driftmunkey

It's pretty common. Check out blend mounts website. Blendmount.com - Custom Radar Detector Mounts Escort Beltronics Valentine One

driftmunkey

V1 is good. But doesn't come with Laser shifters like the 9500ci. You could always buy the 9500ix or Redline and add on the ZR-4 Laser shifter to save a lot of money.

CDONNS

iTrader: (3)

I have an Escort SRX. It is stealth mounted, meaning the sensors are mounted within the grill. It also comes with laser shifters (ZR-3, previous model to the ZR-4 but still effective) to deflect laser as well as detect it, two in front and one in back (only been shot when going through St. Louis though). The radar unit is technically the 8500, which is a really nice unit. If you don't want to shift lasers I'd go with the 9500ix, GPS feature is awesome. But, the shifters are definitely nice and the low profile display is even better. But, it doesn't allow for easy transfer from vehicle to vehicle. If you're patient you should be able to snag a used unit on eBay for about $300-$400. Be careful though, there is also an SR7 model that looks identical but doesn't come with the laser shifters (hint: if the package has 3 thin black mountable bars, it has laser shifters)

jdtx

V1 or Passport

G37S6M

check out this rear view mirror install of the v1, its inside the glass.

YouTube - V1 Rear View Mirror Install - BMW M6

voltic

iTrader: (5)

9500ix, it doesn't false every ten feet like a V1.

Amon_Ra

but when you're in a situation with an officer using QT and your 9500 doesnt even warn where as a V1, albeit a weak signal strength, I doubt you would mind the false alerts....

SFG37S

Yep. +1 and if the LEO is using laser and your unit detects but does not have the shifting feature you are pretty much dead meat as soon as you get the hit. My unit has probably saved me a few grand by now.........

P.S On long trips I back it up with an E8500. Just like a condom, One can never have too much protection!

dal1307

iTrader: (1)

I have the Pasport 9500ix with the BlendMount and the BlendMount power cord that plugs into the back of the mirror and it performs very well. We have a lot of speed indicator signs around town that use K band and the feature that marks and ignores them is really nice. The only complaint I have is one I posted in another thread where the HID headlights set off the laser detector if they reflect off the garage wall or another vehicle in front of you.

I have a friend in TX that has the 9500ci installed in his Yukon and it works very well. If you have the cash to spend and a good installer that you trust I would recommend that unit.

CDONNS

iTrader: (3)

Just so you know, that is just the display mounted in the mirror. Not the detection unit itself.

infiniti-man

I heard the K40 radar detector RL100 is pretty impressive. I have yet to get one, maybe this weekend. I have been doing a lot of research wath this video it has helped me.

YouTube - K40 Radar Detector showing off its excellent range

Hope this helps

philter25

iTrader: (4)

The V1, passports, bel, etc are all top of the line very good radar detectors.

Im reading a lot of people saying this one is the best, no this one is the best, no mine is the best.

Truthfully, they all are the top of the line but depending on your INDIVIDUAL needs, what might be the best for someone, wont be the best for you.

Radar Detector Jammer Forum

Radar Detector Tests and Reviews by Guys of LIDAR

Read up. Decide what your needs are and what one suits you the best.

Also, check out your state in the radardetector forums to find out what types of radar or laser your cops use. Depending on what is used in your area, you might choose the passport over the V1 or vise versa for slightly increased sensitivity to what your local cops are using.

Ive owned detectors from all brands and they all have their pros and cons. Read up on all of them and decide what your needs are and find the best fit for you.

voltic

iTrader: (5)

My 9500 has a perfect track record against CHP's I/O Ka. I travel from San Diego to LA twice a month, and San Diego to Las Vegas at least once a month.

infiniti-man

I found this product comaprison online, interesting to see which was displayed more advanced warning.

K40 RADAR DETECTORS vs. ESCORT RADAR DETECTORS
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[B]Escort 9500ci / Redline vs. Ka band Leo encounter:
This video was .66 secs long and was on a basic straight away interstate with the Leo on left side of road. Redline detected at .28 sec into video and the 9500ci alerted at .36 secs into video they passed the Leo 60 secs into the video giving at most .32 secs of warning time to the driver take a look.

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K40 RL360 vs. Ka Band Leo Encounter:
This video was .123 secs long also on a straight away highway however it was down a hill with the Leo on left side on the road.
The K40 RL360 detected .19 secs into video and they passed the Leo .78 secs into video giving the driver .59 secs of warning time. Take a look.

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Escort Redline vs. Ka Band Leo Encounter
This video was .52 secs long and was on a basic straight away highway with the Leo on left side of road. The Redline alerted .14 secs into video they passed the Leo .46 secs into the video giving at most .32 secs of warning time to the driver take a look.

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K40 RL100 vs. Ka Band Leo Encounter:
This video was .62 secs long also on a straight away highway with the Leo on left side on the road. The K40 RL100 detected .62 secs into video and they passed the Leo .80 secs into video giving the driver .62 secs of warning time. Take a look.
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Escort 9500ix vs. Ka Band Leo Encounter
This video was .104 secs long and was on a basic straight away highway with the Leo on left side of road. The 9500ix alerted .32 secs into video they passed the Leo .116 secs into the video giving at most .44 secs of warning time to the driver take a look.

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K40 RL100 vs. Ka Band Leo Encounter:
This video was .71 secs long also on a straight away highway down a hill with the Leo on left side on the road. The K40 RL100 detected immediately into video and they passed the Leo .66 secs into video giving the driver .66 secs of warning time. Take a look.

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V1 vs K40 RL100
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V1 Video:

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K40 RL100 Video:

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Team Punisher

I have 9500i and the V1 and like them both, have ran with both on. my 9500 picks up a lil quicker but i do like the V1 arrows.