I'm going to be in Phoenix for 3 days in a few weeks if you want to give it a try. @doublespaces
Best radar detector and laser jammer?
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Nice! There is a chance some people may be getting together tomorrow. I won't be out for long if I do go. Message me on FB and we'll see if anything materializes.
Waze changed their algorithm to only audibly warn you about police half a mile ahead at which point you might already be tagged so unless you're paying a lot of attention to the screen its not a great solution. There are some laser jammers that are actually parking sensors (only work under 10mph but you can wire in a switch to have them work at higher speeds and jam laser).
I run a v1 + waze or nothing nowadays (no jammer).
I run a v1 + waze or nothing nowadays (no jammer).
I have found that pretty much the only time a radar detector helps is for red light cameras and on completely open highway where troopers are banging cars from miles down the road. In pretty much every other situation the radar detector is only going to be able to tell you that a cop JUST TOOK YOUR SPEED. Too late.
This is not my experience. I detect them miles ahead whenever they are actually using their radars and lidars.
Same here. Sometimes too far ahead and my detector is installed down low behind the plastic bumper cover
I mean I guess you can say that it also depends on what type of radar the cop is using... Here in New York the cruisers are decked out with the latest directional equipment. I don't know of any cops using always-on radar they only turn it on when they want to nab people.
Instant On is a universal technique designed to minimize radar detection. It does help them, however, the instant they turn it on, if they are on the road up to 8 miles, I hear them. So I know not to drive like a coke addict.
My radar detector does it for miles as well. It gives you like a good 3-5 minute lead LOL.
I've probably saved at least 5k in tickets because of that radar. Going to down the 15 and 5 to vegas and race events like 20+ times a year.
Uniden R3 (R7 soon, adds arrows now that the V1 patent has expired) is the top of the line for detection range, but it can be a bit sensitive and doesn't have as good of BSM filtering as the radenso units (radenso rc m is highly rated for the cost in terms of concealed detectors, but still much more than any dash unit). At least here in MI, I've only been hit by one cop that didn't just have his gun running constantly, and had plenty of notice with Waze. Depending on your state, laser jammers are very much an option, though also a bit pricey unless you absolutely positively must speed and know that cops in your area run laser. ALP and TMG are the current go-tos, ALP tests a bit better and costs more to match.
Escort these days is super overpriced, you're paying for features like wifi updates and escort live (just use waze). With the R3 I get notice far out of visual range and that's worth quite a bit.
Escort these days is super overpriced, you're paying for features like wifi updates and escort live (just use waze). With the R3 I get notice far out of visual range and that's worth quite a bit.
I love my v1. Also have a buddy whos an illinois trooper who loves them. Many times hes nailed guys with passport 360s/max/redlines and they've never picked up on his stalker xlr lidar or superwide ka. The v1 seems to have the best lidar, and ka does great.
The big problem with half the users is they think they can slap it in the center of the windshield and call it a day. Slap it on the top left of your windshield, and you'll have better range and safety. Most cops have the ka unit radar mounted bottom left. So you have a better chance to catch them before they do you if they dont instant-on you.
More to it than just a radar as well. People like to speed in the left lane. If im speeding, i only ride the left lane to pass. If its a 3 lane, im far right as people love the middle. The stalker xlr has a 5ft window at 1320ft. If you can roll next to or behind another speeder, the laser will bounce off/spread and hit your v1 while they target the left lane speeder giving you time to slow. I rolled thru GA doing 90 in a 70, while a Nissan got nailed in the left lane pacing. Smarts plays more factor as much as a quality radar. KA radar also doesnt pinpoint the speeder. Just direction, and speed. Same applies there too.
So as you can see im biased to the v1. Its saved me sooo much trouble over the few yrs. If any other questions, i can answer or ask my buddy. Usually wont mess with you unless you're doing 21 over either.
The big problem with half the users is they think they can slap it in the center of the windshield and call it a day. Slap it on the top left of your windshield, and you'll have better range and safety. Most cops have the ka unit radar mounted bottom left. So you have a better chance to catch them before they do you if they dont instant-on you.
More to it than just a radar as well. People like to speed in the left lane. If im speeding, i only ride the left lane to pass. If its a 3 lane, im far right as people love the middle. The stalker xlr has a 5ft window at 1320ft. If you can roll next to or behind another speeder, the laser will bounce off/spread and hit your v1 while they target the left lane speeder giving you time to slow. I rolled thru GA doing 90 in a 70, while a Nissan got nailed in the left lane pacing. Smarts plays more factor as much as a quality radar. KA radar also doesnt pinpoint the speeder. Just direction, and speed. Same applies there too.
So as you can see im biased to the v1. Its saved me sooo much trouble over the few yrs. If any other questions, i can answer or ask my buddy. Usually wont mess with you unless you're doing 21 over either.
I have the same radar system but not the mirror display. A while back, I took my mirror apart and retrofitted the display into the mirror. Initially I was pretty pleased that is was going to work, but ultimately I didn't pursue it. It was working in my garage lighting but I just couldn't get it bright enough in normal light.
This is the system I referred to a few posts up. My detector itself is mounted behind the bumper cover between the headlights on a low Z4 and on my 535. I get great coverage.
I regularly hit the roads at 100+ mph for 20-30 miles down in CA. with no radars or jammers. Never have owned one. Ticket free. Best way is to keep speed on highways, and keep a good look out.
