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Escort 8500 Installed
- Thread starter DBLXX
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Woodys2718
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- 2016 CX 5 GT AWD, Tech & IActivesense
DBLXX what model CX5 do you have? Just wondering if you have IActive? I'm curious if the Radar Cruise Control will affect a radar detector.
I have a similar set up in my 2010 Mustang GT (Blendmount and Mirror Tap for my Bel radar detector). My Bel just sits all winter, so I figure why not use it in my CX5.
I have a similar set up in my 2010 Mustang GT (Blendmount and Mirror Tap for my Bel radar detector). My Bel just sits all winter, so I figure why not use it in my CX5.
I've just been using the supplied cheap twin suction cups in my car/truck but they are starting to not work very well in the cold weather. My motorcycles use a custom aluminum mount I fabricated that mounts to the tank. I'm thinking of getting the Escort Blendmount:
https://www.escortradar.com/escort-blendmounts/#bbe2000
It costs about $40 more than the PerformancePackage Bracket/mirror tap but the teeth on the mirror stem clamp look a bit vicious to me. (boom04)
The coiled cord across the dash to the 12v outlet hasn't bothered me too much but it will be nice to ditch it!
https://www.escortradar.com/escort-blendmounts/#bbe2000
It costs about $40 more than the PerformancePackage Bracket/mirror tap but the teeth on the mirror stem clamp look a bit vicious to me. (boom04)
The coiled cord across the dash to the 12v outlet hasn't bothered me too much but it will be nice to ditch it!
I've just been using the supplied cheap twin suction cups in my car/truck but they are starting to not work very well in the cold weather. My motorcycles use a custom aluminum mount I fabricated that mounts to the tank. I'm thinking of getting the Escort Blendmount:
https://www.escortradar.com/escort-blendmounts/#bbe2000
It costs about $40 more than the PerformancePackage Bracket/mirror tap but the teeth on the mirror stem clamp look a bit vicious to me. (boom04)
The coiled cord across the dash to the 12v outlet hasn't bothered me too much but it will be nice to ditch it!
2 pieces of thin rubber and done. Saved me $40 beans. Plus - I have the blend mount in my Miata PRHT and it vibrates like a mother.
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I've been wondering, how exactly DO you install a RD in one of the racing models of CX-5? (Those are lightweight and cut the electric/Homelink style mirror out for better handling/weight dist.) That's the one I have. The racecar model.
So how do I wire the RD? I presume the electric connections are still there, just remove the sunglasses holder to access them and then push the Invisicord through the headliner/windshield juncture?
So how do I wire the RD? I presume the electric connections are still there, just remove the sunglasses holder to access them and then push the Invisicord through the headliner/windshield juncture?
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2 pieces of thin rubber and done. Saved me $40 beans. Plus - I have the blend mount in my Miata PRHT and it vibrates like a mother.
I used a V1 in my Z06 and 370Z. Suction-cup mount was THE way to go, IMO. Worked great. Blendmount blocked view when cornering, and vibrated, and looked stupid.
This is how I did it:
http://www.rdforum.org/showthread.php?t=41593&page=3
Cost me nothing and I just had to push it up there and it sits rigid, specially with the anti rattle bracket.
http://www.rdforum.org/showthread.php?t=41593&page=3
Cost me nothing and I just had to push it up there and it sits rigid, specially with the anti rattle bracket.
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This is how I did it:
http://www.rdforum.org/showthread.php?t=41593&page=3
Cost me nothing and I just had to push it up there and it sits rigid, specially with the anti rattle bracket.
But you have a regular CX5. Mine is the race-car edition. No power mirror. Too much weight above the center of gravity.
But you have a regular CX5. Mine is the race-car edition. No power mirror. Too much weight above the center of gravity.
There's always the same weight distribution above and below the center of gravity. It's 50-50. That's why they call it the center of gravity. I think you meant to say the power mirror raises the center of gravity. Of course the amount is insignificant.
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You can tap into the sunroof power if you have one or the rain sensor.
The racing model has none of this.
Also, yes, the power mirror does raise the CG, but it is ALSO above the CG...
The only thing my model has is vanity lights. I wish those were stripped out, too, alas, they are not. But I PRESUME the wiring for the power mirror is up there tucked away, as it's a dealer-addition option...is that incorrect?
The racing model has none of this.
Also, yes, the power mirror does raise the CG, but it is ALSO above the CG...
The only thing my model has is vanity lights. I wish those were stripped out, too, alas, they are not. But I PRESUME the wiring for the power mirror is up there tucked away, as it's a dealer-addition option...is that incorrect?
No, it isn't. The wiring harness is a separate kit.
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No, it isn't. The wiring harness is a separate kit.
Ah. Well, that kindof sucks. I would have liked to have a V1 in this thing, but it honestly doesn't seem worth the trouble. I did have a state trooper (I'm sure he got me) radar me at 10+ over the other day though. Seems the CX-5 is just kindof a "gets a pass" vehicle. Total gray-man/soccer mom mobile.
If you have the sunglass holder, then you have a bracket behind it. That is what I have used to hold my bracket. Just forcefully pushed it in and is stays there nicely. I have placed a piece of rubber between the bracket and windshield.
Just run the wires, to the fuse box and you are done. Do not use the mirror's wires.
Just run the wires, to the fuse box and you are done. Do not use the mirror's wires.
The racing model has none of this.
Also, yes, the power mirror does raise the CG, but it is ALSO above the CG...
The only thing my model has is vanity lights. I wish those were stripped out, too, alas, they are not. But I PRESUME the wiring for the power mirror is up there tucked away, as it's a dealer-addition option...is that incorrect?
The racing model doesn't need a radar detector. It is used for racing. Your pit crew will tell you, by radio, when they have clocked your speed with Radar
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The racing model doesn't need a radar detector. It is used for racing. Your pit crew will tell you, by radio, when they have clocked your speed with Radar
Kindof what I've arrived at. Adding the weight so high up for the RD is stupid, anyway. I'll keep it lean do I don't give up any handling!
I used a V1 in my Z06 and 370Z. Suction-cup mount was THE way to go, IMO. Worked great. Blendmount blocked view when cornering, and vibrated, and looked stupid.
Not to hijack the thread, but speaking of V1 -- I went on a little trip last weekend and took my v1 with me. The Laser alert kept going off, to the point where it the radar detector basically became unusable. I assume its from some distance measuring thingy in the mirror area, since the alerts for the most part went away when I allowed for some extra distance to the cars in front of me or to the side of me. Is there anything I can do about that short of reprogramming the V1 to disregard Laser alerts?
Not to hijack the thread, but speaking of V1 -- I went on a little trip last weekend and took my v1 with me. The Laser alert kept going off, to the point where it the radar detector basically became unusable. I assume its from some distance measuring thingy in the mirror area, since the alerts for the most part went away when I allowed for some extra distance to the cars in front of me or to the side of me. Is there anything I can do about that short of reprogramming the V1 to disregard Laser alerts?
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