I'm just concerned with situational awareness; very important when driving.
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08-'09-'10-'11
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From: Flowery Branch GA
I would not have reacted to your post if YOU did not make such a big deal out of being a "supporting vendor" to the forum & reflecting such with every post you make. So having said all that, how would you like it if someone made a post like this.
" I really like the products that dgmotorsportsaccessories sells, and am going to by some of them, but does anyone know where I can buy the same parts at a cheaper price".
I don't think you'd like that, and as a supporting vendor myself I would not like that, that sir is my point. No harm intended, good luck on your search, and have a great time on your trip.
Melting Slicks
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From: The 7th layer of hell - Western Washington
I have a general question on the below setup. What is the advantage of having the display so far down where you have to actually look down to see what the threat is and where it's coming from? Isn't the value of having a detector being able to quickly and easily determine what/where the threat is and react to it?
I ask this cause I have mine mounted in the corner of the windshield where I can see it at all times (that I am watching the road, of course) and don't have to look down to see what/where the reported threat is at...
I ask this cause I have mine mounted in the corner of the windshield where I can see it at all times (that I am watching the road, of course) and don't have to look down to see what/where the reported threat is at...
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From: Home Southern Maine
St. Jude Donor '08
I just made what I was asked to make 
However, I would guess audio is the first que (I have a Mirror mount detector, and when I hear the audio I slow down, I do not look to see the source till after the audio que and I am slowed down), once slowed down, one can glance over and see what Band it is.
I am going to guess Spdnman uses the audio as the early warning and takes action, then evaluates the threat...
Also guessin he wants covertness of being able to flip down the cover to hide it over being mounted in view on the windshield (as well as possibly having to remove it from the windshield when not in use).
Maybe he will chime in
However, I would guess audio is the first que (I have a Mirror mount detector, and when I hear the audio I slow down, I do not look to see the source till after the audio que and I am slowed down), once slowed down, one can glance over and see what Band it is.
I am going to guess Spdnman uses the audio as the early warning and takes action, then evaluates the threat...
Also guessin he wants covertness of being able to flip down the cover to hide it over being mounted in view on the windshield (as well as possibly having to remove it from the windshield when not in use).
Maybe he will chime in
I have a general question on the below setup. What is the advantage of having the display so far down where you have to actually look down to see what the threat is and where it's coming from? Isn't the value of having a detector being able to quickly and easily determine what/where the threat is and react to it?
I ask this cause I have mine mounted in the corner of the windshield where I can see it at all times (that I am watching the road, of course) and don't have to look down to see what/where the reported threat is at...
I ask this cause I have mine mounted in the corner of the windshield where I can see it at all times (that I am watching the road, of course) and don't have to look down to see what/where the reported threat is at...
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From: Hot Springs arkansas
I agree, there is no advantage to have display mounted low. Just personal preference. I like being able to close ashtray to hide display when not in use and for concealment. It was also simpler to run wires to foot well fuse box. I bet your A pillar mount works great. I've seen rear view mirror installations and even heads up display installs. It all just takes more $$. Best of luck!
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From: lakeland florida
I just made what I was asked to make
However, I would guess audio is the first que (I have a Mirror mount detector, and when I hear the audio I slow down, I do not look to see the source till after the audio que and I am slowed down), once slowed down, one can glance over and see what Band it is.
I am going to guess Spdnman uses the audio as the early warning and takes action, then evaluates the threat...
Also guessin he wants covertness of being able to flip down the cover to hide it over being mounted in view on the windshield (as well as possibly having to remove it from the windshield when not in use).
Maybe he will chime in
However, I would guess audio is the first que (I have a Mirror mount detector, and when I hear the audio I slow down, I do not look to see the source till after the audio que and I am slowed down), once slowed down, one can glance over and see what Band it is.
I am going to guess Spdnman uses the audio as the early warning and takes action, then evaluates the threat...
Also guessin he wants covertness of being able to flip down the cover to hide it over being mounted in view on the windshield (as well as possibly having to remove it from the windshield when not in use).
Maybe he will chime in
you shouldnt have to look at it to know what band it is. an x band is kind of a beep, whereas the k band is more of a brap and the ka band is a brapbrap and then theres the laser, youll know when thatone goes off, it makes a bunch of noise
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From: Scranton Pa.
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From: vancouver bc
Mabey I'm the only one with this problem, but sometimes I find the signs are so blurry when I go by them that I can't make out the speed. I definitely do not want to cause an accident by slowing down unexpectedly and scaring the guy behind me.:o
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From: Laughlin NV.
Mirror mount
I agree the V1 is the only way to go. check here for the mirror mount. http://t-rexsoftware.com/greatlakes/corvette.htm, It is the one I have it works great, puts it right there where you can see it right away. enjoy your trip and have a good time.
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From: lakeland florida
have any of you ever seen the rear view mirror with the valentine aux display mounted in the mirror? thats what i want, but ive only seen it a couple times and never for sale.
edit: found this on ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/VALEN...84828984QQrdZ1
edit: found this on ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/VALEN...84828984QQrdZ1
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From: The Arid Sunny Desert
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Just an observation- you drive the posted speed limit on the expressways in Chicagoland and you either get run over or get the finger. 10-15 over is the norm, so any extra help in detecting LEO's is needed.
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From: East Windsor NJ
Good thread, I am in the market right now and had it down to the Bel STI Driver and the Valentine. Seems that it always turns into a religious war. Is the Valentine shielded like the driver in case I am in the wonderful state of VA?
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St. Jude Donor '06-'07-'08-'09-'10
The Great Lakes Valentine mirror mount is the one to get. Your V1 mounts directly below the mirror. http://t-rexsoftware.com/greatlakes
I've had mine for over a year and love it!
I've had mine for over a year and love it!
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I've only ever seen one poster out of hundreds and hundreds that tried both and didn't pick the V1.
Once you've had the arrows, you'll never go back.
Last edited by Craig Wagner; Feb 20, 2007 at 06:37 PM.