Lamonster RTW Project- Drift HD170

[Lamonster]

I really love my Drift HD170 for shooting HD videos and just started using it with the remote for taking pics. The last time I took pics with it I had it mounted on the trunk and that worked fine but now I'm wanting something a little more fixed. I decided to mount a RAM ball on my side deflector shields on the inside so it doesn't disturb the air flow when the camera is not mounted. You pretty much wouldn't even know it's there if you weren't looking for it. I'm pretty happy with this location.





Taken with it mounted on the trunk and shot going down the road.

[NorthStar]

I found that particular mount location to be one with minimal camera vibration and a great forward view when I tested out various mounting position for my Drift HD. I also liked the front trunk lid but was a bit squeamish about using my untethered suction cup in that location. Since I had plans to relocate my Zumo to my dash I will just order another mount mechanism at the same time and follow your lead on this mod.

[ArkTerry]

Great timing for you to post this! I have been trying various locations over the past few days and tried that location using the suction mount and like the view but suction cup makes me nervous. Can you provide ram parts list please and how did you attach it to the shield?

[Lamonster]

Great timing for you to post this! I have been trying various locations over the past few days and tried that location using the suction mount and like the view but suction cup makes me nervous. Can you provide ram parts list please and how did you attach it to the shield?

This is what I ordered from GPS city. I got extra ball mounts and two arms. I just drilled a hole in the deflector and tapped the ball to work with a M6 screw.

2ea RAM Mount Medium Arm B-Socket RAM-B-201U 2ea $11.95ea $23.90
6ea RAM Mount Plastic Flange Base with B-Ball RPR 6ea $2.95ea $17.70

[kinggeek]

Looks Great!

I just bought a DRift HD170 from B&H and would like to see some raw unprocessed video shot from this location if possible. Probably will mount mine there too but would like to see quality first.

[Phil]

GREAT mounting idea!! You really ARE the Monster


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[Lamonster]

I was asked for the measurements of where I drilled my hole so here you go.

[Max LTD]

...and with the chrome deflector shield, you won't even see the mount. An other amazing idea Lamonster, Thanks.

[Lamonster]

Well that worked so well that i thought I would try another location. I this this it going to work well too.







I used the other side for a cup mount when I need one.

[Lamonster]

Works better with the shorter arm.

[ArkTerry]

Nice! That one I might like even better since you can easily see if power on and turn power on and off from seat of spyder. Also a slightly higher view angle I would guess?

[Lamonster]

Nice! That one I might like even better since you can easily see if power on and turn power on and off from seat of spyder. Also a slightly higher view angle I would guess?

I like these shots too. It will be nice to change it up.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...8428316&type=3

[ArkTerry]

Yes, those were great shots you took today for sure! I bought mine thinking mainly for video, but after doing some still pics, I think I may end up using it more for stillls than videos. Opps, an evil on my checkbook thought just entered my mind where I have 2 Drifts, one set for video, one set for stills and two remotes. LOL

[kinggeek]

Hey Lamont,

The docs for the drift recommend Class 4 SD Cards which write are 4 MB/Second. That seems slow to me to capture HD video. I would think the faster the better like maybe a class 10 at 10 MB/per second.

What do you use and are you happy with the results at 1080P? ID the class of the card by looking for a "C#" on the card.

I am looking at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...=ATVPDKIKX0DER which is a Class 10 but will write at 20MB/second. Maybe it is overkill but it is actually cheaper than the same size Class 4 card http://www.amazon.com/PNY-Memory-P-S.../dp/B004WZJXR0.

[Lamonster]

Hey Lamont,

The docs for the drift recommend Class 4 SD Cards which write are 4 MB/Second. That seems slow to me to capture HD video. I would think the faster the better like maybe a class 10 at 10 MB/per second.

What do you use and are you happy with the results at 1080P? ID the class of the card by looking for a "C#" on the card.

I am looking at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...=ATVPDKIKX0DER which is a Class 10 but will write at 20MB/second. Maybe it is overkill but it is actually cheaper than the same size Class 4 card http://www.amazon.com/PNY-Memory-P-S.../dp/B004WZJXR0.

I have not shot 1080 yet but I am using a class 4 and a class 10 and they both look the same to me.

[rogerb]

LAMONT
Do you think that the weight of the water bottle and the bouncing might crack or break the deflector. Especially with only only one screw holding the ball base down. No weight distribution.

[Lamonster]

LAMONT
Do you think that the weight of the water bottle and the bouncing might crack or break the deflector. Especially with only only one screw holding the ball base down. No weight distribution.

The way I have it I don't think so, the ram mount is resting on the dash.

[Max LTD]

Is this the RAM mount that I see attached to the Drift:

Model:	RAM Mount Camera Mount mini Plate RAP-B-366U
Part No:	RAP-B-366U

http://www.gpscity.com/ram-mount-cam...ap-b-366u.html

Thanks

I really love my Drift HD170 for shooting HD videos and just started using it with the remote for taking pics. The last time I took pics with it I had it mounted on the trunk and that worked fine but now I'm wanting something a little more fixed. I decided to mount a RAM ball on my side deflector shields on the inside so it doesn't disturb the air flow when the camera is not mounted. You pretty much wouldn't even know it's there if you weren't looking for it. I'm pretty happy with this location.






Taken with it mounted on the trunk and shot going down the road.

[Lamonster]

Is this the RAM mount that I see attached to the Drift:

Model:	RAM Mount Camera Mount mini Plate RAP-B-366U
Part No:	RAP-B-366U

http://www.gpscity.com/ram-mount-cam...ap-b-366u.html

Thanks

Yep, that's it

[Max LTD]

Yep, that's it

[Floyd Baughman]

Nice job on the camera looks great .






QUOTE=Lamonster;390879]I really love my Drift HD170 for shooting HD


videos and just started using it with the remote for taking pics. The last time I took pics with it I had it mounted on the trunk and that worked fine but now I'm wanting something a little more fixed. I decided to mount a RAM ball on my side deflector shields on the inside so it doesn't disturb the air flow when the camera is not mounted. You pretty much wouldn't even know it's there if you weren't looking for it. I'm pretty happy with this location.





Taken with it mounted on the trunk and shot going down the road.

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[Arr MiHardies]

Just a suggestion, but what about mounting it to the fender support arm in a manner similar to reggys adaptive running lights? Camera always pointed where you're going. And if you have the running lights, it's always illuminated. Mount one on both fenders and you could theoretically make some incredible 3d videos with a camera separation that wide.

[SpydherLuv]

Lamont, when you drilled the holes in the deflectors, did you use a special drill bit, or just one that was sharp? I've never drilled a hole in plastic and want to be sure I don't crack it. Also, is there a technique that should be used, such as start out at a lower/faster RPM, etc..??

Thanks!
Anita

[Lamonster]

Lamont, when you drilled the holes in the deflectors, did you use a special drill bit, or just one that was sharp? I've never drilled a hole in plastic and want to be sure I don't crack it. Also, is there a technique that should be used, such as start out at a lower/faster RPM, etc..??

Thanks!
Anita

Nothing special, just not too fast or it will melt the plastic.

[SpydherLuv]

Great, thanks!