First mod

Division · 08-02-2009, 07:09 PM

So I picked up my Z on Friday, and my first weekend project was to hardwire my radar detector. I got bored in the process and came up with this:

Before:

After:

I like to leave the auto mute feature off, now I have an easy way of muting the detector without having to reach towards the windshield.

UPDATED:

Added my best attempt at a DIY.
DIY: Center Console Mounted Radar Detector Mute Button

chubbs · 08-02-2009, 07:15 PM

Nice one - That will do very nicely.

ENT-Z · 08-02-2009, 07:18 PM

ooo... I like it! +rep to you sir

Romanowski · 08-02-2009, 07:20 PM

+ rep...

Division · 08-02-2009, 07:23 PM

I thought it would be simple, disassemble the hardwire kit, drill some holes and slap it in there... After reaching the point of no return (holes drilled) I realized that I needed to further modify the switch blank to fit the circuit board... A bit of work with a dremel and she fit like a glove.

kdoske · 08-02-2009, 10:36 PM

thats pretty bad arse. You did a really good job with mounting it in that switch blank. That crap looks factory....

Shunya · 08-02-2009, 10:42 PM

1st mod "how to stay away form the popo"

RCZ · 08-02-2009, 11:48 PM

awesome job

clean install

XwChriswX · 08-02-2009, 11:54 PM

Can we get a more in-depth DIY type up about this, or is there already one... ? Are Radar detectors really worth it nowadays? I mean with the advancements in laser detector tech. and such now, seems like they are a thing of the past... and as always are only warning you hey there is a cop, and he already saw you?

AK370Z · 08-03-2009, 12:50 AM

one word - AWESOME.;tup: I have the same radar detector. Possible DIY?

Division · 08-03-2009, 01:25 PM

I took a few pictures, I'll see if I can fill in the gaps and go from there.

xiven · 08-03-2009, 01:33 PM

I need to do this too. What model passport detector do u have? What all did you need to have? Is there a kit or something?

Division · 08-03-2009, 01:40 PM

I have an Escort 8500 X50, although I will be upgrading to the 9500 shortly.

The only thing you need is the "Direct Wire - SmartCord". You can get them at most places that sell the detectors themselves, or directly from escort.

https://www.escortradar.com/store/di...cord-blue.html

Aside from that, tools include, Fingers, Drill, Exact-o Knife, & a Dremel.

tommyguns · 08-23-2009, 12:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Division

I took a few pictures, I'll see if I can fill in the gaps and go from there.

Any chance you can post the pics that you have for this DIY. I would live to do this with my 9500i.

black09Z · 08-23-2009, 01:42 PM

thats sweet!

08-02-2009, 07:09 PM	#1 (permalink)
Division Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central FL Posts: 199 Drives: 2009 370Z Sport Rep Power: 15	First mod So I picked up my Z on Friday, and my first weekend project was to hardwire my radar detector. I got bored in the process and came up with this: Before: After: I like to leave the auto mute feature off, now I have an easy way of muting the detector without having to reach towards the windshield. UPDATED: Added my best attempt at a DIY. DIY: Center Console Mounted Radar Detector Mute Button Last edited by Division; 08-23-2009 at 02:24 PM. Reason: added DIY Link

08-02-2009, 07:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
chubbs A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Zeeland Posts: 1,046 Drives: 2016 370z Auto-Grey Rep Power: 7586	Nice one - That will do very nicely. __________________ . '03 Grey >>> '06 Black >>>'10 Silver >>> '16 Grey ^

08-02-2009, 07:20 PM	#4 (permalink)
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08-02-2009, 11:54 PM	#9 (permalink)
XwChriswX WFLYIDNNE Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: In The Fastlane Posts: 50,648 Drives: 02 GDB WRX Rep Power: 451	Can we get a more in-depth DIY type up about this, or is there already one... ? Are Radar detectors really worth it nowadays? I mean with the advancements in laser detector tech. and such now, seems like they are a thing of the past... and as always are only warning you hey there is a cop, and he already saw you? __________________ Bonnie - Stage 2, Audio build coming this fall! R.I.P. Abby 3/29/10 - 3/30/14

08-03-2009, 12:50 AM	#10 (permalink)
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08-02-2009, 07:18 PM	#3 (permalink)
ENT-Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 460 Drives: 09 MB 6MT 370Z Rep Power: 16	ooo... I like it! +rep to you sir

08-02-2009, 07:23 PM	#5 (permalink)
Division Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central FL Posts: 199 Drives: 2009 370Z Sport Rep Power: 15	I thought it would be simple, disassemble the hardwire kit, drill some holes and slap it in there... After reaching the point of no return (holes drilled) I realized that I needed to further modify the switch blank to fit the circuit board... A bit of work with a dremel and she fit like a glove.

08-02-2009, 10:36 PM	#6 (permalink)
kdoske Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Louisiana Posts: 541 Drives: 800whp Unicorn FI Z Rep Power: 16	thats pretty bad arse. You did a really good job with mounting it in that switch blank. That crap looks factory....

08-02-2009, 10:42 PM	#7 (permalink)
Shunya A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver Posts: 3,069 Drives: You Crazy! Rep Power: 22	1st mod "how to stay away form the popo"

08-02-2009, 11:48 PM	#8 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1118	awesome job clean install

08-03-2009, 01:25 PM	#11 (permalink)
Division Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central FL Posts: 199 Drives: 2009 370Z Sport Rep Power: 15	I took a few pictures, I'll see if I can fill in the gaps and go from there.

08-03-2009, 01:33 PM	#12 (permalink)
xiven A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta Age: 43 Posts: 4,128 Drives: Cookie Monster Rep Power: 294	I need to do this too. What model passport detector do u have? What all did you need to have? Is there a kit or something?

08-03-2009, 01:40 PM	#13 (permalink)
Division Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central FL Posts: 199 Drives: 2009 370Z Sport Rep Power: 15	I have an Escort 8500 X50, although I will be upgrading to the 9500 shortly. The only thing you need is the "Direct Wire - SmartCord". You can get them at most places that sell the detectors themselves, or directly from escort. https://www.escortradar.com/store/di...cord-blue.html Aside from that, tools include, Fingers, Drill, Exact-o Knife, & a Dremel.

08-23-2009, 01:42 PM	#15 (permalink)
black09Z Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: killeen tx Posts: 202 Drives: black 09 370Z 6spd Rep Power: 16	thats sweet!