Mounting Valentine 1 Radar mount under Mirror

hansenc · 06-06-2008, 08:53 PM

Anyone bought and tried one of these with their V1 Radar and the 1 Series Mirror. I'm sure its no different from the 3 Series but wouldn't mind finding someone that has measured and bought one.

http://www.countryjoycrafts.com/350Z...ntinemount.htm

C_Topher · 06-06-2008, 10:03 PM

Some great pics about halfway down. Thanks to Romka.

hansenc · 06-06-2008, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by C_Topher

Some great pics about halfway down. Thanks to Romka.

Thanks. I dont think I will pick this mount up. seems to not be too adjustable and IMO it puts the radar too low.

Spook · 06-06-2008, 10:30 PM

I'm thinking I would like the detector pretty high up on the windshield to get a bit more stealth

C_Topher · 06-06-2008, 11:00 PM

Yeah, I thought the above-referenced mount would block my view of the road. I hardwired a high windshield mount, just below the driver's visor. It is almost impossible to see from outside the car. The high position is also reported to have the best radar detection (and worst laser detection).

hansenc · 06-07-2008, 08:54 AM

I just hate suction cup mounts, at some point they always fail. What about removing the suction cup's and putting in place automotive grade double sided tape? will that hold the weight?

nszzya · 07-29-2009, 10:34 AM

Has anyone come up with a radar detector mount for the 1er that:

1. Doesn't interfere with sunshade operation
2. Doesn't rely on suction cups
3. Doesn't interfere with rearview mirror adjustment?

C_Topher · 07-31-2009, 04:08 PM

I did try the double-sided tape with a velcro attachment, and in our HOT Georgia sun the adhesive melted. (it looks like my link above to the pictures above has died now that we have migrated hosts)

BahamaBart · 08-18-2009, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by hansenc

Anyone bought and tried one of these with their V1 Radar and the 1 Series Mirror. I'm sure its no different from the 3 Series but wouldn't mind finding someone that has measured and bought one.

http://www.countryjoycrafts.com/350Z...ntinemount.htm

Its my understanding that it will not work w/ BMW rear view mirror.
Could be wrong and have emailed them
While I too would like to see something like this for our cars at present I have it next to the rear view mirror drivers side, using the suction cups. And yes it does interfer with the visor.

here are some gallery pics -

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/album.php?albumid=1609

BahamaBart · 08-18-2009, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by hansenc

Thanks. I dont think I will pick this mount up. seems to not be too adjustable and IMO it puts the radar too low.

Your right it appears that it must hang down.

It needs a ball joint at the lower end.

Addict...Nah Im A Junkie! · 08-18-2009, 11:25 AM

I debated getting that mount too, but have seen it and feel it blocks too much visibility in the twisties. I'm debating doing a high install on the passengers side of the main unit with the concealed display permanently mounted somewhere in the drivers line of sight. I did this in my M3 and it was really nice and DL. I had a couple of friends that made me help them do the same for their detectors they liked it so much. I probably wont get around to it till the winter though.

hansenc · 08-19-2009, 08:49 AM

I havent come up with anything yet and still using suction cups

god i hate them in the FL sun.

f1rst 1 · 06-15-2011, 10:31 PM

thread revival....

Here's the non broken link...
http://www.countryjoycrafts.com/Conn...arDetector.htm

Has anyone tried/bought this mount yet? I need to get the detector off the suction cups and hardwired asap, I can't stand the cord.

Or is there something out there that works better?

Thaddy · 06-16-2011, 07:25 AM

I used this mount with my Subaru for years, and it's excellent. By far the best mount I ever used. Install it once, get it adjusted, and you'll never touch it again.

psalm40 · 06-16-2011, 08:48 PM

I have used it for My GT-R and the Subaru as well. It works! The question is will it work in a 1er? They have a little section on he website regarding modifying to clamp area with a piece of hose...if I get the one off the Subaru, I'll check out what it may take to make it work.

tangfj · 02-21-2012, 06:17 AM

So can anyone confirm if the mount from countryjoycrafts works with our 1 series?

crbalch · 02-21-2012, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by tangfj

So can anyone confirm if the mount from countryjoycrafts works with our 1 series?

this

tangfj · 02-21-2012, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by crbalch

this

What do you mean by "this"???

f1rst 1 · 02-21-2012, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by tangfj

What do you mean by "this"???

just another word for "yeah, what he said"

tangfj · 02-21-2012, 03:05 PM

got it... well i sent countryjoycrafts an e-mail so we'll see what they say... i'll keep those of you interested posted through this thread.

crbalch · 02-21-2012, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by tangfj

got it... well i sent countryjoycrafts an e-mail so we'll see what they say... i'll keep those of you interested posted through this thread.

Yeah I think I actually sent them an email a long time ago but have no idea what they responded with so I am curious to see what they say. I have an Escort detector, but I know they make the same mount for that as well.

Let us know when they respond.

f1rst 1 · 02-21-2012, 03:08 PM

I've sent emails to them too, they just said "try it and you can return it if it doesn't work" I measured my mirror and everything but just haven't pulled the trigger on it yet.

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C_Topher Señor Member 16 Rep 452 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	Yeah, I thought the above-referenced mount would block my view of the road. I hardwired a high windshield mount, just below the driver's visor. It is almost impossible to see from outside the car. The high position is also reported to have the best radar detection (and worst laser detection). __________________ Monaco Blue/Savannah Beige 135i
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hansenc 1addict, and proud 16 Rep 443 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Brandon, FL iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 128i [0.00]	I just hate suction cup mounts, at some point they always fail. What about removing the suction cup's and putting in place automotive grade double sided tape? will that hold the weight?
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nszzya Drive Different 52 Rep 225 Posts Drives: '16 F15 '17 F87 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	Has anyone come up with a radar detector mount for the 1er that: 1. Doesn't interfere with sunshade operation 2. Doesn't rely on suction cups 3. Doesn't interfere with rearview mirror adjustment?
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C_Topher Señor Member 16 Rep 452 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	I did try the double-sided tape with a velcro attachment, and in our HOT Georgia sun the adhesive melted. (it looks like my link above to the pictures above has died now that we have migrated hosts) __________________ Monaco Blue/Savannah Beige 135i
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Addict...Nah Im A Junkie! Captain 34 Rep 786 Posts Drives: 09 135i, 98 M rdstr Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	I debated getting that mount too, but have seen it and feel it blocks too much visibility in the twisties. I'm debating doing a high install on the passengers side of the main unit with the concealed display permanently mounted somewhere in the drivers line of sight. I did this in my M3 and it was really nice and DL. I had a couple of friends that made me help them do the same for their detectors they liked it so much. I probably wont get around to it till the winter though. __________________ '09 135i 6MT : Space Grey/Black ette : Cold Weather Package : Sport Package : Glacier Silver Aluminum Trim : iPod and USB : Nav : HD radio : Premium hi-fi system
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hansenc 1addict, and proud 16 Rep 443 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Brandon, FL iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 128i [0.00]	I havent come up with anything yet and still using suction cups god i hate them in the FL sun.
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f1rst 1 Lieutenant 28 Rep 457 Posts Drives: '18 x1 & '09 Cayman S Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Denver iTrader: (1)	thread revival.... Here's the non broken link... http://www.countryjoycrafts.com/Conn...arDetector.htm Has anyone tried/bought this mount yet? I need to get the detector off the suction cups and hardwired asap, I can't stand the cord. Or is there something out there that works better? __________________ Current: 2018 MSport x1 & 2009 Cayman S Former: 2013 BMW 335i XDrive M Sport 6spd Cobb Tuned '09 135i
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Thaddy Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 285 Posts Drives: 2011 135i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Pittsburgh iTrader: (1)	I used this mount with my Subaru for years, and it's excellent. By far the best mount I ever used. Install it once, get it adjusted, and you'll never touch it again.
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psalm40 Jet Black 135cic 2 Rep 156 Posts Drives: 2011 135i convertible Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Western Wisconsin iTrader: (0)	I have used it for My GT-R and the Subaru as well. It works! The question is will it work in a 1er? They have a little section on he website regarding modifying to clamp area with a piece of hose...if I get the one off the Subaru, I'll check out what it may take to make it work. __________________ 2011 Jet Black 135i Vert 2011 Diamond White GL450
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tangfj New Member 0 Rep 17 Posts Drives: Lexus IS300 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Philadelphia, PA iTrader: (0)	Countryjoycrafts radar mount work? So can anyone confirm if the mount from countryjoycrafts works with our 1 series?
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