So I’ve had to e idea of 3D printing a mount base that would slot into the grill in the bottom left of this photo and be held by friction. No adhesive, no drilling, no fuss. Anyone have the means and motivation to try this?
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So I’ve had to e idea of 3D printing a mount base that would slot into the grill in the bottom left of this photo and be held by friction. No adhesive, no drilling, no fuss. Anyone have the means and motivation to try this?
How did you mount? Looks like you screwed into side. I see the ram mount… are the other parts RAM? Linenans post above didn't work for me. I mounted with self adhesive mount and it pulled away after two separate tries (replacement mounts). I love RAM but dont want to screw into dash. Still looking for an alternative.
Picture of the Garmin mounted? Please?I used a Ram Mount ball mount system. I purchased the 1” ball mount with adhesive and placed it on the flat side behind the media screen. There are flat areas there that seemed to work well . I then used some of the mounts to bring my Garmin nav to the right side of the screen.
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It’s screwed into the top hole of the handlebar. Super solid and not going anywhere. If I had better tools I could get a sharper bend angle and have less encroachment on my field of view
The “arm” part is this
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Not a cell phone mount but would work as one..........
My Radar Detector mount used the adhesive disk, which lasted a very short while after the sun stated shinning.
I removed the speaker grill (pulls straight up), used a grinder to grind down the ribs and epoxied a metal plate (outlined in yellow) to the underside. I mounted a rubber coated magnetic base (fabricated pedestal) to the cell phone mount. The cell phone mount was called a "goose neck" flexible mount (which I removed). It has approx 5lbs of holding power, which is plenty for my needs. A stronger magnet would increase the holding power.
My Radar Detector mount used the adhesive disk, which lasted a very short while after the sun stated shinning.
I removed the speaker grill (pulls straight up), used a grinder to grind down the ribs and epoxied a metal plate (outlined in yellow) to the underside. I mounted a rubber coated magnetic base (fabricated pedestal) to the cell phone mount. The cell phone mount was called a "goose neck" flexible mount (which I removed). It has approx 5lbs of holding power, which is plenty for my needs. A stronger magnet would increase the holding power.
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I paid for the top plan I think its 99 a year or something like that. Used the coupon for the methods I bought and that saved me a little over $400. Well worth it.
After trying a RAM mount systems with an adhesive base that kept pulling away and another display mount system on Amazon that did not fit my FE, this cup mount works and I love it. Plus its roughly $30, much cheaper than others.
The wire holder can either be moved to center over cup holder and a can fits perfectly into this or possibly a Starbucks cup, or it can be moved outside as seen in my picture to allow for another drink/ or plastic cup.
This is the cup mount system
The wire holder can either be moved to center over cup holder and a can fits perfectly into this or possibly a Starbucks cup, or it can be moved outside as seen in my picture to allow for another drink/ or plastic cup.
This is the cup mount system
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Idk why y’all have to have the cell phone right at eye level looks like you’re driving for uber. My cell phone goes in my glovebox while i’m driving. The LC beeping at me every 30 seconds is enough distraction for me. I can make and answer calls with carplay and anything else can wait.
I had Offroam in my 2019 Tacoma - I may have been one of the early customers back in 2019.
The mount is fantastic. I am glad to see they've got a mounting base for the 250:
@basedMDcruiser - it's a personal choice, but here are a couple of points. They might not be a big deal to some, as you say you're happy to keep the phone in the glovebox.
It's future-proofing your car.
The mount is fantastic. I am glad to see they've got a mounting base for the 250:
Toyota Land Cruiser 250 2024-2025 Phone Mounts
Offroam phone mounts for Toyota Land Cruiser 250 2024-2025 position your phone perfectly without blocking the view, controls, or airflow. Shaped to fit the dashboard for secure attachment. Universal fit or MagSafe holders with strong magnets for off-roading with Qi2 wireless charging option...
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@basedMDcruiser - it's a personal choice, but here are a couple of points. They might not be a big deal to some, as you say you're happy to keep the phone in the glovebox.
- Access non-carplay functions - many work apps just don't mirror.
- As a secondary display, you can have your music controls always at your finger tips while maps are on display in your LC or vice versa.
- Just convenience of glancing at your phone to triage a message or perform similar quick tasks - i.e. is this something I need to pull over and deal with or it can wait. If you are working from the LC this is a big deal.
- Take a video call I might not be looking at the phone screen, but the other party can see me and that's not possible without a good mount.
It's future-proofing your car.
On the 1958, I went in a very similar direction to what fellow member Lineman did...used an assortment of Ram Mount parts I had in the garage and picked up a base mount on Amazon that has a 3M style tape. Placed it in the area that the charging mat would be on the LCLC and FE. I agree that with CarPlay a mount isn't all that necessary but it is nice to have the option to charge w/o the phone sliding around!
CarPlay won't let me play YouTube videos.
I was thinking the same thing...the phone connects to the infotainment system, so I don't get the need for 2 screens showing the same thing.
This is what I used on my FJ, clamped to the drivers side pillar grab handle. It put the phone high in front of the pillar. For the Land Cruiser it might need an additional piece to get a good angle. So far I haven’t felt any need to to have a phone mount though, the center display is larger.
I think this is what I got: RoadVise® XL Phone and Midsize Tablet Clamp Post Mount for iPad, Note, Tab and more
They have variations with different clamps, holders, arms, etc. For instance:
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I think this is what I got: RoadVise® XL Phone and Midsize Tablet Clamp Post Mount for iPad, Note, Tab and more
They have variations with different clamps, holders, arms, etc. For instance:
RoadVise® Ultra Holder with Clamp Mount
Securely mount your device with the RoadVise® Ultra Holder. Perfect for creators, teachers, and hobbyists. Fits bars up to 2.75" wide. Click the link to learn more.
arkon.com
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