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Old 06-11-2009, 08:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Rudy' post='908657' date='Jun 11 2009, 11:49 PM
Although it looks cool/colorful, I don't think it's a "must for any V1 owners"...

I'm able to understand my V1 just fine without the need for fancy colors, etc. Also, keep in mind that Valentine offers pro-rated upgrades as they improve the design or add features. I'm sure once this mod is performed, they would tell you to start over again and buy a new unit if you wanted an upgrade.
I understand this concern, but I decided the additional cost of any future upgrades did not outweigh the benefit of this mod. In fact, the modifier told me former customers have received upgrades without incident. I guess it's not for everyone, but I feel the units should come this way.
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That's not a must ... if you're serious about a V1 mod, check this out:
Note: The mirror is simply sitting on the dash for demonstration.

I believe he's selling the mirror for $499. The best part is at 0:38 marker
Let me know if you're interested and I'll put you in touch with him

It's a great mod, especially in states (such as VA) where it's illegal to use a radar detector.
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wow.. that's like a since fiction already. i wonder how did they do that. nice find.
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Originally Posted by mrfva' post='908692' date='Jun 12 2009, 12:08 AM
That's not a must ... if you're serious about a V1 mod, check this out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ke6YOdDbap0
Note: The mirror is simply sitting on the dash for demonstration.

I believe he's selling the mirror for $499. The best part is at 0:38 marker
Let me know if you're interested and I'll put you in touch with him

It's a great mod, especially in states where the radar is banned.
That reminds me of this thread from many moons ago...
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=4990
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Originally Posted by Rudy' post='908699' date='Jun 11 2009, 11:14 PM
That reminds me of this thread from many moons ago...
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=4990
It's similar, but the nice feature with this one is that nothing is visible when you turn the unit off.
Check out 0:38 marker in the vid.
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Originally Posted by mrfva' post='908692' date='Jun 11 2009, 11:08 PM
That's not a must ... if you're serious about a V1 mod, check this out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ke6YOdDbap0
Note: The mirror is simply sitting on the dash for demonstration.

I believe he's selling the mirror for $499. The best part is at 0:38 marker
Let me know if you're interested and I'll put you in touch with him

It's a great mod, especially in states (such as VA) where it's illegal to use a radar detector.
GB!! Hook it up Franklin.
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Originally Posted by DRANGED' post='908704' date='Jun 12 2009, 12:16 AM
GB!! Hook it up Franklin.
HAHA
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Originally Posted by DRANGED' post='908704' date='Jun 11 2009, 11:16 PM
GB!! Hook it up Franklin.
If we can generate enough interest, I'd be more than happy to talk to him.
No profit for me, of course. In fact, I don't even have a V1, I'm running with an 8500i.

Let me know who's interested... get a list going and we'll see
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The mirror display is for a completely different purpose than the colored lights.

I'm doing it. Jason - Send me this guys info, based on your transaction.
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Originally Posted by mrfva' post='908692' date='Jun 11 2009, 11:08 PM
That's not a must ... if you're serious about a V1 mod, check this out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ke6YOdDbap0
Note: The mirror is simply sitting on the dash for demonstration.

I believe he's selling the mirror for $499. The best part is at 0:38 marker
Let me know if you're interested and I'll put you in touch with him

It's a great mod, especially in states (such as VA) where it's illegal to use a radar detector.
that is the sweetest thing ever....if i had a fast car i would get it in a second.


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