Friction mount? Any suggestions on a friction mount for this unit?
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I use velcro to mount the bottom of the unit to the bottom of the instrument cluster. The hood of the instrument cluster will also block the sun. Try it.
1322904
Not my Nuvi 2557 ... it rocks and slides a bit. I am going to try and add another friction pad to the arms that is thicker, that should do the trick. Now to find something like that...
1593553
It is a fairly steady device but if you are expecting to put your full weight against it laterally at the top, I don't think it will hold that. I It is a friction mount and will pull loose with enough force. Best for stability and steadying use.
773177
I do not know for sure but I believe you would find a much better mounting solution by searching for BlendMount or ProClip as they specialize in those kind of mounts.
930364
I find that the best way to mount these switches is with a bicycle inner tube cut down to fit you grip. Sounds silly but it works great and eliminates any chance of the adhesive failing.
888444
Yeah I can see it working on those. The base, you can Twist to make it tight against one of those collapsable arms. As long as you don't break them. But I can see it bouncing allot unless you think yours is form enough for it. I see they even have dash mounts with a suction cup, you can check those out
874763
It's a grip to push, or pull as you choose. Probably push by friction pad to top of surface
999177
Garmin Portable Friction Mount - Frustration Free PackagingI purchased the Garmin Portable Friction Mount and have am really pleased with it. I don't like having the GPS up on the windshield and this works well for me.
2187907
I use mine on an Olympus body, haven't experienced any friction when mounting.
2104414
I use that Suction mount for a Garmin Montana 650T. Works pretty good if there is a smooth enough surface. Falls off occasionally.
1446242
Not really. I just stuff something in between to increase the friction. It kind of works but still moves once in a while.
525079
Yes the current friction mounts that are sold now do fit the 3790 series including the 3790T. I have that Garmin unit and bought the friction mount since I prefer it to the window mount... It works great. I love it:) (I bought mine form Beach Camera on Amazon.com for about $24. I hope this helps...
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Not sure if you ever heard back from the seller, but found this and thought it might be similar enough to help. http://www.mounts.com/PartData/Docs/techspecs/PSPK.pdf
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.
1613583
I use the window suction cup mount as I knew the adhesive would not hold. I suggest going to a hardware store and buying a more adhesive tape and cut to size.
1979170
My previous unit was only held by the four screws. But if the "fit" of the hole it was inserted into was tight, it might need some assistance. My old unit (I'm waiting for warmer weather to make the change) is still in place with no screws, just friction.
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Mine was the same way but it was not the fluid joint. There's a screw (the included tool fit) that adjusts the entire units attacment. It might be loose.