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Any good Valentine One installations in E70
I have purchased 3 things and one is being modded: 1. "V1 main unit" 2. "V1 Concealed Display" which is currently being modified so it has different colors for the different bands and also for the different strengths 3. "V1 Remote Audio Adapter" I was pleasantly surprised to find that my V1 can placed on the windshield right above the rear-view mirror AND does not impact the operation of the sun visor at all. In fact, there's about two inches between the V1 and the visor... I have attached a picture below. I have the head up display on my X5 so I am looking at mounting the concealed display higher so I don't need to look down at all --- I was initially looking at installing it in the ashtray. I'm thinking of positioning it at the botton of the A-pillar where I've shown it in the second picture (that is obviously not the real item; just a poor photoshop effort). I will also have the "remote audio adapter" wired up somewhere close at hand (such as between the central glove box and the driver's seat). I have also found that, because there is "lighter plug" in the central glove box, I don't even need to hard-wire the V1 if I don't want to. Anyone done anything similar or have suggestions? I will post pictures after I've done the install. I will probably only get my "colored concealed display" in a week's time. Thanks Last edited by brian5; 01-20-2008 at 09:46 PM. |
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i'm looking for folks that have installed the Passport SRX hidden system with laser jamming... and they are rumored to be coming out with a new one in january... ABOUT TIME!
any other folks with unique installations? |
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I thought radar detectors where illegal in CT
BTW how do you like the HUD? |
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The main unit is just as you specify, I have a small led light for K40 and the remote display for V1 that I havent decided where to stick. For now I have taken apart V1 remote which made it much thinner except for the RJ11 plug (phone jack) For now options of putting them just to the left of the NAVI DVD slot. Your suggestion also seems interesting but it just doesnt fit in as it belongs. One of main problems that we have found is also getting constant power from the cigarette lighter or inside the central glove box. Everything is so tight and cant seem to find best way to take it apart without taking a chance in breaking anything. We found accessory power under the dash, but its not ignition which means Radar would be on as soon as you put in the key and not with the ignition, I am not happy with this option and that is why we delayed the installation. So.. two questions: Where do you get your power and where else do you plan to put V1 remote (I will also have a little LED for K40 next to it) |
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was it hard to wire through the firewall?? |
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I installed a Beltronics STi-R remote. Totaly hidden stealth.
http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e70-forum/...radar+detector Laser Interceptor Quad head Laser Jammer coming soon.
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There is a rubber grommet in the firewall you need to drill through below the brake booster. No problems with radar detection through plastic I get excellent range. Laser alert works fine you do need "line of sight" though. However, by the time you get the laser alert your toast with any laser detector. Laser detection is not really that practical more of a marketing ploy IMO that is why I will be installing a laser jammer as soon as I can get the wireless interface from Cheetah for the Laser Interceptor.
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In any case, on the drivers side right above the foot rest, there is a large circular rubber piece, that seals the firewall. He had drilled a hole, whats important is to figure out the right spot in the rubber and not go too far since it looks like there is something very close on the side of the engine. I will try to remember to bring my camera for when we will be working on finishing the install. Accessory is better then constant, but I want ignition which would mean that radar would not be on untill you actually start the car. Cig lighter is on the ignition and would be best solution but for now, I havent found an easy way to get to cig lighter. |
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what is the 'wireless' system you are talking about? that sounds interesting if i don't need to run wires through the firewall?? |
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