Valentine One radar detector installation

[SBerg]

I have my V1 in the frunk and it reads radar okay. Won't get laser because that is a visual signal. I ran the wires in under the door trim to the dash. On-off switch is double stick taped to the top edge of the cubby and I mounted the light and sound unit on a little wood block attached to the top of the steering column - very easy to see.

 

[FlatSix911]

I have had a V1 for years and want to mount it near the rearview mirror.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a 12V power source? I am looking at the small dome lights?

 

[bollar]

This thread from a couple of days ago will probably help: Radar Detectors: Your Experience (Simple Implementation)

 

[Nevek]

I have had a V1 for years and want to mount it near the rearview mirror.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a 12V power source? I am looking at the small dome lights?

There is an unused 12v source under the grill between the two lights. I'll try to find the thread that outlines it and post an update.

Have you tested the V1 with a 12v cord to the aux power source to make sure the signals get through your windshield? Some people have reported an open area beside the mirror in recent builds, but for most of us, the metallic coating on the front windshield means either mounting the V1 behind the nosecone (with several functional limitations) or buying an Escort or equivalent remote mount system.

Addendum:
My recollection was correct but the source is always on, not what you want for a radar detector, sorry. Here is the link if you are curious:

Newer VIN constant 12v power options (dashcam)?)

 

[CHG-ON]

The new windscreens don't have any part that is not metallically coated, so range is greatly reduced or even eliminated. I mounted mine in the nosecone. PM me if interested so that I don't bore the forum.

 

[HankLloydRight]

There is an unused 12v source under the grill between the two lights. I'll try to find the thread that outlines it and post an update.

Not in all cars. Mine doesn't have it. It was there in early cars, then disappeared for about a year or two, and then came back. So YMMV.

I tried several different placements for my beloved V1 but could never find a good spot (including the nosecone), so I finally gave up and went with a Belltronics STIR+ professionally installed.

 

[fabricator]

Here is a video on YouTube of a fully concealed custom k40 and AL Priority system installation.