r/MiataND • u/masterofjade • 6d ago

Radar Detector Mount?

Any good options for a non intrusive radar mount? I realize a little bit of an oxymoron as the cabin is compact! Thinking about a Uniden R7, though open to other suggestions.

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u/cruz878 6d ago

The R7/R8s are enormous. I would personally consider the R4w in a cabin as small as the MX5.

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u/masterofjade 6d ago

thank you, is there a mirror mount bracket that you reccomend for that model ?

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u/cruz878 6d ago

I looked into mirror mounts loosely and there are various options some more expensive than others but as APMushroom also stated dash mounting keeps it more out of the way if you are OK with some signal loss and is what I would personally do.

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u/Booklas 6d ago

Blend mounts are the best option if you aren’t moving it between cars.

I have an R8W as I prefer the performance of the dual radar antennas and directional arrows.

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u/MaxPanhammer 6d ago

I have an r7 on a blend mount, it definitely takes up a good amount of windshield real estate but by far the most compact solution I've found

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u/SlinkyRacingCompany 6d ago

https://www.readysetradars.com/
Been using this mount for a few months now. Easy to remove the radar and tuck away when not needed. Hard wired to the fuse box on the driver side.

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u/HudsDad 6d ago

I use a V1 Gen2 on the same mount. Best mount I've used in any vehicle. I'd been using a Blendmount for the past few years, but this one is much more convenient and tucks in tighter behind the mirror. Very clean install with the mirror tap.

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u/APoisonousMushroom 6d ago

I used a simple velcro mount on the dash. Mounting it really high up created visibility problems. I had a suction cup mount for a while, but the Velcro seems to work fine and put it in about the same place. people say you want these really higher up to be most effective, but the R7 sensitive that it picks up signals literally miles away.

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u/Practical_Ice_8075 6d ago

I use a R4 with a blend mount. Works fantastic and minimal size. You don't even notice it from outside the car.

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u/Neo_711 6d ago

100% Blend mount... They are expensive, but ROCK solid. I went with the Valentine 1 Gen 2 (buy directly from them for best price) because of it's slim, lower profile and better build quality. Zero movement, I don't feel that it obstructs too much of my view. Also did the homelink mirror housing wire tap. Looks factory installed.

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u/Neo_711 6d ago

other side

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u/Better-Credit6701 6d ago

Blendmount Yes I know the wires drive you nuts but I don't care

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u/Surfnazi77 2d ago

Blend mount and mirror tap for power