Does it have an option for using an adhesive mount, if the suction doesn't work directly on the dashboard?
389712
The suction pad is made of silicone. It should work well with the dashboard if you apply it properly. Clean the dashboard and then put the mount on the surface with power, pull down the lock button to exhaust extra air and stabilize the mount.
1504791
The adhesive and suction are very strong an sturdy. I have mine stuck to my dashboard and I do not remove it. However I'm sure, as with most adhesive backings, that if u keep removing it, it will probably wear down. I don't know about that company's policy on replacements.
1871546
I have'nt used the disk myself. The suction cup works well on my textured dash. The adhesive backing on the disk I suspect is harmless. AnyResidue can be removed with mineral spirits. I purchased the Arkon # mg279.
1123076
I don't recommend this item. It doesn't really stick to the dashboard, it did the first few days and after that useless... I actually just tried it again this weekend and "failed" hope this helps.
1825511
The sticky mount attaches to the foot pad making it impossible to use it on the windshield. BUT if you attach the sticky mount to a flat disk and attach that to the dashboard you can mount the car phone holder to either the dashboard or the windshield.
2163161
Probably. I paid to have it installed and did not know that a suction device came with it. I probably would have had them do that. Mine was mounted on my dash but the dash is curved so only the two top screws were used and the bottom two are not secured thus making the screen kinda' wobbly. And in that it was installed on my ashtray, it hangs down too low and is hard for me to see easily. Heck!!!! I'd try the suction device first and if that does not work for you, then you can always put it on the dash. Good luck!!
1980729
no, it sticks to the dashboard with adhesive. Use a 'portable' mount to change from car to car.
583619
Some material on dashboards is too texured to use just the suction cup attachment alone. I use the included metal circle to insure greater adhesion of the holder under all conditions. It has never bumped off using the disc. It will definitely stick without the disc---BUT not IN-definitely. If you find you need to use the disc, it sticks on there as long as the adhesive works. I haven't had any problems using the disc. You can try to find SOME smooth surface/place on your dash but it might not be as convenient to use. I don't know if any "sunfading" might occur over the long term.
952304
I am sorry, I never had any issue with mine.. Did you make use of the black disc they had provided to stick to the dashboard, because that is very strong and provides greater suction.
1130946
Is your dashboard clean of dust and such?? If not then clean it then retry the mount
77828
My dash is textured and it sticks with no problem. The suction cup is a gel-like material.
1552301
Heard a customer mentioning she needed an adhesive disc to mount it on the dashboard. Is this true?
335745
The section of my dashboard that I have it on is smooth but the grip with the jelly thing on the bottom is so strong that I think it would. When I went to reposition the mount, it was hard getting it to unstick.
1914884
It works well when the surface of contact between the dash board and the bound is large. Usually, this means that the area of the dash board where you place the mount should be as flat as possible or even concave (i.e., downwards). If it is convex upwards the friction may be not enough. Also, make sure you dust the dash board surface regularly, otherwise dust sticks to the bottom of the mount and the friction subsides. Then, if you make a sharp turn or accelerate fast, the thing may move or even fall to the floor.
307592
Keep in mind that you probably won't need a disk to mount this item properly to your dash. The suction cup has a tacky, reusable adhesive that allows it to stick to the majority of dash surfaces. I have it mounted to the FRONT of my dash so that the arm is parallel to the floor and it stays in place without any problems. Buy a mounting disk if you want but I think you'll find that you can do without it.
1908156
Yes. If your Dashboard is flat enough to hold the suction. You might get a lot of shaky video by mounting it on the dash though.
976395
Yes. The mount comes w/ a plastic disc that has a peel and stick adhesive underneath. Stick that disc on the dashboard then suction cup the mount to the disc and you're in business. Hoping this helps...