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Old 03-04-2010, 11:14 AM
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Anyone has any info on any good radar detectors. R they even legal in NYS? I want one if they are legal. Any good brands? Trust me its very easy to go over the speed limit behind that wheel. I dun even like to speed but i always find myself easily over 15-25 mph on the HUD. Any inputs are appreciated.
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It's the only way to go for a windshield mount detector. Check out the tests at Guys of Lidar This is the only set of truly objective tests independent of any advertisers/supporters/agendas.

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V1, and done
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+1 for v1. I've had it for more then a year and happy with it. Saved me few times
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V1. Now lock the thread
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Is there a good radar with navigation with it, I have seen a couple but don't know if its good or not.
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Personally, I would steer clear of that. Half of the navigation units I've used can even route properly, nevermind warn me of pending doom.
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K so the V1 can detect the guns and laser correct.
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