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HOW TO: GoPro chin mount - 762SPR - 11-28-2012
I didn't want to modify my helmet to mount my camera, but the front part was way too curved for the normal GoPro adhesive mounts to stick to, so here's what I did:
The first step is to put on some masking tape as a guide for where you want to mount to end up. Next I put down a piece of clear packing tape, you will see why later, but you want to cover the helmet completely inside of the masking tape. You also need to peel off the adhesive pad from the GoPro mount.
Next, Rough up the mount with some sandpaper. 80 grit or thereabouts.
Mix up a small batch of Bondo and spread it onto the back side of the mount, then press it onto the helmet. This is what the packing tape is for, the bondo shouldn't stick to it. I sprayed mine with some silicone mold release just to be safe but it probably isn't needed... or you could use oil or butter or whatever.
Try not to mess with it too much while the bondo kicks, but make sure to get it aligned right.
Then peel it off and it should look something like this.
HOW TO: GoPro chin mount - 762SPR - 11-28-2012
Next, you'll want to clean up the bondo a little and rough it up slightly with sandpaper.
Then take some silicone caulk, it doesn't matter what it is, but I used clear bathroom stuff because that's what I had. Put some on the back of the mount and then press it onto your helmet. You pulled off the packing tape, right? PRO TIP: If you want a nice beautiful radius around your bathtub, sink, or gopro mount all you need to do is lick your finger and then run it down the bead with slight pressure (careful not to move the mount). Make sure to wipe the silicone off your finger before doing the next side... this stuff tastes nasty!
Tape it in place so it doesn't sag while it cures...
Once the silicone has cured, take a razor and lightly run it around the perimeter and then pull the tape. PRESTO! One beautifully, and sturdily mounted camera!
The other day I was trying to drift in the rain and my front tire slipped out. I face planted and the camera got knocked so hard it unclipped from the mount, but the mount was still stuck on. Face plant approved!
HOW TO: GoPro chin mount - StrictlyStunt - 11-28-2012
HOW TO: GoPro chin mount - Duane S. - 11-28-2012
nice fool
HOW TO: GoPro chin mount - BlueSykoeStunts - 11-28-2012
tits
HOW TO: GoPro chin mount - Kilo_Gee - 11-28-2012
The adhesive on the GoPro mounts are no joke. I have the same helmet but all black and I was nervous at first but my GoPro is solid.
I've had it this way for at least 6 months
There are big ass gaps between my helmet and the mount
Nice mod tho.
HOW TO: GoPro chin mount - KYD - 11-28-2012
have always wanted to try this with my GoPro, but i dont to bounce a $300 camera off the highway/street so i havent done it yet lol
HOW TO: GoPro chin mount - Paul_Z - 11-28-2012
Originally Posted by Kilo_Gee
The adhesive on the GoPro mounts are no joke. I have the same helmet but all black and I was nervous at first but my GoPro is solid.
I've had it this way for at least 6 months
There are big ass gaps between my helmet and the mount
Nice mod tho.
I've had it this way for at least 6 months
There are big ass gaps between my helmet and the mount
Nice mod tho.
HOW TO: GoPro chin mount - StrictlyStunt - 11-28-2012
Originally Posted by KYDHOW TO: GoPro chin mount - jrose152 - 11-29-2012
Originally Posted by StrictlyStunt