I had an idea to create a flat mounting surface large enough for a Seasucker 4.5” suction mount, specifically so that I could run the Light Ranger mount that they created in collaboration with Devos. I had some plates cut and powdercoated through sendcutsend.com, then sourced some 3/4” long aluminum spacers and added some 1.25” #10 screws and 4 t-nutz.
The square is 4.875” with 4 countersunk holes for the #10 screws. It barely clears the side panel when it’s open, maybe a 1/16” of an inch or so. I had to space if off the side of the extrusion by 7/8” total to clear the hinge. 1/8” of that is just some mounting plates that the 3/4” long spacers sit on.
I haven’t ordered the Seasucker mount or the Light Ranger yet just because I figure there’s a good chance they’ll drop some Black Friday discounts of some sort and I can save a few bucks, but I’m pretty optimistic this will work. The mount is solid and I can shake the truck by pulling on it. Should be plenty strong enough for the intended application and it doesn’t hang very far off the side of the extrusion, unlike some of the 3d printed Light Ranger mounts I’ve seen.
I had that very same thought about the seal of the hardware in those countersunk holes. Once I get the Seasucker I’ll try it out and post the results. It will be easy to add silicone if it seems like air is getting through.
Looks like you definitely have put some time and thought into your design. Cool you like the SeaSucker Devos Mount. That was all me I’m proud to say that was my idea. Now I’ve actually improved it. https://youtube.com/shorts/q1cZfGUEJcA?feature=share
Thinking about your design which is a great idea. I’d actually just go this route with the adapter.
I’d take the two of these and attach the arm to the track like you did with the plate. Cool thing is now you have the ability to move in around at any angle. Basically any action camera mount will work since they all have the 1/4” x 20 thread setup. So you might already have something in your collection you could use to make this set up. Don’t get me wrong the plate is cool. I’ll just tell you my factory decal with the FX4 causes the SeaSucker to lose Vacuum. So you have to have a smooth surface.
If you want to save a few in addition to sales I’ve included our discount code here. You can buy the SeaSucker / Devos Light from Devos just as well. Devos X SeaSucker LightRanger Mount
Or get the SeaSucker Devos Light and take off the attacment so you could buy one and move it around. I like the mount. We have a great deal of the SeaSucker Products and love all of them.
• Seasucker - Vacuum Suction Mounting Solutions
Mark (& Teresa)
Hampstead Maryland
•Ford Ranger FX4 - GFC Camper V2 # 1919
Nissan Xterra Off-Road - Camp Rig & Kia Soulverlander
I don’t drink LOL. I think if you do the silicon and maybe some clear Girlla or 3m tape over the holes and avoid areas where the seal sits you have a good chance of success!
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