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Old 03-14-2020, 11:46 AM #16
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Some patrolman know this so they only flick the on switch when they really need to.
Those are the ones you worry about. But if they are actively flicking the switch at times, you tend to pick up the signals bouncing that were aimed at cars ahead.

If the area is totally deserted and you get a trigger jockey like that, you are likely just screwed if you are speeding.
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Those are the ones you worry about. But if they are actively flicking the switch at times, you tend to pick up the signals bouncing that were aimed at cars ahead.

If the area is totally deserted and you get a trigger jockey like that, you are likely just screwed if you are speeding.
Exactly. And this is why my law enforcement friends say they are useless. Only the laziest of officers sit there with their radar on. I sometimes ride quite fast on my bike and I just keep my eyes VERY open. But that's a necessity riding a motorcycle anyhow these days.
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Those are the ones you worry about. But if they are actively flicking the switch at times, you tend to pick up the signals bouncing that were aimed at cars ahead.

If the area is totally deserted and you get a trigger jockey like that, you are likely just screwed if you are speeding.
I’m always aware of my surroundings when going over the speed limit and don’t rely on my radar completely. I just use common sense when I drive and I also don’t excessively speed at night. When I hear or see any blipping at all from my radar detector I definitely slow down and be on alert of whats around. It’s a tool used to drive safely and quickly and not be used for reckless driving.
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I will tell you this, there have been numerous times the radar detected a cruiser way ahead of time where it gave me the time to slow down, where if I did not have it, I would have definitely been pulled over. YMMV

Let’s all face the truth, most people drive above the speed limit, especially on the Interstate where I use it the most. Its a controversial tool that some people think it does not work or think it should be banned. Also its a good idea to check your state laws if its even legal to use in your state.
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I also have the gen1 in each of our cars. I ended up tuning it through the app and for a few years it was great with the blind spot systems. As those systems have evolved, it is beginning to make more noise, so I am definitely interested in the gen2.
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Im more likely to get pulled over for going 15 mph under the speed limit in the 4Runner than over it. I don’t think I’ll be needing a radar detector anytime soon.
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Day late and a dollar short as Mom used to say.

Of course the V1G2 is a big step up from the V1G1 but it still lags the competition for its lack of GPS.

The "Radenso Theia" is supposed to be the shit in detectors when it comes out later this year.

When I drove a PCAR I had one (V1; R3 ); now I drive a T4R, I see no need as it can't get out of it's own way and I could be happier.


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As a brief aside, it would be pretty awesome if there was a way to integrate some of the apps associated with the detectors into the infotainment system or the gauge cluster display. I remember that people used to use the remote displays for some clever V1 installs.
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Anyone in the market for a V1G2, hit them up today - (800) 331-3030. They have some Christmas returns available at 10% off. The ONLY time you'll ever see them at a discount - they don't even offer free shipping for Black Friday so if you're in the market now is the time.
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Any of you with experience with detectors, have you had any success evading "Laser"?
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The Valentine one senses lasers. It senses all frequencies that are legal for the police to use.
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Those are the ones you worry about. But if they are actively flicking the switch at times, you tend to pick up the signals bouncing that were aimed at cars ahead.

If the area is totally deserted and you get a trigger jockey like that, you are likely just screwed if you are speeding.
Quality radar detector + running Waze app on phone is the best equation at always being aware of LE in the area. The crowd sourcing on Waze has saved me a couple times when LE was using the trigger jockey method.
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Quality radar detector + running Waze app on phone is the best equation at always being aware of LE in the area. The crowd sourcing on Waze has saved me a couple times when LE was using the trigger jockey method.
I agree. And I drive a LOT of miles.

No speeding tickets in 26 years. Or stop sign tickets either. They are helpful for those too.

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