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Simple MagSafe mount/charger - with parts/instructions
- Thread starter Shyatic
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Parts you'll need:
Arkon Mount: https://a.co/d/fg7XJIN
Arkon 22mm Ball Adapter: https://a.co/d/5gUhtFu
3M Double Sided Tape: https://a.co/d/ghba1jd
ESR Qi2 15w Charger: https://a.co/d/2tGxufU
USB Cigarette Charger: https://a.co/d/0KOdjQ4
USB-C Cable: https://a.co/d/cLfIBqX
Arkon Mount: https://a.co/d/fg7XJIN
Arkon 22mm Ball Adapter: https://a.co/d/5gUhtFu
3M Double Sided Tape: https://a.co/d/ghba1jd
ESR Qi2 15w Charger: https://a.co/d/2tGxufU
USB Cigarette Charger: https://a.co/d/0KOdjQ4
USB-C Cable: https://a.co/d/cLfIBqX
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On the Arkon Mount, it usually comes with a nut adaptor that allows you to clamp onto a nut. You can use this, but it will limit your seat movement because of how it will be positioned, and if for some reason you need to move the seat up... you'll have problems.
Instead, swap the U shaped connector with the Plate connector onto the bottom of the mount. Un-do the left bolt (T45) of the seat as well as the right bolt. You'll need both loose in order to pry the seat up a bit.
On the bolt that is closest to the center console (this is different for US vs UK cars obviously), remove it *completely*. You'll need to wedge the plate underneath the rain and slide it *behind the bolt* as shown here:
From here, reinsert the bolt, tighten it down and the arm and clamp should be all set!
Instead, swap the U shaped connector with the Plate connector onto the bottom of the mount. Un-do the left bolt (T45) of the seat as well as the right bolt. You'll need both loose in order to pry the seat up a bit.
On the bolt that is closest to the center console (this is different for US vs UK cars obviously), remove it *completely*. You'll need to wedge the plate underneath the rain and slide it *behind the bolt* as shown here:
From here, reinsert the bolt, tighten it down and the arm and clamp should be all set!
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Finally, with the MagSafe charger -- remove the ball mount with a little philips screwdriver and get it to be flat on the bottom. Cut the 3M tape to size and attach it to the 22mm ball mount adaptor. Then screw that on to the top of the gooseneck mount.
From here, power it whichever way you want. I am choosing to use the rear 12v cigarette lighter since I'll never use it for anything else, and the wire can be completely hidden under the seat rail and wrap up the gooseneck with zipties. Your phone will be easily accessible, visible, and if you glance at it -- respond to FaceID for us iPhone users. And it's hard to forget since well... it's sitting right there!
Hope this is helpful. I have done these mounts in other cars and love them because it's easy and accessible, and now with the MagSafe charger, makes it super simple for charging as well.
From here, power it whichever way you want. I am choosing to use the rear 12v cigarette lighter since I'll never use it for anything else, and the wire can be completely hidden under the seat rail and wrap up the gooseneck with zipties. Your phone will be easily accessible, visible, and if you glance at it -- respond to FaceID for us iPhone users. And it's hard to forget since well... it's sitting right there!
Hope this is helpful. I have done these mounts in other cars and love them because it's easy and accessible, and now with the MagSafe charger, makes it super simple for charging as well.
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Very low - these are the same mounts that police officers use to hold tablets and laptops and things, so they tend to be very sturdy. The only trick I've learned with that, is don't get one longer than you need. I opted for the shortest one they make which I think is 18", and since it butts up against the center console it barely moves at all.
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Yep, no idea why Amazon links are blocked. Gotta get the one with the smallest length, believe that’s it.
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yea, I can't post the link either, I can't find the 22mm Ball adapter can you get the full description? Thanks.
4-Hole AMPS mounting to 22mm Ball Adapter
Arkon’s adapter can convert a 22mm (0.86”) ball mount into a 4-Hole AMPS drill base mount. The adapter is compatible with a 22mm ball pattern and a 4-Hole AMPS pattern. The adapter is ideal for GPS devices and any other devices that utilize a 4-hole AMPS mounting plate. Features: 4-Hole AMPS...
arkon.com
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Ball adapter: ARKON Mounts 22mm Ball to 4 Hole...
Thanks.
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