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Do you run a Dash Cam?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Cattleman84, Jun 16, 2018.

Do you run a dash cam?

  1. Yes

    52 vote(s)
    75.4%

  2. No

    13 vote(s)
    18.8%

  3. Company Mandated

    4 vote(s)
    5.8%
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  1. Jun 16, 2018 #1
    Cattleman84

    Cattleman84 Road Train Member

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    So I recently started thinking about running a dash cam, and was wondering how many other driver were running them and why (or why not). Also have they ever helped to prove your innocence, or screwed you by showing your guilt in any given situation? Thanks in advance for any and all input.

    Edit: Oops... I screwed up the poll only one choice please. Thanks

    Second Edit: Figured out how to fix the poll
     
    Cattleman84, Jun 16, 2018
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  3. Jun 17, 2018 #2
    x1Heavy

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    If you are not running some kind of cam for your private use in case of trouble or actually potential for some form of slapstick entertainment from Swift and company etc. I don't know why.

    A few moments of video will either clear you or be damning depending on what's on it after the smash.
     
    x1Heavy, Jun 17, 2018
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  4. Jun 17, 2018 #3
    Oldironfan

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    I need to figure how to use a dash cam. And upload video. I only use my droid for a computer or a phone. I'm not up to date on much PC stuff.
     
    Oldironfan, Jun 17, 2018
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  5. Jun 17, 2018 #4
    Cattleman84

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    I'm in the same boat my friend... My computer expertise was out dated about 20 years ago... Lol
     
    Cattleman84, Jun 17, 2018
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  7. Jun 17, 2018 #5
    LeadFarmer

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    Many Droid smart phones can use a microSD card for storage which is the same format most dash cams use. So you can just pop the card into your phone and upload.

    Higher end dash cams have WiFi and phone apps where you can wirelessly download videos from the camera to your phone/tablet/computer.

    I run a Viofo A119 V2 and like it. I press the center button and it protects the current video which is a hassle free way to capture dumb #### on the road. Easy install and included a super long cord and small adhesive cord holders to help route the cord.
     
    LeadFarmer, Jun 17, 2018
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  8. Jun 17, 2018 #6
    arrogant steve

    arrogant steve Medium Load Member

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    It's just good insurance, of course I run a dash cam.
     
    arrogant steve, Jun 17, 2018
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  9. Jun 17, 2018 #7
    Cam Roberts

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    I have a 90 dollar VIOFO g1-w piggy backed into my fuse box. Best simple dashcam with great capabilities.
    Here’s a couple samples from my truck

     
    Cam Roberts, Jun 17, 2018
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  10. Jun 17, 2018 #8
    MACK E-6

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    I run not a dash cam, but a helmet cam, and I’m the nosiest driver in the business. :biggrin_25523:
     
    MACK E-6, Jun 17, 2018
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  11. Jun 17, 2018 #9
    jammer910Z

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    No. Scottie is the nosiest.

    HANDS DOWN.

    You can claim 2nd
     
    jammer910Z, Jun 17, 2018
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  12. Jun 17, 2018 #10
    Opus

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    I was thinking about getting a Rand McNally pro 700 whatever.....it comes with a cam in it. You can get refirbed ones for about $250
     
    Opus, Jun 17, 2018
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