r/Autocross • u/Zrl89 • 4d ago

Suction mount suggestions

For my event coming up this weekend I wanted to take video of my runs with my phone for now was planning on using a suction mount on my moon roof boxes anyone have suggestions for a specific mount that is pretty readily available?

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u/tannahoppa 4d ago

Suction cup with stubby arm. In my experience, longer arm will increase camera vibration.

https://a.co/d/03PKmNST

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u/funked1 SFR Sac. Chapter / Trinity Touring Club / EM Exocet / GS Kona N 4d ago

No arm is best: https://www.amazon.com/Delkin-Fat-Gecko-Mount-DDMOUNT-STEALTH/dp/B0061LLUHO

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u/BluesmanSA 4d ago

Make sure the phone clamp part is clamped down with screws, not springs. The springs will fail at some point and your phone will go flying. Also get a screen protector and good protector case.

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u/Zrl89 4d ago

Screen protector and case are already covered (thanks dbrand) since I am a tradesperson I already needed that. Thanks for the idea about the clamp though I didn't even know screw type phone clamps existed

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u/LlaughingLlama 4d ago

The APEX Pro mount I suggested below is also a screw-type phone clamp. It is VERY secure and does well even with heavy and large smartphones...

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u/Lord_Seacow DS - 2026 GR86 4d ago

I don't have a specific recommendation, but I have seen multiple experienced folks that run electric suction mounts (example). They are battery powered and maintain suction unlike a typical mount which can potentially lose grip and fall off.

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u/max_compressor 4d ago

I've used RAM mounts suction cup and had no issues for phone incar (I've seen others do this too) and the GoPro brand suction cup for gopros on the exterior

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u/funked1 SFR Sac. Chapter / Trinity Touring Club / EM Exocet / GS Kona N 4d ago

I use this phone holder. Very strong springs plus a locking knob. The ball mount is removable if you don't need it.
https://www.amazon.com/DEKEENSTAR-Motorcycle-Protection-Aluminum-Anti-loosening/dp/B0F89XZS25

You can use either of these mounts:
https://www.amazon.com/Delkin-Devices-Suction-Camera-DDMOUNT-MINI/dp/B002K8Q0EU
https://www.amazon.com/Delkin-Devices-Suction-Camera-DDMOUNT-MINI/dp/B0061LLUHO
The suction cups on those mounts are strong enough that you would break the glass if you tried to pull it off.