Built in Radar/Laser detector jammer

mab436 · 08-09-2014, 07:21 AM

Few days away from picking up my M4, gonna want to open it up.

Any suggestions on radar/laser detection devices?

6MMMT · 08-09-2014, 07:31 AM

Escort 9500 or V1, both solid

cougs99163 · 08-09-2014, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by mab436

Few days away from picking up my M4, gonna want to open it up.

Any suggestions on radar/laser detection devices?

Valentine 1. Fits great right under the rear view mirror and it has already saved my butt in the M3 twice since I got the car last week.

As for mounting if you have only the unit and no accessories you can plug it in underneath the glove box in the footwell run the chord under the rubber of the doorman/ B pillar and have it come out by the rear view mirror.

That's what I did for the temp install while I figure out where in going to mount the concealed display

Np2014 · 08-09-2014, 08:13 AM

I have two escort 9500's and love them along with an older 8500 X50.

accce · 08-09-2014, 08:50 AM

Escort Redline....

qwickm3 · 08-09-2014, 08:50 AM

Love both of my 9500ix

Tubernator · 08-09-2014, 09:15 AM

I like integrated detectors, and have a Bel STIR + unit. It uses the same receiver as the Redline and 9500ci for superior detection, with the added benefit of GPS lockout for passive x and k band falses (like the 9500ci). It's two-three times the price of the top windshield units, but so clean and outperforms almost everything. Also can add laser diffusers.

You either need to be very handy at custom installs or take it to a pro.

Stay away from K40/cobra/whistler.

I'll try to post pics of the install in my 535 later.

Tubernator · 08-09-2014, 09:20 AM

Pics. The receiver is in the front mesh grill, display, control unit, and GPS receiver.

My only gripe with the install is the gps unit, I wanted them to hide it under the dash, but they didn't want to try it. Oh well.

rsr racer · 08-09-2014, 09:25 AM

V-1.

miula · 08-09-2014, 01:12 PM

V1 + Savvy (makes install very easy and quiets it down a lot) + V1 Connection LE (connects to your mobile to enable custom sweeps)

Wah · 08-09-2014, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by miula

V1 + Savvy (makes install very easy and quiets it down a lot) + V1 Connection LE (connects to your mobile to enable custom sweeps)

Agree. Did an install last night. No wires showing, takes 10min, and completely reversible. I'll probably make a DIY thread it's so easy to do.

bob330i · 08-09-2014, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Wah

Agree. Did an install last night. No wires showing, takes 10min, and completely reversible. I'll probably make a DIY thread it's so easy to do.

That would be great. I'll keep an eye out in the DIY section.

/// M sa · 08-09-2014, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Wah

Agree. Did an install last night. No wires showing, takes 10min, and completely reversible. I'll probably make a DIY thread it's so easy to do.

Hurry up lol

M5Rlz · 08-09-2014, 02:02 PM

Beltronics STi-R plus

Laser jammers :

Laser interceptors quad

or this canadian company google ALP.... They seems to have the best integration over LIQ for laser jamming.

ybbiz34 · 08-09-2014, 02:19 PM

Escort Passport 9500ix.

I have had a variant of this detector for nearly 9 years. I have never had a ticket.

I tried a V1 for a few months, just for fun. I could not stand the false alarms. Some people swear by them but I think the arrows are a gimmick.

Others' mileage may vary.

Lups · 08-09-2014, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Wah

Agree. Did an install last night. No wires showing, takes 10min, and completely reversible. I'll probably make a DIY thread it's so easy to do.

Gimme now. Also, coffee is needed. I got the picture of the power already. I need one of these.

rsr racer · 08-09-2014, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Wah

Agree. Did an install last night. No wires showing, takes 10min, and completely reversible. I'll probably make a DIY thread it's so easy to do.

did you hard wire or use the outlet plug?

if hard wired; where did you tap into?

Wah · 08-09-2014, 03:06 PM

I used the savvy OBD plug for the V1. The trim of the headliner and A pillar have gaps that allow wires to be routed from behind the mirror all the way down to the driver side footwell where the OBD plug is located. Completely hidden and you don't have to take anything apart. Honestly, this was 10x easier than the fuse tap on the e92 and even that was easy. I didn't know so many people wanted to see this. I'll try to do it tomorrow.

Wah · 08-09-2014, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Lups

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wah

Agree. Did an install last night. No wires showing, takes 10min, and completely reversible. I'll probably make a DIY thread it's so easy to do.

Gimme now. Also, coffee is needed. I got the picture of the power already. I need one of these.

You can borrow mine for the return. No joke! I'll even do the install for you.

Sir Loin · 08-09-2014, 03:51 PM

Just ordered a savvy last night to go with my v1 and concealed display.

shortseller · 08-09-2014, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 335iRlz

Beltronics STi-R plus

Laser jammers :

Laser interceptors quad

or this canadian company google ALP.... They seems to have the best integration over LIQ for laser jamming.

Down here in VA, where legal is an issue, the Bel STi-R is our only salvation to hide from the man.

thebigcheese · 08-09-2014, 04:08 PM

Passport MAX

08-09-2014, 07:21 AM	#23
mab436 Private First Class 10 Rep 117 Posts Drives: 2005 e46 2015 f82 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	Radar Detector Suggestions? Few days away from picking up my M4, gonna want to open it up. Any suggestions on radar/laser detection devices?
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6MMMT Private 1 Rep 66 Posts Drives: 2015 M3 6MT Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	Escort 9500 or V1, both solid
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08-09-2014, 08:50 AM	#27
accce Lieutenant 73 Rep 495 Posts Drives: M4 SBM/BLK EXT CC Brakes Join Date: May 2011 Location: MD iTrader: (0)	Escort Redline....
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Tubernator Private First Class 8 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 2015 F80 M3 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Nashville, TN iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 M3 [0.00] 2013 X5 Diesel [0.00]	I like integrated detectors, and have a Bel STIR + unit. It uses the same receiver as the Redline and 9500ci for superior detection, with the added benefit of GPS lockout for passive x and k band falses (like the 9500ci). It's two-three times the price of the top windshield units, but so clean and outperforms almost everything. Also can add laser diffusers. You either need to be very handy at custom installs or take it to a pro. Stay away from K40/cobra/whistler. I'll try to post pics of the install in my 535 later. __________________ In the Garage: Mineral White F80 M3 * Full Black Leather * 19" Black Wheels * Adaptive Suspension * DCT * Executive Package * CF Trim and Roof* HK Audio * LEDs *Side/Top Cameras
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Tubernator Private First Class 8 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 2015 F80 M3 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Nashville, TN iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 M3 [0.00] 2013 X5 Diesel [0.00]	Bel STIR + install in 535i Pics. The receiver is in the front mesh grill, display, control unit, and GPS receiver. My only gripe with the install is the gps unit, I wanted them to hide it under the dash, but they didn't want to try it. Oh well. Attached Images __________________ In the Garage: Mineral White F80 M3 * Full Black Leather * 19" Black Wheels * Adaptive Suspension * DCT * Executive Package * CF Trim and Roof* HK Audio * LEDs *Side/Top Cameras
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ybbiz34 Brigadier General 670 Rep 4,959 Posts Drives: 2023 330i M Sport Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (1)	Escort Passport 9500ix. I have had a variant of this detector for nearly 9 years. I have never had a ticket. I tried a V1 for a few months, just for fun. I could not stand the false alarms. Some people swear by them but I think the arrows are a gimmick. Others' mileage may vary. __________________ Current: '23 G20 M Sport 330i Current: '20 X253 GLC300 SUV Gone: '20 W205 C43 Sedan Gone: '18 W205 C43 Sedan Gone: '13 W204 C63 Sedan
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