The BEST solution for the TERRIBLE design STARLINK Gen3 pole mount!

[@laurencejoaquin3675]

This was a great help and thank you for passing the information along, sorry to hear you discovered the pole mount sucks "the hard way" but you've saved me and probably many others from the same fallacy. Hopefully you'll be repaid in positive karma (if you believe in that like I do). Crazy how Starlink skimped on the pole mount thought process, that recess should be at least 4 times as deep!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@matthewhigh3192]

Just completed the wall mount to Camco flag pole setup as described here. I can confirm it’s quite sturdy. In addition to the foil tape (3 wraps around), I did drill out to put a bolt through the pole and mount. Thanks for the video and tips!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@steveandmary]

I received my new Starlink Gen 3 today with a brand new pole mount. I was expecting the shallow pole mount I kept seeing on KZbin. But to my surprise they have fixed the pole mount. It's about 2+ inches deep and has 2 set screws. I love it. Now I don't have to buy a 3rd party mount.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I did hear they revised the original design like I got.

[@RuffNItRVlife]

I like it, full time RV and needed some solutions. Well you delivered! Thanks for putting in the work and posting it for others to see.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Thanks👍🏻👍🏻

[@jodyworkman1]

Just wanted to thank you! I had ordered the pole mount, watched your video and was able to get a full refund from Starlink since it was still within 30 days. Got an email today that the wall mount has shipped!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Hope it works out👍🏻👍🏻

[@jpennington43]

Perfect! I've been searching for an answer for two days on-line and you gave me what I want. Btw ... NICE SHOP!! Thanks Brian!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Cheers! Glad this could maybe help!

[@robint288]

Brian....First of all this is brilliant! I am doing pole mount at the house and hunted everywhere for a worthy pole. I never considered a flag pole...plus it telescopes which should help with all the trees we have!! I can't figure out if this is the high performance or not. I cannot figure out how to set it up. Starlink said I had to "drill holes"! Why would I need to drill holes, when the supposed holder already has bolts and holes. It's so confusing. Too bad we can't reach out to you to walk us through this. Thanks for the great video!!

[@waynegenewick8570]

Thru bolt is always a good idea for the wind that always seems to come up when you least expect it. I use one on my back porch umbrella. Great idea Brian!!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@gw2780]

Awesome!! You're a genius! I just cancelled my pipe mount order, and ordered the wall mount. Thanks man! :-)

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@rodneythompson4264]

Looks great. Can you please tell me the model of the flag pole and where you purchased it, please?

[@sondrax]

“… the worst idea in the history… of ANYTHING!” Worth the whole video for that one line! (And we concur Sir!)

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

😂😂 thanks

[@Bubbles_Bubbles_Bubbles]

I think slavery was a bad idea.

[@chrystaltanksley1911]

I actually had ordered the pole mount AND house mount so I could get a pole I incorrectly assumed would lock in to the pole mount…well as we know I was wrong lol I will return the crappy pole mount and keep the house mount as well and follow your process! Ty!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@thomasruns]

Thank you! This is EXACTLY what I needed to see. I was struggling with the lack of pipe mount options for the gen 3 and was wondering if I could use the piece from the wall mount and just attach it to a pole.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@jimfalin2209]

Thanks for the help. Like you, my first thought was that this thing is horribly inadequate!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@chriskfqd]

Brilliant solution, and just the one i was looking for. Thank you!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Glad it helped👍🏻👍🏻

[@northfield813]

I just got my wall mount you suggested. I wont get to mount it until the weekend but I can already tell its going to work great....Thank you

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@dawnwar2105]

Okay Brian, I found you because I wad looking for a solution to my Starlink set up. Of course now I have watched a bunch of your videos. I am currently in the DFW area doing my modifications to my TT. All of my material arrived today and will try my Starlink set up! Thanks for the ideas!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Awesome! Howdy neighbor😉👍🏻

[@dawnwar2105]

Ps worked perfectly thank you so much!!

[@366drew]

I feel your frustration on such an expensive piece of equipment good advice 👍

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@interstate5trucker]

I have the Flag Pole Buddy telescoping flag pole, I bought the Starlink adapter from Flag Pole Buddy. It just came in the mail yesterday, I haven’t even opened the box yet. The Flag Pole Buddy adapter is $49.99 plus shipping ($12 for me).

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I can’t use a flagpole buddy because I do t have a ladder to attach it to.

[@debbauer4738]

OMG! You are a lifesaver! I struggled with Starlinks pole mount adapter for 6 hours trying to get a pole to stay in it tight enough that it would stay. I totally agree with you on their very poor engineering of this product. I am ordering the wall mount right now! Thanks so much!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@tmtex]

Yes, helps alot. We are about to join the starlink group

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@yiios851]

Hello. Great advice. Could you list the products you bought, with regard to the telescoping pole and tape? Thanks!

[@yiios851]

Nevermind. You mentioned... the Campco telescoping flag pole. Thanks again

[@robertnowak7098]

Great video, can you please tell us the inner and outer diameter of the end of the flag pole you atted the dish too,.. many thanks

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I’ll try to get the measurement next time I pickup the RV. I keep the flagpole in there in storage at the moment.

[@foundmonster]

this is legit. thanks for making this video. I have the gen 2 dish with the motor, and im considering selling it because it is very bulky bringing it along on overlanding trips. it's large and heavy. knowing that this is the other option + the mini helps understand the options and what I need to anticipate.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@mariaicb]

I’m glad I made the mistake of buying the wall mount, because after trying it out we will put it in a pole… thanks… you help me

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@markyoung5145]

I'm getting ready to buy a gen 3 and plan to install it on a pole and attach it to my rv ladder. But I have a question about the gen3. I don't want to have to climb the ladder to get it perfectly aligned. Is that an issue?

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I just rotate the flagpole by hand until it is aligned.

[@PavlockProducts]

I wish I saw your video before purchasing that useless pole mount. Thanks for the great video!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@davidalvarado8714]

I went ahead and drilled a center hole to thread the cable through. Plus, I repurposed the Dish network post to attach to the satellite Starlink and threaded the cable through the post.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@esiebert7625]

I have a gen2 dish I bought for camping to replace my portable weboost setup. The pole mount on the gen2 works great, it has 3 screws to push up against the pole. I use an Amazon basics speaker mount tripod as my dish holder as it’s portable and I can use it anywhere. Only used it twice, don’t really see a need to upgrade to gen3.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I woulda bought the gen2, but you can’t even order those now

[@barrycbauer]

I appreciate your video, thank you. Since Gen 3 has to be manually positioned, how much manual repositioning is involved if the unit is pole mounted on a RV ladder in a fairly windy environment? I’m debating buying a new Gen 2 satellite dish instead of a Gen 3 unit.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

The mount itself on the Starlink puts the dish at the right angle when you raise it up. All I have to do is twist the pole to point it in the right direction and then tighten down the pole in the bumper mount I have. Have never had any issues with it getting out of alignment👍🏻

[@deltabravo1257]

Awesome idea! The first line in your description has a typo - It has CAMPCO. The correct spelling is CAMCO.

[@thomasthompson9237]

Your shop is awesome 👍

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Thanks👍🏻

[@xtbro78]

Great idea & looks strong. I think they've put out a "new & improved" version of the pipe mount lately, but I still think your's is better.

[@astudentpilotlife]

I juat bought my kit today and didnt know theres a single screw one. Mine came with a deeper hole and two screw. I tight it so well and did think about drilling only one of them. But I was too lazy to do it today, lol

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I think they have since changed the design from when I got this. Good thing though.

[@astudentpilotlife]

@BrianWatersOutdoors I think so but I did saw a few older boxer of these but luckily I pick up the nice looking box. Also, do you know what's the max wind these pipe holder can hold or withstand?

[@garykowalski2746]

What is the OD on the stub of the standard wall mount and how did you separate it from the part that is connected to the wall?

[@ToddNiedringhaus]

This configuration works with the camco flagpole. I returned the Harbor Freight flagpole because there was too much play between the g3 mast and pole.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@curtcrego2503]

Todd, I was considering the Harbor Freight pole and I am now reconsidering base in your comment. How much play was there vs the Camco pole? Any possibility to snug it up with a through bolt?

[@csavol]

What's the outside diameter of the wall mount shaft. I was going to buy the pole mount kit but no way it would stand up to the winds in south alabama. I have a existing pole I was going to mount it to

[@scottschmok1405]

same question. does anyone know the outside diameter of the wall mount shaft that inserts into the flagpole?

[@dustyculberston1613]

This is very helpful. I'm ordering the exact setup you showcased. Would you be willing to provide a link for the thru bolt setup you suggest using?

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I just used a 1/4” stainless steel bolt, drilled a hole through the pole and ran the bolt through with a lock washer and stop nut. Works great👍🏻

[@TheTbyrd85]

So you’re not sing the regular home starlink for your camper? I’m wanting to get starlink for my fifth wheel and was wondering if I could use the home kit instead or the roam kit

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I’m using the “roam” version

[@Danbotics]

Do you have any measurements of the diameter of that wall mount pipe? I just bought a Starlink kit and I was intending to buy the pole mount to attach the dish to an existing TV antenna fascia mount on my house but now I’m tempted to buy the wall mount kit instead. I think my existing pole has a 32mm outer diameter?

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I do t right now, sorry. I keep this in my RV and she’s in storage right now.

[@tomrut3653]

I did the same but used the roof mount, I have a video on my channel. I guess now they do have a redesigned one available.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@soopark3277]

Hi! Does the new standard wall mount kit of gen 3 can fit the kickstand of gen 2?

[@ruffu3]

Thanks for the information. Silly question, how does the Gen 3 with kickstand mount to the wall mount.. As I haven't seen this piece. Thanks

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

You have to remove the kickstand plate and use the plate that comes with the wall mount. 👍🏻

[@KragonPebble]

Thank you, this is great information. Can anyone confirm, what's the inner diameter of the top of the Camco pole, and the outer diameter of the Starlink pole?

[@michaeleconomides4054]

How can I mount the Camco flag pole to the side of my vacation cabin, so that it points straight up and not angled? I want to be able to mount / dismount the Starlink dish as I come and go by accessing the pole from ground level (no ladder).

[@rickwookie]

They must have redesigned the part since your video, as I had one today and it’s now 45 mm deep with two hex-drive bolts.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I did hear they realized how terrible this design was and were going to redesign it. Guess you got lucky with the new version👍🏻

[@claytonschase]

Thanks for the video. Cool that you can use it for the pole and or wall mount.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@dunkmckenzieMCK]

This is REALLY COOL, many thanks for sharing your idea. I am curious: is the wall mount 'mast' 1.5" diameter at its thicker point ( above your alu tape?) just like the old standard actuated dish arms were? it looks like it. If so, I can buy this and use it in my current fishing rod holder on my boat. Please let me know . Also curious about the length of that short mast in the wall mount kit, to know how deep it would go in my rod holder. Many thanks

[@MrCantThinkOfName]

What was the point of putting it on a flagpole? I was going to put one on my roof but am now curious if it makes a big difference because I have a lot of tall trees around my house.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I have to get it up and over my RV. I’ve got a bumper mount flag pole holder and then use the flagpole to put the Starlink up and off the ground.

[@wireguy123]

We have an under eve mount and also found it a hassle ..whats the diamider of the mount

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Sorry, don’t know for certain. I keep the pole in storage with the RV

[@jeffcross1]

OK, I have everything and cant get the stupid cap off the top of the flagpole. Did you just break it off?

[@jeffcross1]

Nevermind, just a little force solves

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

If I remember right, there was a small screw I had to remove, but I didn’t have any issues getting the cap off. Might need to pry it slightly off with a flathead screwdriver or something.

[@grantberkery8830]

Just subscribed, do you have video that shows your whole camper pole setup in place?

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Thanks! I do t in “detail”. A few videos ago I posted my wife and I installing the bumper hitch mount and flagpole holder. I’ll try and get a more detailed video of the whole setup on the next video we take out the RV

[@krokk4life]

great idea. thanks. now if i can just get this in 1 day before I leave for the ranch

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@curtcrego2503]

Are you able to turn the pole and then lock it in place for alignment once it is in the air?

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Yes. I can turn the pole for alignment and then lock it in👍🏻

[@curtcrego2503]

Do you know if the standard pivot mount mast is the same size as the wall mount? I wouldn’t be able to use the wall mount, but could use the pivot mount if I decided to mount it at home.

[@jakemcclellan8399]

Good job young man. Even i understand what you were saying and doing. Is that top mount metal or plastic? And the bolt going all the way through is a great idea. Thank You for sharing your video Jake McClellan The Oregon Boy 👦

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Thank you Jake👍🏻

[@dclarkcountry]

my nephew didn't get either mount with his gen3, so he ordered the pole adapter, has t been updated?

[@xxdarkpersonaxx9496]

I bought the roof pivot mount but it come with that same base that goes in the dish, I was gonna drill it in my roof but I don’t wanna do that now so I’m gonna get a pole and just mount it on my porch instead

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@davidcatton3928]

Thank you for this. I was wondering if you can give a link to where you found the first bushing you showed us at 1:48 of the video? I have been searching Etsy but can't find it.

[@Amaliovh]

Will the wall mount click into my gen 2 Starlink pole I already have ???

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I’m not sure. I don’t have a gen 2 to test.

[@vickislittlerascals-doggyd6617]

Hi Brian- I just bought the Gen 3… brand new Starlink user. We have a rural business. I want to buy some sort of flagpole set up that I can put in the ground permanently. I was watching the video and appreciate the advice on the wall mount. Can you provide links for the materials that you bought? My other question on this might seem silly - does the flagpole nest and extend? The reason I’m asking is that can you retract the flagpole so that it’s short enough to put the Starlink on top and then extend it to however many feet tall you want it to be? Our plan is not to have the Starlink out all the time because there has been theft in the area. I assumed it will lock it up and when we arrive at the workspace in the morning, we will put the Sterling on top of the flag both the day and then put it back away. So I was just wondering , without needing a ladder if there was an easier way to to adjust the height of the flagpole for putting the Starlink on

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

The flagpole I bought does “extend” so you can raise it up after you install the Starlink. I’ll put a link in this vid description for the flagpole I bought. I can’t send a link for the Starlink wall mount, but you can log into your account in Starlink and go to the shop and find the wall mount in there. Hope that helped.

[@darksidemachining]

Informative video. Checked out your channel for a follow up on this system in use in the field. Nothing so far.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Haven’t had to use it yet, first time out with the RV and we had full hookups to use. 👍🏻

[@AT-qe5wf]

I have had similar frustration with Starlink mounts. For an outfit like Starlink to supply such cheesy mounts makes me wonder who the engineer is that is designing these. Almost, as if, the engineer is a government employee dropout. I am not down on Starlink per se, just some of the crappy minor details that are not thought through in design. Those engineers designing these things have never been out in the real world doing things hands on.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@ronhutton9739]

That’s a dang good idea, thank you so much

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@Noisycowonline]

Gen3? Will this work with the current business/performance dish? Same mount?

[@whisps1]

The Flagpole Buddy mount looks like a good option too and a bit cheaper.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Those are great if you have a ladder on your rig. Our rv does not have a ladder though

[@clarencewiles963]

This is a great idea and wind 🌬️ stable Thumbs up 👍

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@RV_twidlr]

I have a different flag pole than the Camco.. What is the inside diameter of the one you use so I can check to see if mine is the same.

[@Steve-Goff]

You’re a pretty clever fellow. I wonder if you could’ve cut out the plastic bottom of the gen 3 plate and drilled a hole in the top of your flag pole. That bolt would then go through both things

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Still be pretty thin to hold a dish in high winds.

[@rsmith5504]

Thanks for the great idea. This saved my lunch.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@baic261]

Does this also work with the Harbor Freight Flag Pole?

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I’m not certain if the poles are the same size

[@tombruce5758]

Just got my pole adapter, much different then what you have. Much deeper with 2 screws

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Guess they are on version 2.0 since I got mine👍🏻

[@ak6143]

Do u have a part number For the wall mount

[@marsailmar2]

I'm an installer who just went to a customers house and looked at the Gen 3 and was shocked at how cheap and flimsy it was. SL just thinks people will set it outside in the yard with an edge sitting in the dirt and it won't be thrashed by the elements, the dog, the kids? I told them "Sorry, I can't roof mount this. You'll need to order SL's accessory mount". Thanks a lot Elon and your crap engineering team.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@gorvyourself]

Nice idea. Looks great!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@hammer-r]

Looks great for when I get my dish for my Rv. Tks.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@forrestshaw1890]

I’ll use your link. You should be comped! What’s the inner diameter of the Camco pole? It’s not mentioned on Amazon. And yes…THE STARLINK PIPE ADAPTER IS CRAP! You just saved me from ordering one. Starlink “Rocket Scientists” outsourced accessories obviously

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I’m not sure, sorry. I’d check but the pole is stored in my RV which is in storage

[@keithjacobson4493]

Why not just use the original parts but drill a hole in the existing pipe (or flagpole) and screw the original bolt through the newly drilled hole?

[@bogieman101]

You are so right. That first mount is moronic, and it is hard to believe an engineer designed it and even worse it was approved. Must be the engineer rejects from SpaceEx.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@soniayoung7531]

Heyy Brian thanks for the review, great idea a through bolt knowing you you always fine a salutation lol,thanks for sharing 😊

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@sekaf4125]

great idea. I have friends that need to miss trees

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@jetguat]

I have similar, almost, concern. I want to use the wall mount or possibly a different 3rd party all mount. but my concern is the starlink pipe adapter. so I think thinking of using the starling wall mount for that solid connection from dish to power. then try and find an alternative universal pipe adapter to create essentially a longer mast extension than what comes with the starling wall mount. In your case you just took the mask extension into the campco. I want to possible cut the extension, and insert a pipe to create a longer mast extension. Think that might work ?

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

I think that should work fine👍🏻

[@fernwehchronicle]

Thank you! … now about that BLUETTI cooler 😁

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

😂😂

[@stevenlewis4887]

Yesss!!! Thank you!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@pchris6662]

Good to know! Thanks

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@allisterdavidson9805]

Best pole mounts are made here in Australia. Click Data & Wifi make them. Superior Fits any pole up to 50mm in diameter. We don't even bother to buy and use Starlink mounts here now...straight to Click.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@Coppercustomz]

As soon as you lifted that base to the camera 👀 and my head tilted sideways.. Damn, maybe Elon isn’t so smart🤯🤯

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

😂👍🏻👍🏻

[@lopezje80]

I'm putting you on blast on X and tagging Elon. Thank you brother.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

😂😂😂😂👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@DerekFowler1973]

That is a great idea! Thanks for a great video!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@scottmathisen9698]

Genius...thank you

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@TheKeebster1]

Obviously Starlink wants you to drill a complete hole in the pole - hence why there's a V on the opposite side of the bolt hole. It's a recess for the bolt to snug up after going through the entire pole. It's not a terrible design - people just aren't smart enough to use a perfectly designed accessory correctly. 🤦‍♂

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

It IS a terrible design. Couldn’t disagree with your comment more, but that’s okay.

[@dukebeach1]

I think you’re right and there are other comments that SL says that’s the proper use. I certainly won’t rely on compression. I’ll drill through. Easier than buy more stuff.

[@JosephNorton-w5q]

1/2 deep,how secure really? That's the tip of the poll I see his point

[@caravanstuff2827]

Yeah it is a 💩 design...you can see it's to shallow we're the pipe fits and unlike the other adapter it has zero reinforcing...a decent Storm the dish is a flying saucer for sure!!!.❤️🇺🇲

[@renstillmann]

Agree on the design, but the engineers did a good job. It's very cool how this technology actually works under the hood. Mind boggling in fact.

[@dxndude3519]

Very good info, thanks!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@phillipsadorra2901]

i think they(Starlink) put female 1/4 screw underneath for convenience mounting in camera tripod.

[@caravanstuff2827]

Scary just how 💩 that adapter is...makes you wonder what else is 💩 with the dish... thanks for the tip my man!!!.❤️🇺🇲

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@williamsuttle3645]

Do a through bolt definitely.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@ryanlongino6505]

Great idea 👍👍

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@csanmarting]

conrgats from chile, ty for the video

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

Thanks👍🏻

[@andreaanderson5139]

Thank you very much it helped.

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@TomUlcak]

I had absolutely no problems installing mine on the roof. ??

[@johnmorrison4224]

Wish I had seen this two days ago!

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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[@theMekanik]

Kool Thanks!

No kidding I have the same thing and am blown away at the poor design of this adapter, this thing wouldn’t hold up under windy conditions

[@BrianWatersOutdoors]

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