Mine is this. The goose neck alone is very sturdy and hard to bend. But, I put a thick foam pad in the middle to stop tiny swings from the long neck.
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2017 CX-5 Phone Mount Options
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Mine is this. The goose neck alone is very sturdy and hard to bend. But, I put a thick foam pad in the middle to stop tiny swings from the long neck.
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Yes, I was thinking of that, too. But, I am too lazy =;P and it seems that current setup is not that bad. Only worry with the extension bar is to add any bouncing while moving. Short extension may not be issue so I may try it when I have time later.
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- 2019 CX-5 Reserve
Welcome to the forum, Stumbi!Hi, first post here
Modified an UltiMAG FLEXMAG, with a small stainless steel plate ;-)
No drilling no glueing, easy to snap off.
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If you want to, you can update your Profile to enter your location and/or the vehicle you own. It will display under your avatar (as mine does) so folks won't have to ask.
That being said, I like your solution. I keep going back & forth on ways to mount my phone or just letting it lay in that console pocket where the cigarette lighter is. I only use the phone for calls, and it's Bluetoothed to the system for that, so I never look at the phone's screen. It always seems to needlessly be in the way anywhere else.
I made a couple of mounts for my 7" tablet so I could display readouts from the OBD2 reader as I drive. I used these:
There's space all around the perimeter of the infotainment screen where these can wedge between it and the dashboard...front, side and back. So you can put whatever you want to hold down into the loop, then squeeze it closed/wedge it in, and it will be held in place without making any modifications. They pull right out without leaving a mark. There's just the right amount of space for the tabs to fit.
I put a screen saver on the infotainment screen so I can apply a small piece of Velcro to it (without harming the screen) and the mating piece to the back of one of these loops for holding down semi-heavy things that might tend to pull these out while driving, since they only shove down but so far (I measured the available depth, and believe it's about 1/4"-3/8" if I recall correctly.).
Since it seems you like these kind of projects, I thought I'd share this with you. I think you might make use of it!
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Please everyone, take a look at this device that simply and elegantly clips around the Emergency Flasher button. Fits beautifully and has a nice softtex finish. It comes with a gravity-clamp for a phone, but I just tossed that and am using a wireless charger/holder instead. The mount itself has a slot-in ball mount that will fit garmin mounts and many others.
I saw this device on another thread somewhere here (I thought it was this one, but apparently not) and bought it myself and am VERY happy with it. Believe me, I'm a big DIY'er, but this works so well and is cheap AND removable there's no reason to go the harder path.
Available at multiple places on AliExpress, such as: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000233550142.html. UPDATE: Ouch, price went up nearly $10 from when I got it a few weeks ago. So shop around.
OK, looked some more, here's a cheaper one: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000668395129.html
Comes with or without the slots for the vent on/off wheels, depending on your car.
I saw this device on another thread somewhere here (I thought it was this one, but apparently not) and bought it myself and am VERY happy with it. Believe me, I'm a big DIY'er, but this works so well and is cheap AND removable there's no reason to go the harder path.
Available at multiple places on AliExpress, such as: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000233550142.html. UPDATE: Ouch, price went up nearly $10 from when I got it a few weeks ago. So shop around.
OK, looked some more, here's a cheaper one: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000668395129.html
Comes with or without the slots for the vent on/off wheels, depending on your car.
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Welcome to the forum, Stumbi!
If you want to, you can update your Profile to enter your location and/or the vehicle you own. It will display under your avatar (as mine does) so folks won't have to ask.
That being said, I like your solution. I keep going back & forth on ways to mount my phone or just letting it lay in that console pocket where the cigarette lighter is. I only use the phone for calls, and it's Bluetoothed to the system for that, so I never look at the phone's screen. It always seems to needlessly be in the way anywhere else.
Welcome to the forum, Stumbi!
If you want to, you can update your Profile to enter your location and/or the vehicle you own. It will display under your avatar (as mine does) so folks won't have to ask.
That being said, I like your solution. I keep going back & forth on ways to mount my phone or just letting it lay in that console pocket where the cigarette lighter is. I only use the phone for calls, and it's Bluetoothed to the system for that, so I never look at the phone's screen. It always seems to needlessly be in the way anywhere else.
I made a couple of mounts for my 7" tablet so I could display readouts from the OBD2 reader as I drive. I used these:
There's space all around the perimeter of the infotainment screen where these can wedge between it and the dashboard...front, side and back. So you can put whatever you want to hold down into the loop, then squeeze it closed/wedge it in, and it will be held in place without making any modifications. They pull right out without leaving a mark. There's just the right amount of space for the tabs to fit.
I put a screen saver on the infotainment screen so I can apply a small piece of Velcro to it (without harming the screen) and the mating piece to the back of one of these loops for holding down semi-heavy things that might tend to pull these out while driving, since they only shove down but so far (I measured the available depth, and believe it's about 1/4"-3/8" if I recall correctly.).
Since it seems you like these kind of projects, I thought I'd share this with you. I think you might make use of it!
I made a couple of mounts for my 7" tablet so I could display readouts from the OBD2 reader as I drive. I used these:
There's space all around the perimeter of the infotainment screen where these can wedge between it and the dashboard...front, side and back. So you can put whatever you want to hold down into the loop, then squeeze it closed/wedge it in, and it will be held in place without making any modifications. They pull right out without leaving a mark. There's just the right amount of space for the tabs to fit.
I put a screen saver on the infotainment screen so I can apply a small piece of Velcro to it (without harming the screen) and the mating piece to the back of one of these loops for holding down semi-heavy things that might tend to pull these out while driving, since they only shove down but so far (I measured the available depth, and believe it's about 1/4"-3/8" if I recall correctly.).
Since it seems you like these kind of projects, I thought I'd share this with you. I think you might make use of it!
Thanks, I use my phone for music so it's nice to have it placed for useI. Just made it so it may need to be slightly modified. I will test it in the coming days. I've fixed my profiler as you suggested.
dwm
2019 CX-5 Signature Soul Red
This elegant, little, magnetic phone mount works for me. I bought the first one at Walmart one year ago for $4.88 but they no longer have them. So I found the identical item online (albeit with a logo) for $5.00 shipped from TechOrbits. Here is the super long URL link:
My wife and I can both have phones on the dash on long trips. The mounts have nice, tight swivel adjustments and clip securely into the vent. Air can still get by although with some restriction.
My wife and I can both have phones on the dash on long trips. The mounts have nice, tight swivel adjustments and clip securely into the vent. Air can still get by although with some restriction.
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I have something similar, but the phone either falls off or swivels down so I cannot see it.This elegant, little, magnetic phone mount works for me. I bought the first one at Walmart one year ago for $4.88 but they no longer have them. So I found the identical item online (albeit with a logo) for $5.00 shipped from TechOrbits. Here is the super long URL link:
My wife and I can both have phones on the dash on long trips. The mounts have nice, tight swivel adjustments and clip securely into the vent. Air can still get by although with some restriction.
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dwm
2019 CX-5 Signature Soul Red
Well these have really strong magnets and the swivel ball stays where you position it.
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- Central Virginia
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- 2019 CX-5 Reserve
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Kuda makes a base..... http://www2.kudausa.com/kuda_mount_and_holder_for_mazda_cx-5_since_2017-24-882.html#
Then you can attach whatever mount to it.
I have the Kuda base and an old Fix2Car mount in my CX-9; works great.....
Then you can attach whatever mount to it.
I have the Kuda base and an old Fix2Car mount in my CX-9; works great.....
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- 2018 CX-5 Sport
I got the mount that RedBaron got except it came with a magnet attachment. This is a video of it:
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- Mazda CX-5
I didn't like any of the mounts on the market. So, I decided to 3D print one. It's a simple over the vent style mount. I added holes to the print, so I can attached the AMPs bracket that on my previous proclip. I also, printed a dock for my phone while I was at it lol. The phone dock has the USB C cable built in. So, the phone can be charging.
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- 2019 CX-5 GTR
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- Mazda CX-5
I haven't yet, but will do.
Wow! This is the perfect mounting base. I don’t have a 3D printer, but would you be willing to sell me one of these brackets?
I’d like to use the following cradle with a bracket like yours:
Adjustable iPhone Holder for Lightning to USB Cable
This holder was designed to work with the original Apple Lightning Cable that came with the purchase of the iPhone. Insert the Lightning Cable into the bottom of the holder, you will hear a click once the cable is in place.The sides of the holder adjust for different size cases, covers, skins...
www.proclipusa.com
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Step 1 @michd43 needs to post the file so others can use it as requested and indicated would be uploaded in this post:
www.mazdas247.com
Step 2 print
Check your local library or local university .. plenty have a 3D printer for nominal cost.
example:
new.library.arizona.edu
I suggest this Google search: "<CITY> <STATE ABBREVIATION> 3D printer"
example: Phoenix AZ 3D Printer
Also you could search "<CITY> <STATE ABBREVIATION> maker"
a "maker" is a hobbiest that makes stuff and 3D printing is VERY popular as a medium for creation.
example:
www.glendaleca.gov
or one of the MANY online services who specialize in just this type of request.
www.sculpteo.com
www.shapeways.com
all3dp.com
www.allthat3d.com
for this size of part your cost should be minimal.
2017 CX-5 Phone Mount Options
Hey I sort of like this design actually. Any link to this type of mount? Mine is this. The goose neck alone is very sturdy and hard to bend. But, I put a thick foam pad in the middle to stop tiny swings from the long neck...
Step 2 print
Check your local library or local university .. plenty have a 3D printer for nominal cost.
example:
3D printing | University of Arizona Libraries
Bring your ideas to life with our 3D printers. Upload your model online and pick up the printed object at the library.
I suggest this Google search: "<CITY> <STATE ABBREVIATION> 3D printer"
example: Phoenix AZ 3D Printer
Also you could search "<CITY> <STATE ABBREVIATION> maker"
a "maker" is a hobbiest that makes stuff and 3D printing is VERY popular as a medium for creation.
example:
MakerSpace — Glendale Library, Arts & Culture
www.glendaleca.gov
or one of the MANY online services who specialize in just this type of request.
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for this size of part your cost should be minimal.
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I was going to update my mount by adding more holes on it to accept more mounting solutions. I think your cradle should work. The AMPs bracket w/the 17mm ball I used to attach my phone with was off a proclip on my last car. However, if you can measure the distance between the holes to double check, that be great. Oh, does your mount rotate 180 degrees?
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Step 2 print
Check your local library or local university .. plenty have a 3D printer for nominal cost.
or one of the MANY online services who specialize in just this type of request.
Online 3D Printing Service | Instant Quotes - Sculpteo
Sculpteo’s online 3D printing service for prototyping and production. Get an instant quote and your parts in a few days with professional 3D printing.Shapeways: 3D Printing Service
Shapeways is the #1 3D printing service company. Working with over a million customers since 2007 - Get 3D products and parts delivered to over 100 countries.Best 3D Printing Services in 2021 – Buyer’s Guide
What's the best 3D printing service for your project? Check out our guide to the best 3D printing services worldwide. Plus, how to choose the right 3D print service and how they calculate their prices.11 Best Cheap and Fast 3D Printing Services Online [DATE]
Do you need a 3D printing service? Then, you're just in the right page because we listed the best 3D printing services online.
for this size of part your cost should be minimal.
You also need to make sure that you need to print this part in ABS or in PETG filament. Regular PLA filament can't resistance the heat in are cars and will warp.
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