Radar Detector - Page 2

nicktechla · 09-04-2019, 01:57 AM

I have the Uniden R3 with the Blendmount. It's awesome, definitely paid for itself.

Allez · 09-04-2019, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Jones

Price wise had been considering the r3 or escort iX. Leaning more towards the escort because of its slim profile. Is the r7 or v1 really worth the extra coin?

I have both the R3 and R7. Whether it's worth the extra money for arrows ultimately is up to you, but to me having arrows helps tremendously with situational awareness. Looking this morning I've found the R7 on line as low as $530 from a very reputable retailer.

IneedAZ · 09-04-2019, 08:34 AM

In my opinion go Uniden R3 if cost is a factor or go R7 if you want the arrows in addition to the great coverage. I own both as well as the Escort 360max. The biggest drawback i have for the Escort is using it with a mirror mount. It is hard to get to the buttons to mark a location or mute the unit cause it sits so close to the mirror. The Uniden R3 has front buttons and the R7 has them on the side, so they both work well when using the mirror mounts. All my cars have mirror mounts, and I also prefer the mirror power taps to keep it all clean looking.

Almost forgot to mention...i got my Uniden R7 from ebay..you can get them new and sometimes take advantage of the ebay 10%off sales they offer. That is what i did.

Mr_Jones · 09-04-2019, 04:00 PM

All good advise and I appreciate it.

I'm still leaning towards the two that I've mentioned earlier. The R3 has received many mentions. Curious as to why there aren't more Escort fans or mentions? They were pretty much the first radar brand I learned of back in the day when my dad was looking for peace of mind while driving.

I've been researching all week and will be pulling the trigger on something as soon as I stop concentrating on Dorian.

nicktechla · 09-04-2019, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Jones

All good advise and I appreciate it.

I'm still leaning towards the two that I've mentioned earlier. The R3 has received many mentions. Curious as to why there aren't more Escort fans or mentions? They were pretty much the first radar brand I learned of back in the day when my dad was looking for peace of mind while driving.

The R3 has one of the best ranges out there

Move'n Up · 09-04-2019, 04:16 PM

I love my Uniden R3 and shuttle it back and forth between my vehicles. Firmware v1.5 now has segmentation to filter out BSM.
http://www.uniden.info/download/index.cfm?s=R3

$301 with Free Shipping
https://www.rakuten.com/shop/electro...ss/product/R3/

bigtexhand · 09-05-2019, 08:19 AM

Meow WHY in the WORLD would you be needing to detect my radar?

NowaChevyGuy · 09-05-2019, 09:41 AM

Escort Max360 (360c is the latest model, since it's release the 360's have dropped in price). Couple that with a blendmount wiring harness and you have a really clean install with no wires. In highway mode I get alerts up to a mile and a half away. I love this radar detector and it is the best I've ever had.

nicktechla · 09-05-2019, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by bigtexhand

Meow WHY in the WORLD would you be needing to detect my radar?

Orangeman13 · 09-06-2019, 04:51 PM

Waze is the best defense against cops

nicktechla · 09-06-2019, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Orangeman13

Waze is the best defense against cops

Waze + Radar

Orangeman13 · 09-06-2019, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by nicktechla

Waze + Radar

True.

:RockinVert5thGen :

cdrptrks · 09-06-2019, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Clearly_Canadian

The latest update last month got rid of the new Mazda alerts. So far, it’s been really quiet. However, I blasted through 2 traps on the same hwy and It didn’t even register. Kinda raised my eyebrows!

The latest firmware (US 16) that I see on their website is from January 3rd, 2019. It defaults to K narrow out of the box; try changing it to K wide if you haven't already. Those traps could have been using K band radar outside of the K narrow frequency range.

Silverado57 · 09-06-2019, 08:45 PM

Following.
Interesting discussion. I haven't considered a radar detector in well over 30 years.

09-04-2019, 01:57 AM	#15
nicktechla Drives: 2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 1,776	I have the Uniden R3 with the Blendmount. It's awesome, definitely paid for itself. __________________ IG: 2fast2nick -- Current -- 2012 Porsche Turbo S - PDK - Basalt Black Metallic -- Past -- 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe - Red Hot - A10, PDR - HRE P101 2015 Mustang GT PP - Whipple Supercharger

09-04-2019, 08:34 AM	#17
IneedAZ Drives: 2017 ZL1 A10 & 2021 BMW M340i x Dr Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 5,110 View My Garage	In my opinion go Uniden R3 if cost is a factor or go R7 if you want the arrows in addition to the great coverage. I own both as well as the Escort 360max. The biggest drawback i have for the Escort is using it with a mirror mount. It is hard to get to the buttons to mark a location or mute the unit cause it sits so close to the mirror. The Uniden R3 has front buttons and the R7 has them on the side, so they both work well when using the mirror mounts. All my cars have mirror mounts, and I also prefer the mirror power taps to keep it all clean looking. Almost forgot to mention...i got my Uniden R7 from ebay..you can get them new and sometimes take advantage of the ebay 10%off sales they offer. That is what i did. __________________ Sold 2012 2LT RS 12.3@112 old setup Sold 1967 Camaro Pro Street. Ran 10's mild BB on NOS. 2017 HyperBlue ZL1 A10 Born 3/17/17Delivered 4/08/17 2020 Build: Mag2650, BTR Stage2, NW103, BG, 14% lower, 90mm upper, ARH 2" Long system w/no cats, SW Legend mufflers. 807hp/762tq on 93 gas and 848hp/792tq on e47 Sold 2018 (Go Mango) Dodge Charger Daytona 392 Daily Driver Daily Driver 2021 BMW M340i Xdrive

09-04-2019, 04:00 PM	#18
Mr_Jones DaBatMan Drives: "Candi" 2018 2LT RS M6 Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Jax, FL Posts: 51	All good advise and I appreciate it. I'm still leaning towards the two that I've mentioned earlier. The R3 has received many mentions. Curious as to why there aren't more Escort fans or mentions? They were pretty much the first radar brand I learned of back in the day when my dad was looking for peace of mind while driving. I've been researching all week and will be pulling the trigger on something as soon as I stop concentrating on Dorian. __________________ "As I lay rubber down the street, I pray for traction I can keep, but if I spin and begin to slide, please dear God protect my ride" MODS: husky floor liners / uniden r7 / plain jane otherwise... Current Wives: 2018 Camaro 2LT RS MT / 2008 Avalanche 5.3L AFM Ex-GF's: 2010 VW CC Lux 2.0T/ 2004 Mazda RX-8 GT MT/ 2001 A6 3.0T MT/ 2001 Navigator / 1995 Accord EX MT

09-04-2019, 04:16 PM	#20
Move'n Up Drives: 17 Z06/Z07, 17 2SS Fifty, Ram 2500 Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 247	I love my Uniden R3 and shuttle it back and forth between my vehicles. Firmware v1.5 now has segmentation to filter out BSM. http://www.uniden.info/download/index.cfm?s=R3 $301 with Free Shipping https://www.rakuten.com/shop/electro...ss/product/R3/ __________________ Build Date 8/1/2016 1,109 out of 5,982\| Club F1FTY

09-05-2019, 08:19 AM	#21
bigtexhand Drives: 2017 Garnet Red 2SS Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Houston Posts: 80	Meow WHY in the WORLD would you be needing to detect my radar? Attached Images

09-05-2019, 09:41 AM	#22
NowaChevyGuy Drives: 2016 Camaro LT1 RS Black on Black Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: San Bernardino, CA Posts: 269	Escort Max360 (360c is the latest model, since it's release the 360's have dropped in price). Couple that with a blendmount wiring harness and you have a really clean install with no wires. In highway mode I get alerts up to a mile and a half away. I love this radar detector and it is the best I've ever had. __________________ . NowAChevyGuy 2016 RS - Trifecta Tuned, 3.23 diff swap, Borla S Type, JMS Throttle Controller, Lambo doors, Monster stereo, GM LED rear tail lights, BMR swaybars/End Links/Trailing Arms, tinted dark and murdered out.[/br] Car kicks ass! $20k.. and I get 20mpg with my foot in it, everywhere I go!.... Say somethin about V6's now...

09-06-2019, 04:51 PM	#24
Orangeman13 Drives: 2023 Black Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 259	Waze is the best defense against cops

09-06-2019, 08:45 PM	#28
Silverado57 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 522	Following. Interesting discussion. I haven't considered a radar detector in well over 30 years. __________________ Kevin Luceo Non Uro

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