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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Nyrangers1206, Jul 18, 2017.

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  1. Jul 18, 2017 at 5:06 PM
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    Nyrangers1206

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    Hey guys
    Threw together a quick video of my dash cam in action on my 17 Taco. Shoutout to JoeKelly for showing me the mounting pieces for my dash cam. So as most of us know the 3rd gens have a Go-Pro mount built into the windshield. Not everyone has the 200-400 bucks to spend on one. So I made this video giving a review on the Z-EDGE I have that actually fits with the standard Go-Pro mount for half the cost. It can be used as a dash cam or to go Off Road.

    Video: https://youtu.be/Nq4cwfweDoI

    - Dash Cam: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018YRBQSK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    - Pieces for go pro mount:
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    Lowpricenice 2x Black Buckle Basic Strap Mount for Gopro Hero 1 / 2 / 3 Camcorder
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F26F6R4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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    $9 Smatree 3pcs Long Alumunium Thumbscrew Compatible for Gopro 13/12/11/10/9/8/7/6/5/4/3+/3/2/1/2018/Max/DJI OSMO Action Cameras, (Black)
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IEXHGSO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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    Arkon GoPro HERO Mount Connection to 1/4" 20 Camera Mount Adapter
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IQ7PRHU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    - Memory Card
    $12 SanDisk Ultra 64GB microSDXC UHS-I Card with Adapter, Grey/Red, Standard Packaging (SDSQUNC-064G-GN6MA)
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010Q588D4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    IMG_4830.jpg
     
    Nyrangers1206, Jul 18, 2017
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  2. Jul 18, 2017 at 5:45 PM
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    I fail to see how this is a must have. But definitely useful.
     
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  3. Jul 18, 2017 at 5:55 PM
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    Your opinion vs mine
     
    Nyrangers1206, Jul 18, 2017
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  4. Jul 18, 2017 at 5:59 PM
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    Glad it worked out for you. Much better than over sized suction cups. :thumbsup:
     
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  5. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:02 PM
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    Nyrangers1206

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    It made a HUGE difference. Thanks again!
     
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    Not sure why when you can find a decent used go pro for about the same price.
    Look what I just found on letgo! http://app.letgo.com/k8Mk/lUAUWKLyTE posted by Hunter Cuneo
    Glad it worked out for you and your happy with it. :burnrubber:
     
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  7. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:05 PM
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    Nyrangers1206

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    Go pros don't have g sensors if you're using it as a dash cam. And I don't like purchasing someone's used go pro. You have no clue where they used it. But thanks.
     
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  8. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:06 PM
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    I see what @Orlandoech is saying. Fuel/gasoline is a must have, this is not a must have. Maybe it's just because where i live but i never really saw the use of a dashcam. What is the benefit of running it to you personally?
     
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  9. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:08 PM
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    Also a go-pro doesn't have parking mode
     
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  10. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:11 PM
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    Go Pro's are good for what they are designed for. Dashcams are better for what the OP intended.
     
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  11. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:13 PM
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    Heepspo I wouldn't say I'm missin' it, Bob...

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    Just do the smell test and you're good.
     
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    Don't get defensive when he questioned your title choice lol. Is it cool? yes. Did you do a great write up/thread? yes. Is it a must have? no. Maybe title should be something like "Easy and awesome dash cam option". Thanks for the write up!
     
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  13. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:14 PM
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    It's nice, last week just thinking to get a dash cam, due to my phone has 64g storage, 18m pix, and i found very good app called black box, just spent $20 to get a cellphone mount, everything is been set, i like my phone as a dash cam.

    But op ideal will be my upgrade in the future. Thanks
     
    tw4taco, Jul 18, 2017
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  14. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:16 PM
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    I wasn't getting defensive. I'm just saying it's your opinion vs mine. Thanks for the tip, being in the insurance industry dealing with people who don't have a clue about what happened in an accident or people pointing fingers at each other makes a difference to me. Nobody thinks they'll get into an accident u till it happens.
     
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    True or pulled over by a cop on a power trip, citing you for no reason with some b.s. tickets and then trying to argue that in court (just ask me how I know lol).
     
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  16. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:18 PM
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    lol that's true I've seen it a million times. It's definitely useful maybe I'll change it to useful instead of must have
     
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  17. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:24 PM
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    No worries man, I think everyone in the 3rd gen section is on pins and needles for some reason. We need to have a 3rd gen drinking conference sort this out. Lol. :cheers:
     
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  18. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:24 PM
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    that woulda been useful when a bolt or something flew off a utility truck and smashed my windshield...
     
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  19. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:25 PM
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    Does it have Bluetooth or can you link it to your phone?
     
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  20. Jul 18, 2017 at 6:26 PM
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    Yea I agree. Just putting this up to help a fellow member.
     
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