Clean Radar Detector Install DIY

[GroovyGeek]

For those not using a dash mount accessory rail, I've found a perfect combo after a lot of trial and error:

• USB A to RJ11 Cord from @StickerFab
• 1/4" Male to 1/4" Male Threaded Tripod Screws
• 17mm Ball Head to 1/4"-20 Hole
• 17mm Ball Mount
• Strong double-sided tape

The most difficult part was making sure the radar detector aligned straight once the tripod screws were all the way tightened. I would recommend aligning the ball mount perfectly straight before attaching your radar detector.

This also works with BYOD rails, you just need to mount the ball to the rail.

The method will also implies the presence of the USB port on the dash, which I think is true for only the Lux package, would need to run a wire to the fuse box otherwise. Not a big deal but still worth noting.

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[GotWake]

The important question is how does the detector really function from behind the black dotted stuff on the windshield ..... how can it be tested?

Only metallic materials are going to affect it. Remote radar detectors will have the horn mounted behind the plastic bumper and function fine.

 

[buzpro]

I installed my Radenso DS1 in the Bronco back in October, along with a VIOFO A229 camera. I went to the fuse panel with hardwire kits for both. I used heavy duty velcro on the overhead console and had to make a 1/2” spacer to clear the downward bump with the airbag light. The DS1 has a 1/4-20 screw insert on the top, so the spacer is secured with a screw rather than adhesive. The detector is high and tight and works great. The black dots on the windshield are non magnetic paint that “according to youtube experts” doesn’t affect the signals reaching the detector. The only drawback to this setup is that this hard velcro doesn’t come off without some sort of pry tool, so I keep a plastic trim tool in the console. Quickly removing for a traffic stop might be a challenge.

I LOVE that spot .... I copied you with a slight deviation. Instead of mounting/taping the foam to Velcro strips, I taped the foam to the slide mount of the detector. This way, my detector slides off like a breeze. Now lets see how long this tape holds up!

 

[jclark]

I LOVE that spot .... I copied you with a slight deviation. Instead of mounting/taping the foam to Velcro strips, I taped the foam to the slide mount of the detector. This way, my detector slides off like a breeze. Now lets see how long this tape holds up!

How is this holding up and what did you use for your foam spacer?

 

[GroovyGeek]

How is this holding up and what did you use for your foam spacer?

I suggest a wooden block sanded down to the right thickness and painted black instead of foam. I tried foam and it was too flimsy and wobbly, particularly off road.

 

[buzpro]

How is this holding up and what did you use for your foam spacer?

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Its holding up pretty good. There use to be a very slight air gap between the top of the mirror and the bottom of the detector, but that's gone now and it seems like its resting on the mirror due to the foam stretching. Its still very sturdy, but i expect it to get worse with time. Its lasted almost 2 years so that's pretty good, considering the temps here in the Phoenix area.


Foam I used is out of stock, but you get the idea ..... it was under $10.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CKE2J84?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

The foam has stretched slightly but the detector slides in n out with no issues at all.

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