looking to buy a radar detector

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Jan 4, 2004 | 09:41 PM

#31

GoTuningTommy

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From: Orange County, CA

Gosh, I need one of those real bad. Got a ticket not too long ago.

Jan 5, 2004 | 07:28 AM

#32

djohnston

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From: Parsippany

This is OT, but has anyone tried the new Passport Solo S2 cordless? The price seems a bit high, and I can't seem to find it at a discount anywhere.

Jan 5, 2004 | 10:47 AM

#33

shiftright

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From: Seabrook

Cordless detectors are not as effective. If you must have one it is better than not having one but their performance is not comparable.
Operating on a battery and to conserve power these are unable to continuously scan the entire spectrum of the increasingly popular Ka band. If you can get a Passport 8500 or the V1.

Jan 5, 2004 | 11:14 AM

#34

JerryIII

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From: Tampa, FL

I absolutely love my V1. It is by far the best radar dectector I have ever had. From what I have read, the 8500 is a great radar detector too.

Jerry

Jan 5, 2004 | 12:09 PM

#35

Nickfromny

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From: Endwell, NY

Go with V1 you can program out x band and increase alarm worning on ka & k. Can't drive with out arrows.

Jan 5, 2004 | 12:15 PM

#36

happs22

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From: Long Island/C'ville, VA

OK, I'm convinced. I just ordered a V1, and I do a lot of driving for work, so I'll report back once its in use.

Glad I found this thread and got the input of so many users!

-happs