My new in car camera mount

larryn · 01-22-2008, 07:01 PM

This is what you get, when you marry a Mini Cardelli Clamp used in pro photography with a Manfrotto 484 ball head.

The clamping surface is rubberized, and fits just as easily on a door frame, as it does on the headrest post, and locks down incredibly tightly.

Templedogg · 01-22-2008, 07:10 PM

Nice!!!

larryn · 01-22-2008, 07:15 PM

I'd be embarrassed to post a pic of the thing I made out of maple in my woodshop that I've been using at driving events. (hey it worked, just not to sveltily) :wink:

BForbes · 01-22-2008, 08:20 PM

Hey thats pretty damn nifty Larry!!!

321 · 01-24-2008, 04:25 AM

So something has to be made in Italy to be svelte? I would appreciate something you made w/ your own hands much more...

mateo · 01-24-2008, 04:39 AM

BAM. I like it.

larryn · 01-24-2008, 07:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zba857

So something has to be made in Italy to be svelte? I would appreciate something you made w/ your own hands much more...

Don't make me post my wooden handmade one. Your eyes will bleed. Trust me, this is one of the nicest quick fit camera mounts I've ever seen, never mind owned.

321 · 01-24-2008, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larryn

Don't make me post my wooden handmade one.

DO IT!:biggrin:

larryn · 01-24-2008, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zba857

DO IT!:biggrin:

The inevitable crap I'm about to go thru is on YOUR HEAD (hey it worked). :wink:

This was the previous ghettomount(tm):

Edit: btw, great representation of Terra leather color...

ChrisK · 01-24-2008, 03:05 PM

ghettomount(tm)

Send me the paper work so I can use your trademark

321 · 01-24-2008, 08:10 PM

See! Now thats a fine example of good ole' ingenuity.. Now alls it needs is a light sanding and stain to match the terra and you didn't need to spend the C note to get it!:thumbup:

larryn · 01-24-2008, 09:38 PM

I prefer my newer example of ingenuity. That mount rocks!

Btw, I used the ghettomount(tm) for a couple seasons, and already got my money's worth out of it.

cozza · 03-29-2008, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larryn

This is what you get, when you marry a Mini Cardelli Clamp used in pro photography with a Manfrotto 484 ball head.

The clamping surface is rubberized, and fits just as easily on a door frame, as it does on the headrest post, and locks down incredibly tightly.

Brilliant! I've been looking for an alternative to the suction cap camera mounts for a while now.. thanks for the tip!

john970 · 04-02-2008, 03:35 PM

Check these things out, starting at $25:

http://www.joby.com/products/gorillapod/findmygpod/

I'm looking for something I can hide easily at the nurburging, thinking of putting my camera on the rear shelf under a hat or something with velcro.

larryn · 04-02-2008, 03:56 PM

John, I think those twisty mounts would not be too stable in a car, and you'll get some movement.

This is it in my car:

john970 · 04-02-2008, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larryn

John, I think those twisty mounts would not be too stable in a car, and you'll get some movement.

Yeah it looks like they are plastic more than rubber. I'm worried the mount you made looks too obviously like a camera mount, especially since I won't be tinting my windows until I return to the states. Hand held video on the ring looks horrible.

I might stick to velcro, but I'm disappointed as I planned to post 720p high def footage of my experience and I don't think the velcro will be steady. I've heard that the ring marshals sometimes don't care and other times ban you from the track for the rest of the day.

Can you see that mount from the rear? i.e. if a car was behind you on the road would it be obvious?

colonel1961 · 04-02-2008, 04:02 PM

felixdahousecat · 04-15-2008, 05:41 PM

thats a awsome idea!

vivid · 04-15-2008, 06:15 PM

that should give some good vids... looking good

E82tt6 · 04-15-2008, 07:32 PM

Should be good for track days!

kwanzto · 09-03-2008, 11:35 PM

This is what I use. It's the GoPro Camera specifically designed for in-car applications. My girl picked it up for our anniversary, I can't wait to get some track footage with it. Takes great video! And the best part is that entire mount snaps out, only leaving a small clip stuck to the rear interior light housing, you would never notice it's there when the camera is not in the car.

The only thing I'm concerned about now is passing tech. It's fairly secure, but I'm guessing they will want to see some type of safety tether. Anyone have an idea where I might purchase something like that? Otherwise I'm going to have to make something myself out of nylon (or maybe a small dog leash would do the trick).

imported_easyman · 09-04-2008, 10:23 AM

i use the cruise cam and have been very happy.

http://www.cruisecam.com/cc.html

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321 Stay a while and listen... 22 Rep 375 Posts Drives: vr4 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: slo, ca iTrader: (0)	So something has to be made in Italy to be svelte? I would appreciate something you made w/ your own hands much more...
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321 Stay a while and listen... 22 Rep 375 Posts Drives: vr4 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: slo, ca iTrader: (0)	See! Now thats a fine example of good ole' ingenuity.. Now alls it needs is a light sanding and stain to match the terra and you didn't need to spend the C note to get it!:thumbup:
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larryn Lieutenant General 2156 Rep 10,176 Posts Drives: '97 332ti, '21 X5 45e, '16 GT4 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Seattle iTrader: (2)	I prefer my newer example of ingenuity. That mount rocks! Btw, I used the ghettomount(tm) for a couple seasons, and already got my money's worth out of it.
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john970 1er 74 Rep 1,205 Posts Drives: 08 135 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Denver iTrader: (0)	Check these things out, starting at $25: http://www.joby.com/products/gorillapod/findmygpod/ I'm looking for something I can hide easily at the nurburging, thinking of putting my camera on the rear shelf under a hat or something with velcro. Attached Images
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larryn Lieutenant General 2156 Rep 10,176 Posts Drives: '97 332ti, '21 X5 45e, '16 GT4 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Seattle iTrader: (2)	John, I think those twisty mounts would not be too stable in a car, and you'll get some movement. This is it in my car:
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kwanzto 135i 2 Rep 38 Posts Drives: Graphite 135i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Bangor, PA iTrader: (1)	This is what I use. It's the GoPro Camera specifically designed for in-car applications. My girl picked it up for our anniversary, I can't wait to get some track footage with it. Takes great video! And the best part is that entire mount snaps out, only leaving a small clip stuck to the rear interior light housing, you would never notice it's there when the camera is not in the car. The only thing I'm concerned about now is passing tech. It's fairly secure, but I'm guessing they will want to see some type of safety tether. Anyone have an idea where I might purchase something like that? Otherwise I'm going to have to make something myself out of nylon (or maybe a small dog leash would do the trick). Attached Images
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imported_easyman Private 0 Rep 60 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	i use the cruise cam and have been very happy. http://www.cruisecam.com/cc.html __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]
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