Garmin Beanbag mount

A friction, aka bean bag, mount has a heavy base which is loaded with what feels like lead shot. The "rubber" type material on the bottom does not use any adhesive. It's just a tacky type material. The base is flexible and can be bent to adjust to most any dash curve/slope. While I don't have a VW, my dash board is textured and is pebble like so it's not exactly smooth. My bean bag mount works great and never moves or slides around.

same thing

oops...I see that was already answered.

I ordered mine on Nov. 25th and got a confirmation that it shipped on yesterday, Dec. 3rd.

The bean bag is not bad at all. much sturdier than I imagined.

Does the arm separate from the base on the mount? If so, does anyone sell just the ball arm? I already have 2 beanbag bases from my 2610 and 60C. From the pictures it looks like the same base.

Maybe that's why Amazon's description of the beanbag doesn't include that it's compatable with the C340's. I hope my spider one fits. Looks like it's going to take up a lot of dashboard on the Volvo.

Sharper,

I use the beanbag for my 7500 and it works fine..... but I DO notice some occasional wobble on a bumpy road.

That mount you refered to at e-mounts looks like a very nice one. How do you like it so far ?

Tim

Not trying to put down the bean bag mount - it is just not my cup of tea.

I tried one before with an old Garmin Quest GPS and had the whole thing land on the floor once or twice while driving. I am not an aggressive driver (so if you are, just be careful). Hate to scratch that GPS screen!

I chose a ProClip this time around as it is custom made for your GPS model and vehicle model. A lot more expensive than a bean bag though.

Sorry ... not trying to hijack this thread ... I just wanted to quickly mention it as a possible alternative to both the windshield mount and the bean bag mount as an FYI only.

Wow, thanks for such a thorough explanation! That was really helpful!

I also use the Nav-Mat with my C340 and it has never budged a fraction of an inch, even on some very hard stops. I was skeptical but it works a charm.

Garmin is sending me a free beanbag mount since I am unable to use the supplied mounting options in the box.

Go Garmin!

I already bought my beanbag mount at Amazon, but it would have been worth taking a shot at the Garmin generosity that's been mentioned in this thread several times.

But, as I always say, "that's just my opinion, I could be wrong."

GeneL

I thought the beanbag idea was a great idea so I ordered one from Amazon for $16, but it would not work with the Garmin 680. After checking these boards again, I ordered the "friction" model. Much better the simple bean bag (it was a Garmin product too).

Thanks for everyones input.

personally I like having it as close to my fingertips as possible while driving. THat means winshield mount in my accord coupe. I could definitely see it working in a larger truck mor effectively but not sure about tthe total effectiveness

I bought this one a while back from Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000U5TUWE

It works remarkably well and doesn't slip on my Audi TT dashboard. For the price (<$12 and qualifies for free super saver shipping) it can't be beat.

Hope this helps!

--KYC

I have been using the Garmin friction mount for a month or so. Stays put. And now Amazon has reduced the price to $21.89 so its an even better deal!

http://tiny.cc/XzWmU

I agree.

I like the security of the windshield mount. Can the bean bag style really "go sailing"?

Wally World sells this mount and another friction mount in their stores. Just in case you want it faster than waiting for shipping.

We just got back from a 1200 mile trip around New England and it never moved and inch.

I bought mine last year before we went to California, because I read that they don't like it when you have things stuck to your windshield, that was probably closer to a 2000 mile ride and never had an problem with it.

I like it better than the suction because I can pull it off the dash and stick it up against the drivers seat and you can't see it. No licking the suction to get it to stick.

as soon as my windshield mount stops sticking. Right now, it still sticks cause it's only 1 month old. My previous mount lasted about a year and the suction started to deteriorate.

... the 'official' Garmin beanbag. For $19.99. Don't know about online though.

I wish I was as happy with the clowns running for president as I am with the bean bag mount I have zero complaints with the bean bag !! and lots of complaints with the candidates

Just like with the beanbag mount -- when it fails you,

remember who put it there...

Choose wisely...

I was deciding between bean bag and vent mount. I decided on vent mount from ebay as I've used one for my old Magellan 3250 before and worked well. Vent mount was within easy reach and seemed sturdy for that model. I will test out vent mount for Garmin 350 when it arrives next week. Currently I am using suction mount on left edge side of the windshield as the center location is too far to reach and had too much glare and couldn't see the screen.

Well, you can be happy that you don't have to ride with the candidates in your car everyday.

I got mine on ebay for $20.00. 12.00 plus 8 shipping. This was back in February.

i just bought my 2 beanbag mount. been using one for 3 yrs.

I ordered a Garmin and a Bracketron Nav-Mat beanbags. The Garmin with the post attached was made better. The problem I had with the garmin was that the 4 legs that stuck out from the center, overlaped the depression in the dash. The nav-Mat fit like it was made for the car. I also bought an after market "Port GPS Mount" to use with the bag. Garmin should use it instead of the one that comes with the Nuvi. I bought all from Amazon.