Valentine 1 Hardwire
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Valentine 1 Hardwire
I'm going to get a Valentine 1 in a month or so and I was wondering how hard it is to wire it up so I don't have the wire hanging in the cig lighter all the time. Also does anyone have pics of there's. It's a 04. Thanks
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Here's a link I used in the Tech Tips section on hardwiring the V1.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...=165&TopicID=1
https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...=165&TopicID=1
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Originally Posted by NJSGREYC5
Thanks still seems kind of hard. I'm just afraid of messing something up. How much do you think it would cost to pay someone?
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Or you could do what I did.
Buy a cord to plug into your rear view mirror. Here is a link:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...2&page=3&pp=20
Click on TeamSpeeds profile for info on ordering.
I then bought a rear view mirror mounting bracket from these guys:
http://greatlakestrophies.com
Nice and clean install without having to run any wires. I ordered the wire assembly in an 8" length and it is more than long enough.
Good luck.
Buy a cord to plug into your rear view mirror. Here is a link:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...2&page=3&pp=20
Click on TeamSpeeds profile for info on ordering.
I then bought a rear view mirror mounting bracket from these guys:
http://greatlakestrophies.com
Nice and clean install without having to run any wires. I ordered the wire assembly in an 8" length and it is more than long enough.
Good luck.
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Originally Posted by NJSGREYC5
Thanks still seems kind of hard. I'm just afraid of messing something up. How much do you think it would cost to pay someone?
If all else fails, any reputable stereo installer could do this in 1hr. or less.
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Just wanted to say thanks to everyone. I just ordered the Power Cord.
Does anyone have pic of theres mounted? Also ZMAN3 does it fit snug or when you hit bumps does it rattle around???
Does anyone have pic of theres mounted? Also ZMAN3 does it fit snug or when you hit bumps does it rattle around???
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Originally Posted by NJSGREYC5
Just wanted to say thanks to everyone. I just ordered the Power Cord.
Does anyone have pic of theres mounted? Also ZMAN3 does it fit snug or when you hit bumps does it rattle around???
Does anyone have pic of theres mounted? Also ZMAN3 does it fit snug or when you hit bumps does it rattle around???
I have heard positive reviews of the mirror mount but since I am in Minnesota I have not driven mine yet with the V1 mounted. That's still probably a month away. The bracket itself seems pretty sturdy so it will be a function of how well it mounts to the mirror. I am going to try something recommended by someone else here on the forum, sorry I can't find the thread to give proper credit. I have used wire ties to mount the bracket initially. I like that better than glueing it like they recommend. If the wire ties do not hold it firm enough I will then glue it in place.
There was a thread about a month or so back with posted pictures but I'll be damned if I can find it. The topic dealt with there being no power to the detector due to the drivers door being open. Search was of NO help whatsoever.
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The mount for the V1 is the best made. It's very stable because of the way it holds the unit. I have a Bel985 in my Jeep and it bounces around like crazy because it's held in the back of the unit.
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Originally Posted by zman3
There was a thread about a month or so back with posted pictures but I'll be damned if I can find it. The topic dealt with there being no power to the detector due to the drivers door being open. Search was of NO help whatsoever.
And the pics are on my other computer at home. Anyway, the mount is VERY stable with no rattles, and I installed it with a black zip tie, no glue as recommended. Make sure you have your door closed when you fire up the power to test it... 
HERE IT IS - http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=988752
Pics are on post #30.
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Originally Posted by NJSGREYC5
Yeah I have to remember the door thing. Cool did the black tie come with the mounting system. By the way yours looks sweet.
