hogmaw Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 Would something like this be allowed? And would it be stable enough? It looks OK to me but I am probably being a cheapskate as usual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugs Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 May I suggest something like this: http://hjelmkamera.dk/hjelmkamera-27/vio-pov15-42/vio-pov15m-93.html As far as I know, its a new system from danish Hjelmkamera.dk (Helmetcamera.dk) There was a article about it in my car magazine, where they showed you could either install it inside the car, or outside on a window with a suction disc ( Dont know if thats the right word in English ). Just a suggestion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 And would it be stable enough? It looks OK to me but I am probably being a cheapskate as usual. I have the micro suction mount, its the first one on this page http://www.fastfilms.co.uk/camera-suction-mounts.php The main problem I found is where to mount it, the windscreen and rear hatch means the camera is upside down, you then have to edit it after to flip it back over. Since having the rollcage fitted I went for an Ultra Clamp, second one down on this page http://www.fastfilms.co.uk/fixed-camera-mounts.php Both purchased from FastFilms who I found at the autosport show Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogmaw Posted June 8, 2009 Author Share Posted June 8, 2009 I have the micro suction mount, its the first one on this page http://www.fastfilms.co.uk/camera-suction-mounts.php The main problem I found is where to mount it, the windscreen and rear hatch means the camera is upside down, you then have to edit it after to flip it back over. Since having the rollcage fitted I went for an Ultra Clamp, second one down on this page http://www.fastfilms.co.uk/fixed-camera-mounts.php Both purchased from FastFilms who I found at the autosport show Won't the suction one work on the dash? I assume you've tried that and the answer is no. Maybe I should just duck tape it to the drivers seat headrest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodilx6 Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 go all the way and get the ultimate: http://www.videovbox.co.uk/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Won't the suction one work on the dash? I assume you've tried that and the answer is no. Maybe I should just duck tape it to the drivers seat headrest. Mine didnt work on the dash, although some might. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4packet Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 I made a mount located to the back site or the rear seat. It means it can be folded up or down when required. I made it by unscrewing the 'wooden' backing and reinforcing it with another piece of timber. I then screwed a bit of 2"x2" into it with a screw in camera mount on the top. I have also screwed in a separate mic to the side of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ark Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 That suction mounth will be fine for the windowscreen - just be aware that mounts have a maximum weight they can hold, so make sure the camera is light. Some tracks like Silverstone refuse suction mounts, saying they must be bolted down - local rules...Fastfilms are the boys to talk to - large range of equipment - something for everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Alternative approach from our US friends: http://www.mkiv.com/techarticles/cam_mount/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogmaw Posted June 9, 2009 Author Share Posted June 9, 2009 Yes I just got one of the windscreen ones from Fastfilms. My video camera is pretty small and light, smaller than the ones they have in the pics on their website so should be ok I hope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axle Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Whatever Bignums setup is, it's one of the most pleasing i have seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJI Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Would something like this be allowed? And would it be stable enough? It looks OK to me but I am probably being a cheapskate as usual. I think its touch and go with many trackday companies when it comes to outside sucktion pads with cameras. I know I've been on some trackdays and noticed a couple of drivers being asked to remove their exterior sucktion mounts in the past. A fixed (ie screwed mount) is the norm these days, either by screwed clamp method or by somehow bolting it to the car. Best check with the trackday company prior to going to see what their rules are. For best results then a bullet/pen cam should be used and then use a decent microphone to capture the sound. These can both be fed into a video/sound recorder such as a MP4 recorder or even a camcorder with both video and sound inputs (or even a laptop with the correct software etc). Otherwise with exterior sound recorder facing into the air flow you just get a mess of wind noise that over rules the engine and tyre sounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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