radar detector mounting?
radar detector mounting? hey guys, i tried a search but didn't really find exactly what i was looking for. Do any of you know for a fact if the factory tint strip on our cars inhibits radar detector range if mounted above the rearview mirror?? I want to cleanly mount it to where it is out of site and hardwire it, but I don't want it to kill the range of it.
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From: Jacksonville, FL (originally from Toronto Canada)
The factory tint will have no effect on radar detection but will reduce laser detection somewhat simply because of the reduced transmission of light. Radar is not affected by the color of the glass since it is merely dye without any reflective properties. On the other hand, aftermarket tint (film) often will reduce both radar and laser detection because of the metallic elements in the film reflecting and scattering the signal.
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thanks WhiteBird! that's exactly what I was looking for. i guess i could sacrifice some of the laser range simply cause if they get you with that there is nothing you can really do.
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i've looked up the blendmounts. a little more than i really want to spend for something like that. however.. for you guys who have tested it.. is it better to velcro it to the dash or mount it above the mirror?
Before i had my blendmount i had my V1 above my mirror, never had any problems picking up long range Ka, K or X bands. Got hit with laser a couple times, but if they hit you with laser they got you by the time the radar lets u know.
alright thanks man! thats true about the laser. no detector really protects from that.
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 11,334
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From: Jacksonville, FL (originally from Toronto Canada)
I have a remote setup - the radar and laser detectors are mounted under/in the front bumper:
and the remote head is near the console:
It can't be easily stolen and is invisible from outside the car.
and the remote head is near the console:
It can't be easily stolen and is invisible from outside the car.
man.. i wish i could afford that! 
got my hard wire kit put in today! really glad i bought it. the only thing now is I think my detector is going out. it acts like it doesn't have the range it used to. state troopers usually leave their radar on when they have someone pulled over don't they?
