V1 radar detector install
 

I was wondering if any of you have pointers or guidance on hard wire install and best low key placement of a valentine 1 radar detector in my 2011 GT.

Find a keyed power and a ground. Hide the wiring. It's simple. I have all three of my vehicles hardwired for a V1

Kind of off topic but is this a good detector? I'm pretty sure I'll need one soon. Can't keep my foot out of it.

Blendmount mirror mount and power tap. Check out their web page.

Went with this Doug, looks the cleanest IMHO. Thanks guys!

It isn't bad but I prefer passport.

I need to get a blend mount. I have a suction cup one that is adjustable.

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I have two V1's and a escort redline. I live the v1 in the city area and redline for long open roads.

Yeah, it's a little pricey, but looks the best in my opinion. Mine is a passport 9500ix, but same concept.

Are the detectors in general worth it? I mean idk how anyone could react quick enough when a beam of light is put on their car...

you get them off running radar on other cars

Yes, they're worth it.. Depending on the settings, once you know the radar bands used in your area and/or wide spread they help even the playing field. Detectors help more to keep you check daily driving and the tickets I've gotten, I either didn't have it on or was going to fast yet it turned a court date into an expensive ticket. FYI however you mount it make sure you can take it down out of the sun when parked.

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HE is talking about laser i believe. LAser is tough to beat without a scrambler.

Correct. I mean don't most jurisdictions in the metroplex use nothing but lidar at this point?

and scrambler and jammers are illegal in tejassss..:(