Forward facing camera issue with Ironman bumper install

[chefbige09]

I am in the process of having an Ironman no loop bumper installed, (‘18 LC 200), and was told that the forward facing camera will no longer be operational. Apparently the bumper sticks out too far and makes the camera not operate correctly. Has anyone had this issue with a replacement bumper? It would be nice to have the camera if possible. Any help would be much appreciated.
Thank you!

 

[kcjaz]

The camera will still work but you will likely have an obstructed view with your new bumper. I have a TJM bumper and had this issue. You can relocate the camera to solve this issue.

Edit: adding link to camera relo thread

TJM T13 front camera relocation

Been working on relocating my front camera. With the T13 and camera in stock location, the frot camera was basically useless unless I wanted to know if anything was just sitting on my bumper. I played with different locations including a couple under the truck that provided views that showed...

forum.ih8mud.com

 

[forwardnum1]

I ended up using the ARB relocation kit and moved my camera to below the license plate. When I install a winch I will probably make a mount to put it where the ARB bumper relocated the camera. I don’t love that spot but haven’t found a better one yet.

 

[John Guedry]

I ended up using the ARB relocation kit and moved my camera to below the license plate. When I install a winch I will probably make a mount to put it where the ARB bumper relocated the camera. I don’t love that spot but haven’t found a better one yet.

Is that kit plug n play or do you splice and extend? Wife has been bugging me to fix mine both front n rear.

 

[forwardnum1]

It was the most plug and play thing I could find. IIRC you re-pin one of the connectors into ARBs but it was very simple and reversible. The PN is ARB 3515030 for the ‘13 cruisers. I’m not sure if it’s the same after the facelift but I just called Cruiser Outfitters to order mine and they got everything sorted out.

 

[CharlieS]

I got mine from Cruiser Outfitters too, but haven't gotten around to installing it so thought I'd post some pictures, in case it is helpful.

Here's what's in the kit:

 

[tbisaacs]

I used the ARB relo-kit + custom bracket for my Ironman bumper

(And don't worry, I straightened it )

 

[chefbige09]

I used the ARB relo-kit + custom bracket for my Ironman bumper



(And don't worry, I straightened it )

I like that but that spot had been cut up to fit a Baja Designs 30” light bar. Im thinking in the winch opening cuz I do not need a winch.

 

[100kiwi]

I cut a hole and made a bracket to hold the camera. Stock cable reached, no extension needed. This is on a 2017

 

[CharlieS]

I cut a hole and made a bracket to hold the camera. Stock cable reached, no extension needed. This is on a 2017View attachment 3002748

I think this is the route I'm going to go with mine.

Do you have good visibility right in front of the vehicle? I'm interested in using mine offroad to see better right in front of me when in 4lo.

 

[chefbige09]

I cut a hole and made a bracket to hold the camera. Stock cable reached, no extension needed. This is on a 2017View attachment 3002748

That’s great! I think that is the best option. Thanks for the help!

 

[100kiwi]

I think this is the route I'm going to go with mine.

Do you have good visibility right in front of the vehicle? I'm interested in using mine offroad to see better right in front of me when in 4lo.

The camera has stock vision, I don't notice any difference. It's probably 5-6 inches forward and a couple lower.

 

[highfructose]

I used the ARB relo-kit + custom bracket for my Ironman bumper

View attachment 2994375

(And don't worry, I straightened it )

I used gorilla tape and placed my camera in the same place. There’s just barely enough wire to get it there.

 

[John Guedry]

I used gorilla tape and placed my camera in the same place. There’s just barely enough wire to get it there.

There's enough wire without any need to splice or extend?

 

[highfructose]

There's enough wire without any need to splice or extend?

Yes, just barely enough

 

[John Guedry]

Yes, just barely enough

Great, I'll check it out this week. I still need to relocate my rear but I think I'll try a 4runner relocation kit or YouTube a kaymar video I saw that made it look easy.