iPhone 3G Mounts

ThatGuy18 · 06-15-2009, 08:48 AM

Hi, I'm looking for a car mount for my iPhone 3G[s] that will be arriving this week. I have found several for my Tacoma that cover the air vents. I do not prefer this type of mount due to the risk of condensation turning my water sensor red. Also, I do not think that the suction dash mounts would work due to the limited dash space. However, I have tried neither of these methods and that is why I am here. If anyone can point me to a good mount that does not require blocking the air vents I would much appreciate it. My truck is a 2002 (Second Generation) SR5. I would prefer a mount with charging/transmitting ability to negate the amount of cables hanging in front of my dash. However, any suggestions would be great. After all, I can always "ghetto rig" something right?

Thanks.

TacoCo · 06-15-2009, 09:14 AM

check this out:

http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/roadtrip

I have an older version of the Tuneflex Aux for my '09 and it works pretty nicely. Though it's a little bit jittery, but supposedly the newer ones are more stable.

MUDFISH · 06-15-2009, 09:33 AM

I'm also always looking, but I think I might wait and see what the Tom Tom mount looks like when they finally add GPS. There is no info about price yet, but the pics from WWDC look nice.

ThatGuy18 · 06-15-2009, 09:40 AM

I think I've decided (from doing some research throughout the web and also on the forums) that I'm going to purchase just a regular mount without the charger or transmitter and use the GROM iPod interface (www.gromaudio.com/ipod) for clarity reasons. I'll probably try to run the docking cable either from right above my A/C controls or from where the dash meets the windshield depending on where my mount goes. I would like to have it mounted right at the top of the dash if at all possible. That way it's close enough to eye level for me to see but not so much as to be distracting while driving. So I guess now comes the hunt for the perfect mount. Please send all suggestions this way.

P.S. I have tried using a few transmitters such as the one shown and haven't had much luck with them. They tend to always fall left or right on turns and they're mounted a little too low for my liking with the 12V ports being so low in my truck.

Evil Monkey · 06-15-2009, 11:30 AM

http://www.gpscity.com/cell-phone-mount/apple/iphone-3g

PeteK · 06-15-2009, 11:45 AM

I got one from the Apple store. It suction cups onto the little circle thing which I have mounted in the passenger cup holder. Holds it right in front of the aux/power outlets. Nice easy access, and the passenger can hold their drink. Let me know if you want a phoot.

06-15-2009, 08:48 AM	#1
ThatGuy18 Senior Member Name: Blake Joined: May 2009, #17131 Location: Bryan, Texas Age: 18 Gender: Dude Posts: 543 02 XCab SR5 V6 4WD 2002 Xtra Cab Automatic 6" Fabtech Lift, 16" Helo Maxx 8 with BFG A/T 285/75/16, JVC audio system	iPhone 3G Mounts Hi, I'm looking for a car mount for my iPhone 3G[s] that will be arriving this week. I have found several for my Tacoma that cover the air vents. I do not prefer this type of mount due to the risk of condensation turning my water sensor red. Also, I do not think that the suction dash mounts would work due to the limited dash space. However, I have tried neither of these methods and that is why I am here. If anyone can point me to a good mount that does not require blocking the air vents I would much appreciate it. My truck is a 2002 (Second Generation) SR5. I would prefer a mount with charging/transmitting ability to negate the amount of cables hanging in front of my dash. However, any suggestions would be great. After all, I can always "ghetto rig" something right? Thanks.

06-15-2009, 09:33 AM	#3
MUDFISH Senior Member Joined: Apr 2009, #15465 Location: Syracuse Age: 32 Gender: Male Posts: 365 09 Double Cab TRD Sport 2009 Double Cab Automatic N-Fab Step Bars, Access Limited Edition Tonneau Cover, DynoLock Tailgate Lock, Seat Belt Chime Mod	I'm also always looking, but I think I might wait and see what the Tom Tom mount looks like when they finally add GPS. There is no info about price yet, but the pics from WWDC look nice. __________________

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06-15-2009, 09:14 AM	#2
TacoCo Aspiring wrench monkey Joined: Aug 2008, #8512 Location: Colorado Gender: Male Posts: 909 09 TRD Off-Road DC V6 Magnetic Gray 2009 Double Cab Manual 4.0L V6 Snugtop XV Shell, Yakima Rack, AFE Pro Dry Filter, Secondary Air Filter Removed, Michelin AT2's, Partially Debadged, HID conversion, Dynomax Super Turbo Muffler, Rear leaf spring TSB, Foglights always on Mod, URD Short Throw Shifter, Toytec Coilovers on the way!	check this out: http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/roadtrip I have an older version of the Tuneflex Aux for my '09 and it works pretty nicely. Though it's a little bit jittery, but supposedly the newer ones are more stable.

06-15-2009, 09:40 AM	#4
ThatGuy18 Senior Member Name: Blake Joined: May 2009, #17131 Location: Bryan, Texas Age: 18 Gender: Dude Posts: 543 02 XCab SR5 V6 4WD 2002 Xtra Cab Automatic 6" Fabtech Lift, 16" Helo Maxx 8 with BFG A/T 285/75/16, JVC audio system	I think I've decided (from doing some research throughout the web and also on the forums) that I'm going to purchase just a regular mount without the charger or transmitter and use the GROM iPod interface (www.gromaudio.com/ipod) for clarity reasons. I'll probably try to run the docking cable either from right above my A/C controls or from where the dash meets the windshield depending on where my mount goes. I would like to have it mounted right at the top of the dash if at all possible. That way it's close enough to eye level for me to see but not so much as to be distracting while driving. So I guess now comes the hunt for the perfect mount. Please send all suggestions this way. P.S. I have tried using a few transmitters such as the one shown and haven't had much luck with them. They tend to always fall left or right on turns and they're mounted a little too low for my liking with the 12V ports being so low in my truck.

06-15-2009, 11:45 AM	#6
PeteK Member Joined: Mar 2009, #15209 Location: Abington, MA Age: 36 Gender: Male Posts: 95 2009 TRD Off-Road DC 2009 Double Cab Automatic V6 Tint, Vent Visors, Domokun, Aries Brush Guard, Debadged Doors, PIAA 520 Driving & Fog Lights, Tailgate Security Mod.	I got one from the Apple store. It suction cups onto the little circle thing which I have mounted in the passenger cup holder. Holds it right in front of the aux/power outlets. Nice easy access, and the passenger can hold their drink. Let me know if you want a phoot.