Is the mount defective or is it really a design flaw? The Passport Max rattles/shakes like crazy (it connects to the mount at the way at the back)
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I think its a design flaw, my mount finally got to the point where it literally would not stay locked in anymore and from all the shaking it cracked where the screws from the bottom anchored into the top, I now have one of the most expensive, cutting edge detectors on the market held together with packing tape. It's pretty ridiculous given what I paid but, it still works.
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From the number of complaints, it is a design flaw. Some percentage of Max units will have the case split and the LED cover pop off due to the vibration and stress. If you send it in to Escort, they will fix everything for free and give you a new mount, but it is annoying. Better bet is a Valentine V1 with the YaV1 smartphone app. You can find more info and HONEST reviews here: http://www.rdforum.org/forum.php
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The one I had (and returned) did not rattle at all. I suspect yours is defective. One comment not picked up by the "Reviews" is that it's not easy/quick to release it from the window compared to the redline because of the position of the release button. Lot of deign/eng flaws.
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The passport clicks when it's mounted correctly. You can't remove it unless you mash the release button
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I don't use the provided mount. I have placed Velcro on the dash and unit - it is much more secure, has a lower profile from potential police and/or theft. Having it mounted this way it does not get into one's visual field and it works as it should.
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I just walked over and shook ours. I don't hear anything. No... perhaps you should exchange yours for a new one.
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It is not the lens covers rattling, it is the optical element unit inside, could be because of the image stabilization mechanism as Vincent stated, but whatever the part is, I find it impossible to believe that this the way a major manufacturer like Canon designed it. Probably the latch designed to hold it when powered off is broken and not grabbing it. That said I don
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I have not cracked the case, but it does not rattle. If it is a tilt switch I think I should be able to make it activate by swishing it sideways and I can't. Pure silicon accelerometers and position sensors are super cheap, so I'm guessing that it is one of the two.
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I haven't had any such issue. The only things I can think of are the obvious, like checking to make sure the stand is on a flat surface, shimming the feet as needed, trying to hear exactly where the rattling sound is coming from.
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I agree with dgminer and William Costley - it took a lot of force for me to get the socket of the clip securely onto the ball of the friction mount. The GPS will still vibrate a little, especially if you pivot it up off the base. I keep mine fairly low on the base to prevent this.
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I too noticed the rattling noise that you're describing. I did some research on the Web and found that it was nothing to worry about as the noise disappears when the lens is powered. However, should your lens continue to rattle once mounted and POWERED on, then return it for a replacement. Hope this helps
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Yeah there is a very little wiggle sound. If that's what you're hearing when you shake the lens that's fine. No need to worry! I have it on mine also and it works perfectly fine.
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Not sure on that. Seems like it should be fine. It really is a good mount. Clean looking too. I think it would be worth trying. If no go...send it back. Good Luck.
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I just shook mine and I didn't hear a rattle. Shouldn't be too much of a problem as long as it works.
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OMG I have this exact same problem. I thought it was something I did "wrong".Yes I keep tripping over it and it has become a hazard, such as when carrying hot liquids for example.And annoying to boot.
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I have noticed ,the base rattles when the seat isn't attached when I don't have the car seat on the base inside the car and I am driving around with my older kids and the baby isn't in the car. My husband installed the base so I'm not sure if it rattled like you say yours is doing.
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We've had ours for just over a year and never had the shaking noise issue. I had read that in a comment before buying but it seemed to be an anomaly. Ours has been great.
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Have not had an issue - installed mine about a month ago and it seems rock solid. The mount is not heavy at all so the weight would come from the V1
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let me clarify.My suction cup issues were with removing and reinstalling cups . i assume you kept the mount in one place during your oz trip ?
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My car rides smoothly on highways, but I haven't noticed any significant shaking on rougher roads with it holding a Garmin Nuvi 2555 (5" screen). You cannot shorten the cable without taking the lighter plugin part apart. I just wrapped the excess cable around the holder.
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No, it should never rattle! I think it depends as to whether you can hear a SMALL background whine or not. Mine is fine on the low speed, but has a very high-pitched background whine on the high speed. My husband can't hear it, but I can't stand it! Is yours still under warranty? Sounds like they should exchange it.