Radar Detector - Opinions wanted!
10-05-2006 | 10:35 AM
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Hi all,
Well, it's been a few months since I got my baby and have to say, love it more each day. My issue (won't say problem, cuz it's not) is that I do like to speed, as much as possible, whenever possible. So considering a radar detector. I did a search and saw some great instructions for mounting it near the rear view mirror but what I want/need to know is which model/brand of radar detector you use, have used etc. Also, the good, the bad, the ugly, etc.
I like the idea of the cordless one, I can't stand to have anything hanging in my line of sight while driving... so tips, suggestions thoughts, etc.... are greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
Well, it's been a few months since I got my baby and have to say, love it more each day. My issue (won't say problem, cuz it's not) is that I do like to speed, as much as possible, whenever possible. So considering a radar detector. I did a search and saw some great instructions for mounting it near the rear view mirror but what I want/need to know is which model/brand of radar detector you use, have used etc. Also, the good, the bad, the ugly, etc.
I like the idea of the cordless one, I can't stand to have anything hanging in my line of sight while driving... so tips, suggestions thoughts, etc.... are greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
10-05-2006 | 10:41 AM
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MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
Originally Posted by octee' post='341964' date='Oct 5 2006, 10:35 AM
Hi all,
Well, it's been a few months since I got my baby and have to say, love it more each day. My issue (won't say problem, cuz it's not) is that I do like to speed, as much as possible, whenever possible. So considering a radar detector. I did a search and saw some great instructions for mounting it near the rear view mirror but what I want/need to know is which model/brand of radar detector you use, have used etc. Also, the good, the bad, the ugly, etc.
I like the idea of the cordless one, I can't stand to have anything hanging in my line of sight while driving... so tips, suggestions thoughts, etc.... are greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
Well, it's been a few months since I got my baby and have to say, love it more each day. My issue (won't say problem, cuz it's not) is that I do like to speed, as much as possible, whenever possible. So considering a radar detector. I did a search and saw some great instructions for mounting it near the rear view mirror but what I want/need to know is which model/brand of radar detector you use, have used etc. Also, the good, the bad, the ugly, etc.
I like the idea of the cordless one, I can't stand to have anything hanging in my line of sight while driving... so tips, suggestions thoughts, etc.... are greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
Oh, did I mention I have the V1?
10-05-2006 | 10:42 AM
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='341965' date='Oct 5 2006, 01:41 PM
Haha... I like the way you think. Good to see you back on the board. Anyway, you will get a lot of replies that Valentine One (V1) is the BEST. And, they are right. It is. After you get the V1, do a search here for how to hardwire it. You'll find it in the DIY forum.
Oh, did I mention I haved the V1?
Oh, did I mention I haved the V1?
V1
10-05-2006 | 10:49 AM
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Thanks vegastrashed (still getting used to that and not calling you jiio) and quad_m... alright, I'll look into the V1... Does it come cordless? how about the Escort? Read on here (can't remember exact thread) that is the "top of the line"???
10-05-2006 | 10:58 AM
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My Ride: 2007 E63 AMG | Obsidian Black | Schwarzes Nappa | Black BirdEye Maple | Premium II Package | Electronic Trunk Closer | Parktronic
Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module
Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20
-----------------------------------------
2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav
Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
Originally Posted by octee' post='341973' date='Oct 5 2006, 10:49 AM
Thanks vegastrashed (still getting used to that and not calling you jiio) and quad_m... alright, I'll look into the V1... Does it come cordless? how about the Escort? Read on here (can't remember exact thread) that is the "top of the line"???
V1 does not come cordless. Just hardwire the V1. Picture is of Don Juan's setup. Mine looks exactly like this. Here is the link to the thread. http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=708&st=0
10-05-2006 | 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='341978' date='Oct 5 2006, 01:58 PM
Doesn't matter what you call me. There are still folks here that call me jiio. No biggie. Speaking of names, looks like I'll be headed back to Vegas soon and get trashed again.
10-05-2006 | 11:06 AM
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Originally Posted by octee' post='341973' date='Oct 5 2006, 01:49 PM
Thanks vegastrashed (still getting used to that and not calling you jiio) and quad_m... alright, I'll look into the V1... Does it come cordless? how about the Escort? Read on here (can't remember exact thread) that is the "top of the line"???
the best thing about V1 is it detects the radar gun`s laser beam from miles away even the road is
uneven it detects and warns you how far is it how many of them and strength!
http://www.986faq.com/7-0/v1.asp
10-05-2006 | 11:54 AM
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I love my Escort 8500 X50. Works great with very few false alarms. Lots of mags rate it higher than the V1, but I have no experience with the V1. V1 has the direction arrows which tell you which way the radar is coming from.
The Escort is about $300.
The Escort is about $300.