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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 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 think a lot of people have missed it in the last two years since it was active.
Good thing I don't currently own a Chevy then, right?
(actually, I've had several GM products with this same bracket and no catastrophic failures to speak of
OP.. not sure if have any cycle stores nearby..
is it possible to get the reflector and washer and screw/ or whatever is need...online for cheap?
just saw your post too.. and want to do this with my 9500ix.. the suction cups that came with it.. weared off long time back and I am just placing the detector in cup holders... even though the detector is able to catch the signals.. this top mounting will give it more accurate and quick readings..
TIA
Edit:
Do you think this [amazon.com] will do the job?
is it possible to get the reflector and washer and screw/ or whatever is need...online for cheap?
just saw your post too.. and want to do this with my 9500ix.. the suction cups that came with it.. weared off long time back and I am just placing the detector in cup holders... even though the detector is able to catch the signals.. this top mounting will give it more accurate and quick readings..
TIA
Edit:
Do you think this [amazon.com] will do the job?
Yeah, it looks like it will. If you have a local bike shop it's probably just as cheap or cheaper plus if it doesn't fit you can return/exchange it easily. My local shop just gave me some from a pile he had. It's nice to support your local businesses whenever possible too.
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Thanks again..
Yes I agree.. will try to find a shop nearby..
Hi -
Forgot to ask one thing how are runing the wire which is supposed to go into the detector ?
is it just running down to top across the windshield? how can it be managed not looking ugly.. Thanks
Forgot to ask one thing how are runing the wire which is supposed to go into the detector ?
is it just running down to top across the windshield? how can it be managed not looking ugly.. Thanks
Under the head liner and down the A-piller & into the dash is the most popular route to run it.
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Sure thing! 4pts added to your rep for bumping this thread for others and being polite.