed the required details for a successful install. Thanks Greg!

Hi Greg, I have really enjoythe way you present your videos on the channel. So practical and informative. In fact when I bought my 413 CDI 2005 Sprinter at an auction here in Australia about 4 years ago, I used a lot of your instructions from your channel to help me over a 2 year period to go from an old delivery van to a very practical motorhome for my wife Sue and myself. So thank you. When it came to rear view cameras, I used a Toguard 4K unit that I got off eBay and it is very practical for me as it has a dual mode display with voice prompts, so I can use it as, a dashcam, a reversing camera or whilst travelling I can use it with the dual display. Rear and forward. Whilst travelling I use it most as a rear view camera, and it works great. If I want to change the mode whilst driving I just issue a voice command like “ Show rear camera” or “Show both cameras” Kinda cool when you get bored driving out in the wilderness, just telling your camera what to do 😂 I am going to use your rocker switch suggestion. That’s very cool. Thanks Greg for all your help over the years. Keep the videos coming mate. Cheers, Doug (Mackay. Queensland Australia)

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Hi Doug, thank you for sharing your story with me. It’s great that the videos have helped you to create your own Campervan and I’m delighted that you’re enjoying using it 👍🏼😃 thank you for watching

Hi Greg. That black metal beam above the seats is where I attached a 12mm strip of ply to attach the two pieces of 12mm to replace the plastic tray that we discussed. Great video, as always. I had that same video screen in my previous van and they are very delicate. The glass is very brittle. Another two things I have done in this van are a secret storage location for my gadgets and a slide out floor (Under the rear raised floor) that locks in two beams on the rear doors. It is exactly the same width as the distance between the wheel arches. I will then have a canvas to act as the roof and rear windowed wall. Easy extension.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

That sounds interesting. 😊

Greg, thanks so much for your detailed van build series. Im a middle aged mum almost ready to purchase and convert my own van. Having watched hundreds of van builds to get as much info as I can I’m still wary, although I’m pretty hands on with most things electrics and mechanics are where I’ve always drawn the line. It’s great to see what’s really involved in ‘removing the cab shelve’, ‘sealing the floor’ or ‘adding a camera’. You have really helped my confidence!

@GregVirgoe

8 ай бұрын

Stick with me and I’ll guide you through every task. If you ever need any advice just ask 👍🏼😊

@SecrePeach

8 ай бұрын

That’s so kind, thank you so much (bing watching more episodes with a cuppa now) 😁

Greg you are an absolute legend 💪 thanks for taking the time to give us the skills necessary in building our vans 🙏

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them 👍🏼😃

coming from someone who doesn,t do instructions this video was a big help Thanks

The white connector could be an audio feed from the cam to the monitor, if both would support that, could be nice to also listen to people that walk around in the view of the cam. Great install video, as always, thx a lot! 👍👍👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Yes I did wonder that but there was only a white plug on one end of the system, unless you are connecting it to a head unit that has spare aux input for audio.

Nice one again Greg your the man like a van build bible 😊your channel thanks for all your efforts

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I hope it gives loads of useful information

Hi Greg. I came accross your videos while doing reserch on my conversion which I am starting this week having bought my van 2nd hand a couple of weeks ago. There is so many videos done on this subject but I am finding yours brilliant. Tks man for going to the trouble to record your journey its going to be a great guide for me. Keep up the good work man. Moe here in Greystones Ireland.

@GregVirgoe

8 ай бұрын

Fantastic! I'm really glad you like the videos, and hope all goes well with your own conversion :D

First class Greg. Many thanks. ATB

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

Brilliant video, I’ve already wanted to have a reversing camera in my van but I’ve never been confident in installing one myself but you’ve covered everything there. Thanks Greg

Greg you are the best , without you I don't know how to do it.

Brilliant video which helped me a lot. Thank you so much for the clear explanation!

Great video Greg, you thought of everything there, even looked out for people who'd prefer to use it only whilst reversing...Top man👍

Thanks Mr V👍🏻 As always clear and concise.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼 I hope that’s easy to follow.

I really enjoy your detailed way of showing the processes needed to build a van conversion. Getting started on my newly acquired 2017 Sprinter. Will do it right this time. Converted a 72 Chevrolet van in 1972 just made a fold down sofa with 4 in foam , paneling on walls, no insulation, and shag carpet on floor . Going to do better this time thanks to you.

As usual very interesting video thanks I learned something

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Steve 👍🏼😃

Good on you, Mr Virgo, these are spot-on again I’m just starting a short Which the wife calls a postage stamp, but this is gonna be my first one then I’ll move onto a slightly bigger van watched all your videos on the last one, but I’m glad that you’re doing another one now spot-on. Thanks again Brian from Manchester

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Hopefully with the two series will be a wealth of information to help you

Greg; I missed it in the comments but a good tip would to insulate the unused switch contact on your rocker switch. This would eliminate any possibility of shorting to the van body or other when in the off positon.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Yes that is a very good bit of advice. Thank you 👍🏼😃

Great video Greg, appreciate the clarity in all your build series 😀. I managed to fit a rocker switch and also incorporated the reverse signal option as a trigger for the camera. The CANbus didn't appreciate the back feed through the reverse light wire, however I managed to overcome this by fitting an inline diode to the same to block the voltage from the activated rocker switch. Best of both worlds, cheers 😉

Another brilliantly explained video! Especially the little ferrule crimps. Thanks Greg!👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

Appreciate all your efforts-so much information.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼 really appreciated 😊

Excellent video. You explain things so well and make it look almost easy. Thank you for your efforts.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

Thank you so much! I think I'm still not confident in my skills. But you make this look clear!

Great video excellent information as usual

I learned lot of from your vlogs

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

That’s great 😃 thank you 🙏🏼

Nice one. Really like the combined use of the ferrules and Wago. Not seen that before in auto, but I'll be doing the same. I also really agree with the switch for the rear camera rather than on with the reversing light. It means the camera can be switched on when towing and to check on things behind even when not in reverse. It also means the camera is on when manoeuvring forwards though your setup is also fast to activate, which I like. It also seems to have LEDs to illuminate; a real bonus! There are pros and cons of ignition powered v permanent live. I think it's useful to do a quick visual check when parking if on permanent live and this might be a case for a LED-illuminated rocker switch to help eliminate leaving the system on, or in sleep. I'm looking to install a rear camera on a van that doesn't have a high level brake, so will add both, due to design they will likely not be integrated as you have , which is a pity. I'm a fan of labelling the cabling, esp at the B pillar in your case. I've learned a lot here and thanks for the QR codes and links. Real bonus, cheers!!

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I think this way you can turn the system on at any time you need it when you are driving or stationary. It better than just on reverse only.

Loving the frequent content Greg go on!

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Will be putting them out as often as I can 😊

Good job Greg as always 👌

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

Nice one. I've been using Wago connectors a lot. Also those ferrules. Good kit. Reversing cameras can be on permanently while you drive... Good rear view mirror substitute. For people with very long vans or difficulties running wires from front to back, you can get a radio link to replace the long yellow cable.

@chriscoulthard4947

Жыл бұрын

I know people who have fitted cameras to trailers/back of caravan using the radio link.

@rayletaxi

Жыл бұрын

Radio link runs on Bluetooth and can interfere with phone to car communications in some cases

This was the very first thing i fitted to my van build! 👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Awesome :D

Thanks Greg very informative video as usual 👏🏻

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jason 😊

Clear n Precise Greg .. Thanks 👍 😊

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

You are most welcome 😊

Thanks for the video man, the only one that got the job done. Appreciate it 💪

Fanstastic Vid Thankyou,, I wish i had a teacher at school as calm as you then i could of learnt something,, Thanks again 👍👍🚙🚙

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

That's really nice of you to say so, thank you very much

Great video Greg. I also have a silver Peugeot Boxer L3H2 and followed your original series 3 years ago when I did my van. Best colour, the inside looks like a space craft before insulation so brings back memories. I fitted the same camera and monitor but didn’t fit the rocker switch to start with. The van battery will eventually run flat if you rely on the monitor switch. So I fitted a rocker switch about a year ago - game changer far more relaxing not having to worry about the battery.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I put my bench power pack onto it and was getting 0.1amp in standby so it would have a small drain to the van battery.

Timing is everything! Just about to fit the same camera to my Sprinter!

Excellent Greg👌in the middle of my van build and I have exactly the same camera, it is currently mounted and cables run but never got round to do the final wiring as a couple of cables I was unsure about. Got plenty of other stuff to get on with and was going to come back to it. After watching this it’s all clear now, and cheers for the diagram, you have been a great help👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

That’s brilliant. You should now be able to safely finish it off 😊

Really well explained and easy to follow. Thank you Greg.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it Ray :D lol

Nice job, well explained and seems like a safe installation. Another option could be to wire the SPDT switch with the rearview unit in the center terminal and a switched igniton on one terminal and a constant power on other outer terminal. That way you'll end up choosing if its a iginiton switched device or a continous use device and it will give the option of moving the load from starter to house battery.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

That would be a better way to do it 👍🏼 why didn’t I think of that 😂

Great explanation again Greg , fantastic stuff 👍🏻

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you :D

Greg, GREAT VIDEO! Thanks for sharing!

@GregVirgoe

11 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

Another great video Greg. I think it's much better to have it on a rocker switch, as it gives you more flexibility. I.e. when you reverse but also from security perspective if you hear something outside etc I love the time and detail you put into your videos and diagrams it's so helpful. I really look forward to your videos. They are almost a form of meditation!! Thanks mate. Keep up the good work.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼 got some different facts about insulation in the next one. Something nobody else has mentioned before 👍🏼😃

great jog greg and some great tips too all the best donny

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Donny, hope they help you 😊

I needed this video 2 weeks ago!!! I have the same system and hooked the camera up to reverse light and monitor to aux socket, quite the hashed effort but it works. I will probably follow your tips and reroute everthing as yours is so much tidier

@denkkk

Жыл бұрын

Strange but mine doesnt have this fuse panel on the right passenger side(LHD van)

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Have you looked inthe bottom of the LHD drivers side B pillar, it is mostly likely to be handed the other way around.

@denkkk

10 ай бұрын

@@GregVirgoe Yes I checked both side, no fuse blocks at all.

Excellent work Greg. Hope you keep these coming. I'm going to be buying a LWB Ducato to convert and your channel is proving to be invaluable. Wish I had your skills and tools to match tho!

@GregVirgoe

11 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼 we will be continuing to film the rest of the build in great detail.

Brilliant video thanks for sharing

Brilliant video Greg… 👍👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

Another top video Greg. On my Ducato I did a similar system with a couple of differences. Mine is powered via the front 12V socket with a press on/off switch that lights up when on (only works when ignition is on though) and I added another small video camera hidden just above the numberplate pointing straight back, connected to the second video feed on the monitor. This enables me to use the system as a rear view mirror constantly showing the road behind. The brake light camera points directly down to my rear step for close parking. I can switch between the two videos on the monitor. I do like your idea of switching the system on independently of the ignition.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Great idea using two cameras. You could use a piggy back fuse holder to give you a permanent supply to the switch.

You make it look so easy 👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

These things look complicated to start with but if you break it down it starts to make more sense

Great video. Learn a lot from you👍👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much 😊

I really like your dedicated videos 🙂

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much 😊

Great content Greg, very helpful.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Mike :D

Skipping this one, Greg, cos I already have a reversing camera and parking sensors ... move on to the carpet lining 😄😄👍👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for leaving me a comment anyway. The views all helps 👍🏼😃

@joline2730

Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe well, I did give it a thumbs up ‼️😄

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

@@joline2730 that’s brilliant 🤩 thank you 🙏🏼

Great video Greg - as usual 👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it :D

Nice work Greg 😊👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

Excellent video once again

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it :D

I’ve got a rubbish camera on our motorhome, think it’s the original one. It’s plugged into a very fancy Alpine Halo head unit and I want to fit a double lens camera instead. This helps a lot with how these are wired thanks.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

You are most welcome. Glad it helps 😊

Excellent instructional video. 👏

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much.

Great vlog 👍

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

Super clear and great job 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

@GregVirgoe

11 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

good vid thanks lee

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Lee 😊

I winced when you cut the plug connector to the brake light off flush. I would always suggest where possible leaving an inch or two as it's easier to connect 2 cables together than repin a plug, If you ever wanted to return to stock. You also could eBay the brake light with the connector, makes it easier for the next guy when you have moulded connectors. Good video though.😊

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I understand what your saying but anyone buying a replacement light would have the plug on their loom and this van is unlikely to go back stock once I’ve finished with it

absolute legend mate! I love this video series

Me and my Girlfriend have just bought a boxer so these videos are like our bible 😂😂😂 keep up the amazing work greg!!

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad you like them. Good luck with your build 👍🏼😃

I think this was the best video

@GregVirgoe

7 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. Really appreciated 🤩

Great videos, thoroughly enjoying your build series. Only came across your channel this morning and working my way through.

@GregVirgoe

7 ай бұрын

That’s great are you looking to build your own campervan?

@scotchegg6422

7 ай бұрын

@@GregVirgoe I’m thinking about it yes. The Ducato / boxer / relay seem to be a fairly common donor vehicle.

@scotchegg6422

7 ай бұрын

@@GregVirgoe watched all 15 episodes today, where’s the rest? 😂

@GregVirgoe

7 ай бұрын

@@scotchegg6422 they are a bit wider in the rear 😬👍🏼

😊 that was very good I enjoyed that a lot

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

I've been wondering how to do this since I saw you do yours. Nice. Great overview that I can apply to mine which is already installed.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

I like the option to turn it on at any time. We have used it like that on a lot of occasions

@Tangotop

Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe nice job for me tomorrow 😀

Excellent video im just about to fit this camera to my van build citreon relay

Good idea to have it on a switch I think. I needed some extra illumination when reversing due our unlit driveway, for simplicity I put these lights on an illuminated switch on the dash. No need to mess with the wiring for the reversing light, no chance of messing up an important safety feature and I can use the lights only when I want to.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thats a good practical solution. Reverse lights are never very bright.

Really good as ever

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you :D

I see you have the courtesy light above the doors, on my friends van , I took it out, added an extension to the wiring and ran it down the rear pillar to reconnect to the light fitting in the garage area under the bed. It was a simple way and cheap way to illuminate the garage when you open the rear doors.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

That’s a really good idea 👍🏼

Great job.

@GregVirgoe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

thanks, it was great