Thread: Anyone use a mirrortap before?

Results 1 to 5 of 5
  1. #1 Anyone use a mirrortap before? 
    SE Level Member
    Join Date
    Mar 2011
    Location
    South Jersey
    Posts
    18
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    I am looking to install my Passport 8500 under my rear view mirror and I am interested in using one for my Regal GS and am concerned about fvcking it up. It *looks* straight forward and easy as pie but there are plenty of things out there that look that way and are super easy to wreck.

    Anyone know off the top of their head which wires are the ground and which one is the 12V wire on the auto dimming mirror?

    Thanks in advance guys.

    MirrorTap Radar Detector Power Cord for Escort Beltronics Valentine one

    http://store.blendmount.com/mirrorta...gal-p1170.aspx


    "The MirrorTap is constructed of 24 gauge wire with a 2 amp inline fuse and a black braided flexible sleeve that looks more Factory than a flat shiny Phone Cord. Please note: Our installation instructions do not show you the exact Slots in your harnees to poke the Taps into, you'll have to either test your Slots for +12V Switch (VoltMeter) and Ground (OhmMeter), or visit a stereo installer or 12Volt Shop.Basically, if your Radar Detector is BlendMounted under your AUTO Dimming mirror (with exposed Wire Harness on its rear face), the 9" overall length is long enough. We recommend the 12" overall length for Suction Cup mounted radar detectors NEAR the AUTO Dimming Mirror's exposed Wire Harness. The 12" overall length is also best if the RJ11 jack on your RD is on the opposite side of your Mirror's Harness; we include zip ties to secure any slack."
    2002 Regal GS - MPS 3.5" Pulley, FWI, 180* Thermostat, SLP Ceramic Headers, SLP 3" Catted Downpipe, SLP PowerFlo 2.5" Dual Catback, Poly Upper Engine Mounts, 12" Brake Upgrade & HPTune.
    Reply With Quote  
     

  2. #2 Re: Anyone use a mirrortap before? 
    Donating Users Bronco Boy's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2010
    Location
    Coquitlam,BC,Canada
    Posts
    3,824
    Thanks (Received)
    5
    Likes (Received)
    23
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    It is as easy as it looks. Here is my install: clicky clicky. The wires (on my '02 GT) were yellow for power and black for ground.

    Make sure you triple check the stem on your mirror. I followed their online directions to the T, and ended up choosing the smaller mount. Had to wait an extra week for the correct one.
    Chris B
    2009 CX-9
    ** SOLD ** 2002 GT
    Reply With Quote  
     

  3. #3 Re: Anyone use a mirrortap before? 
    Turbo is the way to go. BillBoost37's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2009
    Location
    W Spfld
    Posts
    26,833
    Thanks (Received)
    53
    Likes (Received)
    90
    Dislikes (Received)
    1
    Yeah..you shouldn't have any worries with that.
    I drink..so consider that when reading my posts.

    2010 Audi A6 Dual IC's
    Reply With Quote  
     

  4. #4 Re: Anyone use a mirrortap before? 
    GTP Level Member Burbman's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2008
    Location
    ****'s Creek
    Posts
    841
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    1
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    Pretty slick, beats running a wire up around the windshield pillar trim. Be sure when you mount the detector that it's below the tint band on the windshield for maximum reception and sensitivity. Additional issue if you have a Valentine, be sure you mount it low enough so it can see out the back window too.
    Reply With Quote  
     

  5. #5 Re: Anyone use a mirrortap before? 
    Donating Users Bronco Boy's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2010
    Location
    Coquitlam,BC,Canada
    Posts
    3,824
    Thanks (Received)
    5
    Likes (Received)
    23
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    Quote Originally Posted by Burbman View Post
    Be sure when you mount the detector that it's below the tint band on the windshield for maximum reception and sensitivity. Additional issue if you have a Valentine, be sure you mount it low enough so it can see out the back window too.
    The BlendMount is a fixed mount, but puts the detector in the ideal spot; right below the mirror. The 8500 has rear detection, and is not hindered at all being mounted this way.
    Chris B
    2009 CX-9
    ** SOLD ** 2002 GT
    Reply With Quote  
     

Tags for this Thread

View Tag Cloud

Bookmarks
Bookmarks
Posting Permissions
  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •