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spadz93 · 11-15-2015, 09:09 PM

My passport max has been a CHAMP at sniffing out cops. And in regards to the laser comment above, most local cops are still using Ka-band (and in rare instances, K-band) radars, which are easily sniffed out by good detectors. Only the state troopers (NJ) use Laser (also known as Lidar).

Brands to stick to are Beltronics (kinda an entry level escort), Escort, and Valentine. The only brand i really avoid like the plague is Cobra, as the one I had failed me multiple times.

dmnhnters · 11-15-2015, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Ice Baby

Do you have a radar dectector in your camaro?

Camaro setup

Homeless Man · 11-15-2015, 09:23 PM

That's so cool how it's hardwired how hard is that? And don't most of them use the same connection so u can unplug if u want a new one?

NeedlessKane · 11-15-2015, 10:04 PM

Always. I have a newer Escort Passport and it has been a life saver. You have to be smart and know how to use it, but if you're in a pack going down the interstate, or if a cop is in a hiding spot, can't really beat it.

It sucks when the laser detector goes off because you know you're already being clocked.

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BubbaSS · 11-15-2015, 10:18 PM

I have a QI45 which is EOL, but there is a similar replacement from Escort. It is a stealth, so those afraid of the police getting angry by a visible radar detector can feel a bit more at ease. Honestly, I speed a lot less frequently with this thing, because it goes off every 5 minutes lol...But I have received 0 tickets in 3 years, compared to the 2 tickets that I received in 1 year after buying the Camaro, 1 for 11 miles and another for 16 miles over the limit. The cops here in South Florida do use laser, but more commonly use K and KA band radar. I could upgrade and add laser shifters to deflect laser if I wanted, but those are finicky and I don't believe they work 100% of the time.

satxrider · 11-15-2015, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by paul84043

Haha.. 80's. Yep, that's how long I've been out of the radar detector game..
And my insurance does ask if I own one..

This is not something they should be asking for or using in determining rates or eligibility. Insurance is a highly regulated industry and this is not something they are allowed to use. In fact one use of radar detectors is in some states or areas will emit signals from emergency vehicles, to assist drivers to avoid driving into a first responder assisting in a roadside emergency.

VTSummit · 11-15-2015, 11:46 PM

I run a Passport IQ in the Camaro and Passport Max in the Impala. In VT, speed limits change quickly, and for no apparent reason other than for the small towns to generate revenue.
I love the display of the V1, but retired it because it's SO damned huge and the remote display is also HUGE.

Rangore · 11-15-2015, 11:52 PM

It's saved my rear several times. It has to be a good one though. Several have posted what they use and I agree. I have a good Escort. It's picked up Ka 4 to 5 miles away several times on the flat highway.

bobby35ny · 11-15-2015, 11:53 PM

I run an escort 9500CI and the ALP Laser shifters, and YES, I have been hit by BOTH at the same time, The radar detector gives you so much notice you have plenty of time to slow down. I have the Laser shifters both front and rear, they work great, I have them set to give me 4 seconds to slow down.
-Bobby

spadz93 · 11-15-2015, 11:58 PM

I'm looking into getting a Laser jamming rig from either Escort or Blinder to try and defend myself from laser hits. They're expensive, but they would definitely pay for themselves after one or two successful jams

bobby35ny · 11-16-2015, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by spadz93

I'm looking into getting a Laser jamming rig from either Escort or Blinder to try and defend myself from laser hits. They're expensive, but they would definitely pay for themselves after one or two successful jams

NO NO, stay away from them for laser stuff. YOU want ALpriority its the best out there!!
-bobby

clashley1976 · 11-16-2015, 12:05 AM

I quit carrying a radar detector about 17-18 years ago, which coincidentally is about the time I got my last ticket. I think the the detector was emboldening me to push the speed limits. That's not to say I always behave, but I've become much more judicious about where/when I indulge my leadfoot.

spadz93 · 11-16-2015, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by bobby35ny

NO NO, stay away from them for laser stuff. YOU want ALpriority its the best out there!!
-bobby

I thought AL priority was still in development?

bobby35ny · 11-16-2015, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by spadz93

I thought AL priority was still in development?

Nope, They sell it, Installed it in 3 cars the past month for my friends and then tested. works great
http://www.bestradardetectors.net/AL...ty-System.html

google a promo code save about 50 bucks, you really want the HIFI option.
-bobby

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11-15-2015, 09:09 PM	#15
spadz93 BUMBL Z Drives: 2015 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 2,577 View My Garage	My passport max has been a CHAMP at sniffing out cops. And in regards to the laser comment above, most local cops are still using Ka-band (and in rare instances, K-band) radars, which are easily sniffed out by good detectors. Only the state troopers (NJ) use Laser (also known as Lidar). Brands to stick to are Beltronics (kinda an entry level escort), Escort, and Valentine. The only brand i really avoid like the plague is Cobra, as the one I had failed me multiple times. __________________ Sold: 2015 ZL1 M6, Rotofab Intake, LS3 throttle body, 2.55 Upper/9.17 Lower, Custom Camshaft, DMS Reinforced Brick, ID1050X, 1 7/8" Headers, ProSpeed HX/Reservoir, DSX Aux Pump/Flex Fuel Sensor, E85, McLeod RXT, BMR 1" Drop, 680rw 93/750rw E85, Tuned by CSP Sold: 2010 2SS, some bolt ons, 415rwhp/400rwtq

11-15-2015, 09:23 PM	#17
Homeless Man Homeless Life Chose Me Drives: LS3 (sold 4/21) Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Streets of Philly Posts: 3,648	That's so cool how it's hardwired how hard is that? And don't most of them use the same connection so u can unplug if u want a new one? __________________ Pity a man in familiar places, who yet feels like a stranger.

11-15-2015, 10:18 PM	#19
BubbaSS WHAT RED LIGHT?! Drives: 2011 Black Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 1,115	I have a QI45 which is EOL, but there is a similar replacement from Escort. It is a stealth, so those afraid of the police getting angry by a visible radar detector can feel a bit more at ease. Honestly, I speed a lot less frequently with this thing, because it goes off every 5 minutes lol...But I have received 0 tickets in 3 years, compared to the 2 tickets that I received in 1 year after buying the Camaro, 1 for 11 miles and another for 16 miles over the limit. The cops here in South Florida do use laser, but more commonly use K and KA band radar. I could upgrade and add laser shifters to deflect laser if I wanted, but those are finicky and I don't believe they work 100% of the time. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS M6 BLACK - VARARAM NO TUNE INTAKE, MODDED AND PORTED TB, PORTED INTAKE MANIFOLD, VITESSE THROTTLE CONTROLLER, DOUG THORLEY LT'S, CATLESS, X-PIPE, 25" STAINLESS WORKS RETRO CHAMBERED MUFFLERS, CUSTOM 2.5" MANDREL BENT EXHAUST, RICHMOND 4.10 GEARS, CUSTOM CAM (231/242 @ 114LSA), MUSTANG DYNO TUNED BY TORQ, 20% CERAMIC TINTS, EIBACH PROKIT SPRINGS 1" DROP, HAWK PERFORMANCE CERAMIC BRAKES, NITTO INVO TIRES, HYDROCARBON TAIL LIGHT AND FOG LIGHT BEZELS BY EMBLEMPROS, METRA DASH KIT, JVC KW-AV71BT, PHOENIX GOLD iAMP GM1, PASSPORT QI45 - 450 RWHP 415 RWTQ

11-15-2015, 11:46 PM	#21
VTSummit Consistently inconsistent Drives: 2015 2LT Summit White Join Date: May 2015 Location: United States Posts: 1,363	I run a Passport IQ in the Camaro and Passport Max in the Impala. In VT, speed limits change quickly, and for no apparent reason other than for the small towns to generate revenue. I love the display of the V1, but retired it because it's SO damned huge and the remote display is also HUGE. __________________ Thanks to MRR, I have some SWEET wheels! Thank you! 2015 2LT Ported TB, Ported intake, JACFAB intake spacer, Borla exhaust, IPF 91 tune, Complete 1/LE suspension, Brembo brakes, Goodridge lines, Elite catch can, CAI with Thermo-wrap, 275/40-20 x 10's all around, Z/28 spoiler, GM splitter, Alpine/Polk stereo with AudiControl interface.

11-15-2015, 11:52 PM	#22
Rangore Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS 45th Anniversary Ed Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,220	It's saved my rear several times. It has to be a good one though. Several have posted what they use and I agree. I have a good Escort. It's picked up Ka 4 to 5 miles away several times on the flat highway. __________________ 2012 Camaro 2SS 45th Anniversary Edition - No longer owned: 2010 Camaro 2LT, 1993 Camaro Z-28

11-15-2015, 11:53 PM	#23
bobby35ny Drives: 18 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South East, FL Posts: 3,023	I run an escort 9500CI and the ALP Laser shifters, and YES, I have been hit by BOTH at the same time, The radar detector gives you so much notice you have plenty of time to slow down. I have the Laser shifters both front and rear, they work great, I have them set to give me 4 seconds to slow down. -Bobby __________________ 2017 ZL1 M6 Bog City, 2013 ZL1 M6, 2010 2SS M6 ZL1::J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS

11-15-2015, 11:58 PM	#24
spadz93 BUMBL Z Drives: 2015 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 2,577 View My Garage	I'm looking into getting a Laser jamming rig from either Escort or Blinder to try and defend myself from laser hits. They're expensive, but they would definitely pay for themselves after one or two successful jams __________________ Sold: 2015 ZL1 M6, Rotofab Intake, LS3 throttle body, 2.55 Upper/9.17 Lower, Custom Camshaft, DMS Reinforced Brick, ID1050X, 1 7/8" Headers, ProSpeed HX/Reservoir, DSX Aux Pump/Flex Fuel Sensor, E85, McLeod RXT, BMR 1" Drop, 680rw 93/750rw E85, Tuned by CSP Sold: 2010 2SS, some bolt ons, 415rwhp/400rwtq

11-16-2015, 12:05 AM	#26
clashley1976 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Albany, GA Posts: 399 View My Garage	I quit carrying a radar detector about 17-18 years ago, which coincidentally is about the time I got my last ticket. I think the the detector was emboldening me to push the speed limits. That's not to say I always behave, but I've become much more judicious about where/when I indulge my leadfoot. __________________ -Cameron Lashley Albany, GA 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS 3.6L M6 Summit White w/silver rally stripes CAI intake, VTC, VMax PTB, VMax Iceolator, Apex intake scoop, Roto-Fab washer bottle relocate Build Journal: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=419992 .