Radar Detectors : Whats on your dash board?
08-03-2006, 05:19 PM
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Radar Detectors : Whats on your dash board?
I plan on getting this soon a Cobra XRS9430 it has bands of detection (X, K, Ka, Ku, VG-2), plus Laser 360°, front and rear detection.Does anyone have this one? What are yall running with?
08-03-2006, 05:33 PM
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see sig. a good R/D is not a replacement for driving safely and smartly and scanning ahead for the 
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however, it is a good insurance policy - no more, no less.
.however, it is a good insurance policy - no more, no less.
08-03-2006, 06:04 PM
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Originally Posted by kcryan
Your insane if you buy anything besides Bel RX65 (or STi), Escort8500 X50, Valentine One.
They are the only ones worth it, would u buy paper condoms??
They are the only ones worth it, would u buy paper condoms??
08-03-2006, 06:50 PM
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Originally Posted by nart86
I used to have a radar detector and IMHO they're a waste of money
08-03-2006, 07:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Cdg2125
I think his opinion comes from the fact that even tho you have a radar detector it doesnt mean you'll always be able to outsmart the cops. I'm on the same page but I still want to get one just in case. Just gotta hide it somewhere.
08-03-2006, 08:16 PM
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Starsnstripes, i have the same exact model. good detector, honestly, not the best but it gets the job done for me. the thing i love about it is the voice alerts and automute. the beeping drives me insane half the time, voice is a good heads up feature. BTW. make sure when you mount it, the wiper blades and any other obstructions arent in the way. this detracts from accuracy. i was getting swat for signals, but when i moved it to a diff. location, it worked much much better.
just some food for thought i guess.
just some food for thought i guess.
08-03-2006, 10:38 PM
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**** i have a cobra too...i think it might be an earlier model but i have had two and have experienced no performance difference, so my bet would say that one is the same too. but i hear valentine is the best or passport something. The detector is a good friend if you pay attention...if you neglect it, it will abandon you. Just ask me and my ticket i got...damn motorcycle cops...
08-04-2006, 04:36 AM
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Originally Posted by FormorAccordMan
I have a Pasport 8500 X50. Does the job. I would reccomend it.
+1
I DO TOO! got mine on ebay for i think around $230 unfortunately red though but its still good. highly recommend!
mounted mine right beside the rearview mirror and hid the cord using the roof carpet
08-04-2006, 06:02 AM
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Passport 8500 x50
best one out there. Costs 300-350 bucks, but it really doesn't get much better imo. I've been saved a number of times with this one, and it has a longer range than the 7500. It's the best way for a speed demon to keep away from tickets, however you still have to be safe. It won't keep grandpa from slamming his breaks to take a left turn while you round that corner at 80.
08-04-2006, 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted by MaximaSE96
and u cant beat the arrows...once u haev them u wont want to go anythign less
08-04-2006, 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by ManualMaxima
if it does not have the arrows i do not want it. when i use other de***ors without arrows anymore, it sucks. i would pay the extra for the arrows anytime
Jae
08-04-2006, 04:02 PM
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Here in CA I've noticed that Caltrans & emergency vehicles put on a radar signal when they're stopped on the road. A number of times I been driving and my alarm goes off and there around the corner is a hiway works team on the side of the road.
I think they're great just for that feature.
Then if it saves you 1 ticket it's paid for itself and then some. (as mine has)
I think they're great just for that feature.
Then if it saves you 1 ticket it's paid for itself and then some. (as mine has)
08-04-2006, 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Cdg2125
I think his opinion comes from the fact that even tho you have a radar detector it doesnt mean you'll always be able to outsmart the cops. I'm on the same page but I still want to get one just in case. Just gotta hide it somewhere.
08-04-2006, 05:56 PM
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Originally Posted by kil2board
Starsnstripes, i have the same exact model. good detector, honestly, not the best but it gets the job done for me. the thing i love about it is the voice alerts and automute. the beeping drives me insane half the time, voice is a good heads up feature. BTW. make sure when you mount it, the wiper blades and any other obstructions arent in the way. this detracts from accuracy. i was getting swat for signals, but when i moved it to a diff. location, it worked much much better.
just some food for thought i guess.
just some food for thought i guess.
08-04-2006, 07:47 PM
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I have had the Valentine One for about six months now. BY far the best protection your money can by. I can not live without the arrows. I need to know when the pigs are in front, on my side or back. If you buy a valentine you Will not be disappointed. Worth its wieght in gold.
