Fuzz Buster Question

CHEVYZ71 · 10-19-01, 07:00

I know this doesn't really pertain to detailing but I have a question and need a detailed answer.

Does anyone know if mounting a radar detector above the rear view mirror will degrade it's performace? I mean by mounting it there it will also be setting behind the factory tint. Will the tint reduce performance any? I would like to mount one up there just to keep out of site out of mind criminals from ripping it off! And also so I can hard wire it into my overhead console lighting panel.
Thanks.

Brad B. · 10-19-01, 07:02

I have not had any negative results with Passport or Valentine One detectors mounted behind the mirror. I think that's a pretty acceptable mounting location.

PrinzII · 10-22-01, 08:58

As far as I know, the only cars that I recall having issues with radar detectors are Tauruses with the Insta-Clear Windshield.
Those windshields wreaked havoc with the reception of many detectors.

Guess My Name · 10-22-01, 11:06

Window tint does affect the LASER Reception a bit. It can affect the range for RADAR reception as well. I suggest you read the Valentine website the guy is pretty geeky and has a bunch of answers to common questions.