Securing a Notepad in a Truck with a Clamp Mount

Quick answer

To secure a notepad in your truck, use a clamp mount like the RAM Multi-Pad with a yoke or glare shield clamp base for a stable, accessible writing surface.

Diagnosis steps

• Symptom: Your notepad or clipboard slides, falls, or is hard to reach while driving.
• Likely cause: The notepad is resting on a seat or floor without a dedicated mount, or the mount you have does not grip the vehicle structure securely.
• Corrective action: Choose a clamp mount that fits your truck's available edge or rail. Attach the RAM Multi-Pad to the clamp base, then secure your notepad using the holder's magnets or spring clip. Test the mount by pressing firmly on the notepad; if it still wobbles, tighten the clamp or move to a different mounting point.
• Stop or choose another option: If no suitable clamp point exists, consider a drill-down mount on a flat surface or a suction cup mount on glass. Do not force a clamp where it could damage the vehicle or create a safety hazard.

Product facts

• RAM® Multi-Pad™ with Composite Yoke Clamp Mount: The RAM Multi-Pad with Composite Yoke Clamp Mount is designed for cars, trucks, or planes and includes integrated magnets and several mounting points. This gives you flexible placement options and keeps your notepad or documents organized without sliding around.

  

• RAM® Multi-Pad™ with Glare Shield Clamp Mount: The RAM Multi-Pad with Glare Shield Clamp Mount uses a short B-size arm and a glare shield clamp ball base to hold the notepad holder. The glare shield clamp is ideal if you need to mount near the windshield or overhead, keeping your writing surface within easy reach.