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The sensitivity / range of all of the top models is basically the same...V1, 8500, and the Bel's. I've seen solid k-band hits at 4 miles with all of them...even the cordless S2, even though I felt like it was kinda slow to respond at other times (used one for 2 months, including an 1800 mile...

1. V1 2. Bel 985 3. 8500 (x50 or not) X50's come from the factory with POP turned OFF for a reason. It'll most likely just false a lot with POP turned on, and hardly any police dept's use it yet. I've used them all and the best bang for the buck is the Bel 985 (or 960 or 940 if you...

LOL...it's tricky... Nah, I've just been buying / selling used ones so I can try out different models...

Not true. The Bel's are good too. I used a Bel 985 for a while, now using a 940...same unit minus a few features. Range and filtering are unchanged. Who cares about a voltage readout for my car :D Range is pretty much a wash between the V1, Passport 8500 (and Solo S2), and Bel's. I've...

1. They're still not useless even if all cops used instant-on. Useless when driving with nobody up ahead of you for a mile or so, but not with a fair amount of cars on the road. 2. I also stated that around HERE most don't use instant-on or laser. I've learned where they do and am a bit...

What exactly do you mean by satellite signs???????? Is it the 8500 or the 8500 X50? How much do you want for it?

I've used V1's for over 4 yrs and they kick ass. I recently Ebay'd both of mine for nearly what I paid for them new and I've been buying various used detectors to check them all out for myself. Moreless playing around until the next V1 comes out... Bel 985...very impressed. Falses less...

V1...IF you can afford the $400 investment up front, then it's a no-brainer. Resale value is wicked...you'll spend the same or less $$$ in the long run buying and selling V1's as you would with something that doesn't work as well... You can even buy returned V1's as new for $365...turn...

I'm pretty sure that they're legal, even in Washington DC. Check to be sure though...

A poor state??? I'm in Tx...I don't think it's poor??? Get a diffuser...if they do still come after you, what are they going to get you for?? They're not illegal...

Why not... :D Of course everything I've said only goes IF you can afford the $400 up front... Yes, the arrows / counter combo with the most dangerous threat flashing. The arrows are THE difference between the V1 and the Passport & Bel's. It's really hard to understand how much they...

Just admit that you were completely missing the point and that there just might be something to what I'm saying here...good grief!! Your case isn't a typical case either...you bought a used unit and they were nice enough to replace it with a newer one. The only comment I didn't address was...

Simply amazing…you’re completely lost bro. I’ll break it down for you even more since you’re not following. There’s 2 ways to buy a V1 from Valentine. Brand new, or a 30 day return. I’ll give you both scenerio’s… New V1 - $407 shipped for a brand new unit Use it for 3 yrs, sell on Ebay...

It CAN, but it would be a freak thing. No detector is worth a damn against laser. You need a laser diffuser for laser... Well, I am going to give my opinion because it's blatantly obvious that there are many problems with radartest.com. Somewhat of a "technical opinion" :D Craig...

LOL... 1. The V1 hasn't changed much (mostly physical changes) since the v1.7 came out in the mid-90's. I'm not too worried about technology changes, or somebody else making a better unit (they've all been chasing Valentine for 10 yrs!) If they come out with a super duper radar band, I'll...

Exactly... Although Whistlers aren't any better :D

:bang: Ok...

No really, many cheap detectors leak. Some of them set off other detectors. I know this for a fact. I have friends and family that have Cobras and other cheap units. They leak!! If my mother-in-law pulls up right behind me, her Cobra sets off my V1. They can also be picked up by detector...

It has NOTHING to do with luck. Look on Ebay. V1's have wicked resale value. Brand new they're $400...you'll see them going for as much as $390 on Ebay. Like I said, I sold a 3 yr old unit that wasn't even the latest model for $360... LOL...yep, POS detectors "leak"...or emit...V1's and...

V1 I recently sold my 3 yr old unit for $360 on Ebay (that means it cost me a whopping $50 to use it for 3 yrs!). Turned around and bought a "new" return for $359. If you're smart, you can "own" a V1 for practically nothing...so why not??? Actually, good detectors work EXACTLY as...