How to keep the detector from bouncing?

[TechDriver]

I have an 8500, it's mounted using suction cups on the stock bracket, however it tends to bounce around a lot on bumpy roads, is there anything I can do to prevent this?

[CJR238]

Im in CT as well and I have an 8500 & 9500i. The 9500i I put up high to the left of my rear view mirror just touching it to prevent it from bouncing.
When I had my 8500 down low I was able to adjust the angle and the suction cups to help prevent the wobble.
I will try a few things and get back to you.

[TechDriver]

Thanks, I just remembered I have some small rubber feet that if I place them in the right spot may help, I'll give it a try later and let you know.

[Orbital75]

I have an 8500, it's mounted using suction cups on the stock bracket, however it tends to bounce around a lot on bumpy roads, is there anything I can do to prevent this?

Bending the Mounting Bracket will help stop the noise. If you get the detector extremely flush up to the window, it will help. I noticed once I moved mine up higher it stopped. Just has to do with the angel of your windshield.

The Rubber Feet will help as well.

[cmurphy]

I had the same issue with my V1 and ended up hardwiring and putting the suction cups at the height that I would get some support from my rearview mirror. One side of it rests on the mirror and that keeps it pretty steady, even on bumpy roads.

[stealthJamal]

Easy answer to this: Use a V1 or Beltronics detector, they don't bounce like the Escorts do.

[Klatu]

I posted this previously in another section concerning cups vs. other methods of mounting. Hope it helps.

I used the free velco tabs (for the IPASS) they give out at the windows where you pay your tolls if you don't have one (need some for a second car). Just ask the tolltaker for a couple of them.

Cut them in half and stick them on the back (peel off the cover exposing the sticky material backing) of the metal stamping where the cups usually go. Wait for about 1 hour while it sets up.

Then mount it to your detector and peel off the cover exposing the outer half of them. I used a total of 4 halfs and that fit just right on the metal stamping.

Position carefully where you want it to go on your windshield as it sets up real quick. Stick it to the windshield pressing on the radar detector.

Don't worry too much about alignment as you can take the unit and stamping off the velco stuck to the windshield and re-align it left or right, up or down by bending the stamping.

Take the radar detector off the stamping by pushing down on the button and let everything set up, again for about and hour.

Put it back on the stamping and start your adjustments. If the detector sits too low pointing to the sky, bend the stamping tighter together; if pointing down, spread it apart.

One other thing, I also took some black velcro and cut it into small strips and stuck them over the little nubs on the front of the detector that usually ride against the window. This keeps them from rattling when you hit a bump and if you get it set just right, it helps keep the locking mechanism fairly firm (once you get a slight bend in the stamping to tighten it up where it slides into the detector).

I can leave the detector connected in place in any heat or cold situation. Easy to take it down and leave the stamping in place when it's not safe.

It's been up since May 1, 2007 and I've never adjusted anything since.

I have some pictures that might help; anyone know a URL where I can store some pictures without signing my life away? Also, how do you link them so they show here.

[ghz1]

Gee just drive more slowly :shock: Hope I helped :wink: wow I can't get over this escourt need to sort this out ASAP

[MEM-TEK]

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[CJR238]

Use 2 very small peaces of double sided tape on the 2 tits that rest against the windshield. Just make sure its perfect 1st.