Iveco Daily III mirror bracket to dashcam mount

 

Making use of an existing fixture to mount your dashcam or action camera just makes sense.

mirror fig.1

mounting system fig.2
We have developed a bracket that slots into the rear view mirror bracket on Iveco Daily III vans. From this mount you can attach any action camera brackets you desire in order to mount a device off of this bracket. As demonstrated in fig.1, we have mounted a combined rear view mirror dashcam and screen with the additional help of a male pad that we have also designed.
We offer the windscreen mirror dashcam mount as a stand alone item. You can then use action camera arms to connect your device.

fig.3
We also offer the windscreen mirror dashcam mount with a mirror bracket as seen in fig.3, which will allow you to attach devices that are not compatible with action camera mounts.
As you can see in the fig.1-2, we have used a mirror dashcam that normally fixes to an existing rear view mirror with elastic straps. We had tried this mirror on a number of different brackets before using this small and simple bracket which, via the array of connecting arms displayed, offers full adjustment of the mirror. 

Fitting guide

Windscreen mirror dashcam mount.

fig.4

Fitting couldn't be easier. Simply align the legs on the mount with the windscreen bracket top and slide down till it stops. This should be an easy motion. If excessive restriction is felt, check for obstruction in the rails.  



Mirror bracket.

fig.5
You will need: 
  • an adhesive such as Araldite double bond
  • sandpaper
  • masking tape (optional)
Sand the mating faces of the bracket and device you intend to mount (you may wish to use masking tape to prevent excessive scratching to areas not being bonded to).
Mix the adhesive to the manufacturers instructions and apply a thin layer to the bracket. Check orientation of the male end suits your needs then apply to the device and allow to fully dry.

Mounting

fig.6
You can now use any action camera arms and fasteners to fit your device to your windscreen mirror dashcam mount, see fig.6 for an example. Alternatively you could use correct length cap bolts and cap nuts for a cleaner build.

Loosely assemble and align for comfortable viewing, this can be adjusted further later. 

When tightening, take care not to over torque the fasteners as the plastic parts may crack. 

If you are finding things keep moving, sanding the inner faces of action camera male and female ends can help prevent slippage like in this video.

Final note. 
We have not tested this mount any further than the dashcam mirror as per fig 1-2 which the mounting system is more than adequate for. Caution and common sense should be used when mounting anything heavier. A laptop, for example, would be a terrible idea.


Enjoy.

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