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Old Jan 16, 2002 | 11:13 AM
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Thought I would let you know, I tapped into the wires going to the visor vanity mirror to get power for my radar detector and it worked like a charm. :D I used these wires because they get power only when the switch is on. The map lights on the mirror gets power every time you open the doors. Mounted the detector next to the mirror out of sight from outside the vehicle. Sorry, I don't have any pictures.
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Old Jan 16, 2002 | 02:10 PM
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I like that method/location, very stealth.

Though I got power from the mirror light that is on when ignition is on, I too mounted my detector under the header just to the left of the mirror.
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Old Jan 16, 2002 | 03:32 PM
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I like that method/location, very stealth.

Though I got power from the mirror light that is on when ignition is on, I too mounted my detector under the header just to the left of the mirror.
oohh.. good idea.... the very dim light that is on when the ignition is on... :cheers:
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Old Jan 16, 2002 | 10:58 PM
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Now guys, just what are you doing that you need radar detectors? :nono:


Just kidding - finally a use for the no no smiley. :blueangel:
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Old Jan 16, 2002 | 11:58 PM
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Well, of course I only use mine for traffic condition alerts...:bs
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Old Jan 17, 2002 | 09:58 AM
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With my luck, if the man is within 50 miles of me I will get caught. I haven't received many tickets but when I do get caught, it's always a fine, never a warning. :cry
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Old Jan 17, 2002 | 08:02 PM
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Look out in Texas, They just announced the Hwy Patrol just got radar detectors detectors, Illegal in Texas to use detectors--Besides we ALWAYS just drive the speed limit!! :blueangel:
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Old Jan 17, 2002 | 08:27 PM
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Don't mess with Texas - :seeya
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[quote/]finally a use for the no no smiley[/quote]

Making up a use for the no-no smiley is a :nono:

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