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How do I get my dash cam to stick to my windshield?
Remove the 3M adhesive pad attached to the camera bracket and clean the bracket with an alcohol wipe. Attach a new 3M adhesive pad to the camera bracket and press firmly. Peel off the protective strip from the adhesive pad. Stick the camera to the windshield.
Where is the best place to install a dash cam?
It is always best to install your camera in the center of the windshield, and behind the rearview mirror. That specific area is already blocked because of the mirror itself, so you don’t need to worry about blocking your view further.
Do you remove dash cam when parked?
It is a good idea to remove your dash cam once you have left the vehicle to avoid your car being broken into. If you have parking mode on your camera or want to keep it in the vehicle it is best to place it in a discreet place.
What do you do if your suction cups won’t stick?
To enhance suction and help keep the seal tight, a tiny dab of Vaseline or cooking oil may be rubbed on the rim of the cup, or dampen your fingertip with water and lightly moisten the inner rim of the suction cup. Moistening helps create a tighter seal.
Why do suction cups stop working?
In many cases, suction-cup failure occurs when either the suction cup or the surface it’s grabbing isn’t as clean as it could be. Wipe the inside of the suction cup with a clean lint-free cloth, then do the same with the targeted surface. This removes any greasy film that may prevent good suction.
What kind of adhesive should I use on my dashcam?
3M VHB – buy a roll, you will end up using it on everything. IIRC same stuff on GoPro mounts. You can consider your dashcam permanently mounted after. If you need to remove it, use some fishing line to cut through and the adhesive parts can be rolled off with your finger and some patience.
Is the rear dash cam holding its own?
The rear (smaller) dash cam does seem to be holding it own, for now. I contacted the supplier and got several more of the mounting stickies that came with the camera, they’ve all failed. I’ve also tried locktite rear view mirror mounting which didn’t stick at all.
What happens if I leave my dash cam in the Sun?
If I leave my car in the sun for an extended period of time (2 hours +) I am pretty much guaranteed to come back to find wires dangling behind my rear view mirror and a dash cam playing hide n’ seek under my seat. The rear (smaller) dash cam does seem to be holding it own, for now.