Radar

**smashr2k** · 01-18-2003, 06:59 PM

Yes, i know we discuss this every so often..

My friend recently got a ticket for 13 over (with me in the car) and I have decided it is time to buy a radar/laser detector. I am currently looking at

BEL 975R - http://www.radar-detectors.com/produ...onics/975r.asp

-and-

Valentine One -
http://www.valentine1.com/

Thoughts?

**Gutter** · 01-18-2003, 08:04 PM

Looks like BEL has better models available:

http://www.radartest.com/article.asp?articleID=1024

This one looks much better:
http://www.escortradar.com/8500.htm

according to:
http://www.radartest.com/article.asp?articleid=1026

and it's cheaper.

**smashr2k** · 01-18-2003, 08:07 PM

yes, the reason i like that particular bell model is that it is very covert and does not require you to have a very obvious black box in your windsheild

**Gutter** · 01-18-2003, 09:40 PM

Illegal in your area?

**CaffeineAddict** · 01-18-2003, 10:11 PM

Yes, radar detectors are illegal in VA.

**Euclid** · 01-18-2003, 11:20 PM

they don't help when you get a complete B.S. ticket like "exhibition of speed" (supposedly i accelerated too quickly) like i did about an hour ago.

I run a BEL though, great devices.

**johnram** · 01-19-2003, 12:07 AM

Get the Valentine One.

I have one and I love it. I am going to mount the remote display in my rearview mirror.

It ROCKS! It is pricey at $400 but worth every penny. Front and rear radar as well.

John

**smashr2k** · 01-19-2003, 12:43 AM

yea, it is illegal, but hell i cant stand when cops give out ****ty tickets. so... it is a tough choice between stealth and the generally best unit (valentine).. if i get the remote display for the valentine, how well do you think i could mount it as to not be seen from outside the vehical?

**thenominous** · 01-19-2003, 06:22 PM

I dont have the link's to hand, but if you search the empeg forum (www.empegbbs.com) you will find a rear view mirror mod for the Valentine One which is invisible when off. You just see the mirror with NO cut outs.

Dave