Ok guys. Where do u guys mount your radar detectors. Particularly, those of u with hidden setups.
Those that just suction cup it on, or clip it to the front by the lights. Not interested.
I'm curious as I want a V1 and I'm wondering after the stealth display is put in, where does the main unit go, is there a way to mount it where it can't be seen or stolen when the top is down.
Yes, the antenna needs a line of sight of the road to work properly. That's with any detector so it will still be out in the open. I would just run a hardwire up from the center console through the a pillar to where the drivers sunvisor is. Then with the cable there you can mount the detector up high and take it down when not being used.
I have mine hardwired, but I use the StealthOne, which shows the alerts on my Nav screen. So, I put the V1 high up on the windshield but to the right of the rear view mirror because I don't have to see it. BTW, V1 now sells a module that basically does the same thing.
I've got an Escort 8500ci. Radar unit is mounted in the front bumper, and display/controller is mounted on the trim above the radio. I didn't want a unit on my windshield as I was afraid of it getting stolen.
Hey Snik, I need to show you my setup. Easy to hide here in VA but not too complicated to install. I put my V1 between the passenger seat headrest and the seat. Just lowered the headrest down to make it snug. Good forward and rear visibility. I have the V1 remote unit in my ashtray. It's a clean install but easily removable to move to another car. Only drawback is reduced forward sensitivity when there is a passenger. I'm by myself in the car 80% of the time so it's better than no detector at all.
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