OT & FOAK: Suction cups for cables

An odd one, I admit.

My SatNav has a TrafficMaster antenna which fixes to the inside of the
windscreen by means of two small (approx 23mm) clear plastic suction cups.
The problem is that one of them has developed a hole in the middle of it, so
no longer sticks to the screen. Just to make matters worse, the suction cups
have a circular hole drilled through the top that the cable passes through,
and the cable has a non-removable end cap, so I can't just thread on a new
one.

So, problem number 1. Halfords are claiming that it's "wear and tear mate",
despite being only 2 months old. Not too pleased about this, but never mind.
Noted for future reference.

Problem 2. I can't seem to find anywhere that will sell just spare rubber
suction cups! Maplin was by best hope, but no luck there.

Problem 3. If I *do* find said suction cup, it's going to have to be one
with a small cutout to clip the cable into place, as I can't thread it
through the hole.

I'm trying to contact Garmin to see if I can just blag a replacement antenna
(not hopeful!), but I was hoping the FOAK might be able to point me in the
direction of a supplier of these seemingly rare suction cups!

 

Can't you just smear a bit of clear non-hardening silicone over the
hole? Window frame or bathroom sealant should to the job.

--
Krusty
www.MuddyStuff.co.uk
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Try a pet shop (aquarium section) they sell little suckers for fixing small
pipe etc to the side of tanks. HTH

 

SOGA mate. Goods must be of merchantable quality.
**** Halfords off at the high port, demand replacement or a refund

 

Oh, good idea. Cheers, I'll give that a crack.

 

Whilst *I* know you're right, I just can't be arsed to argue with some
spotty "yoof" with freckles and acne about the complexities of consumer law.
I'll probably get round to emailing Halfords Head Office, but other than
that, the best thing I can do is not shop there again.

 

I see your point, but that what managers are for, if you're going to a pet
shop, do it via Halfrauds.