radar detector
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From: Central Coast CA
Originally Posted by corvette184
i had my valentine 1 on and it saved my about 10 times......it is worth its wait in gold i assure you
This is only a true statement if you break the law by speeding. With this logic I have saved myself a million times over, by not speeding.
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From: Springfield MO
St. Jude Donor '03-'05-'06-'07
Originally Posted by Shylor
Just about any name brand radar detector does the same thing with regards to saving drivers money from tickets.
Directional indicators are just a gimmick in my opinon because you will do the same thing no matter where the radar is coming from, namely slow down. But if that is something you want then get it. You can't go wrong with any name brand.........
Directional indicators are just a gimmick in my opinon because you will do the same thing no matter where the radar is coming from, namely slow down. But if that is something you want then get it. You can't go wrong with any name brand.........
I have an Escort 8500 (I purchased prior to the V1) in my SilveradoSS, and its a great unit. But I am not as comfortable with it, nor do I feel as informed as when I'm using the V1.
I'm a believer now.
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From: Tacoma WA your Junk Yard Dogg
Originally Posted by Shylor
This is only a true statement if you break the law by speeding. With this logic I have saved myself a million times over, by not speeding.
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From: Rockford IL
Originally Posted by Shylor
You slow down to get in line with the posted speed limit, that would hardly become a traffic hazard. Speeding is more of a hazard.
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Originally Posted by Shylor
I still think it's easier and cheaper to just follow the dang rules. If I spent $400 on a V1 and don't get a ticket fine but, I have only had one ticket (at age 17), in 30 years of driving. So with my record, it would cost me more money to use a radar detector.
...and perhaps you like golfing and fishing, too. We are all different, and you're likely right in stating a high-end detector is an unnecessary expense - a poor investment. Me? I've never owned a set of clubs NOR a rod! :p:
Last edited by Blue50th_Racer; Jul 30, 2004 at 11:33 PM. Reason: fat finger fixes
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From: Central Coast CA
I see I can't convert you detector users. Hey one of these days I may get one too. All I ask is that you slow down some and don't rely on your detector to save you. Driving is a priviledge and not a right, so I'd hate to see another Vette pilot eventually lose their license. Drive smart and be safe.
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From: Rockford IL
Originally Posted by Shylor
Driving is a priviledge and not a right, so I'd hate to see another Vette pilot eventually lose their license. Drive smart and be safe.
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From: "Land of Mojo" Toms River NJ
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NOt to sound like I'm cheeeeeeeep or anything like that but has anyone purchased the special report that has the 5 secrets to using a radar detector from
http://www.radartest.com/
If you wouldn't mind e-mailing it to me that would be great !!!
Thank you in advanced!
http://www.radartest.com/
If you wouldn't mind e-mailing it to me that would be great !!!
Thank you in advanced!
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From: Dear Karma, I have a list of people you missed.
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Originally Posted by Shylor
For all those that think a radar detector saves you money from speeding tickets, wouldn't you save even more by not buying a detector and just slowing down?
Just something to think about.
Just something to think about.
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From: Dear Karma, I have a list of people you missed.
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Unless there has been an increase over the last couple of years or so, I think the V1 still goes for $399 as far as I know. That's what it was going for when I bought mine. The Escort's pricing is approx $100 less but I haven't checked some of the vendors lately. TL Electronics (forum vendor) was selling Escorts as part of this product line last I heard. Shop for the best pricing on Escorts. Valentine does not have dealers; you have to go direct. HTH
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From: Bugs Bunny should'a made a left turn here
V1 here. Every morning when I'm headed east on the freeway thru town I'll hear the k band go off it's always a cop coming west. In that case I can verify the threat using the 'gimmick' arrows not need to slow down.
With the V1's k band range you don't even need to hit the brakes on the first alert because the cop is usually a mile down the road. Good stuff.
With the V1's k band range you don't even need to hit the brakes on the first alert because the cop is usually a mile down the road. Good stuff.
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From: Central Coast CA
Originally Posted by jdmvette
Every morning when I'm headed east on the freeway thru town I'll hear the k band go off it's always a cop coming west. In that case I can verify the threat using the 'gimmick' arrows not need to slow down.
Then the cop behind you didn't notice (because the gimmick arrows said your back was clear), pulls you over without ever using radar!
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From: Bugs Bunny should'a made a left turn here
Originally Posted by Shylor
Then the cop behind you didn't notice (because the gimmick arrows said your back was clear), pulls you over without ever using radar!
In your instance, the only way a cop is gonna pull you over without using radar is if he's pacing you. And in that case it's your own fault for not paying attention.
