Avin Avant 2 Install E53 w/Nav - Very Long and Detailed

[brwntiger]

Great job! Props!


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[Omerta]

Wow, great job. Thats an impressive feat for a backup camera.

[525iT_Feen]

This is a great write up. Thank you.

Two questions for you.
Why did you end up choosing Avin over the Dynavin and have you found an actual direct fit reverse cam for the e53 or is our only option customizing one?

Thanks again man - I'm always grateful for the forums when someone takes the time to document stuff like this.

[crystalworks]

Originally Posted by lhordmclain

Subscribed - awesome write up!

Thanks.

Originally Posted by sirshan

Solid - Welcome to the "Updated" club. So much nicer it makes you wonder why you didn't do it sooner huh. HA.

Only had the truck 6 months but yeah, sooner would have been better.

Originally Posted by brwntiger

Great job! Props!

Originally Posted by Omerta

Wow, great job. Thats an impressive feat for a backup camera.

Thanks guys. The backup cam was a must. Got spoiled after having one for the first time in our last 2 cars.

Originally Posted by 525iT_Feen

This is a great write up. Thank you.

Two questions for you.
Why did you end up choosing Avin over the Dynavin and have you found an actual direct fit reverse cam for the e53 or is our only option customizing one?

Thanks again man - I'm always grateful for the forums when someone takes the time to document stuff like this.

No problem. I hope the writeup helps people either make up their minds, or to install one of these.

I chose the Avin because of the processor speed, UI, higher resolution on Avin, dedicated sub preout on Avin (Dynavin may have also but I couldn't find any info on it), and my trucks lack of DSP. The Dynavin has the same sort of long install time (for factory nav vehicles) involved also so that was not a factor. Those were my thoughts... after looking at the Eonon I might have to try it (if I ever become displeased with the Avin) since it uses a newer android, has more RAM, faster processor, and is cheaper. I doubt it, but I am pretty picky with head units so I won't rule out swapping this in the future... I am really happy with the Avin so far, but we'll see after having some real "living with it" time.

As for the camera... no idea. I went with what I had here. I tested it, liked the clarity and guide lines, so I made it fit. I think Terminator found one that fit a bit better, maybe he can chime in. I think there are some other ones on ebay that are designed for the E53 as well. But I know the ones sold with the Dynavin and the Avin are NOT for the E53 by design.

[Ricky Bobby]

Again, beautiful job crystal. And no worries on Multi-Quote, its nice to see it being used to consolidate replies.

[525iT_Feen]

Awesome. Thanks again for the writeup. I'm luckily non-nav but I plan on doing all of my components along with a different sub and amp so my car will likely look the same.

[crystalworks]

Originally Posted by Ricky Bobby

Again, beautiful job crystal. And no worries on Multi-Quote, its nice to see it being used to consolidate replies.

Thanks again, and as for multi-quote I hate that I have to manually do it... quote each individual person in a new tab and then copy and paste into one response... sooooo irritating.

[xbimma]

Many thanks for the write up. I hope you got a well deserved discount on avant 2.

03/2003 E53 X5 4.4i M62 FB 33

[valenciaX5]

Hi Crystalworks

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Thanks

[valenciaX5]

Great post & thanks for all the details!!!

Below is the link which says wireless backup camera. Like to have your opinion on using this.

Wireless CCD Car Rear View Camera for BMW 1 3 5 7 Series x3 x5 x6 Z4 E39 E53 E46 | eBay

If i use the above can i pass the cables through the existing square hole? by replacing the left side reverse light?

I have attached 3 photos showing plastic weld. Please confirm i have to cut them.


Many thanks