Nextbase dash cam mounting

Bob · May 9th, 2024, 19:28

Nextbase dashcam series 2 windscreen mounts have a 3M sticky pad and work quite well but after a few days of warm sun the adhesive pad has started to soften and the weight of the cam started to pull it off the screen.

I have fitted a new one so see how long that lasts.

Anyone else experienced this?

GMcL · May 11th, 2024, 17:29

Yes, I've got a Nextbase camera, same issue, especially after last summer in Italy with very hot days.

Only solution is to remove the camera when parked up, kind of defeats the object of the exercise if you're worried your car might get knocked while parked. It really needs a small bracket into the headlining.

Spike56 · May 11th, 2024, 21:35

Have nextbase stopped doing the suction cupped mount? Similar to kitchen appliances...

Also do the cameras not shutdown a short while after the engine is switched off?

On a different note. Have you seen the suggestions that you could waive your warranty if the camera is hardwired in, and yet hanging wires could be "blocking your view"! If you leave the camera on the screen while away from the car, the insurance company could refuse to pay for damages. You seriously cannot win with insurance companies!

GMcL · May 11th, 2024, 23:46

No suction cup with the camera I have just the 3M sticky pad as Bob mentioned.

The cameras do shutdown, they also have a shock sensor that reactivates the camera, this depends on the battery SoH and whether it's been baked in the sun.

I've seen the reports regarding hardwiring, not an issue for me, plugged in to the 12v accessory port and unplugged overnight. The cameras battery can still activate without a feed.

Bob · May 12th, 2024, 18:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spike56

Have nextbase stopped doing the suction cupped mount? Similar to kitchen appliances...

They make a suction mount for series 2 devices.

DAN AT ADRIAN FLUX · May 12th, 2024, 19:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spike56

Have nextbase stopped doing the suction cupped mount? Similar to kitchen appliances...

Also do the cameras not shutdown a short while after the engine is switched off?

On a different note. Have you seen the suggestions that you could waive your warranty if the camera is hardwired in, and yet hanging wires could be "blocking your view"! If you leave the camera on the screen while away from the car, the insurance company could refuse to pay for damages. You seriously cannot win with insurance companies!

Hi.
Just to let you know that a number of our insurance schemes offer premium discounts for the fitment of a HD dash cam.
Regards,
Dan.

Spike56 · May 13th, 2024, 01:51

I have the suction mount that came with the older 4 series. Then they produced the new stick on magnetic attachment model for the new models. Had to give that away when I replaced my car. Didn't want to risk the windscreen!

Still have the early one, still going strong!

PaulXC60RDesign · May 13th, 2024, 17:41

To stop the mount falling off, make sure the area of the screen you are fixing it to, is spotless clean, ideally with IPA.

May 9th, 2024, 19:28	#1
Bob Club Director Last Online: May 22nd, 2024 17:12 Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: From Neath, now London View Photos By: Bob	Nextbase dash cam mounting Nextbase dashcam series 2 windscreen mounts have a 3M sticky pad and work quite well but after a few days of warm sun the adhesive pad has started to soften and the weight of the cam started to pull it off the screen. I have fitted a new one so see how long that lasts. Anyone else experienced this? __________________ Robert Isaac VOC Director 1995 850 T5 auto estate. 280hp 289K miles and purrrs 2009 Jap import V70 2.5T 200hp 51K miles

May 11th, 2024, 17:29	#2
GMcL 0's and 1's Last Online: Today 11:57 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: -	Yes, I've got a Nextbase camera, same issue, especially after last summer in Italy with very hot days. Only solution is to remove the camera when parked up, kind of defeats the object of the exercise if you're worried your car might get knocked while parked. It really needs a small bracket into the headlining. __________________ 2011 Volvo S60 D3 R-design Premium - 2020 Focus ST estate automatic - 2020 KIA eSoul 150kW 64kwh EV Previous: 2005 Volvo S60 D5 Sport - 2017 Focus RS

May 11th, 2024, 23:46	#4
GMcL 0's and 1's Last Online: Today 11:57 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: -	No suction cup with the camera I have just the 3M sticky pad as Bob mentioned. The cameras do shutdown, they also have a shock sensor that reactivates the camera, this depends on the battery SoH and whether it's been baked in the sun. I've seen the reports regarding hardwiring, not an issue for me, plugged in to the 12v accessory port and unplugged overnight. The cameras battery can still activate without a feed. __________________ 2011 Volvo S60 D3 R-design Premium - 2020 Focus ST estate automatic - 2020 KIA eSoul 150kW 64kwh EV Previous: 2005 Volvo S60 D5 Sport - 2017 Focus RS

May 11th, 2024, 21:35	#3
Spike56 Master Member Last Online: Today 14:52 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Orpington	Have nextbase stopped doing the suction cupped mount? Similar to kitchen appliances... Also do the cameras not shutdown a short while after the engine is switched off? On a different note. Have you seen the suggestions that you could waive your warranty if the camera is hardwired in, and yet hanging wires could be "blocking your view"! If you leave the camera on the screen while away from the car, the insurance company could refuse to pay for damages. You seriously cannot win with insurance companies!

May 13th, 2024, 01:51	#7
Spike56 Master Member Last Online: Today 14:52 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Orpington	I have the suction mount that came with the older 4 series. Then they produced the new stick on magnetic attachment model for the new models. Had to give that away when I replaced my car. Didn't want to risk the windscreen! Still have the early one, still going strong!

May 13th, 2024, 17:41	#8
PaulXC60RDesign New Member Last Online: May 22nd, 2024 15:03 Join Date: May 2024 Location: Carnforth	To stop the mount falling off, make sure the area of the screen you are fixing it to, is spotless clean, ideally with IPA.

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