Can Backup Camera be Used With Stromberg Carlson 4000 5th Wheel Tailgate on 2017 Ford F-250?

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WOULD LIKE TO RETAIN THE USE OF THE FACTORY BACK UP CAMERA ANY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS? HAVE VIEWED THE VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS FOR TAILGATE BUT DOES NOT MENTION THE INSTALLATION OF THE CAMERA. THANKS FOR THE HELP

asked by: RENE L

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The 4000 Series 5th Wheel Louvered Tailgate # VG-15-4000 does not have any hardware which will allow you to relocate your 2017 Ford F-250's factory back-up camera to the tailgate, though there is still an option for you.

I recommend taking a look at the license plate mounted Hopkins Rear View Camera with Backup Sensors # HM60195VA.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Hey Kalan! The only option we have that works with the 2014 Ram 2500 factory wiring is the BringIt SwitchBack SOLO Down Tailgate Camera #BR95ZR. However, you will have to trick the sensor into thinking the tailgate is permanently down for this to…

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We do offer 5th wheel tailgates, but we do not have any compatible with your 2013 Ford F250 that come with camera mounts. We do have two tailgates that might work for you if the camera is relocated. The Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series 5th Wheel…

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Answer 3

I definitely recommend getting a 5th-wheel tailgate on your 2017 Ford F-250. The reason is because a tailgate light the Stromberg Carlson 100 Series #VG-15-100 is the only assured way to protect your factory tailgate when transporting your 5th-wheel…

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The Stromberg Carlson 100 Series 5th Wheel Tailgate with Open Design for Ford Trucks #VG-15-100 is the fit for your truck bed. It fits both single rear wheel vehicles as well as dual rear wheel models. You will want to note that tabs will need to be…

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The Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series 5th Wheel Louvered Tailgate with Lock for Ford Trucks, part #VG-15-4000, is not designed to work with your OEM camera. Your best option might be to zip tie your camera to the tailgate. It is not ideal, but your…

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There was one option of a tailgate with a relocation kit we used to carry for the backup camera to make it compatible but that manufacturer stopped making the tailgates. It is possible to make your own if desired. I recommend starting with the…

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The pivot arms on your B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch #BWRVK3500 can definitely be adjusted to hopefully give you the needed clearance for your tailgate with the trailer hooked up. If the arms on your hitch are currently in the forward most…

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I do have an option for you but the Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series 5th Wheel Louvered Tailgate part #VGD-10-4000 does not have a spot for the factory backup camera. Therefore you would either need to find a way to mount this yourself, go without, or…

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Answer 9

The Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series 5th Wheel Louvered Tailgate with Lock for GM Trucks #VGM-07-4000 does not offer a mounting place for the factory backup camera. If you want to continue using the backup camera on your 2013 Chevy Silverado then you…

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Answer 10

Most manufacturers are in the process of discontinuing their fifth wheel tailgates with the camera relocation kits due to mechanical issues. Therefore I could not find one that fits your 2017 Ford F-350 Super Duty. The Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series…

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Hey Marvin! The Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series part #VGD-10-4000 that you are looking at is the only louvered tailgate available for your 2018 Ram 2500. It is made of a strong composite plastic but not metal. It also does not have a bracket or spot…

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Answer 12

Hello Carol, good question. The Stromberg Carlson 4000 series tailgate #VG-04-4000 is not open/hollow in a way that lets you easily run wiring through it. You might be able to sneak a wire through a section if you drill and fish it, but it’s not…

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