how do I get stability with ball/socket connection? the garmin is not steady in the mount.
1296611
It fits my streetpilot perfectly!! It only moves when I want it to angle the GPS in another position. This dash mount is for specified Garmin series GPS devices. Did you make sure your Garmin is listed for the use of the mount?
1296612
It sounds as though your ball is not seated properly or the connection is not tight enough. I have had this model for nearly a year with no stability issue at all. My husband has used the same type for nearly three years and his is still very stable. Mine did come loose one time and I had trouble getting back on securely. Once I got it to 'snap' in place it has remained tight and moves only when I move it myself. If this is a new purchase I would suggest contacting the seller for replacement.
1296613
Sorry you are having a problem.Some Garmin Models may not be compatible with the base unit?Also there may be a flaw in the size of the mating part on the base?
1296614
I agree with dgminer and William Costley - it took a lot of force for me to get the socket of the clip securely onto the ball of the friction mount. The GPS will still vibrate a little, especially if you pivot it up off the base. I keep mine fairly low on the base to prevent this.
1296615
This is our second mount, the first one didn't stick to the dash. The one we have now my husband had to use a little force and it went together fine
1296616
I agree with dgminer; you have to snap it into place. It felt like I was forcing it, and then I gave it a little more elbow grease and it snapped on. You might to rotate it slowly as you try to snap it on.
1296617
I would suggest cleaning the socket and the ball joint and allowing them to dry fully to make sure there isn't dirt or grease in there causing a problem. My connection worked great since the beginning and still works well so it might be a compatibility issue between your particular Garmin unit or perhaps its a defect from the manufacturer.
2066416
There's a menu item where you can re-align the screen. check the manual or download it from the Garmin site. sounds like a easy fix. There is a You Tube vid (how to recalibrate garmin screen) that shows how.
1228065
GPS if fairly steady. Charger cord is long enough and not sure if a shorter cord can be substituted.
459889
Garmin should indeed replace the cable. I've read several complaints similar to yours. If, for whatever reason, the new cable doesn't solve the problem, then most probably the fault lies within the unit.
459347
I purchased these mounts recently and also seem to be experiencing the same issue. This type of nut is apparently called a nyloc. I can't seem to tighten the nut all the way, and therefore cannot really stabilize the mounts. Were you able to figure it out yet?
1982476
I've found that they often fall off. I've gotten a different kind. It's not the mount as much as the GPS's problem.
1574396
You have to use the ball socket type bracket that snaps around the screen. Then you can snap the screen bracket to a suction cup or friction ball mount available through Garmin.
1891215
Make sure the table mount (threaded end) is first pressed securely over the pivot ball then tighten the nut. Had same issue when I tried to use this if the threaded end was not pressed over the ball it will pull the nut off.
1836576
Make sure the ball end fits into the socket snugly then tighten. If I remember correctly, I heard a "snap" or "pop" when it was in correctly. I took mine on a 1500 mile trip and it never loosened or popped off. I hope this helps.
1228059
My car rides smoothly on highways, but I haven't noticed any significant shaking on rougher roads with it holding a Garmin Nuvi 2555 (5" screen). You cannot shorten the cable without taking the lighter plugin part apart. I just wrapped the excess cable around the holder.
1211040
Actually, the ball joint did not fit my garmin. The ball was too small. But I was able to remove the pin and replace the ball with the part from my old mount. I only needed the suction that way and it has worked great since then.
1655796
sometimes it helps if you connect your gps to the internet via usb on your computer and visit garmin.com.they have this utility called: webupdater.i've upgraded mine to 265WT because i need the USB. hands down to garmin, i have no problem with this device (only minor glitch, such as bluetooth sound sometimes disappears). good luck.
425842
You can stick the "black round thing" anywhere on the dash board. Then you can attach your garmin mount like attaching to windshield. Make sure you decide where you want it on the dash board (once you stick it, it is kind of stuck there for ever). Remove the thin film on the white tape (hard to remove). Once removed, it's very sticking. Before sticking it on the dash board plan ahead. Good luck!
2066417
There's a menu item where you can re-align the screen. check the manual or download it from the Garmin site. sounds like a easy fix.
2218751
I carry my Garmin Nuvi 54LM, both it's cables, and a Garmin 010-10723-08 AC/DC Power Adapter in the Carry All. My Garmin friction mount is the "sandbag" style and might be very tight is i try to fit it in as well. There ia another thinner type Garmin friction mount which might fit ot not. The Garmin Carry All Case does what I wanted it to do.
1951146
The actual Garmin bracket is snapped on to the ball first. Then, pull the spring loaded locking palls back and insert the two hooked prongs in between the A/C vent slats, then let the palls slide forward. The bottom peg should be resting on the face of the dash. To remove it, reverse the process.
2033956
I wouldn't recommend this product. Very poorly made. Purchase the hard wire cable that's made by garmin. That's what I did after I received this one.