New (to me) 16 LX570
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New (to me) 16 LX570
Finally got my rig after trading in my 2012 BMW 750Li that spent 2+ months out of the 38 months I owned it back at the dealer getting a dictionary's worth of issues "fixed". Thank goodness for BMW CPO and their $50 deductible.
Anyways the specific question I have is where does everyone who has a large phone mount theirs?? I have a Note9, and other than resorting to cheap magnetic vent mounts or the not quite sturdy cd slot holders I can't seem to pinpoint where exactly to put the phone. Cup holder is the only way if I lay it flat on its side. Thinking of getting a Pro Clip vehicle specific solution, but it's pricey and I'm not a fan of the location. Any helpful hints would be greatly appreciated!
Anyways the specific question I have is where does everyone who has a large phone mount theirs?? I have a Note9, and other than resorting to cheap magnetic vent mounts or the not quite sturdy cd slot holders I can't seem to pinpoint where exactly to put the phone. Cup holder is the only way if I lay it flat on its side. Thinking of getting a Pro Clip vehicle specific solution, but it's pricey and I'm not a fan of the location. Any helpful hints would be greatly appreciated!
Last edited by ssagaji; 10-22-18 at 04:27 PM.
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Finally got my dream car after trading in my 2012 BMW 750Li that spent 2+ months out of the 38 months I owned it back at the dealer getting a dictionary's worth of issues "fixed". Thank goodness for BMW CPO and their $50 deductible.
Anyways the specific question I have is where does everyone who has a large phone mount theirs?? I have a Note9, and other than resorting to cheap magnetic vent mounts I can't seem to pinpoint where exactly to put the phone. Cup holder is the only way if I lay it flat on its side. Thinking of getting a Pro Clip vehicle specific solution, but it's pricey and I'm not a fan of the location. Any helpful hints would be greatly appreciated!
Anyways the specific question I have is where does everyone who has a large phone mount theirs?? I have a Note9, and other than resorting to cheap magnetic vent mounts I can't seem to pinpoint where exactly to put the phone. Cup holder is the only way if I lay it flat on its side. Thinking of getting a Pro Clip vehicle specific solution, but it's pricey and I'm not a fan of the location. Any helpful hints would be greatly appreciated!
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I had the exact same question you do. I did research and went with Magnet Mount. I got the one that wirelessly charges the phone. I just ordered a few days ago, so I can't give you any personal insight yet. If everything works as they say, I may be very happy. Keep in mind, I am not saying buy one, it's just the only solution that looked good to me. Here is the website.
https://themagnetmount.com/collectio...charging-mount
https://themagnetmount.com/collectio...charging-mount
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LOL, the LX570 sure is thirsty!!!
No so bad at costant highway speeds. City stop and go traffic it drops down to single digits mpg!! Must pay to play!!!
No so bad at costant highway speeds. City stop and go traffic it drops down to single digits mpg!! Must pay to play!!!
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As far as the phone mount, I have yet to find a better solution than an AC vent mount. Takes up very little space when not in use, out of line of sight without a phone, shows Google Maps in full view in landscape (better than factory nav). Like you, I wasn't interested in any cheesy semi permanent or magnetic mounts that require a bulky attachment to the phone. Takes only a few seconds to remove or put in place, but as the black version blends in pretty well with the vents and is narrow enough to allow air to pass, I leave it in.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/WX271-360-A...-/322285439855
https://www.ebay.com/itm/WX271-360-A...-/322285439855
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The Pro Clip systems are vehicle-specific and you purchase the mount and the phone holder separately.
Mount:
https://www.proclipusa.com/product/8...-console-mount
Phone Holders:
https://www.proclipusa.com/device/ph...-galaxy-note-9
Mount:
https://www.proclipusa.com/product/8...-console-mount
Phone Holders:
https://www.proclipusa.com/device/ph...-galaxy-note-9
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The Pro Clip systems are vehicle-specific and you purchase the mount and the phone holder separately.
Mount:
https://www.proclipusa.com/product/8...-console-mount
Phone Holders:
https://www.proclipusa.com/device/ph...-galaxy-note-9
Mount:
https://www.proclipusa.com/product/8...-console-mount
Phone Holders:
https://www.proclipusa.com/device/ph...-galaxy-note-9
Looks like a cheap Ebay Made in China vent clip for $5 is the most cost effective solution that makes sense for me. Now whether or not it actually manages to hold my phone or not is a whole other issue lol...
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My point exactly $30 for the mount and say another $30 or so depending on the type of phone holder is way too much to spend on a vehicle specific solution. Plus I hated the location of it and for me using a ProClip mount blocked the fingerprint unlock feature on my phone.
Although I would also say $60 total for a system is not too much to spend for most, if said system is one that aesthetically and functionally suits their needs. In perspective, $1,000 cell phone in a $100,000 car using a $60 mount...to each their own!
Yeah, I refuse to use my phone in the car except via bluetooth and no screen use...I'm old school and prefer to unplug while driving. But I have used some magnets in the past with some success...just not helpful for you as they weren't in the LX.
Last edited by fosterelli; 10-24-18 at 09:53 AM.
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My point exactly $30 for the mount and say another $30 or so depending on the type of phone holder is way too much to spend on a vehicle specific solution. Plus I hated the location of it and for me using a ProClip mount blocked the fingerprint unlock feature on my phone.
Looks like a cheap Ebay Made in China vent clip for $5 is the most cost effective solution that makes sense for me. Now whether or not it actually manages to hold my phone or not is a whole other issue lol...
Looks like a cheap Ebay Made in China vent clip for $5 is the most cost effective solution that makes sense for me. Now whether or not it actually manages to hold my phone or not is a whole other issue lol...
I agree $60 is way to much for a phone holder. If I do answer a call, it's via bluetooth. Text messages and the internet are ignored if I'm in the truck, unless stopped and parked.
If I do actually use the phone, it's in the GPS mode using a beanbag pillow pad with a suction cup mount on the top side.
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$12 with AMAZON free shipping.
We found these to be very sturdy.
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We found these to be very sturdy.
Please see below:
https://eur03.safelinks.protection.o...%3D&reserved=0
I was gonna' comment on not having the screen line-of-sight with the view through the windshield, but OP answered that concern.
I agree $60 is way to much for a phone holder. If I do answer a call, it's via bluetooth. Text messages and the internet are ignored if I'm in the truck, unless stopped and parked.
If I do actually use the phone, it's in the GPS mode using a beanbag pillow pad with a suction cup mount on the top side.
I agree $60 is way to much for a phone holder. If I do answer a call, it's via bluetooth. Text messages and the internet are ignored if I'm in the truck, unless stopped and parked.
If I do actually use the phone, it's in the GPS mode using a beanbag pillow pad with a suction cup mount on the top side.
Last edited by lexusrus; 10-24-18 at 11:51 PM.
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Newly tinted finally feels complete - for stage 1. Stage 2 would be the dual side exit JDM Wald exhaust and final stage still being debated would be 24" wheels lol. Time to save up...