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radar detector tap 2021/2022 X?
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I installed a V1 in my 2022 Plaid. I couldn't meter a "proper" ignition up at the mirror, so I just went down to the center console. The CIG outlet is switched, and on it's own fuse. Been working flawlessly since install. Turns on when I open the door, and off when I exit. Here's my write up on the install
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21+ Refresh Radar Detector Hardwired installation
Hey guys, I needed to hardwire the V1 in my Plaid X and couldn't really find any info on install/wiring for the refreshed models. Hopefully this post helps the next person out:) PARTS USED: -Valentine V1 (gen2) -Blendmount BV1-2035 -6Ft 14AWG red+black wire -2 Wire taps After installing one...
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From drivers seat you can't really see the cord, but from this perspective you can see that it follows the contour of the camera housing. I like to mount the radar up high above the mirror, which you can't do in any other vehicles without this gigantic windshield.
everydaychris
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woohoo and you just got the model x mirror tap? This works for the 2021-22 X's as well?
2022
Not X specific tap, but just a very generic tap 15" length allows cord to be tucked away if you like mounting high like me. That kit has Blade type, Connecter clip type, and Needle type. I use the Needle type
everydaychris
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Hopefully you see this G
I'm doing a radar detector install video soon. I was curious how you kept the cord hidden on the right with some sort of cable management zip tie?
There's like no space to attach the power supply too so I'm curious how you did it.
I'll probably mount mine either that high or under the cameras so it doesn't get in the way of the sunvisor
everydaychris
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Got it done! Just like G.
Tapped into GREEN and black camera power with a mirror tap. It seems to turn off when the car goes into a deep sleep but turning on by itself has been a hit or miss for some reason
Tapped into GREEN and black camera power with a mirror tap. It seems to turn off when the car goes into a deep sleep but turning on by itself has been a hit or miss for some reason
Tried to do the same based on your video but with an HW4 MXP. It seems the cables where you connected yours are now black and red, and the connector is black vs white. That cable normally goes around the housing in cable management but if you remove it from it you can see it, very similar to your video, by just removing the first trim piece under the mirror (did have to remove all to get access to it).
Unfortunately I wasn't able to make it work and we have the same Uniden R8 with mirror tap. Didn't have much time and will try again.
I wonder if anybody has been able to make the same work with HW4 cars? Did I miss something?
everydaychris
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Sorry I didn't take pictures, didn't have much time, but there is a picture in this post of what HW4 looks like from an MS:
21+ Refresh Radar Detector Hardwired installation
Hey guys, I needed to hardwire the V1 in my Plaid X and couldn't really find any info on install/wiring for the refreshed models. Hopefully this post helps the next person out:) PARTS USED: -Valentine V1 (gen2) -Blendmount BV1-2035 -6Ft 14AWG red+black wire -2 Wire taps After installing one...
teslamotorsclub.com
So basically I was only able to find that black connector with the black and red cables which I tried with not much success. I do wonder if I missed something though. Will try again soon when I can dedicate more time, but if anybody finds out, let us know!
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