Solo DL mount without suction cup

surlynkid · 01-27-2015, 10:16 AM

LSR PCA just outlawed suction cups - every single kind. Who has options for mounting an AIM another way that requires no drilling.

z3papa · 01-27-2015, 12:18 PM

While I can marginally understand the ban on suction cups which can't hold, it's a bit over the top as I've had several setups which hold exceptionally well including one three cup version you could pick up 50 lbs with.

PrimeBMW · 01-27-2015, 01:43 PM

You might try calling Ram Mounts. rammount.com 1-800-497-7479 They might have some ideas for you.

mid-corner fun · 01-27-2015, 02:00 PM

Here's my no-suction-cup setup, works great. 2 tie-wraps through the air vents hold the base plate in place.

surlynkid · 01-27-2015, 05:28 PM

Thanks mid-corner. That was the kind of idea I was looking for. The tie raps don't interfere with the magnets getting the AIM flush against the base?

Estoril Blue · 01-27-2015, 05:40 PM

mid-corner fun · 01-27-2015, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by surlynkid

Thanks mid-corner. That was the kind of idea I was looking for. The tie raps don't interfere with the magnets getting the AIM flush against the base?

not at all, and I used regular-size tie-wraps. The only downside (if it even matters) is that it's easier to leave the base there for the whole track season instead of looping/cutting tie-wraps each time.

The screen is visible from both seats so I usually use predictive when driving alone and switch to a custom gear/rpm/temps display when I have a passenger.

ThunderMoose · 01-27-2015, 08:27 PM

Mine is mounted with magnet double sided tape to aluminum L that is riveted to air duct. You could do something similar and it would be invisible if you decided to sell the car.

surlynkid · 01-28-2015, 10:28 AM

Estoril - where did you get that bracket? Is that an E46? I have seen some brackets for E92's but oddly they very specifically say for aluminum finish trim or woodgrain finish trim only. I have the fake carbon fiber look trim.

Estoril Blue · 01-28-2015, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by surlynkid

Estoril - where did you get that bracket? Is that an E46? I have seen some brackets for E92's but oddly they very specifically say for aluminum finish trim or woodgrain finish trim only. I have the fake carbon fiber look trim.

Its a Pro Fit. Yes - E46.

surlynkid · 01-28-2015, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Estoril Blue

Quote:

Originally Posted by surlynkid

Estoril - where did you get that bracket? Is that an E46? I have seen some brackets for E92's but oddly they very specifically say for aluminum finish trim or woodgrain finish trim only. I have the fake carbon fiber look trim.

Its a Pro Fit. Yes - E46.

I had already looked at pro fit. Nothing M3 specific.

tlp · 02-08-2015, 08:43 PM

That sucks!!...No pun intended.

In your case then suction cups should be legal as long as they are tethered? Maybe you can fashion a leash somewhere. Are you mounting it on left or in the center? The DL cable connection itself is already a quasi-leash.

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z3papa Captain 190 Rep 969 Posts Drives: 11 E92 M3 ZCP, 07 335i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Bloomington IL iTrader: (2)	While I can marginally understand the ban on suction cups which can't hold, it's a bit over the top as I've had several setups which hold exceptionally well including one three cup version you could pick up 50 lbs with. __________________ Sold 2011.5 E92 M3 ZCP.
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PrimeBMW Major 662 Rep 1,424 Posts Drives: E46 M3+S62, E92 M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	You might try calling Ram Mounts. rammount.com 1-800-497-7479 They might have some ideas for you.
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mid-corner fun Lieutenant Colonel 81 Rep 1,510 Posts Drives: F80 M3, '22 X3MC Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NJ iTrader: (5)	Here's my no-suction-cup setup, works great. 2 tie-wraps through the air vents hold the base plate in place.
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surlynkid Major 115 Rep 1,470 Posts Drives: 2013 E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: League City, TX iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 Porsche GT3 [0.00] 1988 Toyota 4Runner [0.00] 1995 Toyota T-100 4x4 [0.00] 2013 BMW M3 [0.00]	Thanks mid-corner. That was the kind of idea I was looking for. The tie raps don't interfere with the magnets getting the AIM flush against the base? __________________ Stoptech 380mm/355mm \| PFC08 / Pagid RS-29 \| Akrapovic EVO - CF tips \| Benvo Tune \| MS UDP \| AA air filter \| MCS 2-way with 700/1000lb springs \| Solid bushings and adjustable links \| RD front swaybar \| Apex EC-7 18x10 square 275/35-18 NT01 \| Turner Race Studs \| GT4 Brake Cooling \| GT4 Power Steering Cooling \| Alekshop Oil Cooler \| Performance Steering Wheel \| \| CF Spoiler \| Varis System 1 Full CF Diffuser \| Extended Paddle Shifters \| Schroth Quick Fit Pro \| Turner Steering Rack Stops \| Vorshlag Camber Plates
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surlynkid Major 115 Rep 1,470 Posts Drives: 2013 E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: League City, TX iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 Porsche GT3 [0.00] 1988 Toyota 4Runner [0.00] 1995 Toyota T-100 4x4 [0.00] 2013 BMW M3 [0.00]	Estoril - where did you get that bracket? Is that an E46? I have seen some brackets for E92's but oddly they very specifically say for aluminum finish trim or woodgrain finish trim only. I have the fake carbon fiber look trim. __________________ Stoptech 380mm/355mm \| PFC08 / Pagid RS-29 \| Akrapovic EVO - CF tips \| Benvo Tune \| MS UDP \| AA air filter \| MCS 2-way with 700/1000lb springs \| Solid bushings and adjustable links \| RD front swaybar \| Apex EC-7 18x10 square 275/35-18 NT01 \| Turner Race Studs \| GT4 Brake Cooling \| GT4 Power Steering Cooling \| Alekshop Oil Cooler \| Performance Steering Wheel \| \| CF Spoiler \| Varis System 1 Full CF Diffuser \| Extended Paddle Shifters \| Schroth Quick Fit Pro \| Turner Steering Rack Stops \| Vorshlag Camber Plates
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