I have found that by mounting your helmet camera underneath the visor, you worry less about losing it, it provides a better camera angle, and you can easily see the red light on the back signalling that the camera is powered on. In this tip I will demonstrate how to mount your camera under the visor no matter what shape it is.
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Products Needed:
Sand Paper
Clear Plastic Epoxy – $5.20
Aluminum Foil
Toothpicks
Washable Marker
Rubbing Alcohol
Old Towel
GoPro Mounts
-$19.99
GoPro Mounts
-$19.99
Step 1
Before starting this project make sure you find a good location for your camera. Take into consideration the camera mounting screw, and a position that is out of your line of sight.
Step 2
Mark the mounting position with a washable marker so it can be erased.
Step 3
Sand all areas inside mounting area with sand paper. Then clean with Rubbing Alcohol.
Step 4
Remove red film from GoPro mount and apply mount to desired location.
Step 5
Mix plastic epoxy in accordance to its instructions using a plastic knife. Tip: mix epoxy on aluminum foil, it works great and you can just throw it away.
Step 6
Use your plastic knife to work epoxy into gap between visor and mount. Tip: toothpicks work well at getting out air bubbles, and pushing epoxy into the gap.
Step 7
Once you have filled the gap completely, use tooth picks to scrape extra epoxy off visor.
Step 8Â
Allow it to dry 24 hours
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