Restore car suction cups on glass. Hold me tight: review of car mounts for smartphones. Questionable ways to attach the holder

DVRs are increasingly used in cars: the device allows you to record an accident, and then present the resulting material as evidence. Usually the device is placed on the windshield or dashboard; a suction cup mount is included. But the fastening element does not always ensure reliable installation of the device that records events; it’s a shame if the gadget flies off while moving, sometimes it breaks and fails. In this article we will look at what solutions there are to this problem, the reasons why the holder is so unreliable and weak.

DVR mount

The suction cup type bracket allows you to place the DVR in a place convenient for the driver. The device should not obscure the view, but at the same time be positioned so that the person sitting behind the wheel can turn the video recording device on and off at any time and see what is displayed on the screen. The holders have different designs, as well as different areas of the fastening element itself for installation; fasteners can be purchased separately from the recording device itself.

Suction cups can be rubber and silicone, with a lever or the simplest, with a side rotating mechanism, with two rubber/silicone fasteners, there are other types. The brackets included in the kit are designed taking into account the weight of the recorder, but do not always fulfill their purpose.

Why doesn't the suction cup hold?

Often the manufacturer is blamed for the weak fixation of the DVR on the glass; indeed, it is difficult to expect super performance from a cheap gadget, High Quality manufacturing. But is it worth shifting the blame to the manufacturer? There are quite a lot of reasons why the fastener falls off:

• the suction cup was not installed according to the instructions;
• the glass is dirty (oily), dust and greasy stains make it difficult to ensure tight contact;
• due to heating (for example, being in direct sunlight), the mounting area has become deformed, and a vacuum is not created;
• the holder was attached in cold weather;
• the surface for attaching the suction element is uneven;
• The bracket is not original and is not designed to support the weight of this device.

To understand the issue, you first need to understand how vacuum fasteners work and their principle of holding them on a plane.

How is the DVR bracket held in place?

A “suction cup” type fastening element is held on the plane due to a pressure difference; when a silicone or rubber circle is flattened on the surface, a reduced pressure is formed inside it. But the bracket is fixed only when the material is absolutely sealed and no outside air gets inside the circle. If there is even a microscopic hole in the rubber band, there will be no suction effect, such a holder can be safely thrown away. The suction cup can only be secured if it is completely sealed, and you cannot press it and immediately release it, in which case it is guaranteed to fall off.

Under what conditions is it difficult to install the holder?

The most common reason for weak fastening of the DVR bracket is low temperature, usually the suction cup falls off in the cold. This happens because rubber or silicone hardens at low temperatures and loses its elasticity. Also, the rubber band does not hold up in the heat; if you left the car for a while in the sun, you should not be surprised that upon your return you will find a fallen recorder.

It will be difficult to install the holder on glass covered with dust; the rubber circle itself should not be dirty either. The suction cup holds very poorly on uneven glass, for example, if it is silk-screened. Here it is no longer possible to level the surface; you need to figure out how to ensure tight contact. Another thing to consider is that there are a lot of Chinese products on the Russian market, and the fastener may initially be defective.

But if you can’t immediately secure the bracket well in the car, there is no need to despair; there are many different tricks and folk methods that you can use to securely install a portable device on the windshield.

Rules for attaching the recorder holder

Before using cunning methods and non-standard techniques, you first need to try to install the suction cup according to all the rules. We install the DVR by performing the following steps:

• With a clean napkin or rag moistened with alcohol or degreaser, we wipe the surface on which the device will be mounted, and we also degrease (clean) the base of the recorder bracket;
• we wait for some time, we need the treated surfaces to dry;
• press the holder tightly against the glass, if it has a lever, press and lower it, hold it for a minute or two, it is necessary for the suction cup to “grab” and secure in place;
• After installing the bracket, we check the reliability of the installation - we try to unfasten the holder by hand, but there is no need to pull very hard.

You need to check by looking from the back of the glass how the rubber circle is installed: if there are even microscopic air bubbles, then there is an almost one hundred percent guarantee that the suction cup will not hold on for a long time. If the bracket does not want to take the place allotted to it, we try various methods to help the suction cup fit tightly.

Methods to help securely attach the bracket

There are methods that help to secure the suction cup more securely, here are some of them (as car enthusiasts advise):

• warm up the fastening element by bringing it near the heater fan, while the car interior must be warmed up;
• use double-sided tape;
• coat the contact surface of the bracket with silicone;
• cut a rubber gasket along the diameter of the circle and place it between the glass and the holder;
• To seal, add a little glycerin to the contact surface; you can also use laundry soap and garlic juice.

Not all of the listed methods work 100%, and there are side effects. The adhesive tape holds up well, but in the sun it heats up and loses its properties. An additional rubber gasket helps in many cases, but you just need to take into account that the DVR becomes a little heavier, the load on the bracket increases (it can break), and adding rubber is pointless on suction cups without a lever. Garlic juice always helps, but not everyone likes the smell it gives off. The solution gives a good effect laundry soap, you just need to take into account one point - until the soap has dried, you can move the suction cup on the glass, then everything grabs tightly. Silicone should be spread in a not too thin layer, evenly, its disadvantage is that it sets well only after a day; if you drive the car right away, the fasteners may fall off. Another drawback is that the holder lubricated with silicone moves across the surface.

Questionable ways to attach the holder

There is a lot of advice that motorists give, but how useful they all are is a big question. Drivers also advise:

• lubricate the contact surface with engine oil;
• use brake fluid as a fixing agent;
• moisten the contact with saliva;
• attach the bracket with superglue;
• attach the suction cup to the sealant;
• To improve contact, use Pepsi-Cola.

Motor oil is a good way to create reliable contact, but we must not forget that the quality of the rubber seal of the suction cup, especially Chinese manufacturers, it can be different, rubber can swell and “float”. Brake fluid and saliva are water-based; when the moisture dries, the reliability of the contact deteriorates. Automotive colored sealant does not look aesthetically pleasing; it is possible that traces will remain after its application, but transparent silicone sealant will come in handy. Some people attach the suction cup with superglue, but this seems like a perversion - it is not a fact that the mount will not fall off, but scraping off the remaining glue from the glass will not be easy.

Recorder bracket repair

There are often cases when the suction cup itself becomes unusable: the plastic pin holding the “hat” breaks. This happens if you remove the DVR and pull it by the body without being careful.

One way to fix it is to smear the pin with superglue, but the connection will not hold for long, sooner or later the “cap” will fall off. The easiest option is to buy a new mount, but you can still try to restore the suction cup; repairs will cost much less than the purchase. Let's look at how you can repair a suction cup with a lever:

Thus, you can restore almost any bracket for a DVR; the procedure takes little time, and there is no need to buy a new holder.

Many people ask how to install a DVR in a car. The recorder is an additional device that records the situation while the car is moving and staying in the parking lot. It has repeatedly helped drivers understand ambiguous situations. The device is mounted on the windshield and produces video recording.

Where and how to install DVRs

DVRs ensure the legal safety of drivers, as they can become an indispensable assistant in controversial situations with employees of the relevant authorities. An important point in obtaining high-quality photography is correct installation recorder in the car.

Let's look at how to properly install a DVR. Usually, attaching a recorder begins with finding a location. It is best to attach it at the top of the car, as close to the ceiling as possible, since in this position it can be tilted down to protect it from sunlight. The lower the DVR mount, the more likely it is that the sun will hit the lens.

The device is often attached to the windshield, but it can also be placed on the dashboard of a car. In both cases, they are guided by the fact that the camera should not interfere or distract the driver while driving. If the DVR is small, it can be attached to the glass behind the rear view mirror. As practice has shown, this is the most optimal place for the camera, which does not cause discomfort to the driver. The only disadvantage of such a DVR mount is the inability to rotate the camera, for example, at the time of a conflict with traffic inspectors.

If the device is massive, installation location options are reduced to a minimum. In such a situation, the DVR is mounted not on the glass, but on the dashboard. Only such an installation deprives the camera of proper visibility.

Based on the experience of motorists, before attaching a car recorder, you should pay attention to the type of device. It can be on adhesive tape or on a suction cup. Both methods have advantages and disadvantages. The suction cup is very easy to use. It can be easily removed and replaced. But this type of fastening is short-lived. Over time, it begins to hold on less well, which causes the device to fall and break. The strength of this type of fastening is also affected by temperature differences. For example, in winter the suction cup works worse.

As for DVRs with double-sided adhesive tape, they are much stronger than the previous version, but if you want to remove the device, you won’t be able to reattach it.

Let's look at how to attach the suction cup. In order for the suction cup to hold tighter, before attaching it, you need to treat the glass to remove excess fat. For this purpose, you can use glass cleaner or regular alcohol. If the glass is frozen, you should warm it up. You also need to warm up the suction cup itself, since the cold turns it to stone. For this purpose, you can simply warm up the car by turning on the heater.

At the top of the windshield there is often a dark, pimply strip that protects from the sun. The suction cup will not stick to it, since the air present in the pimples will interfere with fastening, so the recorder is placed below the dark tape. If placement on it is unavoidable, then you will need to use tape.

The next important nuance when installing DVRs is the coverage area of ​​the devices. When choosing a seat, consider the location of the airbags. When the airbags deploy, the camera should not be damaged.

How to install a DVR yourself

Let's look at how to install a DVR yourself. Since some devices receive power from the cigarette lighter, they therefore have a power cord. After installation, there should be no wires hanging in the middle of the windshield. Therefore, install the recorder in the car so as not to obstruct the driver’s view or distract him from the road.

Another way to secure the cord is with plastic fasteners. They, unlike the first method, are not so hidden, but they also work well. The fasteners are installed directly on the glass or on a panel just under the ceiling and the wire is pulled through them.

Let's consider options for connecting a DVR. Owners run the wire through the glove compartment (which is more preferable), and some - from the driver's steering wheel. It is important to route the cord so that it does not get tangled with moving parts of the car and does not interfere with the driver while driving.

Almost all cars have a small protrusion (niche) at the top of the windshield and ceiling that can be easily moved away. The cable from the DVR is routed through it in one direction or another. To route the cable unnoticed from the side, you can lightly remove the side stand and carefully lay the wire under the panel.

If the wire goes into the glove compartment, then you need to install a tee in it to connect the wires. If the wire is pulled from the steering wheel, you will need to move the side panel of the fuse box and connect the wire. To do this, you will need a cigarette lighter with a wire, which can be purchased at any auto store, and a fuse with a soldered wire.

The fuse is connected to the positive wire. There is a diagram on the fuse box cover where you can see the symbol for the positive ACC fuse (10 A). You need to remove the standard fuse and connect the positive wire to it. After this, you can connect the cigarette lighter to it. If you connect directly, the DVR may burn out, since these devices operate on 5 V. The negative wire is attached to the bolt of the fuse box.

How to install a car recorder with a rear view camera

Let's look at how to attach a DVR with a rear view camera. If you purchased a fixing device that looks not only forward, but also, using a rear camera mounted on a small bracket, films what is happening behind, then it needs to be connected to the “head unit” using a long wire.

Install an additional camera:

• on the trunk lid (license plate frame);
• on the bumper;
• on the rear view glass.

There is universal equipment that serves as both a mirror and a DVR at the same time. If it is accompanied by rear camera, then to install it, a special hole is made in the rear of the car into which the device is mounted. Such a camera is first connected to the rear headlights for recharge, and then the cable is pulled to the DVR to receive a video signal. The cable length is approximately 5 m. All wiring is routed discreetly under the interior firmware to avoid unnecessary elements. The rear view camera is activated when the rear input is turned on.

Installing a mirror with a camera is done according to the same principle as a regular DVR. You can do this using the installation described above. Only the device is attached directly to the standard mirror. IN different brands Cars have different mirrors installed, so the mounting may differ. Usually these are clips or textile Velcro, with which the mirror is attached.

Today they have become an integral part of the car, so car owners know all types of DVRs, but few have thought about how to mount the device in the car.

Often they use the fasteners that come with the device, without thinking about its durability and reliability. Unfortunately, in order to save money, the manufacturer does not always provide fasteners of the required quality, without caring about its ergonomics and ease of use. In addition to the main function of the fastener, it should allow the device to be conveniently and correctly positioned so that it does not obstruct the driver’s visual view of the road. It must also have a favorable location in order to film everything that happens right on the road. No less important and pleasant requirements include the fact of design, a harmonious combination of the DVR with the style of the car interior. The fastener must be light, durable and small-sized at the same time. Equally important is the possibility of quick, simple, but reliable installation and dismantling.

In this article we will try to figure out which DVR mounts currently exist and which one to choose.

1. Suction cup

This type of mount, like a suction cup (either on the DVR itself or on a bracket) usually comes with the device itself. The suction cup is attached to the windshield of the car and this must be done so that the device does not interfere with the driver, and he has a maximum viewing angle.

Learning how to properly attach a suction cup to a car window

There is nothing particularly complicated here:

1. Wipe the glass with a soft cloth or cotton wool soaked in vodka or alcohol (degrease the surface).
2. We are waiting for the glass to dry.
3. We bring the suction cup, press it tightly and wait for it to grab.

After this, you need to make sure that you managed to firmly attach the suction cup and the DVR, so that during the trip you don’t have to worry about whether the expensive one is installed on the glass correctly and efficiently.

Pros of the suction cup

1. Elementary design.
2. Easy installation.
3. Compact size, which does not block the driver’s view of the road.
4. The ability to easily detach the suction cup and reinstall the DVR to another location or take it with you without spending a lot of time on it.
5. It comes complete with a DVR, meaning it does not require any extra material costs.

Cons of the suction cup

1. When driving quickly and carelessly over gravel or bumps, the suction cup becomes unstuck and falls off, which can lead to damage to the device.
2. The suction cup falls off when the temperature changes and when the car is left in the cold for a long time.
3. It is impossible to carry out hidden installation, and hanging wires can spoil the aesthetics.

If you decide to mount the DVR with a suction cup, then you will have to frequently remove and attach the device and constantly monitor the strength of its attachment to the glass.

A more advanced version of the suction cup mount is a DVR with a special suction cup, which is attached immediately behind the rear view mirror inside the car. This type of suction cup is used if the device is small in size and has a special mount for installation of this type.

pros

1. Does not interfere with the driver's view of the road.
2. Does not require specialist intervention (implies self-installation).
3. Does not attract the attention of intruders and traffic police officers.
4. The suction cup can be easily moved to another car.
5. Attachment strength.
6. Easy to use.

Minuses

1. Not suitable for all DVRs.
2. More resistant to temperature changes than a suction cup on glass, but you still have to control the degree of attachment.

Anyone can install the suction cup for the rear view glass correctly, so it is considered the best option for fastening from all positions. It provides a high-quality shooting angle and is relatively inexpensive, given its ergonomics and aesthetic appearance.

3. Sticker

The “sticker” type of mount is a double-sided tape that is attached to an inconspicuous area on the windshield (for example, behind the rear view mirror) that does not interfere with your view.

Pros of stickers

1. High degree of fixation.
2. Durability.
3. Requires minimal material costs.
4. Compactness.
5. Possibility of mounting the recorder anywhere on the windshield.

Cons of stickers

1. You cannot remove the DVR and take it with you if necessary.
2. Cannot be moved to another location on the windshield (cannot be dismantled).
3. Only high-quality expensive tape will do.
4. The device must be miniature and have minimal weight.
5. It is difficult to secure the device correctly and efficiently the first time.
6. There is a high chance that your gadget or it may be damaged when exposed to direct sunlight.

This type of mount is suitable for those car owners who always keep their car in sight or in the garage, as well as for those who do not need to move the DVR around the cabin or take it with them.

4. Fasteners on the car dashboard

Some models of DVRs have a dashboard mounting option, that is, it is attached directly to the dashboard of the car. Most often, the recorder is attached to the dashboard using double-sided tape. This is the previous mounting option, since the adhesive tape lasts longer on plastic than on glass, although viewing angles are significantly reduced.

Advantages of mounting on the dashboard

1. Convenient mounting on the dashboard.
2. Many models of DVRs have a torpedo included in the kit.
3. Possibility to install the device yourself.
4. Reliability and durability of fastening.
5. The ability to take the DVR with you without disturbing the mount.

Disadvantages of mounting on the dashboard

1. Bad review.
2. It is located in a visible place and can attract the attention of intruders.
3. Spoils dashboard car, wires may be visible.

Mounting on a dashboard - a simple and cheap type of device mounting is suitable for those drivers who are ready to neglect beauty and viewing angles for the sake of convenience and simplicity.

The camera is also compatible with radar detector.

Fastening safety.

Continuity of power supply from the vehicle's electrical system.

High-quality view of the road.

Durability and reliability.

Disadvantages of a DVR built into the mirror

1. Impossibility of self-installation (only service center employees can do this efficiently and correctly).
2. Significant financial expenses for a device of this type and its installation.
3. Lack of mobility (if you change your car, you will need to reinstall the DVR).

This method of mounting the DVR is the highest quality, discreet and aesthetically comfortable, since the wires are disguised and it seems that there is no foreign device in the car interior. But it is worth noting the high cost of the DVR and the process of installing it in the mirror. This type of fastening is suitable for those car owners who are willing to pay a lot of money for the quality of filming and fastening.

When choosing a mount, do not forget to pay attention to the features of your device: dimensions, shooting quality, viewing angles, quality of material, mobility, because it is based on these parameters and your needs that you can understand which type of recorder mount suits you best. And remember, it’s the little things that matter, so it’s better to attach a high-quality recorder now than to buy another one later.

Lying on the floor, seat or dashboard? Have there ever been situations when the suction cup for the DVR fell off right on the road, on the next bump? If yes, then we will tell you how to avoid such surprises.

Why doesn't the suction cup hold?

The most common reason is cold. in winter Windshield freezes, the rubber suction cup loses its elasticity and falls off. In such cases, drivers usually warm up the car, place the suction cup under the airflow and attach it back. This method, despite its prevalence, rarely leads to long-term results.

But sometimes the suction cup doesn't hold up well in the heat. If in the summer the car is often left in direct sunlight, this leads to numerous sad consequences, one of which is deformation of the holder mounts.

And sometimes the suction cup holder cannot be installed from the very beginning; it simply does not stick to the glass. There are two main reasons: either the glass is dirty or there is a layer of dust on the suction cup, or you got a defective holder.

What should I do to make the suction cups stick?

Act according to the situation.

There are several working methods, tested by many drivers, to restore the elasticity of a frozen suction cup.

1. Warm up the car. Wipe the windshield with alcohol and wipe dry. Warm the suction cup, clean it of dirt and apply it to the glass. To be on the safe side (and if you have the means at hand), before putting the holder back in place, treat the suction cup with clear plumber's sealant or silicone grease.
2. Budget popular option. Boil the mount in a soda solution for about 20 minutes. To make a solution of suitable consistency, take a teaspoon of baking soda per glass of water.
3. A completely budget and desperate option for the most extreme case. The suction cup can be attached to glass or a dashboard using double-sided tape. This option is suitable only if you have nothing at hand except adhesive tape, and you need to secure the holder.

Most often, the suction cup can be easily returned to its place by simply warming it up and degreasing the area on the glass. But if the mount is deformed or continues to fall off despite all your efforts, don’t worry and just buy a new suction cup holder. An excellent choice would be

Very often, various accessories with suction cups are used for the bathroom, so the question of how to stick them to the tiles is extremely relevant. These items are convenient, but installing them can be a challenge. There are several reliable methods that will allow you to fix the product on the tile surface without a single trace.

As a rule, suction cups do not stick well to tiles, so to securely attach them you have to resort to various tricks

Suction cup accessories and their advantages

Most often, suction cups are used in the bathroom. But there are many similar accessories for other rooms. Such products have a number of advantages:

• They can be fixed to the surface in just a few seconds, without the use of auxiliary tools.
• They do not leave a mark on the tile surface.
• If necessary, the suction cup can be removed or moved to another location.
• The cost of these accessories is low.

Thanks to these properties, as well as many other positive factors, suction cup accessories are incredibly popular. Today the following products are produced with this mount:

• soap dishes;
• hooks;
• shelves;
• cup holders;
• shower holders;
• decorative items;
• holders for toilet paper, towels, cosmetics, etc.

We'll look at how to attach a soap dish and other products with suction cups to tiles below.

Surface quality and suction cup

First of all, you need to make sure that the product you buy with a suction cup will not be unsuitable for fastening. High-quality material must have an absolutely smooth inner surface. It is this factor that determines the choice. Be sure to run your fingers over it. If you feel a depression or bump, it is better to refuse such a product.

Please also note that the shape of the suction cup must be correct.

Another important aspect is the assessment of the tile surface. It must be perfectly flat, since it will not be possible to glue the suction cup onto a textured tile. Smooth gloss is best suited for this purpose. Pores on the matte surface can weaken the bond. And raised protrusions, various surface defects, particles of glue or putty are not at all capable of holding the suction cup.

In order for the suction cup to adhere well to the tile, you need to make sure that the product is of high quality, and that the tile is even, and preferably glossy

It will not be possible to securely attach the suction cup to a chip or crack. Unfortunately, it will not be possible to disguise these flaws in this way. The only way out is to fix the object hanging down a few centimeters above this flaw.

Mounting methods

Let's move on directly to the issue of installation. There are several ways to stick objects with suction cups to tiles. Of course, they will hold up well and perform their functions only if the above conditions are met. The most popular fastening approaches are:

• using alcohol for degreasing;
• the use of petroleum jelly or other similar products;
• PVC film backing on a self-adhesive basis;
• strengthening the suction cup with silicone sealant.

Methods for strengthening the attachment of suction cups to the surface

The first method is suitable for objects that are small in size and weight. For example, this can be used to secure a plastic soap dish. The essence of the method is to completely clean and degrease the surface of the tile. In other words, you need to thoroughly clean it of any contaminants: dust, dirt, limescale, rust, grease, soap, etc. Then treat the suction cup itself. Alcohol is best for degreasing. After such manipulations, just press the suction cup tightly against the tile, and it will remain in the place you want. If you need to move the product, wet the tile next to the suction cup. It will glide easily on such a surface, but you won’t have to peel it off.

The second option is to use Vaseline. Using this product you can improve the quality of surface adhesion. This method is even suitable for securing objects in aquariums with live fish, since Vaseline is a safe product.

For heavier items, the third method is suitable. To bring it to life you will need a small piece of PVC film. Some accessories include such self-adhesive. Otherwise, you can make it yourself by cutting out a circle of the desired diameter. First, the self-adhesive is attached to the tile. Then you need to hit the suction cup exactly along the contours of the film.

If the object on the suction cups will be subject to significant loads, you need to look for more effective method. The best option is the use of silicone sealant. It provides a strong connection between the two surfaces, is absolutely invisible against the background of the tiles, and moreover, if necessary, it can be cleaned off without damaging the finish. To glue the suction cup with sealant, you need to coat it on the back side and press it against the wall. Leave the item to dry for a day.

Excess protruding silicone can be easily removed with a rag or blade. This mount will hold a heavy robe, shower head and even a shelf.

Thanks to the methods described, you will not have problems installing accessories on suction cups. The main thing is to choose a quality product and properly prepare the surface.