Garmin Portable Friction Mount
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Brand | Garmin |
Compatible Devices | GPS |
Compatible Phone Models | Garmin |
Mounting Type | Friction |
Special Feature | Adjustable,Portable |
About this item
- Vehicle dash mount for use on any stable surface
- Securely holds your GPS in vehicle
- Does not slide or detach while vehicle is in motion
- Adjustable to position GPS in a variety of angles
- Garmin ball mount easily attaches to your existing cradle
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Garmin Portable Friction Mount
Keep your device in easy sight with this portable friction mount, and then remove it from your vehicle when you arrive at your destination. Lets you use your device in more than one vehicle.
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Mounting system | 4.5 | — | 4.1 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Suction power | 4.2 | — | 3.6 | 4.5 | 3.8 | 4.2 |
Adhesion | 4.3 | — | 3.6 | — | 3.8 | 4.5 |
Security features | 4.4 | — | — | 4.7 | 3.3 | — |
Sold By | DC LNS | Amazon.com | Techno_RV | Charger City | DigiCharge | SADDLE LTD. |
compatible phones | Garmin | — | — | Garmin Drivesmart Drive 5 6 7 inch GPS 52 54 55 56 57 58 60 61 62 64 65 66 67 68 70 71 LM LMT T GPS (5" 6" 7" GPS), Nuvi 2557 2559 2689 4.3" 5" 6" GPS | — | ALL |
mounting type | Friction | Dashboard | Dashboard | Dashboard | Dashboard | Dashboard |
special feature | Adjustable,Portable | Portable | — | Portable,Removable | Non-Slip | Dashboard GPS Mount Holder, Dashboard Garmin Mount Holder |
unit count | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
weight | — | 1 pounds | 1.02 kilograms | 1.4 pounds | 0.55 kilograms | 0.97 pounds |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 12.5 x 9 x 3.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 0.634 ounces |
ASIN | B000LRMS66 |
Item model number | B000LRMS66-Parent |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #36 in GPS Vehicle Mounts |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Special features | Adjustable,Portable |
Other display features | Wireless |
Whats in the box | kkk |
Manufacturer | Garmin |
Language | English |
Date First Available | July 7, 2004 |
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Product Description
Product Description
Garmin Portable Friction Mount
Amazon.com
Keep your nüvi in place with this portable friction mount. It'll keep everything in plain sight when you need it and out of the way when you don't.
Place the mount on any stable surface, and adjust the position of your GPS to your liking. The friction mount weighs enough to keep your device put on the dash, even when sudden maneuvers are necessary. It's ideal for states in which the use of windshield suction mounts is illegal.
In addition to its convenience, you can quickly place your GPS out of sight, and without leaving any residue on the windshield, both handy for any potential prying eyes.
Compatible Garmin Models
- aera 500, 510, 550, 560
- nüvi 1200, 1250, 1260T, 1300, 1350, 1350T, 1370T, 1390T, 1450, 1490T, 1690, 200, 200W, 205, 205W, 250, 250W, 255, 255W, 260, 260W, 265T, 265WT, 270, 275T, 285WT, 350, 360, 370, 465T, 500, 5000, 550, 600, 610, 650, 660, 670, 680, 750, 755T, 760, 765T, 770, 775T, 780, 785T, 850, 855, 880, 885T
- StreetPilot c510, c530, c550, c580, i2, i3, i5
- zūmo 660
What's in the Box
Garmin Portable Friction Mount
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Customers like the stability, performance, quality, portability, and the mount of the navigation accessory. For example, they mention that it holds their GPS very securely, works well, and is made of high quality materials. That said, some say it's easy to move around and use in different cars. As for the mount itself, they say it firmly mounts the GPS via the holder and stays in place.
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Customers like the stability of the GPS mount. They mention that it never fails to stay in place, holds their device very securely, and fits on almost any dash. They are also impressed with its gripping ability and say it did not slide an inch the whole time.
"...PROS - Things I really like about it:- It is SUPER grippy. It has an incredible surface on the underside which makes it not slide at all...." Read more
"...I've used these often on for 15 years and they grip well. You can bend them to fit different contours...." Read more
"its really heavy, stays in place and great product" Read more
"...The grippy rubber side of the mousepad adheres nicely to the dash. Yet I can pull it down to the floor quickly and reposition it easily...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the GPS mount. They mention that it works well, has two parts that work especially well, and has served well for several years. Customers also appreciate the practicality and convenience of the mount. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"I am using this mount with a Nuvi 855.Overall I think it is fantastic...." Read more
"...WRONG. I ordered this Garmin and it works beautifully. I've used these often on for 15 years and they grip well...." Read more
"its really heavy, stays in place and great product" Read more
"...A friction pad for pennies with a ball arm attached.Works great. Cost was virtually nothing...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the GPS mount. They mention that it is rock solid, very stable, and made of high quality materials. The mount has a solid metal base that holds the GPS in position regardless of the road. The base is very secure, and the mount is beautifully engineered and built. Overall, customers are happy with the product's quality and durability.
"...I had never even attached it to anything! The mount is beautifully engineered and built...except for one area where the arm's hinge pin attaches to..." Read more
"...It's made of very durable materials. It's small enough to hide under your seat if you want to conceal it when you're not in your car...." Read more
"I like that.Very steady" Read more
"...That's it. This product is sturdy, it stays put even through the sharpest of turns or in the of event of a quick breaking...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the GPS or navigation accessory. For example, they mention it's easy to move around as needed and use in different cars, has plenty of weight and surface area to keep the friction plate from moving in car, and is easy to take from car to car. The weighted base is just the right size to fit off to the side of the dashboard. It's also filled with a material that gives the base some weight, and it'll fit easily in the glove compartment or center console.
"its really heavy, stays in place and great product" Read more
"...It's also easy to switch this mount between cars or move it to a rental car when you travel...." Read more
"...This mount will stay much closer to you and will make reaching the unit easy...." Read more
"...It's made of very durable materials. It's small enough to hide under your seat if you want to conceal it when you're not in your car...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the mount. They mention that it firmly mounts the GPS via the holder, to the beanbag mount. The mount stays in place, and there is no footprint to be found on the car. They also say that the mount is ideal for every car, and the GPS attaches easily to the mount through the provided holder. Customers also appreciate the mounting arm, which is made by Garmin, so their mounting bracket worked perfectly.
"...The advantages are:- No sticking on windshield...." Read more
"...It is extremely sturdy and it's not even attached to anything in the car!..." Read more
"...The beanbag mount is portable, can be placed on the floor of your car,glove compartment, etc.**************************************************..." Read more
"...no idea why they designed it this way, but it is a perfect spot for the Garmin friction mount. Highly recommended." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the GPS mount to be easy. They mention that it's simple to attach to the Garmin, and comes off easily. Some appreciate the ease of clicking the little armature that attaches to the unit. Overall, most are happy with the ease and convenience of installation.
"...Very nice. Makes it real easy for my co-pilot to view it and take control when I am hectic with busy traffic...." Read more
"...It also makes it easy to slide it closer to yourself...." Read more
"...Installation is as easy as clicking the neck onto the weighted base and putting it on your CLEAN dashboard...." Read more
"...It is equally simple to set it up to use in a rental car...." Read more
Customers like the value of the GPS dashboard mount. They mention that it's well worth the price, a good return on investment, and a simple and inexpensive solution.
"...What's more, it's a great price here on Amazon.Bottom line? Get one with your Nuvi order!!TIPS AND TRICKS-..." Read more
"...Works great. Cost was virtually nothing. Doesn't slide on either of the two dashboards I've tried it on...." Read more
"...The cost for this base was quite reasonable.Bonus:..." Read more
"...but you're getting it from iSaveThe price seems ok...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the GPS mount. Some mention that it fits perfectly, it will fit on almost any dash, and it fits in fine with any décor. However, others say that the tip that holds the GPS is a bit too small, the footprint is large, and the friction surface can wear out after many years. Some customers also mention that cup holders are not the same size in all vehicles and the cup mount turned out to be a little bulky and won't fit into the glove compartment or center console.
"Fit perfectly. Holds gps nicely. Hope next generation has height adjustment. Need to be about 3 inches taller for my need" Read more
"...The round tip that holds the GPS is a bit too small. I fixed it myself by applying a couple of coats of nail polish." Read more
"...Don't let the style of it fool you. It will accomodate any dashboard including one's with a curve...." Read more
"...I hesitated before purchasing this mount because it looked huge in the picture...." Read more
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Overall I think it is fantastic. I have used a friends car often in which there is a GPS (TomTom) stuck with a suction cup to the circular disc mounted to the dash. I found her GPS would often fall off when I was touching the screen. I would resort to taking it off and fiddling with it on my lap whilst drive. Not such a safe way to go. Also, with that kind of mount it was not easy for the passenger (my beloved co-pilot) to access the GPS or move it around or take it into her hands for full control (an important manoeuvre for full co-piloting).
It was because of the experience with my friends mount that I bought this one at the same time as my Nuvi 855. I am very happy with this mount.
PROS - Things I really like about it:
- It is SUPER grippy. It has an incredible surface on the underside which makes it not slide at all. Even if I try to nudge it 8as a test), it is hard to move it. Excellent. There is certainly NO movement whilst driving, even when I am driving fast into a tight bend. And yet, if I want to reposition it, or my passenger/co-pilot wants to change the position, it's so easy. Just lift it a little (as in, just a slight upward motion whilst pushing it to a different position) and move it.
- The Nuvi rotates well in all directions. It rotates from side-to-side, pivoting where the mount arm goes into the mount base. Very nice. Makes it real easy for my co-pilot to view it and take control when I am hectic with busy traffic. It also pivots where the bracket joins the mount arm, which is a ball-and-socket connection. I can see that the fixed dash/windscreen mount that comes with the 855 uses a ball-and-socket connection too, so nothing extra gained in that regard.
- When put away, NOTHING remains on the window or the dash. No round disk stuck to the dash. No circular mark left on the windscreen. Both of these are giveaways that a GPS may be hanging out someone in the vehicle... and is something savvy potential GPS thieves know to look out for.
- When it comes time to put it away, the Nuvi easy detaches from the bracket. Requires pushing a button as you grab it. One relatively easy manoeuvre. Then putting the mount away, is as simple as picking it up and sticking it somewhere. Couldn't be easier. (See Bulky issue below)
CONS:
-It is a little bulky. I can't, for instance, stick it under the seat without first detaching the connector arm from it. This makes for an additional step when getting in and out of the car. I then have two objects to store/hide... a mount base and an arm with a bracket stuck to it. I find this a little inconvenient, though not a major issue.
- It is relatively heavy. I travel (internationally) a fair bit, and I'll be taking this GPS and the mount with me. It is on the heavy side compared to other mounting solutions, beacuse it has four little "sand bags" on it. But if you are primarily just using this in your home car... I don't think this will be an issue at all.
- Ball and socket system: I do actually prefer the way the TomTom connected to its mount. It would just slide down onto the mount. No buttons, no bracket, and no bracket based DC power system (this last point may be specific to my Nuvi 855). This means more parts to wear out and/or break. This, to me, appears to be the weakest part in the over all design. The Nuvi is solid. The mount is super solid. But this additional bracket that connects the Nuvi to the mount arm has clips, and spring loaded buttons... relatively weak compared to the other parts.
I prefer the way the TomTom attaches to its mount. There are some slots build into the moulded rear panel on the TomTom. I can see, however, that this potentially is what makes the TomTom thicker than my Nuvo 855.
So, this attaching system on the Nuvi is something I can easily live with... as I like how thin it is.
CONCLUSION:
The cons I have mentioned, are purely to be thorough in my review. I don't consider them an issue for myself. I think this mount simply rocks. I have researched all the mount solutions available on Amazon and the Garmin site, and I think this one is the best one available.
What's more, it's a great price here on Amazon.
Bottom line? Get one with your Nuvi order!!
TIPS AND TRICKS
- Getting the bracket on and off of the ball on the arm can seem hard to do. The trick is that you need do it on the side of the ball (any side, top, left, right, bottom). Just stick the ball into the bracket with the arm itself touching the bracket (as a result of it going in at an angle rather than straight on). Then it pops in and out easily.
Then there's the disk with the very permanent double sticky tape. The problem with almost all cars these days is there really isn't anywhere to attach the disk discreetly. Every square inch is taken with existing stuff. And who wants an ugly disk glued to the dash anyway? And what if I want to use the GPS in other vehicles? More disks?
So I settled on this "beanbag" mount with the ball mount arm.
Unfortunately, before the beanbag friction mount arrived, I was flexing the arm in the suction cup mount and noticed the suction cup's mounting bracket had already broken. I had never even attached it to anything! The mount is beautifully engineered and built...except for one area where the arm's hinge pin attaches to the suction cup's plastic hinge loops. The loops are too thin and fragile. The loops cracked and broke with hardly any hinging at all.
So now I have a quite useless suction mount but a very functional ball arm. What to do?
I drove the hinge pin out of the ball arm. Then I took two small 1" x 1" steel angle brackets and attached them to the ball arm with a 2" long, 8-32 threaded machine screw and an 8-32 wingnut. This created two "feet" for the ball arm. Then I epoxied the two bracket "feet" to the fabric (upper) side of an old 1/4" thick mousepad. Ta da. A friction pad for pennies with a ball arm attached.
Works great. Cost was virtually nothing. Doesn't slide on either of the two dashboards I've tried it on. The mousepad is flexible and conforms easily to the curving shape of the various dashboards. It doesn't weigh much but the thick mousepad has enough heft to plant the getup nicely. The grippy rubber side of the mousepad adheres nicely to the dash. Yet I can pull it down to the floor quickly and reposition it easily.
I wish I'd thought of this BEFORE I ordered this "official" friction mount to the tune of a couple of twenties.
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Die Halterung hat einen Kugelkopf, an dem dann die Klickhalterung für das Navi angebracht wird. Wir haben dann im Elektronikladen mit dem großen „M“ von der Firma Isy eine Klemmhalterung für das Smartphone gekauft, weil diese den gleichen Kugelkopf hat. Nun können wir wahlweise das Navi oder das Smartphone halten lassen! Sehr empfehlenswert!
Lo consiglio, molto piu comodo della classica ventosa!!!!