What radar/laser detector would you suggest...

Fox Body · 12-11-2001, 06:40 PM

... for under $170? I need to get one that's good and reliable.

Rev · 12-11-2001, 07:43 PM

I recently bought an Escort Passport 8500. I got it on Ebay for 259 +12 for shipping. I did quite a bit of research and settled on that one. Do a search to check on less expensive models as there is a lot of testing results on the net. None are much good against laser. Instant on is pretty tough to detect also unless you pay close attention.

Rev

Maroon 5.0 LX · 12-11-2001, 09:12 PM

There's lots of places on line to check them out to get specs, plus eBay.

If you do a lot of over the road travel, a cheap CB radio is better than any radar detector. The truckers know where just about every cop is.

I just got back from Florida, and truckers called out about every cop on the road, whether a plain car, marked car, moving, or sitting in the bushes, and radar traps.

Fox Body · 12-11-2001, 10:57 PM

Yeah, you're right Rev I need to do some research, but I 'm going out of town this weekend and kinda want to get one b4 Friday. Need some quick advice from those who own one and how they like theirs.

Maroon 5.0 LX, you're right about the truckers, but I don't do much out of town driving.

I was thinking about getting a decent Whistler (sp?) brand name one. Whadya think? I don't want top of the line, just decent quality.

Yeah, I'll go check out some online and at Best Buy, but any other quick advice here is appreciated.

cyberstang5.0 · 12-12-2001, 09:42 AM

I got mine at Best Buy (DON"T GO THERE, they rip you off on price). I have the Cobra ESD 9550 and it works great. http://www.shopcobra.com/product.asp?sku=1756124 It goes off and the cop is about 1/2 a mile away. Just keep in mind that this only helps for 1 out of 3 ways they can catch you for speeding.

Rebel79 · 12-12-2001, 11:09 AM

There is no real point in buying a Laser detector. It will only tell you when you have been clocked.

Fox Body · 12-12-2001, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Rebel79
There is no real point in buying a Laser detector. It will only tell you when you have been clocked.

LOL.

Thanks guys.

Rev · 12-12-2001, 07:01 PM

The point about the laser detector (non-laser detector) is correct. I know this from personal experience and I have the top of the line Passport 8500.

Rev

zepherman · 12-13-2001, 12:42 PM

I always hear people say that they dont work, but mine has saved me from at least 4 tickets, which pays for itself. It cant keep you from getting a ticket in every situation, but every little bit helps. I have a cobra that i bought from best buy for 109$ with a 10$ rebate.

1BAD89 · 12-13-2001, 01:47 PM

I have the Cobra 9250 I think that is the number? And it works really well. All my friends have Cobra's and they couldn't be more happy.

12-11-2001, 06:40 PM	#1
Fox Body Mustang Maniac Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: GA, U.S.A Posts: 2,266	What radar/laser detector would you suggest... ... for under $170? I need to get one that's good and reliable. __________________ 351W-powered 1979 Ford Mustang Ghia notchback '79 Video @ Idle Stock 5.8L under 4" cowl 'glass hood, C4 w/ Transgo shift kit, Holley 750 cfm, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake; Fluidyne Al radiator, Flexalite 175 electric fan, 1 5/8" MAC shorty headers, FRPP Al driveshaft; S&W 6-point cage; 2.5" Off road H-pipe, 2-chamber Flowmasters, 8.8" Rear w/ 3.55s; Weld wheels (15x6;15x8), Front: 225/60/15, Rear: 275/50/15 Nitto NT 555R Drag Radials; 14 x 4” K&N X-stream air filter. '92 GT (5-speed) Small In Car Video Stock 5.0L, 2-chamber Flowmasters, MAC CAI, Tri-Ax, Al pedals... "Red, thou art my companion. Hasten now your quickened metamorphosis to Green that I may conquer all who dare abide there beside me. May they be left thither behind burnt black." ---Fox Body

12-11-2001, 07:43 PM	#2
Rev Registered Member Join Date: Nov 1998 Location: Houston, Tx. Posts: 3,887	I recently bought an Escort Passport 8500. I got it on Ebay for 259 +12 for shipping. I did quite a bit of research and settled on that one. Do a search to check on less expensive models as there is a lot of testing results on the net. None are much good against laser. Instant on is pretty tough to detect also unless you pay close attention. Rev __________________ '66 Coupe, 306, 350-375 HP, C-4, 13.07 e.t., 104.8 mph, 1/4 mi. O.B.C. #2 '66 coupe

12-11-2001, 09:12 PM	#3
Maroon 5.0 LX Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 471	There's lots of places on line to check them out to get specs, plus eBay. If you do a lot of over the road travel, a cheap CB radio is better than any radar detector. The truckers know where just about every cop is. I just got back from Florida, and truckers called out about every cop on the road, whether a plain car, marked car, moving, or sitting in the bushes, and radar traps. __________________ '89 LX 5.0 - 5 speed. Original Owner '94 E-150 4.9 Hi-Top Conversion Van '06 Mustang V-6, 5 speed

12-11-2001, 10:57 PM	#4
Fox Body Mustang Maniac Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: GA, U.S.A Posts: 2,266	Yeah, you're right Rev I need to do some research, but I 'm going out of town this weekend and kinda want to get one b4 Friday. Need some quick advice from those who own one and how they like theirs. Maroon 5.0 LX, you're right about the truckers, but I don't do much out of town driving. I was thinking about getting a decent Whistler (sp?) brand name one. Whadya think? I don't want top of the line, just decent quality. Yeah, I'll go check out some online and at Best Buy, but any other quick advice here is appreciated. __________________ 351W-powered 1979 Ford Mustang Ghia notchback '79 Video @ Idle Stock 5.8L under 4" cowl 'glass hood, C4 w/ Transgo shift kit, Holley 750 cfm, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake; Fluidyne Al radiator, Flexalite 175 electric fan, 1 5/8" MAC shorty headers, FRPP Al driveshaft; S&W 6-point cage; 2.5" Off road H-pipe, 2-chamber Flowmasters, 8.8" Rear w/ 3.55s; Weld wheels (15x6;15x8), Front: 225/60/15, Rear: 275/50/15 Nitto NT 555R Drag Radials; 14 x 4” K&N X-stream air filter. '92 GT (5-speed) Small In Car Video Stock 5.0L, 2-chamber Flowmasters, MAC CAI, Tri-Ax, Al pedals... "Red, thou art my companion. Hasten now your quickened metamorphosis to Green that I may conquer all who dare abide there beside me. May they be left thither behind burnt black." ---Fox Body

12-12-2001, 11:09 AM	#6
Rebel79 News Editor Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: Concord, CA Posts: 2,101	There is no real point in buying a Laser detector. It will only tell you when you have been clocked. __________________ Scott Halihan, News Editor The MustangWorks Magazine 1994 Supercharged Mustang Cobra Rebel Racing. Home of Bay Area Mustangs

12-12-2001, 09:42 AM	#5
cyberstang5.0 347ci of HORSE POWER!!! Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,416	I got mine at Best Buy (DON"T GO THERE, they rip you off on price). I have the Cobra ESD 9550 and it works great. http://www.shopcobra.com/product.asp?sku=1756124 It goes off and the cop is about 1/2 a mile away. Just keep in mind that this only helps for 1 out of 3 ways they can catch you for speeding.

12-12-2001, 07:01 PM	#8
Rev Registered Member Join Date: Nov 1998 Location: Houston, Tx. Posts: 3,887	The point about the laser detector (non-laser detector) is correct. I know this from personal experience and I have the top of the line Passport 8500. Rev __________________ '66 Coupe, 306, 350-375 HP, C-4, 13.07 e.t., 104.8 mph, 1/4 mi. O.B.C. #2 '66 coupe

12-13-2001, 12:42 PM	#9
zepherman Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Oklahoma City OK USA Posts: 236	I always hear people say that they dont work, but mine has saved me from at least 4 tickets, which pays for itself. It cant keep you from getting a ticket in every situation, but every little bit helps. I have a cobra that i bought from best buy for 109$ with a 10$ rebate. __________________ 90 GT 25th Anni. Did the AOD to T-5 swap, SPEC clutch, Steeda Tri-Ax shifter, BBK 2½ inch off-road H pipe, Flows, BBK 70mm TB/EGR, Ford Racing aluminim driveshaft, 3.55's, welded subframes, Ram Air, 3 core radiator, NOS dry kit 75 shot, and a K&N filter. 12.9 @ 108

12-13-2001, 01:47 PM	#10
1BAD89 Tubbed and Juiced Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 1,861	I have the Cobra 9250 I think that is the number? And it works really well. All my friends have Cobra's and they couldn't be more happy.

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