RADAR DETECTOR, what to buy?

DeliveryMan · 07-12-2016, 07:06 PM

Hi, I have not bought a radar detector in over 5 yrs.
I'm sure the State Troopers and cops have newer radar available to them.

It looks like Escort & valentine are the main players out there?
I am fine with spending the money but not sure if I need the features like GPS.
I need something that catches the radar in any direction and also catches the "pop" radar. I read about a few saving the location of speed traps but is that helpful? I think I put enough info down for some advice.
Here is a few I was looking at

Escort Passport 8500X50 Black Radar Detector, Blue Display
Escort Max 360 Radar Detector (Black)

Thanks!!

Btw I tried to search the threads as I'm sure this topic has been covered but I could not find it.

Allez · 07-12-2016, 07:40 PM

Might want to consider the Uniden DFR7 also.

KirkH · 07-13-2016, 11:00 AM

I bought a $99 Whistler for $66 from autozone because i had a coupon. I have used it for about a month. It seems to alert very well, from long distances. It picks up the speed limit signs with radar from much farther than i expected. it also has 360 degree coverage. For $99, it seems to work well. i had a $250 detector before (can't remember brand) but this cheap Whistler seems to do just as good a job. No scientific testing done here though.

Each town has its own budget for traffic control, so type of detection can vary from town to town. I have found that most towns around me in KY are still using K or Ka.

IneedAZ · 07-13-2016, 12:47 PM

Wife and I both have the Escort Max. Had 2 issues, the suction cups don't always stay(i have switched to the blended mount for mine), and second issue is her sticker on the top of the detector that shows volume, etc...has faded. Other than that both work good. Excellent range on them.

There is a max on ebay right now with only 1 bid so far at $199

MiamiBlueCamaro · 07-13-2016, 12:59 PM

I am planning to buy this.

K1SS MY SS · 07-14-2016, 11:02 AM

Depending on how much you want to spend the the two best ones on the market right now are the Valentine 1 and the Escort Max 360.

The V1 has a learning curve to get it right but its a great radar detector. It's also a couple hundred cheaper than the Max 360. If you just want something that's plug and play get the Max 360. It's the one I have and it's a great detector! It's expensive though.

This is the best forum to do your research on radar detectors http://www.rdforum.org/forum.php

Tr6 · 07-14-2016, 02:57 PM

I love my max360. I've had 8500 then 9500ix before that. GPS feature is the best thing for radar detectors. No annoying and useless hits, not to mention that escort is connected with other escort users on the road which comes in extremely handy when on a car cruise with others who have it.

Emoto · 07-14-2016, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MiamiBlueCamaro

I am planning to buy this.

I didn't know about that Threat Picture thing. Must be new?

Maybe I should get the upgrade.

Love my V-1!

rorymick · 07-14-2016, 04:31 PM

If your pockets are deep enough....get an "Anti laser priority " jammer kit and I'd recommend an escort redline or max 360.

MiamiBlueCamaro · 07-14-2016, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Emoto

I didn't know about that Threat Picture thing. Must be new?

Maybe I should get the upgrade.

Love my V-1!

Need to buy this and download a free app.

bpang1234 · 07-14-2016, 04:49 PM

OK we've covered this several times already...do a search, you're better than that.

That all written, Max360.

Kashi · 07-14-2016, 05:37 PM

I'm using Escort MAX 360 in both of my cars and I'm loving it.

K1SS MY SS · 07-15-2016, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bpang1234

OK we've covered this several times already...do a search, you're better than that.

That all written, Max360.

What do you mean? What's wrong with the Max 360?

K1SS MY SS · 07-15-2016, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rorymick

If your pockets are deep enough....get an "Anti laser priority " jammer kit and I'd recommend an escort redline or max 360.

I second to this. Anti Laser priority is my next investment.

07-12-2016, 07:06 PM	#1
DeliveryMan Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Ohio Posts: 241	RADAR DETECTOR, what to buy? Hi, I have not bought a radar detector in over 5 yrs. I'm sure the State Troopers and cops have newer radar available to them. It looks like Escort & valentine are the main players out there? I am fine with spending the money but not sure if I need the features like GPS. I need something that catches the radar in any direction and also catches the "pop" radar. I read about a few saving the location of speed traps but is that helpful? I think I put enough info down for some advice. Here is a few I was looking at Escort Passport 8500X50 Black Radar Detector, Blue Display Escort Max 360 Radar Detector (Black) Thanks!! Btw I tried to search the threads as I'm sure this topic has been covered but I could not find it. Last edited by DeliveryMan; 07-12-2016 at 07:15 PM. Reason: searched threads

07-13-2016, 11:00 AM	#3
KirkH Drives: 2016 2SS M6 Mosaic Blk Met-SOLD Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: KY Posts: 2,934	I bought a $99 Whistler for $66 from autozone because i had a coupon. I have used it for about a month. It seems to alert very well, from long distances. It picks up the speed limit signs with radar from much farther than i expected. it also has 360 degree coverage. For $99, it seems to work well. i had a $250 detector before (can't remember brand) but this cheap Whistler seems to do just as good a job. No scientific testing done here though. Each town has its own budget for traffic control, so type of detection can vary from town to town. I have found that most towns around me in KY are still using K or Ka. __________________ Official Detailer of CamaroFest 8 & 9 https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum...st-8-pics.html https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showt...=521655&page=1 https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showt...=547470&page=1 https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=527474 No one on Earth has detailed more Camaros. http://KirkTheDetailer.com

07-13-2016, 12:47 PM	#4
IneedAZ Drives: 2017 ZL1 A10 & 2021 BMW M340i x Dr Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 5,111 View My Garage	Wife and I both have the Escort Max. Had 2 issues, the suction cups don't always stay(i have switched to the blended mount for mine), and second issue is her sticker on the top of the detector that shows volume, etc...has faded. Other than that both work good. Excellent range on them. There is a max on ebay right now with only 1 bid so far at $199 __________________ 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

07-13-2016, 12:59 PM	#5
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07-14-2016, 11:02 AM	#6
K1SS MY SS K1SS MY SS Drives: 2016 Chevy Camaro 1SS Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Athens GA Posts: 91	Depending on how much you want to spend the the two best ones on the market right now are the Valentine 1 and the Escort Max 360. The V1 has a learning curve to get it right but its a great radar detector. It's also a couple hundred cheaper than the Max 360. If you just want something that's plug and play get the Max 360. It's the one I have and it's a great detector! It's expensive though. This is the best forum to do your research on radar detectors http://www.rdforum.org/forum.php __________________ Chillin wit the Stangs

07-12-2016, 07:40 PM	#2
Allez Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Maryland Posts: 810	Might want to consider the Uniden DFR7 also.

07-14-2016, 02:57 PM	#7
Tr6 The Dogfather Drives: #1 off the line for a customer. '16 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Andover, KS Posts: 2,621	I love my max360. I've had 8500 then 9500ix before that. GPS feature is the best thing for radar detectors. No annoying and useless hits, not to mention that escort is connected with other escort users on the road which comes in extremely handy when on a car cruise with others who have it. __________________ 2SS, Garnet Red with Adrenalin red, NPP, MRC M6 coupe #33 off the line #1 order for Customer. Build thread HERE! Story of my delivery HERE!

07-14-2016, 04:31 PM	#9
rorymick Drives: 2016 Camaro RS 1LT 2.0L Turbo Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Alberta Canada Posts: 349	If your pockets are deep enough....get an "Anti laser priority " jammer kit and I'd recommend an escort redline or max 360. __________________ '16 1LT 2.0T RS - Catless DP, Intake, Tune/ Eibach springs FE3 shocks/ BMR front bar FE4 rear bar/ Xpel'd front end, CP Reload sealed/ Radenso Pro M.

07-14-2016, 04:49 PM	#11
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07-14-2016, 05:37 PM	#12
Kashi Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Nightfall Gray Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Vidor, TX Posts: 84	I'm using Escort MAX 360 in both of my cars and I'm loving it. __________________ 16' Camaro 2SS NightFall Gray Low Gloss Black Wheels Black Bowtie

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