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Old Apr 16, 2005 | 02:29 PM
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Default Is this camera setup legal for Autocrossing?

It's a regular CCTV camera mount modified to the middle console frame of my car. It is very stable, but I got a funny feeling that it may not be legal. Thanks guys.
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Old Apr 16, 2005 | 03:22 PM
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I don't see a safety strap. But try getting it tech'd. Some people are more lenient than others.
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Old Apr 16, 2005 | 03:29 PM
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That's what I thought. Do I need to use an SCCA strap or will old stap do?
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Old Apr 16, 2005 | 04:57 PM
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Default Re: Is this camera setup legal for Autocrossing? (khmy2nr)

Any strap that will keep the camera from flying around will do - I use an old belt.

The picture doesn't show how the mount attaches to the car - is it bolted firmly?
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Old Apr 16, 2005 | 06:29 PM
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that's pretty cool, how did you get it on there? I'm not sure about legality, but as long as it won't fly off I'm sure you could get someone to give it a
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Old Apr 16, 2005 | 07:54 PM
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Are you using a wide angle for that? If not, your field of view might be too narrow.
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Old Apr 16, 2005 | 10:01 PM
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dont think it is DUNDADA
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Old Apr 16, 2005 | 11:20 PM
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Here is a pic of my camera setup...I use some old book bag strap and wrap it around the camera and mount. It not only passes tech but also minimizes the cameras vibration.

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Old Apr 18, 2005 | 02:04 AM
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Well here's a direct quote from the SCCA rulebook: "All loose items, inside and outside the car, must be removed. Passenger's seat back and squab shall be secured. Video cameras must be securely mounted if installed."

I can't see how it's installed in the picture but if it doesn't really move around I don't see it being a problem. Unless the official is a dick.
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Old Apr 18, 2005 | 05:23 AM
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Default Re: Is this camera setup legal for Autocrossing? (JackSkellington)

It's bolted in real good with to the frame of the car. It's not going anywhere. If I need to put a strap on so be it.
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Old Apr 18, 2005 | 07:07 AM
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You can get Cokin brand wide angle lenses with adaptors at Best Buy. Mine was $40 and works great. Helps shooting in a room too.
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Old Apr 18, 2005 | 09:03 AM
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Default Re: Is this camera setup legal for Autocrossing? (khmy2nr)

A rule of thumb we use, is that if you can physically shake the camera mount, and this results in shaking the car, then it's good.
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Old Apr 18, 2005 | 12:14 PM
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a weight (camera) on the end of a pole isn't going to be the most efficient design as far as picture vibration goes. even if it is stable enough to be legal, the camera will probably wobble like hell as you drive.

just my .02
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Old Apr 23, 2005 | 11:23 PM
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yah, cuz that don't look to sturdy of a seatup to me, but after a strap i think it should be fine
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