[Official] What's the Best Radar Detector?

Staggered357 · 02-17-2013, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by LMBmikeZ

might not be legal up here for us but I am still considering getting one, we would obviously need the best of the best since it is illegal for us which is why I am leaning towards the 9500ci to help stay stealth. Not to mention the laser shifters which is exactly what we need for our Lidar traps

9500ci is definitely the way to go.

Z1NONLY · 02-18-2013, 06:11 AM

Laser Interceptor is the "best of the best" when it comes to laser jamming, and IIRC, it even has a switch to put the system in "parking sensor only" mode.

"Jammer? No officer, those are parking sensor heads, go ahead and test them."

SurfDog · 02-18-2013, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Z1NONLY

Laser Interceptor is the "best of the best" when it comes to laser jamming, and IIRC, it even has a switch to put the system in "parking sensor only" mode.

"Jammer? No officer, those are parking sensor heads, go ahead and test them."

Agreed. I have a 9500ci but the Laser interceptor tests better than them all. I'm working on stealthing my lights and plates now.

LMBmikeZ · 02-18-2013, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by SurfDog

Agreed. I have a 9500ci but the Laser interceptor tests better than them all. I'm working on stealthing my lights and plates now.

if you can I would love to see some more setups since it would be the same unit as I want. A lot of the pics/threads on the forum are for either the 9500xi or the V1 detector.

SurfDog · 02-18-2013, 09:50 PM

Ill post when I get home to the z in a few days

MiStR.NGuYeN · 02-27-2013, 12:33 AM

Ive got a v1 and it works great! I have to agree that I do feel blind driving without it

SurfDog · 03-02-2013, 09:13 PM

Sorry this took so long here are the 9500ci pix I promised.
Front "diffusers" (in grill next to plate)
ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362279209.635906.jpg

Rear "diffuser" right above plate
ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362279259.800583.jpg

Control head which I might move
ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362279290.413218.jpg

Display unit I will soon be putting onto my mirror to shine from inside
ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362279427.317276.jpg

Led which reflects off my speedo (really only visible at night.) blips red when I'm getting lit up by speed gun
ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362279493.974937.jpg
It's a poor picture but it acts like a kind of heads up display on my speedo. I can't really get a good pic if it cause its dim and overpowered by flash.

The display ANC control unit could be way better concealed (you can put them anywhere really.)

In fact I just moved it mid post to here (better I think)
ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362280324.440987.jpg
My wrist was bumping the volume while driving sometimes and it looks less out of place there.

Anyhow I hope the install pix help.

LMBmikeZ · 03-02-2013, 09:16 PM

looks good thanks SurfDog

SurfDog · 03-02-2013, 09:17 PM

p.s. I made that iphone mount next to the control unit out of an old mophie Juice pack case. It works great. I attached it with som bendy thin iron by pulling out the shift lever cover and screwing it into a screw up on there. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362280650.195611.jpg
But that another topic.

Staggered357 · 03-03-2013, 06:18 AM

Nice... I am anxious for you to try the display in the mirror...

Staggered357 · 03-05-2013, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by SurfDog

in Colorado, LADAR "jammers" are not legal, but radar and Laser DETECTORS are. So when I had mine installed, the techs were very careful to tell me that the unit comes shipped with the LADAR "shifter" turned off, and that they were not allowed to turn them on for me. They also very carefully explained the process to turn it on/off. (10 seconds tops from the control head, its about like adjusting the volume)

So, if you are in a "jammer illegal, but detector legal" state, you are still good to go to get one professionally installed. Then its up to you to decide when and where to turn the jammers on.

Or just install it yourself, but its pretty involved and you have to pull out a LOT of trim, open the stereo up for a good power lead, unzip your steering wheel, and probably the bumper too. Fun if your a preficient install guy, (I am not THAT good)

Me either...lol
But it easy to master the operator side.. Really once it's set.. It is self sustaining minus the occasionally USB update

edconline · 03-05-2013, 01:12 AM

Currently using the 9500ix and the ZR4 shifter. The detector has paid for itself literally countless times over, especially considering the GPS function for speed cameras which are everywhere here. The only good thing is that because of the speed cams generating so much revenue, there are rarely any actual cops out doing speed traps

And radar detectors, laser jammers and all the like are totally legal out here in the 'Wild West' lol.

The ZR4 has been good so far, haven't had any massive saves from it on the HWY yet, but it's bought me some time in the city before.

SurfDog · 04-30-2013, 11:39 AM

I have a few Ladar sites on the way to work. My 9500ci has been working like a champ. I believe that the warning tone only goes until the cop takes his finger off the trigger with a recorded speed. In my area, the warning tone goes for 10 seconds usually meaning the popos are having a hard time reading my speed. In fact, I usually have turned off the 9500 BEFORE they are done lazing.

I was going to get some VEIL for the front plate, but I don't think I need it based on these results.

9500ci. Good stuff.

XwChriswX · 04-30-2013, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by SurfDog

I have a few Ladar sites on the way to work. My 9500ci has been working like a champ. I believe that the warning tone only goes until the cop takes his finger off the trigger with a recorded speed. In my area, the warning tone goes for 10 seconds usually meaning the popos are having a hard time reading my speed. In fact, I usually have turned off the 9500 BEFORE they are done lazing.

I was going to get some VEIL for the front plate, but I don't think I need it based on these results.

9500ci. Good stuff.

I have the 9500ci as well, and it works wonders...

Except for the rear laser sensor. That thing goes off ALL THE TIME now.

Especially in rain/at night. I get the water refraction can potentially make light enter it at just the right frequency, but come on. I had an hour drive yesterday and I'm sure that thing went off 50+ times.

It's not a defective product by any means because when it works, it's awesome. But I'm trying to figure out if my rear sensor has gone bad some how?

Drex · 05-01-2013, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by XwChriswX

I have the 9500ci as well, and it works wonders...

Except for the rear laser sensor. That thing goes off ALL THE TIME now.

Especially in rain/at night. I get the water refraction can potentially make light enter it at just the right frequency, but come on. I had an hour drive yesterday and I'm sure that thing went off 50+ times.

It's not a defective product by any means because when it works, it's awesome. But I'm trying to figure out if my rear sensor has gone bad some how?

ive had this happen with my 8500 x50. mostly when raining as you said, but once i became aware of the use of lasers for cruise control etc. as edconline mentioned, i did notice it was mostly happening when i was driving near newer luxury cars and SUVs. so I suspect that is the culprit.

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02-18-2013, 06:11 AM	#2 (permalink)
Z1NONLY Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SW Florida Posts: 355 Drives: 16 FR-S Rep Power: 41	Laser Interceptor is the "best of the best" when it comes to laser jamming, and IIRC, it even has a switch to put the system in "parking sensor only" mode. "Jammer? No officer, those are parking sensor heads, go ahead and test them." LMBmikeZ and SurfDog like this.

02-18-2013, 09:50 PM	#5 (permalink)
SurfDog A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Colorado (9000 feet) Age: 57 Posts: 1,796 Drives: 09 6mt, 13 Sequoia, Rep Power: 15750	Ill post when I get home to the z in a few days __________________ 09 6spd Berk CBE, JWT cams, ZSpeed CSC, Stillen (25 row oil, brake cooling, sways, gen3 CAI), Passport (9500ci), Quaife LSD, Z1 400 hp kit, ss lines, pads, rotors, clutch etc, Phunk's pan and fuel starve fix

03-02-2013, 09:13 PM	#7 (permalink)
SurfDog A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Colorado (9000 feet) Age: 57 Posts: 1,796 Drives: 09 6mt, 13 Sequoia, Rep Power: 15750	Sorry this took so long here are the 9500ci pix I promised. Front "diffusers" (in grill next to plate) ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362279209.635906.jpg Rear "diffuser" right above plate ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362279259.800583.jpg Control head which I might move ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362279290.413218.jpg Display unit I will soon be putting onto my mirror to shine from inside ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362279427.317276.jpg Led which reflects off my speedo (really only visible at night.) blips red when I'm getting lit up by speed gun ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362279493.974937.jpg It's a poor picture but it acts like a kind of heads up display on my speedo. I can't really get a good pic if it cause its dim and overpowered by flash. The display ANC control unit could be way better concealed (you can put them anywhere really.) In fact I just moved it mid post to here (better I think) ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362280324.440987.jpg My wrist was bumping the volume while driving sometimes and it looks less out of place there. Anyhow I hope the install pix help. Mitco39 likes this. __________________ 09 6spd Berk CBE, JWT cams, ZSpeed CSC, Stillen (25 row oil, brake cooling, sways, gen3 CAI), Passport (9500ci), Quaife LSD, Z1 400 hp kit, ss lines, pads, rotors, clutch etc, Phunk's pan and fuel starve fix

03-02-2013, 09:16 PM	#8 (permalink)
LMBmikeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 12,237 Drives: 40th Rep Power: 10351	looks good thanks SurfDog __________________ CUSTOM NISMO \| BERK \| H&R \| STANCE \| SPL everything \| EVO-R \| 34 Setrab \| WHITELINE \| Redline \| Carkitcompany \| Zspeed \| UpRev \| SEIBON

02-27-2013, 12:33 AM	#6 (permalink)
MiStR.NGuYeN Base Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: long beach, ms Posts: 175 Drives: 2012 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 13	Ive got a v1 and it works great! I have to agree that I do feel blind driving without it

03-02-2013, 09:17 PM	#9 (permalink)
SurfDog A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Colorado (9000 feet) Age: 57 Posts: 1,796 Drives: 09 6mt, 13 Sequoia, Rep Power: 15750	p.s. I made that iphone mount next to the control unit out of an old mophie Juice pack case. It works great. I attached it with som bendy thin iron by pulling out the shift lever cover and screwing it into a screw up on there. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1362280650.195611.jpg But that another topic. __________________ 09 6spd Berk CBE, JWT cams, ZSpeed CSC, Stillen (25 row oil, brake cooling, sways, gen3 CAI), Passport (9500ci), Quaife LSD, Z1 400 hp kit, ss lines, pads, rotors, clutch etc, Phunk's pan and fuel starve fix

03-03-2013, 06:18 AM	#10 (permalink)
Staggered357 Base Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: NY VA GA Posts: 149 Drives: Nissan Maxima 10 Rep Power: 14	Nice... I am anxious for you to try the display in the mirror...

03-05-2013, 01:12 AM	#12 (permalink)
edconline Track Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Edmonton Posts: 855 Drives: 10' MB Z34 6MT T/S/N Rep Power: 23	Currently using the 9500ix and the ZR4 shifter. The detector has paid for itself literally countless times over, especially considering the GPS function for speed cameras which are everywhere here. The only good thing is that because of the speed cams generating so much revenue, there are rarely any actual cops out doing speed traps And radar detectors, laser jammers and all the like are totally legal out here in the 'Wild West' lol. The ZR4 has been good so far, haven't had any massive saves from it on the HWY yet, but it's bought me some time in the city before. wheee! likes this. __________________ View Journal Audio Build

04-30-2013, 11:39 AM	#13 (permalink)
SurfDog A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Colorado (9000 feet) Age: 57 Posts: 1,796 Drives: 09 6mt, 13 Sequoia, Rep Power: 15750	I have a few Ladar sites on the way to work. My 9500ci has been working like a champ. I believe that the warning tone only goes until the cop takes his finger off the trigger with a recorded speed. In my area, the warning tone goes for 10 seconds usually meaning the popos are having a hard time reading my speed. In fact, I usually have turned off the 9500 BEFORE they are done lazing. I was going to get some VEIL for the front plate, but I don't think I need it based on these results. 9500ci. Good stuff. __________________ 09 6spd Berk CBE, JWT cams, ZSpeed CSC, Stillen (25 row oil, brake cooling, sways, gen3 CAI), Passport (9500ci), Quaife LSD, Z1 400 hp kit, ss lines, pads, rotors, clutch etc, Phunk's pan and fuel starve fix

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