Stealth location for radar detector
Burning Brakes
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From: Murrieta CA
IMO, those mounting locations are too high. They are aimed thru the tint at the top of the windshield which cuts down proficiency. Also, I'm not sure how well they "see" out the rear when mounted that high. I have mine mounted so it is aimed just below the tint strip on the driver side of the rear view mirror.
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Racer
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From: Arkansas
Hi mount the radar/laser detector
Originally Posted by DirteeDave
IMO, those mounting locations are too high. They are aimed thru the tint at the top of the windshield which cuts down proficiency. Also, I'm not sure how well they "see" out the rear when mounted that high. I have mine mounted so it is aimed just below the tint strip on the driver side of the rear view mirror.
The higher the radar detector is mounted, the further "over the horizon" it can see, and the more likely it is to pick up a signal over a hill sooner.
As far as the tint strip, the intensity of a LASER punches through the tint. I've had no problem picking up the car in front of me getting lased.
You are correct about the rear detection. It dramatically blocks rear view of a laser and will cut down on radar reception coming from the rear. However, I'd say that 90% of radar traps are set to catch you approaching, not driving away.
I've had mine mounted next to the rear view mirror on my C4 for 3 years, and now in the same position on my C5. Works like a charm, and keeps me from getting nailed by the troopers on I-95.
The best setup for stealth would be one of the remote-style detectors with the receivers mounted where you need them.
Burning Brakes
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From: Murrieta CA
Originally Posted by jhiiidoc
I disagree.
The higher the radar detector is mounted, the further "over the horizon" it can see, and the more likely it is to pick up a signal over a hill sooner.
As far as the tint strip, the intensity of a LASER punches through the tint. I've had no problem picking up the car in front of me getting lased.
The higher the radar detector is mounted, the further "over the horizon" it can see, and the more likely it is to pick up a signal over a hill sooner.
As far as the tint strip, the intensity of a LASER punches through the tint. I've had no problem picking up the car in front of me getting lased.
Pro
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From: Rye Brook, NY
Originally Posted by JACKAL0PE
This is about as "stealthy" as I've seen .... and the V1 still be able to do its job.
Last edited by spdnman; Feb 28, 2005 at 04:30 PM.
Race Director
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From: Ohio
Originally Posted by RPOZ4Z
that's where I have my passport 8500 mounted, only mine is on the other side of the mirror. 
Mine is mounted to the left of the mirror...as high up into the tint as possible. When I leave the car, I put the visor down, and it can't be seen looking in from the side window. Not easily seen from the windshield either.
Oh, and mine is a V-1 also.
Funny note...I was on the highway today, and with it mounted high up into the tint, I picked up radar from behind me with no problem. Actually, I had a problem...one car behind me kept setting off my rearward detector. I know that Lexus has cruise controls that include a forward looking radar which will automatically slow the car if it approaches an upcoming vehicle. I suspect I was picking up that type of radar. Obviously...I was going too slow in the Vette, and I had to correct that problem immediately!!
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Melting Slicks
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Originally Posted by JACKAL0PE
This is about as "stealthy" as I've seen .... and the V1 still be able to do its job.
Le Mans Master
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From: State of Confusion.
Originally Posted by DirteeDave
IMO, those mounting locations are too high. They are aimed thru the tint at the top of the windshield which cuts down proficiency. Also, I'm not sure how well they "see" out the rear when mounted that high. I have mine mounted so it is aimed just below the tint strip on the driver side of the rear view mirror.
Burning Brakes
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From: Morganton, NC, USA
Mine is mounted on the far left upper corner of the windshield. From the outside, it is fairly well concealed by the A pillar and the tinting.
Probably not a good location for RD's with angled faces.
Probably not a good location for RD's with angled faces.
Drifting
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From: Stealth So Cal GOCC ...comming to invade your neighborhood soon
Originally Posted by RDVT4ME
I used the Great Lakes Trophy Co mirror mount with the V1 hardwired. Mounts directly under the mirror. Most people never know it's there.
Mine's also mounted there. It looks like a factory item and works perfectly there.
Racer
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From: Mechanicsburg Pa
I have mine located to the left of the mirror up high in the area of the tint. I've had no problems detecting radar.
I ran a direct cord down the right side pillar and picked up power via the glove box light.
I ran a direct cord down the right side pillar and picked up power via the glove box light.