Is the bottom of this holder FLAT where it contacts the dashboard? I mean really flat so when it sits on a table it is in contact on the whole bottom
2053271
No, its rounded. The photos LOOK like it is flat but its not. About 70% of mine contacts the dashboard.
2053272
No, it is not flat. Is has a nylon bottom, that is slightly rounded up on the edges. Reminds me of a bean bag, but this is firmer. Also, on the back edge, there is a 2 inch plastic part with peel-off stick-em to keep it in place. It is a heavy piece, so if the bottom was designed right, it wouldn't need extra support to stick it to the dash. I am not using this item, because I don't want glue on my dash. Bottom line: this Hippo is not all I thought it would be.
335745
The section of my dashboard that I have it on is smooth but the grip with the jelly thing on the bottom is so strong that I think it would. When I went to reposition the mount, it was hard getting it to unstick.
952304
I am sorry, I never had any issue with mine.. Did you make use of the black disc they had provided to stick to the dashboard, because that is very strong and provides greater suction.
84467
As long as the dashboard is fairly level for a few inches, it should hold position well. It is a weighted base with a anti slip type of pad on the bottom
739940
No I put the mount on top of the dash just right of center. Extend the arm out and down, so when I put my ipad 2 in it, it sits just below of the dash. Hope that helps. Dave
2076972
I use the suction mount that it came with, I bought a heavy glass ashtray & silicone glued the suction flat to it. makes it more stable & does not tip over. Sits on the dashboard so both of us can see it.
187528
I haven't had any problem it doesn't shift or fall or slide at all, but my dashboard has some texture, if yours is very smooth or has a very steep slope it might, maybe?
1665143
Does the dash sticky disc permanently bond with the dash? Will I be able to remove the sticky disc from my dash board in the future without damaging the dashboard?
806956
This will work with some slightly curved smooth dashboards. Make sure that the dash is completely clean (no lint or armor all) and the suction cup is clean as well. If it has dirt, run under water to remove dirt and let air dry. Do not wipe suction cup. Good luck.
1130942
The mount is not supposed to "stick" to the surface. It has a tacky finish to aid in skidding or slipping around. My experience is that if the surface loses tackiness is because the surface is dirty, as in dusty. A good washing off of the pad and a good wet wipe of the dash and all is good.
583618
I don't think so, it's done with a suction cup. My dashboard is a plasticy material as well, but I actually stick it to my windshield. It's adjustable enough to be able to position it from either dash or windshield.
869846
The bottom is flat. There should not be a problem with making good contact.
976392
You can attach this unit to the dashboard as long as you can find the flat surface for the suction cup. This product desires a 5star rating because the build quality is good
770015
It is designed for a flat surface and is rigid, not designed for a rolling surface. What I would opt for is adhere it to the windshield with 2 face heavy duty 3M foam tape used for automotive trim. also would save the dashboard from being holed, as it is a porus rubber compound and the screws would likely not hold when exposed to a vibrating load. For that matter the 3M tape may compensate for the dash's curvy surface.
1237871
The cup holder will not stick to flat surfaces unless hook-and-loop [Velcro] or double-sided foam sticky tape is used. The bottom of the cup holder is a fairly firm but still slightly pliable plastic.
1082358
There is no damage to the dashboard. There is a slight sticky film on the bottom but it does not leave any reside on dashboard.
1790606
Yes....you are going to love the functionality of this item. It's like a clamp and holds your device in place and the cord hangs loosely next to it. It stays on the dashboard and does not slip.......I am so happy i found this item and highly recommend it.