Latest mod...
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 684
Likes: 2
From: Dallas TX area
M5, C63, 335Ci
Latest mod...
I just had my V1 integrated into my rear view mirror and must say it os one of the best mods I've done to the car. The V1 unit is hidden inside the rear center headrest and the display in in the rear view mirror. Looks and works great and I no longer have the detector on the windshield!
Pic is a little blurry, but you'll get the idea.
Pic is a little blurry, but you'll get the idea.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,083
Likes: 11
From: PNW
2001 E430
Sweet 
I have been running a similar system in my W210 for about 2 years now. Range is diminished a bit but it still does a damn good job of sniffing them out.
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...-pictures.html
I have been running a similar system in my W210 for about 2 years now. Range is diminished a bit but it still does a damn good job of sniffing them out.https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...-pictures.html
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,955
Likes: 7
2017 Mini Cooper S Clubman ALL4 - British Racing Green
unfortunately, no matter where you hide it, police use detector detectors 
So, the question is, using it where its legal, why bother hiding other then for aesthetics, or do you use it in states that ban them?
So, the question is, using it where its legal, why bother hiding other then for aesthetics, or do you use it in states that ban them?
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 684
Likes: 2
From: Dallas TX area
M5, C63, 335Ci
Anyone who is interested in specifics on where I got it and costs can feel free to PM me for details.
As far as why hide it, I didn't do it to use the detector in states where it is illegal to do so, but to not have a detector on my windshield. Partly for aesthetics and partly so there is not a V1 visible to tempt someone to break into my car and steal it while it is parked somewhere.
As far as why hide it, I didn't do it to use the detector in states where it is illegal to do so, but to not have a detector on my windshield. Partly for aesthetics and partly so there is not a V1 visible to tempt someone to break into my car and steal it while it is parked somewhere.
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
New Electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Unveiled: 10 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)
Verdad Gallardo
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 684
Likes: 2
From: Dallas TX area
M5, C63, 335Ci
Sweet I have been running a similar system in my W210 for about 2 years now. Range is diminished a bit but it still does a damn good job of sniffing them out.
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...-pictures.html
I have been running a similar system in my W210 for about 2 years now. Range is diminished a bit but it still does a damn good job of sniffing them out.https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w...-pictures.html
I currently have one of the homelink buttons wired as a mute button. (I only use 2 so giving one to this function did not cause any loss of functionality for me.)
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 684
Likes: 2
From: Dallas TX area
M5, C63, 335Ci
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,083
Likes: 11
From: PNW
2001 E430
[QUOTE=qship5;4137914]Very nice install! As far as range being diminished, I'm not sure yet, but it definitiel still sniffs them out. Based on your picture, perhaps your range is diminished since the headrest sits so low in relation to the rear deck. QUOTE]
My initial plan was to mount it in the front of the headliner but I couldn't figure a decent way to get it to fit so thats why I went with the headrest. Before I commited to mounting it in the headrest I did some tests by wrapping it in a jacket, setting it on the rear deck, and running by some radar drones. It did lose some sensitivity but not enough to deter me. I've had many saves with it in its current location.
Nice. Although I'm happy with my setup I would have preferred a totally invisible install.
Are you running or planning on running a laser jammer??
My initial plan was to mount it in the front of the headliner but I couldn't figure a decent way to get it to fit so thats why I went with the headrest. Before I commited to mounting it in the headrest I did some tests by wrapping it in a jacket, setting it on the rear deck, and running by some radar drones. It did lose some sensitivity but not enough to deter me. I've had many saves with it in its current location.
Are you running or planning on running a laser jammer??
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 2,034
Likes: 20
From: Toronto
MY17 E43 Matte Selenite/Macchiato Beige, MY16 GLE350d Tenorite/Crystal Grey, MY17 B250
Have you had the V1 running with the navi screen up yet? I had a similar setup in my M3 and the nav screen constantly set off the V1's laser detector. I had to disable the laser detection (which was no big deal since the detector was mounted in the headliner and wasn't going to grab laser signals anyway)
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 684
Likes: 2
From: Dallas TX area
M5, C63, 335Ci
[quote=suicidal4life;4139098]
Already running a Laser Interceptor. Best countermeasure investment yet!
Very nice install! As far as range being diminished, I'm not sure yet, but it definitiel still sniffs them out. Based on your picture, perhaps your range is diminished since the headrest sits so low in relation to the rear deck. QUOTE]
My initial plan was to mount it in the front of the headliner but I couldn't figure a decent way to get it to fit so thats why I went with the headrest. Before I commited to mounting it in the headrest I did some tests by wrapping it in a jacket, setting it on the rear deck, and running by some radar drones. It did lose some sensitivity but not enough to deter me. I've had many saves with it in its current location.
Nice. Although I'm happy with my setup I would have preferred a totally invisible install.
Are you running or planning on running a laser jammer??
My initial plan was to mount it in the front of the headliner but I couldn't figure a decent way to get it to fit so thats why I went with the headrest. Before I commited to mounting it in the headrest I did some tests by wrapping it in a jacket, setting it on the rear deck, and running by some radar drones. It did lose some sensitivity but not enough to deter me. I've had many saves with it in its current location.
Nice. Although I'm happy with my setup I would have preferred a totally invisible install.
Are you running or planning on running a laser jammer??
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 684
Likes: 2
From: Dallas TX area
M5, C63, 335Ci
Have you had the V1 running with the navi screen up yet? I had a similar setup in my M3 and the nav screen constantly set off the V1's laser detector. I had to disable the laser detection (which was no big deal since the detector was mounted in the headliner and wasn't going to grab laser signals anyway)
Member
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 155
Likes: 1
From: NoVA
'09 C63 AMG
Thanks for posting this. I remember seeing this mod maybe in the W204 forum and called the company about it (have since forgotten the name) -- the guy who made it (or gets the parts) was even willing to fly to me if I paid or travel/lodging to do the install! Needless to say, it started getting a little pricey, but I thought it was very intense how they were willing to do that. Sent you a pm for follow-up.
