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Old 09-09-2009, 05:24 PM
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Default Where to get an "in-car" camera mount?

I'm signed up for my 1st ever HPDE and wanted to record the event. Anyone know where I can get an "in-car" camera mount?

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Old 09-09-2009, 05:36 PM
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I've been using these 2 things for my trackdays

The camera I use in car:
http://www.amazon.com/Sanyo-HD1010-D...2528487&sr=8-1

The camera mount I use:
http://www.filmtools.com/filmtools-gripper-115-xl.html
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That looks like a suction mount one. I don't think the organizations I have familiarity with allow anything like that unless it has a teather.
Then I'd imagine you have to have it on a short leash so it won't hit anyone in the cockpit if it comes loose.
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Originally Posted by sothpaw2
That looks like a suction mount one. I don't think the organizations I have familiarity with allow anything like that unless it has a teather.
Then I'd imagine you have to have it on a short leash so it won't hit anyone in the cockpit if it comes loose.
I have been using a great suction mount made by Chasecam.com. Lots of guys that I autocross with use them. I have also used it at California Speedway at an HPDE. The teather isn't a big deal....it is basically any type of string or cord.

I have had good luck with this set up. Sometimes I mount it up high on the inside of the windshield on the right hand side. That way it doesn't hide the view. Other times I have mounted it on the instrument panel looking through the HUD...That way you can see the Speed and G forces.
Old 09-09-2009, 07:20 PM
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i got this one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/I-O-P...=p4506.c0.m245

you want my used one for $85 shipped?
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I use the one by I/O port. It bolts to the cage (which you may or may not have), but also has other ways to mount it. It also comes with a tether so it meets virtually all sanctioning body's requirements. It's nice and stable too!
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I have a B-K br and camera mount, with tether. Works great, and holds, even in spins
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Originally Posted by GeorgeZNJ
I have a B-K br and camera mount, with tether. Works great, and holds, even in spins
What does it attach to and tether to? I always wanted a camera but I don't have a cage/roll bar.
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We mounted cameras using Hero suction mounts on these 2.5 Liter Mods when they blow over at over 120 MPH. Both stayed on the boat.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fE519_F6j4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGb_67icoqs

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Old 09-11-2009, 10:38 PM
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Check out this video. I have a small still camera in HD video mode. And it is duct taped to my passenger seat !!!

http://www.vimeo.com/6135772

*** Be sure to click the icon at the bottom right of the video .... it will give you full wide screen!! ****


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