Don't hardwire your Dash Cam! Try this instead!

My easy way of installing a dashcam! Reversible, doesn't require pulling panels & hides almost all wires. Link to ODB2 power cable below:

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0:00 Intro to Adapter
2:21 How to Use
7:12 Conclusion

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[AlexAutoFun]

Hello! I placed the link to the OBD Power Adapter & Mirror Power adapter in the video description.​

[freggo]

It's about time car manufacturers put a USB port into the rear view mirror to power dash cams.

[xcqematic]

Great video. Straight to the point without a cheesy opening. And you really articulate your logic well! Super impressed!

[rolandcharriez]

I just wanted to let you know that this video gave me the confidence in installing OBD power cord to my new dash cam. It was exactly the way your describe the installation. I have a 2023 Buick Encore GX and it went extremely well. I had never done that before, I went into this with alot of aniexty and it came out perfect. Thank you so much, RC

[mkshannon]

Thank you so much. Came across this video trying to find a way to put in my dashcam without having the wire hang down for the 12V and the fuses were too small for hardwiring (plus a tad complex for me). This was so easy to do, but I'd have had no idea it was even a thing if I'd not seen this. I bought an OBD2 extender to shut the power off all together since I don't need it on while in the garage, but it looks so professional I can't even tell I'm the one that did it. Thank you thank you thank you!!!

[jackdillon]

I was hesitant to run a wire from the engine compartment, where the fuse box is on my wife's Jeep Patriot, into the passenger compartment. I saw your suggestion of the OBD connection, and ordered the part. Turned into a half hour job. Thank you sir, you are a lifesaver!

[SJW]

Thanks for this video. It’s one of the most useful I’ve found. Wired my Dashcam using the OBD 2 connector. Installation took only about 15 minutes. Looks professionally installed and works great!

[thepicker]

Dash cams should be installed in the dead center of the windshield just behind the mirror or slightly lower than the rearview mirror. This position gives the camera the best view through the front windshield for better angles if an accident happens. If you have it in the lower left hand corner it will have huge blind spots on the right hand side just right of the outer fender area. Please everyone do your research and install your dash cam in the center of the windshield and also make sure you double check for glare. Also i would always recommend getting a dash cam that has a rear facing camera so that you can catch everything thats happening throughout the vehicle and behind you and even you and your passengers. My rear facing camera has saved me tremendously. As for hard wiring most Dash Cams have a hard wire kit available online.

[ItAintMeBabe]

Extremely clear, concise, and to the point explanation ! Good job!

[rebman]

Awesome solution for me. I have leased cars and don't want the hassle of pulling panels, tapping the fuses and then pulling it all out in a couple of years. This is easy. Didn't know it existed! Thanks!

[discerningmind]

Thanks for this. I wanted to mention that many cars have a dome light or map lights just above the rear-view mirror. The power lead(s) for those lights can be accessed with a minimum of effort by removing the light unit and connecting a new feed into the light feed, then run a new lead out to the camera, usually through the gap where the headliner seems to meet the windshield but usually doesn't. This saves all the work (and a lot of wire) in running a power feed and ground all the way up the A-Pillar and across to the camera mounting area. The next closest power access is at sun visors that have a lighted mirror.
That's a nice car you have there! Beautiful dashboard and interior. I see it's a stick too! Nice.

[avecrux]

I can't believe you're the only one who mentioned the OBD option...!! Thanks a million!

[wil_mil_man]

First great info and video! Also thank you for the links on the connectors! Just bought new cams for my daughter's car as well as mine! And was looking at the hardwire kits on line! And really didn't want to run them hot to the fuse box! Glad I Googled a little further to find your video! Many Thanks for your help!!

[Uberude]

Thank you for the tip. I was going to hardwire my dash cam since I have an overhead power console but this ended up being a much easier, cheaper and cleaner solution overall.

[OM-dflj]

You are the first person I see on youtube able to speak fluently without saying 2 "um"s at each group of 3 other words. Congratulations! You should tell people how to speak normally, fluently, so we can hear words, not "um"s.

[howardpower]

Very well explained and very clear. Learned a lot and I'm confident in using an ODBD2 power adapter for my dashcam.

[pacifica]

Good video. I had the OBD with an on and off switch. Worked a d seemed to minimize battery drain on a seldom driven car.
Here is another option: I attached a USB power pack battery to my sun visor, and connected cam to the visor power. I have two battery packs and swap them out. My Anker battery has a draw string type case, and it stays in place on the visor with thick quality rubber bands... I just slide out the battery to swap out. The case and rubber band stay in place. I put cardboard (disposable coffee cup liner) on the visor to make sure the rubber band did not damage my visor (to reinforce). Waiting for car manufacturers to have USB ports at the top of visor and headliner. Drive safe and keep well.

[ralphhross]

I learned some good stuff about the OBD2 connector, nice video - thanks. Now I am concerned in the position you put the dashcam it could block your view. I have only installed about 6 dashcams but everytime I installed up near the top of the windshield in the middle but just on the passenger side. It was always pretty easy with my spudgie to guide the wire behind the molding all the way down the pillar. Most gloveboxes pop off by squeezing it seems, so put behind that and then up the center console to the cigarette lighter plug. Wire was invisible, not pinched and no visibility problems. But again I like the idea of the ODB2 voltage pick off. I agree with the comment that cars should have a 12 volt connector behind the rear view mirror or something.

[xisslite]

I have a waylens 360 WiFi dash cam. Do u need a route for the car to record while in park

[azmathchoudhury]

Thank you very much! Never thought of an OBD adapter before and it still provides same functionality as hardwiring
Great video amigo!