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Another rear dash cam mount, 3d printed, link and pics included
When I decided to look to see if anyone had more info on what they were using to mount their rear dash cam, I found them difficult to make by hand (metal, cutting, etc), or there wasn't any follow up links, stl files, or such.
So I decided to make my own.
This one doesn't require the use of a riveting tool, bolts, or such; it reuses the fastener. I've made it for my Viofo, but it can be adapted (assuming you know CAD) to use other ones.
I do have a Solidworks part file if anyone wants to take that and remix it for their dashcam, but if you know Solidworks or CAD, then you're probably more than capable of converting the STL to whichever CAD software you're using.
Link to STL and thingiverse: 4Runner (5th gen) rear dashcam mount - for Viofo by pappadakko - Thingiverse
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09-12-2021, 02:10 AM
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You've done two things here that I like:
1. You took matters into your own hands and created a solution.
2. You're sharing your work with others.
Good on you.
BTW- I concur with your recommendation to use a PETG filament. Definitely more dimensionally and UV stable than most other readily available filaments.
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09-12-2021, 10:13 AM
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This couldn't be any more timely. I have the same setup in my rig and just had the rear dash cam fall the other day because the adhesive failed (95+ degree day in Texas).
Thank you for sharing.
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09-12-2021, 12:23 PM
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Originally Posted by papadakko
When I decided to look to see if anyone had more info on what they were using to mount their rear dash cam, I found them difficult to make by hand (metal, cutting, etc), or there wasn't any follow up links, stl files, or such.
So I decided to make my own.
This one doesn't require the use of a riveting tool, bolts, or such; it reuses the fastener. I've made it for my Viofo, but it can be adapted (assuming you know CAD) to use other ones.
I do have a Solidworks part file if anyone wants to take that and remix it for their dashcam, but if you know Solidworks or CAD, then you're probably more than capable of converting the STL to whichever CAD software you're using.
Link to STL and thingiverse: 4Runner (5th gen) rear dashcam mount - for Viofo by pappadakko - Thingiverse
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Awesome professional job thanks for sharing.Cheers.
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09-12-2021, 12:31 PM
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Was it difficult routing the wires through the headliner?
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09-12-2021, 08:13 PM
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Was it difficult routing the wires through the headliner?
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It wasn't so bad. The power/data wire was thick though, so be prepared to use whatever tool they have given you to push the wire into the edge where the liner meets/tucks into the paneling. Just go slow and keep shoving it in.
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Awesome professional job thanks for sharing.Cheers.
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Thank you!
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Originally Posted by Crank_Mancastle
This couldn't be any more timely. I have the same setup in my rig and just had the rear dash cam fall the other day because the adhesive failed (95+ degree day in Texas).
Thank you for sharing.
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I can't guarantee this will work for you unfortunately =(. This, and presumably anything that uses adhesive may fail in super hot temperature. The best thing you can do is to make as much surface contact with adhesive. The only other thing you can do is somehow drill into the camera's casing, but I don't know how much clearance you have.
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You've done two things here that I like:
1. You took matters into your own hands and created a solution.
2. You're sharing your work with others.
Good on you.
BTW- I concur with your recommendation to use a PETG filament. Definitely more dimensionally and UV stable than most other readily available filaments.
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Thank you, that's very kind of you to say!
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02-26-2022, 09:47 AM
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I'd like to purchase one of these, if you're inclined.
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03-31-2022, 01:35 AM
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Thanks! Great idea.
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04-04-2022, 09:42 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by papadakko
When I decided to look to see if anyone had more info on what they were using to mount their rear dash cam, I found them difficult to make by hand (metal, cutting, etc), or there wasn't any follow up links, stl files, or such.
So I decided to make my own.
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I have the same camera and the same problem. I just got a sheet of Lexan from Home Depot and was trying to imagine whittling it into a mount, but your solution is so much more elegant. Great job!
Maybe it's time to buy a 3D printer?
Or would you consider selling them?
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04-05-2022, 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by LeeTN
I have the same camera and the same problem. I just got a sheet of Lexan from Home Depot and was trying to imagine whittling it into a mount, but your solution is so much more elegant. Great job!
Maybe it's time to buy a 3D printer?
Or would you consider selling them?
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My local library 3D printed it for free. May be worth looking at.
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11-27-2022, 09:18 PM
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Thanks for the STL file. I used the mount today to install the Viofo A219 front/rear dash cams. Looking back at your picture now I see you were able to run your cable through the hole in the headliner. Did you have to widen it at all? I just ran mine from the edge of the headliner, but I like yours better.
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11-27-2022, 09:19 PM
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Thanks for the STL file. I used the mount today to install the Viofo A219 front/rear dash cams. Looking back at your picture now I see you were able to run your cable through the hole in the headliner. Did you have to widen it at all? I just ran mine from the edge of the headliner, but I like yours better.
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11-28-2022, 09:29 PM
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Hey All, totally sorry I missed all of the responses over the past year. I had no idea until someone directly quoted/commented with @.
@ nathan_shiba
@ TexasTJ
@ LeeTN
I can sell these, but I'd rather make another iteration before doing so:
1. The wire that came with the viofo (or whatever you are using) is thick, and is pushing the camera off the mount even with the tape that came with viofo. It came off after... 6 months? In anycase, the design will likely have to create more space for the sticker/mount for more surface area or somehow reduce the strain on the wire.
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@ TexasTJ
you mean widen the hole where the fastener is and the wire came out from? I did not have to make any modifications to the hole. I just wired through it. The groove in the mount/stl was meant to accommodate the wire coming through the hole. I think your way is just as valid, and likely better: with my wiring through the hole, the fastener doesn't push all the way in since the wire is kind of in the way. So unless you get a longer fastener, the fastener won't engage all of the teeth.
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11-29-2022, 05:36 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by papadakko
Hey All, totally sorry I missed all of the responses over the past year. I had no idea until someone directly quoted/commented with @.
@ nathan_shiba
@ TexasTJ
@ LeeTN
I can sell these, but I'd rather make another iteration before doing so:
1. The wire that came with the viofo (or whatever you are using) is thick, and is pushing the camera off the mount even with the tape that came with viofo. It came off after... 6 months? In anycase, the design will likely have to create more space for the sticker/mount for more surface area or somehow reduce the strain on the wire.
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@ papadakko
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Viofo sells an optional cable for the rear camera--with a right-angle connector--that may exert less pressure on the camera. I ran my cable over the edge of the headliner, like TexasTJ, but I too like your solution better. Please keep us posted.
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