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They have to run wires from the front bumber to the cockpit, from the rear bumper to the cockpit, and get everything properly connected.
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I am concerned about having a non-Porsche technician, installing anything in my new C4S that requires cutting hole, running wires etc.
Use would make it pretty obvious you're doing something
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Most units only offer limited activation periods as continued use would make it pretty obvious you're doing something to spoof the detector rather than the officer just having difficulty getting a lock on your car.
Use would make it pretty obvious you're doing something
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Most units only offer limited activation periods as continued use would make it pretty obvious you're doing something to spoof the detector rather than the officer just having difficulty getting a lock on your car.
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Escort insists on only professional remote radar installation, does anybody know why?
from their web site:
REQUIRED:
Professional Installation
The Escort Shifter ZR3 must be professionally installed. Escort will not provide support for your installation.
thanks
Maybe they don't know how to do it either, so they can't help?
Seriosly, buy a V1, far superior to anything from Escort. I have 5 Escorts and V1. The V1 is the best!
The install is really complicated. They have to run wires from the front bumber to the cockpit, from the rear bumper to the cockpit, and get everything properly connected.
I had my SRX done by a VW dealer that had done dozens of insalls, and it still took him about 9 hours to do it.
It took time and cost a lot of money, but was well worth it.
ive had both in my front window for 3 weeks and they have about the same range, the only diffrence is the Escort is alot cheaper and doesn't false 1/10 as much
The Escort he is talking about is actually installed in the front and rear bumpers and nothing is visible on the windshield.
As far as range and sensititvity to radar, it compares to the V1. As to Laser, the Passport SRX "Shifts" laser into the pavement instead of the beam returning to the officer. So, while the V1 beeps to let you know that you've just been "tagged", the SRX jamms the laser, long enough for you to slow down and smile at the officer.
my dealer does not install the remote detector, they have an outside contractor who does it for them. I am concerned about having a non-Porsche technician, installing anything in my new C4S that requires cutting hole, running wires etc. Am I just being overly cautious, or is this safe to allow?
Um, not quite. The "shifting" is basically generation of extra IR laser pulses that will confuse the laser trying to determine your speed. Most units only offer limited activation periods as continued use would make it pretty obvious you're doing something to spoof the detector rather than the officer just having difficulty getting a lock on your car. I'm going to guess that wouldn't amuse the police and may well be illegal in some states.
Having owned both Escort and Valentine, I would have to agree with NiveK's assessment. Whenever this topic comes up it's Valentine's Day all over again. The V-1 is excellent but I much prefer the SRX set up. Easier to mute, less false alarms, and far more aesthetically pleasing.
Mal28, ask the installer for references. As long as he has done a few Porsches you should be fine.
Does it matter whether it "deflects" or "confuses" the cop's laser? The point is it gives you notice and a fighting chance to slow down in time. I have it on my car and it has saved me multiple times. As for the installation, it is complex ands i would not trust it to someone who hasn't done it before. Here's an idea of what's involved:
http://www.cartunes.com/installs/porsche/2003_C4S/
Uh, no thanks on that install.
If the falsing on the V-1 bothers you so much, simply disable the X-band... and cross your fingers through small towns.
Pay CASH.
I got the 8500 escort @xmas and put it on the window immediately. It's been great. I get a few falsesies now and again. But, all in all, for the price it's saved me at least 6 times so far. And, I have the extra bucks plus time to spend on golf
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