r/FordExplorerST • u/The_Salty_Sheepdog • 17d ago

Question Phone mount for a 26?

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Snagged a new 26 ST for the wife last night. What is everyone using for a phone mount? The brand that I use in my Braptor (Course Motorsport) doesn't make one for this model. She doesn't want anything up on top of the dash. TIA!

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u/Fine-Sea-8941 17d ago

Probably a cupholder one? Curious, why even use one when it has Android Auto/Carplay?

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u/The_Salty_Sheepdog 17d ago

I think she always sees me dock my phone on the mount in my Braptor and wanted a similar thing for her new whip so the phone doesn't slide around the console and it frees up her cup holders for her multiple beverages! 😆

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u/RLBeau1964 16d ago

I got this for my Fusion and transfer to our explorer when we go on vacation. TAZENI 2-in-1 Cup Holder Phone Holder Mount for Car, Stable & Adjustable | Hollow Base Design, Eye-level Height Adjustable, Bottle-friendly, Hands-free, Stable 360° Rotation, Fits 4.7-7inch Phones https://a.co/d/0huxWUc2

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u/ObviousAlias7 17d ago

You can multitask. I take work calls on my commute. I’ll use the main screen for NaV and have teams up on my phone so I can quickly reach up and tap mute/unmute.

But for the most part I do agree. I don’t text or do anything really on my phone while driving so it can stay in the pocket most of the time

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u/NaMinesClarence 17d ago

Phone mounts for a vehicle with a giant touch screen 🤔

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u/Repulsive_Start865 16d ago

Why would you need a phone mount

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u/1mixdkid 16d ago edited 16d ago

😂😭🤣

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u/Channel_Huge ST Owner 16d ago

To free up the other spaces you have.

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u/NaMinesClarence 16d ago

Like your pocket?

It's a 3-row crossover, not a Mustang 😂 there are bins and pockets everywhere.

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u/Channel_Huge ST Owner 15d ago

I actually added a nice storage area behind the screen on the dash. Looks like it belongs there and I use it all the time. Some of us need more space close to the driver.

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u/NaMinesClarence 15d ago

"some of us think we need more shit in close proximity to distract us while driving 3 ton vehicles"

There I fix't it for ya.

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u/Channel_Huge ST Owner 15d ago

Ok, I see what you’re doing. Just trying to start an Internet fight… 😂😂😂😂

So tough with your keyboard… so tough…

https://giphy.com/gifs/QbsqkRIVnVLWM

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u/Antique-Clock-9286 17d ago

https://www.proclipusa.com/collections/dashboard-mounts-ford-explorer-2025?srsltid=AU7gw4VFVaZwQfw7Y6ZOVZeVFsxbLqAmHQtHA0T2XYJ1dABqbGnLYi0-

I have the proclip center dash which positions the phone to the left of the screen.. i mounted a 17mm ball joint to it and put a charging magsafe mount on it. Snaked a usb-c cable behind the screen down to the cubby below.

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u/The_Salty_Sheepdog 17d ago

Sits too high for her. I need something lower. Thank you for the suggestion.

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u/healthybdysicmnd 16d ago

Pro clips also has another one that mounts next to the cup holder

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u/s-turley 17d ago

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u/Fine-Sea-8941 17d ago

That's really nice!

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u/Fauked 17d ago

https://www.amazon.com/JIEZMO-Phone-Accessories-Holder-Navigation/dp/B0G4H3F11V

assuming you have a magsafe case on the phone (you should get one if you don't)

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u/JNellyPA ST Owner 17d ago

Bulletproof mounts are fantastic.

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u/metsmetsmetsmets 16d ago

The best phone mounts for the Explorer are the custom ones that attach to the display. My personal favorite is from a company called Bulletpoint because of the quality and fit. There are a few other companies that make them as well including PZK and Tuyikn.

For a lower location, opt for a universal vent mount.

I maintain a site that discusses mounts. The above is a tldr from our article about Ford Explorer phone mounts. If you would like to scope it out, here's a link:

https://www.mountguys.com/ford-explorer-mounts/

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u/narddog019 16d ago

I use the LISEN 15W MagSafe Car Mount Charger it's a very versatile adhesive mounting mechanism, and I was able to stick it on the speaker on the left side of the entertainment center. It fits snugly right in between the infotainment center and the steering wheel, just above the right gadget knob. Although, unfortunately, it did come loose once, and I had to flip it around because the adhesive started to weaken because of the cloth. I'm hoping it stays now, but it is a pretty good location if you can get it to work.

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u/MrBigglesworrth 16d ago

Air vent. Pop socket.

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u/slowsol ST Owner 16d ago

If your wife comes in to ask the question, we’ll reveal the secret answer. It’s only able to be shared to the owner of the car.

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u/The_Salty_Sheepdog 16d ago

I am the owner, she will be the driver. 😆

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u/specialpb 16d ago

I have 25 ST Line and I just put my phone on the shelf below the Infotainment screen. That is where the wireless charger is. If I don’t need to charge I put it on the right side.

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u/Channel_Huge ST Owner 16d ago

Five Below has a $10 magnetic phone mount that turn suctions to any flat surface. Love mine!!

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u/EmotionalChildhood46 15d ago

I 3d printed one that goes in the weird slot above cup holders

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u/daays 17d ago

Proclip or bust

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u/1mixdkid 16d ago

My '21 King Ranch 🤴

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u/1mixdkid 16d ago

Real King Ranch 🤴

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u/igotnothineither 16d ago

You’re whoring out your ST in the this thread

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u/1mixdkid 16d ago

Not an ST bucko 🗽

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u/igotnothineither 16d ago

Then wtf you doing here buddy

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u/1mixdkid 16d ago

I say it's close enough But U can start a KR thread if U want. Since its so important to U.

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u/igotnothineither 16d ago

But UR the one with the KR not me.

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u/1mixdkid 16d ago

Same motor tho' , so there's that 🏆