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Dash Cam suction cup fail on windshield glass
March 21, 2020, 03:44 PM
sig229-SASDash Cam suction cup fail on windshield glass
As the title says my dash cam suction cup will not stay in place on the windshield. I normally moisten the cup area with water and clean the glass. It sticks okay but it will normally release in about a week.
Anyone have a suggestion how to improve the holding power of the suction cup? Any other liquid that I can use to increase the holding power?
March 21, 2020, 03:46 PM
blueyeCheck youtube, I think they have something to make it work again.
March 21, 2020, 03:47 PM
YooperSigsSounds gross, but try this: Wipe the sides of your nose with your finger then wipe your suction cup. The oils from your skin improve the suction cups seal.
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March 21, 2020, 03:47 PM
tatortoddIs suction cup your only alternative?
The reason I ask:
I never had good luck with suction cups for anything on car windshield
I'm on my 2nd dash cam (different brands) and both times I've used the 2-sided 3M tape to attach a bracket to my windshield. My unit slides into the bracket.
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fpuhanIn my opinion, suction cups on windshields tend to block vital viewing areas. My friend has a mirror-mounted camera that has a great field of view and doesn't block a thing.
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mcrimmWhen I had a radar detector, about once a year I had to boil the suction cup in water for 5 minutes. It worked every time.
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SigmundWould something
like this work?
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/g...1861.p?skuId=8231861Our GPS suction cup does the same thing, we keep talking about getting a flat cradle but never get around to it.
March 21, 2020, 04:19 PM
lkdr1989My dashcam is also attached using the 3M double-sided tape, no issues.
quote:
Originally posted by tatortodd:
Is suction cup your only alternative?
The reason I ask:
I never had good luck with suction cups for anything on car windshield
I'm on my 2nd dash cam (different brands) and both times I've used the 2-sided 3M tape to attach a bracket to my windshield. My unit slides into the bracket.
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V-TailDuct tape.
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LS1 GTODuct tape is the primary, go-to tool for real men.
All others can head to Wally World for some suction [cups].
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March 21, 2020, 05:52 PM
bendableI was under the impression that anything made of plastic , that spends that much time in direct sunlight , would be deteriating , and would require replacement. So I used double faced tape, on my dash cam.
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March 21, 2020, 05:58 PM
cparktdquote:
Originally posted by YooperSigs:
...The oils from your skin improve the suction cups seal.
As will spit.
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March 21, 2020, 07:35 PM
springnrBuy a small bottle of Glycerine.
March 21, 2020, 07:45 PM
LBAR15No matter how good the suction cup is, over time it will fail. More often in the summer in the high heat.
If you want a permanent solution, I can't recommend
BlendMount enough. Add a mirrortap for hardwired power and you have a really buttoned up solution that will not fail.
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March 21, 2020, 08:01 PM
.38supersigRAM makes a mirror mount that goes between the mirror and the button on the windshield. Comes with a variety of adjustable brackets to use.
March 21, 2020, 08:48 PM
corsairsaliva or, soapy water
March 21, 2020, 09:29 PM
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Originally posted by Johnny 3eagles:
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March 21, 2020, 10:28 PM
PeteF1. Warm the suction cup up with hot water before putting it on. A soft suction cup seals better.
2. Put the suction cup on at the hottest part of the day. That way as the air cools the suction is increased.
March 22, 2020, 06:41 AM
gpbst3I had the same issue.
I believe my dash cam came with a sticky and suction cup mount. I used 3M dual lock velcro on the mount and also attached a piece to the windshield. This way the dash cam can be removed easily.