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Dash cam mirror plug

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by Westsideott, Dec 6, 2021.

  1. Dec 6, 2021 at 8:53 PM
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    Hello,
    Got a Garmin 46 and recall there being a plug for the rear view mirror? Also recall that plug getting hot sometimes and failing. Anyone know if this issue has been resolved and where I could pick one up?

    Thank you!
     
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    I just purchased the 12 pin directly from the Dongar website, from what I read, they "revised" their plug to fix the heat issues, Amazon is out of stock at the moment, so i figured it would be best to buy from them directly to ensure the latest plug
     
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    Do you have a source describing the plug revision? I like this adapter, but don't want electrical problems.
     
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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...dash-cam-install.650486/page-29#post-24030534

    From my research the Amazon review seems isolated, and upon investigation it seems the product and QC has since been revised. Kevin from Dongar seems pretty receptive. It's fused for a reason, so worse case I imagine you'll blow a fuse.
     
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    Agree. It seems there are only a handful of cases where it caused real problems, but a fair number report heat issues on social media. Not sure if that's an artifact of the camera or the adapter, but I find myself pretty risk averse after spending $40k on a new truck. Thx for the link.
     
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  8. Dec 30, 2021 at 10:44 AM
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    I’ve had one of these adapters running my dash cam for over a year now, no issues.
     
    TheWhole9Yards, Dec 30, 2021
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  9. Dec 31, 2021 at 5:13 PM
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    I can also confirm this plug has no issues. Great plug and play solution for Garmin Mini.
     
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Dongar Dashcam Power Adapter (12-pin for '15-'23 Toyota Tacoma. Also Compatible with Select Sienna, Honda, and More), Connects to Rearview Mirror, Built-in USB Power Source, Easy to Install
$32.99
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