gopro mounting questions.

[atledreier]

Saw one mounted under the car once. That was exciting, but not very informative. great for a novelty shot, though. Meybe somewhere underneath where it can see the suspension or something.

[Sccabrz192]

You almost need a minimum of 2 cameras to really assess the driver, 3 preferred. 1 at the drivers inputs, wheel and pedals. one facing back at the drivers head, the other in a position where you get a good view of the course... short of that, you are probably best with the rear windshied attachment because atleast you get a view of the inputs as well as an OK view of the road ahead.

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[iLuveKetchup]

Originally Posted by Sccabrz192

You almost need a minimum of 2 cameras to really assess the driver, 3 preferred. 1 at the drivers inputs, wheel and pedals. one facing back at the drivers head, the other in a position where you get a good view of the course... short of that, you are probably best with the rear windshied attachment because atleast you get a view of the inputs as well as an OK view of the road ahead.

Like this?
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jdx22p-VDIc&list=UUOWF9f6zS2a1FLHYK_3mkog&index=7&feature =plcp"]NNJR SCCA 10/20/12 - 54.525 - YouTube[/ame]

[k33n3r]

If I can't borrow several GoPros from friends, I'll suction mount one to the rear windshield centered with spot metering on, as it gives a good combination of my inputs and the track. Make sure the front windshield is in the center of the frame or spot metering won't be effective.

[PMok]

kind of a tangential question but I thought I'd ask - has anyone had issues mounting a suction cup mount to the interior of windows that had window tint applied? I want to do the suction cup inside with a camera but am worried about scratching up the tint or something. I know, real racers wouldn't care about that.

[LeeMaster]

Originally Posted by PMok

kind of a tangential question but I thought I'd ask - has anyone had issues mounting a suction cup mount to the interior of windows that had window tint applied? I want to do the suction cup inside with a camera but am worried about scratching up the tint or something. I know, real racers wouldn't care about that.

If your window tint dont have bubbles then you shouldnt worry about it(I never have any problems with mines). You do have to be extra cautious when suctioning the rear window, I cant remember if the BRZ/FRS has those lines at the back of the car, but if they do you should try mounting the cup to the clear area.

[qoncept]

Where are you people mounting your remote microphones?

[warman]

Originally Posted by Mitch

This is the view from the quarter glass. I prefer it for autocrossing for the view of the elements as you approach them. Much less "dead" space in frame.

Ditto on that view.. it's nice because you can see where you're going as well as what you're doing with your hands.

[ame]http://youtu.be/H6IHYo0n-k4[/ame]

[wparsons]

IMO, for reviewing line and driving performance you should put it on your helmet. It lets you see where you were looking as well as what your hands were doing. Seeing the line from a totally different perspective than the view you have from the drivers seat doesn't tell you much.

That said, it doesn't give the best FOV for a highlight type of video.

[BatStig]

Here's a DIY for a cheap and simple tow hook mount: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35635

[BatStig]

Originally Posted by qoncept

Where are you people mounting your remote microphones?

I have this mic http://www.audio-technica.com/cms/wi...eca17168eef6f/ routed up through the tow hook opening and into the engine bay by the battery. It has a 20 foot cable, so when I finally get around to getting an exhaust I will try running it back there.

[qoncept]

I'd like to get a bit longer threaded rod than that and not have to take the mount off when I thread it in. Fastenal has it.. for $60! Can't find an M16 threaded rod anywhere else. I'll probably end up welding a rod to a bolt when I finally get to the hardware store.

I had the remote mic inside the airbox for my event last weekend. Not crazy about the sound at all. I'm surprised how on/off the sound is (I do at least modulate the throttle a bit). And what's the click?

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxE5shBBEd4"]Great River Region SCCA Autox - June 16 - Run 6 - YouTube[/ame]

[sickmint79]

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6X34OLuY3g"]2013 Subaru BRZ Autobahn Race Track MVP Track Time 8/10/12 - YouTube[/ame]

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blp3fcG8jG8"]BRZ at Gingerman Raceway for Wangfest 10/13/2012 - YouTube[/ame]

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgkrhPcW1i8"]Gingerman 5/25/2013 Autointerests Subaru 2013 BRZ - YouTube[/ame]

[orthojoe]

Originally Posted by sickmint79

How did you mount your foot well cam?

I personally think that you need 2 cameras to really catch a feel of what is going on. One camera inside, and one outside mounted as low as possible to get that feeling of speed. Tow hook mounts are great for this because it is a solid mount and you won't get the constant shaking.

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2zTAXFHjvc"]Subaru BRZ spins at Sonoma Raceway - YouTube[/ame]

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SdsO7GBx8A"]Subaru BRZ trackday at Laguna Seca - YouTube[/ame]