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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 11:39 AM
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Radar detectors on batteries

I was wondering, does anyone know if there are any GOOD radar detectors that can be run on batteries so I don't get the wire running down to my cigarette lighter?

I just want to stick in on the windsheild for a clean look.
I know they are out there, but I want to get some opinions on GOOD ones.
 

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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 11:46 AM
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you could hardwire your radar detectors so you dont have to use the cord. search the forum for the diy
 
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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 11:52 AM
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Get an x50 8500. Then get an invisicord. Then get Mike's Radar Mount. It's freaking wonderful. You could also get a Valentine V1 instead of an x50 8500... virtually the same detector (given both have equal pros and cons).
 
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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 11:53 AM
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The only one that is worth owning is the Escort.

However, with "Mike's Mount" and the "Invisicord" you can get the the same thing without the cord hanging down. Do a quick search on them. Mikes mount attaches to the mirror post and the detector sits just below the mirror. The Invisicord attaches (in seconds) to the "Homelink" mirror cord. Mike's is less than twenty bucks with shipping and the cord is less than 12.

No drillling with anything and you get a good SOLID mount.

http://www.invisicord.com/

There are pix of the install on THIS thread.

PM Mike, his username is Mike3348
 

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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 11:59 AM
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wow never heard of the invisicord. i think im gonna buy one. which ones did u guys get. the 8" or 12". i plan to use mikes mount above my rearview mirror
 
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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 02:15 PM
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Originally Posted by abcdefGGGGGG
wow never heard of the invisicord. i think im gonna buy one. which ones did u guys get. the 8" or 12". i plan to use mikes mount above my rearview mirror
I got a 12 at first, but it was really a bit too long, now I have an 8
 
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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 02:20 PM
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Plus the guy who owns inviscord and makes the cables rocks... THE definition of EXCELLENT customer service.
 
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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 02:42 PM
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ya, i actually wanted the V1, i heard it's great.
Just the wire issue, i think i will check out the invisicord ...
Thanks!!!
 
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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 03:03 PM
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Originally Posted by amthar
Get an x50 8500. Then get an invisicord. Then get Mike's Radar Mount. It's freaking wonderful. You could also get a Valentine V1 instead of an x50 8500... virtually the same detector (given both have equal pros and cons).
+ 1, this is a GREAT setup! As stated above, both vendors provide excellent customer service.
 
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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 09:01 PM
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Plus the guy who owns inviscord and makes the cables rocks... THE definition of EXCELLENT customer service.

Wow thanks!

Just treatin' people the way I want to be treated...
 
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Old Aug 17, 2006 | 01:53 AM
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Definitely get the 8'' invisicord. The 12 is too long and you will have excess cord hanging.
 
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8" length is perfect, that's what I have.
 
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