What to Do When the Car Dash Cam Won't Stick?
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Solutions for a car dash cam that won't stick: Crack an egg, apply the egg white to the windshield where the suction cup is to be placed, and then attach the suction cup. This method generally prevents it from falling off easily. The principle is that suction cups tend to fall off because they are never perfectly flat, with some uneven areas. Egg white, being a relatively thick liquid, can compensate for this unevenness. The function of a dash cam is similar to that of a black box used in aircraft. Its working principle involves digitally recording and continuously updating the road conditions in front of, inside, and around the vehicle. The recorded data includes in-car audio, the vehicle's acceleration, steering, and braking, among others, to be used in investigating traffic accident liability.
My dash cam kept falling off the other day, which was really annoying. First, check if the suction cup has aged – plastic parts harden over time, reducing adhesion. Also, thoroughly clean the glass surface with alcohol wipes, as oil film and dust are major enemies of suction. In summer, when the car interior gets hot, you can soak the suction cup in warm water for a few minutes to restore its elasticity. If that doesn’t work, try using an electrostatic sticker as a temporary fix – just a few bucks for a sheet that sticks to the windshield, then attach the suction cup to it for extra stability. Eventually, I switched to a 3M adhesive-mounted bracket, which is much more durable than suction cups, so I don’t have to worry about the dash cam falling and blocking my view during long drives.
