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(NO OT) - DIY: Inexpensive Bracket for Anyone w/Radar Detector, GPS, Scan Tool or Anything Windshield Mounted
September 12, 2012 at
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I wasn't sure where to post this since there is no DIY or How To section on SD but I've posted this 'deal' on many automotive forums that I'm on and it's always been well received. Mods: If there is someplace where this fits better feel free to relocate it there. SD needs a DIY sub-section maybe?
I made a bracket for my radar detector to mount to the rear view mirror rather than the stupid windshield brackets w/suction cups. This same device can be used for a wide variety of things such as GPS devices or engine monitor readouts. The cost is anywhere from free to $2.50 depending on if you ride bicycles or not. It's a simple seat post reflector with the reflector removed. Most have these in their garage and if not you can get them at your local bicycle shop for a few bucks at most. When I went to mine they gave me handfuls of them of various sizes for free just for asking. You will also need a small bolt with a matching washer & nut to attach the factory bracket to it. There are a couple sizes so pick based on the thickness of your mirror stem then use padded tape to make up the difference. Pretty simple actually.
I figured this is a perfect post for those Slickdealers like me who think $90 or even $35 is WAY to much for a simple mirror bracket mount.
Enjoy!
I made a bracket for my radar detector to mount to the rear view mirror rather than the stupid windshield brackets w/suction cups. This same device can be used for a wide variety of things such as GPS devices or engine monitor readouts. The cost is anywhere from free to $2.50 depending on if you ride bicycles or not. It's a simple seat post reflector with the reflector removed. Most have these in their garage and if not you can get them at your local bicycle shop for a few bucks at most. When I went to mine they gave me handfuls of them of various sizes for free just for asking. You will also need a small bolt with a matching washer & nut to attach the factory bracket to it. There are a couple sizes so pick based on the thickness of your mirror stem then use padded tape to make up the difference. Pretty simple actually.
I figured this is a perfect post for those Slickdealers like me who think $90 or even $35 is WAY to much for a simple mirror bracket mount.
Enjoy!
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I've even tested it on the wall of my house before...ha ha...
It's an easy fix - you can buy a kit for like $5 at some auto repair store. All you do is
1) scrape the old residue away
2) clean it with an alcohol wipe
3) apply adhesive
4)hold tight for a few minutes (time & pressure, baby)
Come to think of it, on Chevy's, the weight of the mirror alone will bring it down.
Be very patient,
Tofu Vic
Be very patient,
Tofu Vic
Notice the rainbow colors used....
Use your imagination...
Years back I accidentally knocked the mirror off an old Audi 200 and a small thin part of the windshield came off with it, so I would have been happy with GM glue that time.
Someone answered "not a good price" and another one "unable to replicate deal".
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Come to think of it, on Chevy's, the weight of the mirror alone will bring it down.
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