P1000 For Those of You Who Have a Tablet Mount on Switchplate.....

[Nvrgiveup]

I'm putting a RamMount 1" ball base on the switchplate, with the metal backing plate on the opposite side of the switchplate. Initially, I drilled holes in the plastic on the ride side of the switches and planned to have it stacked and secured in this order: mount, switchplate, plastic, and finally the backing plate. HOWEVER, it is gonna be a royal PITB to get my hand up in there to manipulate the nuts on the back side of it.
If anyone else has used this setup, are the rivets (currently using) or rivet nuts (may use these later) enough to hold the 8" tablet and mount?
I know the plastic would be an awesome reinforcement, but it doesn't appear to be practical.

 

[Admin]

 

[SH21]

I have a ram mount on a PBR switch plate that holds my 8" tablet, but I just used self tapping screws through the metal PBR plate. Initial test a couple weekends ago showed no issues over 100 miles.

 

[Nvrgiveup]

I have a ram mount on a PBR switch plate that holds my 8" tablet, but I just used self tapping screws through the metal PBR plate. Initial test a couple weekends ago showed no issues over 100 miles.

That's what I was lookin for. Thanks, SH

 

[bumperm]

I mounted mine up high, out of the way, and screen doesn't get "washed out" in direct sunlight.

When I got rid of my "You're all gonna die" warning placard, I used rivet nuts to mount the new plate:

 

[StewB]

". . . gonna be a royal PITB to get my hand up in there to manipulate the nuts on the back side of it."

That's what she said!


(I'm an adult, but immature for my age.)

 

[Remington]

". . . gonna be a royal PITB to get my hand up in there to manipulate the nuts on the back side of it."

NoHomo 🤨 🥳

 

[Remington]

Mine is similar to @bumperm set up Attached to the ROPS heres some links

RAM Mounts RAM-B-108BU Strap Hose Clamp Ball Base with B Size 1" Ball for Rails 1" to 2.1" in Diameter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0030HO6SM/?tag=sxsweb24-20

RAM Mounts RAP-B-201U-A Composite Double Socket Arm - Short Arm Compatible with B Size 1" Ball Components https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005KWPJ04/?tag=sxsweb24-20

 

[Nvrgiveup]

Thanks guys. I actually like the higher position option. I’m gonna order the ROPS clamp and go with it.

 

[Nvrgiveup]

I mounted mine up high, out of the way, and screen doesn't get "washed out" in direct sunlight.

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When I got rid of my "You're all gonna die" warning placard, I used rivet nuts to mount the new plate:

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I haven’t been able to find rivet nuts smaller than M6 locally, or that’s what I’d do also. Im thinking M4 would be about right.

 

[Smitty335]

Mine is similar to @bumperm set up Attached to the ROPS heres some links

RAM Mounts RAM-B-108BU Strap Hose Clamp Ball Base with B Size 1" Ball for Rails 1" to 2.1" in Diameter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0030HO6SM/?tag=sxsweb24-20

RAM Mounts RAP-B-201U-A Composite Double Socket Arm - Short Arm Compatible with B Size 1" Ball Components https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005KWPJ04/?tag=sxsweb24-20

I've got those too with a ARKON tablet bracket. I bought my set up, everything, tablet and LTTM membership from @JACKAL when he was working with RRB. I like it!

 

[bumperm]

I've got those too with a ARKON tablet bracket. I bought my set up, everything, tablet and LTTM membership from @JACKAL when he was working with RRB. I like it!

Got mine online. If you look at the right side vertically center hole, you'll see a little threaded stud I made pointed by turning it in a drill against a grinding wheel. This allows you to lay the panel in place and tap the outside to get a pin prick to center the hole for drilling in the panel (do two opposing corners first etc). The access hole, to make sure I wasn't drilling into anything important, was enlarged later. Proved handy for access for routing wiring as well. Had I known, this would have been moved up on the project list:

 

[bumperm]

I used 6-32 screws, BTW. If you go with SAE, don't tell Honda or they won't honor the warranty when your tail lights fail.

 

[Nvrgiveup]

I've got those too with a ARKON tablet bracket. I bought my set up, everything, tablet and LTTM membership from @JACKAL when he was working with RRB. I like it!

Mine is similar to @bumperm set up Attached to the ROPS heres some links

RAM Mounts RAM-B-108BU Strap Hose Clamp Ball Base with B Size 1" Ball for Rails 1" to 2.1" in Diameter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0030HO6SM/?tag=sxsweb24-20

RAM Mounts RAP-B-201U-A Composite Double Socket Arm - Short Arm Compatible with B Size 1" Ball Components https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005KWPJ04/?tag=sxsweb24-20

I mounted mine up high, out of the way, and screen doesn't get "washed out" in direct sunlight.

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When I got rid of my "You're all gonna die" warning placard, I used rivet nuts to mount the new plate:

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Thanks for the input, fellers. I went with the Ram Mount hose clamp and it’s mounted on the right side. That way Rent-a-Wife can at least see the map. That way she’s a bit more informed when she tells me where to go all the dang time! 😂
Note: please excuse the dirty underside of the roof. It’s been too hot to mess with cleaning it.

 

[PJon]

Thanks guys. I actually like the higher position option. I’m gonna order the ROPS clamp and go with it.

I have mine mounted above me on a ROPS clamp. Works well and cuts out most of the glare.

 

[Nvrgiveup]

I have mine mounted above me on a ROPS clamp. Works well and cuts out most of the glare.

I ended up doing the same thing. I put it in the right side and my wife can navigate. Now she can be informed when she tells me where to go and what to do.

 

[bumperm]

I ended up doing the same thing. I put it in the right side and my wife can navigate. Now she can be informed when she tells me where to go and what to do.

You are risking it all, brother!!!

Men read maps better than women. Don't blame me if you end up in Lower Slobolia!

"For almost 40 years, research has shown that males are better than females at spatial cognition. Higher performance on spatial cognition assessments, such as the mental rotations test (MRT), is associated with better spatial navigation, increased intelligence, and improved motor skills."

 

[Dirtstiffs-1000]

I did this with mine thinking I could turn it toward the passenger for help or not. Also thought it might be better protected from the elements.