Joe92GT

Thats the key with the V1, arrows and it counts.

I saw the mirror mount, and want to recreate it. The only problem is it is actually just a display built into the mirror. They then mount the v1 in a concealed dash pad, 3rd brake light, or something similar. I'm afraid to hack a part a 450 dollar V1 to see if I can get the sensors separate too. Then life would be good. If someone wants to volunteer one, I have a fully equipped electrical mod shop at work. I like mine too much to take it apart, and in NJ theres no need for stealth.

VetteLT193

The problem with the hidden systems is the sensors are mounted too low for great detection.

If it were my car, I'd wire in the V-1 high, like right below (or around) the rear view mirror. This way you don't see the cord and you get great detection. If you didn't know it already, the V1 uses standard phone cord as it's power line, so it's cheap and easy to install as much as you need to conceal everything. On top of that, you can upgrade the unit by sending it back. It's the only radar detector that actually holds it's value because of that feature.

Jassman

I actually just sent mine back to get that POP feature as well as a few suction cups, got it back in 4 days, from the day I sent it out. great company.

gerritm

Seems like the V1 is the way to go. Any good places to buy one reasonable and still get the upgrades? I like the idea of wiring it in direct above the mirror. The higher the better. It uses a standard phone wire cord? Nothing special to wire it direct?

Joe92GT

I think they only sell direct.

hunster

v1 is the best dashtop with passport close behind. They only sell direct ( owner is from the old passport/escort ). Get the remote display with it if thats the way you go. K40's new calibre system is the best built in and has a laser jammer (they do work). I've used the escort/bel pro remotes too , just not as fast to pick up from behind and no laser (lidar) jammer. A lidar reciever will just tell you youre getting a ticket! Don't bleieve the propoganda on radartest.com , If you read into it , they are very biased to escort and passport , the writer of the reviews works for passport!

gerritm

Thanks guys for the advice. I bought a V1 yesterday. I am going to hard wire it and suction mount it high above the rearview mirror.

gerritm

We have a bunch of small communities that all have their own police force. Within a 20 mile stretch of road that I travel every day there are at least 7 different police depts. that patrol the main highway. This is one of their main sources of income. They don't use lasers, just old fashioned radar. These are blatant speed traps. I generally don't speed, but the detector is more to remind me to slow down. It is so difficult to fight a ticket today, that any edge that this detector gives me will be a big help.

Joe92GT

I see a trend with police officer's opinions of radar detectors. I have many many police friends, and everyone has the same reaction as enforcer: "They don't work, we got you by the time it goes off".

I think the real thing is being on the other side of the gun, they don't know how to properly use a radar detector.

They do work, and have saved me from MANY tickets.

Basically, if they instant on you, and your the only car... well tough luck, but atleast you know they got you, and your prepared for the stop ahead.

If they instant on'd the car 1/2 mile ahead of you, then you got the beep to, and by the time they instant on you, your doing the speed limit. If the gun is left on, forget it.. I'm at the speed limit well before the gun registers anything. Laser is the better solution for law enforcement, but it is still not widely used for some reason (luckily).

Jassman

I agree with all of this, I will admit I speed over the posted limit,. but try and stay no more than 5-8 over. The detector let's just say keeps me in line.