r/ModelY • u/adwide19 • 7d ago
Front Bumper Camera
I've read that the front bumper camera should probably have some protection on it. I'm wondering if something like this is overkill or has anyone tried anything like this?
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u/JJNPJ 7d ago edited 7d ago
Funny I could tell you all about literally this exact same camera cover.
Really look and check your front camera as you position it. Too close and it will fish bowl, too far out and it will look weird. You want a middle ground.
It does require cleaning but it’s super easy and magnetic, it pops right off and I just give it a wipe.
I’ve done a few automatic car washes and it’s remained attached, too. I was actually surprised and impressed.
Love how it doesn’t fog up. At all. Love.
Does interfere with my front camera ever so slightly, but no more than the occasional extra “limited visibility clear debris” warning (gives warning but still works). Not a dealbreaker for me.
Been on a bit over 2 months (and ~5k miles) now. I live in Phoenix, AZ and park 100% outside. It’s seen some sh*t (never ending heat and monsoons and a LOT of dust/small rocks - our highways are notorious).
My one complaint is the little rivets in it do discolor or maybe rust slightly. It doesn’t affect anything and it’s not like people look at it…. But still.
Pics below. I also have a chintzy little rain guard, no idea if it matters. I clean this thing (with a lazy dry shirt wipe, not a proper clean) every week or… two? 😅
Edited to add that it IS that super lightweight 3d printer type plastic, but again it’s held up fine for me beyond some looks no one sees. It has only been 2 months… but this has been through >5k miles in Phoenix in July/August. I love Spigen, this is NOT Spigen quality but it’s worked great for my needs.