Finally got my OFT mounted - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

The Racers Line · 05-17-2014, 10:49 PM

Ive been contemplating ways to mount my Tablet FOREVER, and finally had a weird dream about how to mount it last night

I use a Rockform case for my iPhone 5s. It has a badass mounting system on the back and even a magnet. It is an impressive case. I few months ago, I accidentally dropped it in a large spill pan full of 5w-30. I pulled it out quick enough and the phone was fine, but the felt backing on the inside of the case turned into mush.

So I bought another case and have had this other one lying around. This pictures show the rest. I cut the case with an air cutting wheel(not the best choice as it melts the plastic) and then use some 3M Double sided tape to adhere it to the back of the OFT. I then ran the cable under the steering column and into the ob2 port.

It doesn't interfere with the turn signal and I use the same mounting spot with my phone turned sideways for gps and its perfectly visible in the drivers seat.

Heres a link for the case: http://www.rokform.com/iphone5-cases/

I realize $40 is a little steep for a mounting solution, but if you sign up for their email list, I regularly get 20% off coupons and occasionally 40%

Trac Toy · 05-17-2014, 10:54 PM

Now that, actually looks like a nice install! How easily does that clip in and out? Just a slight twist?

Shiv@Openflash · 05-17-2014, 11:00 PM

That's really nice! I gotta try that myself. How sturdy is it? Does it vibrate/shake when you drive?

The Racers Line · 05-17-2014, 11:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trac Toy

Now that, actually looks like a nice install! How easily does that clip in and out? Just a slight twist?

Just a simple twist, but it is very sturdy.

The Racers Line · 05-17-2014, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shiv@vishnu

That's really nice! I gotta try that myself. How sturdy is it? Does it vibrate/shake when you drive?

Hopefully you can try mine out soon , I work for EQ tuning

No vibration or anything though, it looks solidly mounted but can be easily removed.

zc06_kisstherain · 05-18-2014, 12:02 AM

looks good.

PMok · 05-18-2014, 09:54 PM

great job, looks good!

Tromatic · 05-18-2014, 10:14 PM

The cut-and-paste method looks like it will for for a GTab as well!

The Racers Line · 05-18-2014, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tromatic

The cut-and-paste method looks like it will for for a GTab as well!

Yeah you could technically adapt the mount for use with a bunch of different things.

Anorexic 86 · 05-20-2014, 06:12 AM

Clever,

lol... that poor weathertech badge.

TIE Pilot · 05-20-2014, 11:15 AM

Great idea and good location. Any particular reason why u cut a case? instead using the universal mount $24.

The Racers Line · 05-20-2014, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TIE Pilot

Great idea and good location. Any particular reason why u cut a case? instead using the universal mount $24.

Wow didn't realize they sold that! Even better. I cut up an old case that was oily from an accident

Norkoastal · 05-20-2014, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WiebTech Performance

Wow didn't realize they sold that! Even better. I cut up an old case that was oily from an accident

@WiebTech Performance Pls Check PM

Got some parts piling up..

Norkoastal · 05-23-2014, 12:42 PM

For those not wanting to permanently glue anything to the back of the OFT, there is suction cup tape! I tested this morning and the OFT didn't budge an inch. This stuff is strong enough to stick to the dash piece and stay there.. Info below.. I'd probably recommend pulling it off and placing in the glovebox while parked in sunny spots as the OFT will bake.

"A 4 in x 1 in piece of the tape is strong enough to hold a 1 lb flat piece of steel to most non-porous, smooth, dry substrates."

https://www.inventables.com/technolo...ction-cup-tape

05-17-2014, 10:49 PM	#1
The Racers Line Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: FRS, Supra, Colorado D, GLC63 Location: Concord, CA Posts: 1,025 Thanks: 752 Thanked 1,515 Times in 532 Posts Mentioned: 111 Post(s) Tagged: 3 Thread(s)	Finally got my OFT mounted Ive been contemplating ways to mount my Tablet FOREVER, and finally had a weird dream about how to mount it last night I use a Rockform case for my iPhone 5s. It has a badass mounting system on the back and even a magnet. It is an impressive case. I few months ago, I accidentally dropped it in a large spill pan full of 5w-30. I pulled it out quick enough and the phone was fine, but the felt backing on the inside of the case turned into mush. So I bought another case and have had this other one lying around. This pictures show the rest. I cut the case with an air cutting wheel(not the best choice as it melts the plastic) and then use some 3M Double sided tape to adhere it to the back of the OFT. I then ran the cable under the steering column and into the ob2 port. It doesn't interfere with the turn signal and I use the same mounting spot with my phone turned sideways for gps and its perfectly visible in the drivers seat. Heres a link for the case: http://www.rokform.com/iphone5-cases/ I realize $40 is a little steep for a mounting solution, but if you sign up for their email list, I regularly get 20% off coupons and occasionally 40%

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Trac Toy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: 2013 FR-S Location: Durham Region, Canukistan. Posts: 506 Thanks: 224 Thanked 154 Times in 111 Posts Mentioned: 13 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Now that, actually looks like a nice install! How easily does that clip in and out? Just a slight twist? __________________ .o0+Eric+0o. 2016 Chrysler 200S 3.6 2013 FRS 6MT

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TIE Pilot Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: TIE interceptor; BRZ13 Location: Miami Posts: 309 Thanks: 131 Thanked 132 Times in 88 Posts Mentioned: 18 Post(s) Tagged: 3 Thread(s)	Great idea and good location. Any particular reason why u cut a case? instead using the universal mount $24. __________________ "Speed has never killed anyone. Suddenly becoming stationary, that's what gets you." Jeremy Clarkson

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