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Discussion in 'Texas' started by jdedominic, Mar 18, 2011.

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  1. jdedominic

    jdedominic Rookie

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    #1 jdedominic, Mar 18, 2011
    Any recommendations/experience for purchase and installation of a radar for my F430 in Houston? Not looking for something too fancy, just solid tested unit and experienced installer.
     
  2. MurcieMurcie

    MurcieMurcie F1 Rookie

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    #2 MurcieMurcie, Mar 18, 2011
  3. drjohngober

    drjohngober Formula 3

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    #3 drjohngober, Mar 18, 2011
    Be sure and get the Escort Passport 9500ci. It has a laser scrambler. All the other detectors are only going to tell you that you are about to get a ticket. The 9500 actually scrambles the laser so it cannot get a reading.
     
  4. 308geo

    308geo F1 Rookie

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    #4 308geo, Mar 18, 2011
    Sorry I haven't kept up for awhile, but doesn't Valentine One offer anything comparable?

    Is Escort back on top as the "best" to get?
     
  5. drjohngober

    drjohngober Formula 3

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    #5 drjohngober, Mar 18, 2011
    Good question. I am hesitant to pay $2k ( installed) for a radar detector. From what I am reading, most PDs are using lasers ( I got checked twice today going into Dallas). They are the ones that have rifle scopes pointed at you. They are very accurate and the beam does not scatter or diverge ( like a spotlight) so it is not detectable unless you are the car being targeted.
     
  6. dfwerdoc

    dfwerdoc Formula Junior

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    #6 dfwerdoc, Mar 19, 2011
  7. drjohngober

    drjohngober Formula 3

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    #7 drjohngober, Mar 19, 2011
    Great site. Thanks!
     

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