Radar Detector Mirror Wiring

[lebeljd]

Thanks chaffdb. I found this thread via G**gle search and was able to get my V1 radar detector working in my 2024 Expedition Timberline.

 

[LegalBrief]

No need to splice they sell a splitter that just pops in. Easy peasy.

 

[Mako825]

No need to splice they sell a splitter that just pops in. Easy peasy.

Hello Legal - I just bought a new 2024 Expedition XLT, but have not taken delivery of it yet. I plan to transfer my Valentine One Gen 2 Radar Detector from my 2003 to my 2024. I used a MirrorTap to power it on my 2003 but am always interested in how to do it easier. Is the spiltter you mention the MirrorTap-type that Chaffdb documented, or a another product?

Thanks for any info you can provide. I need to puzzle this out because I have grown so accustomed to my V1 G2 that I find it hard to drive without it!

 

[Alwaysthinkin]

This is the mirror tap I purchased back in 2021. Believe I used the smallest tap....

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B082V1245P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

FYI, you have the same radar detector I have.

 

[LegalBrief]

@Mako825 they sell a splitter - you just unplug and replug super clean

Naponal GPS DashCam Power Adapter, (16Pin Type A Connector) Mirror Camera Radar Charger Station GPS Dash Cam Charger Cable for Select Ford Bronco, F150 and More with Auto-dimming Rearview Mirror https://a.co/d/aSI7r3p

Remember and Expedition or Navigator is just a fancy F150, I always search for F150 parts.

 

[HILLY]

I tried one of those dashcam adapters for my Escort since it's really nice and clean looking, but my RD runs on 12v instead of the USB 5v and didn't work. Went back to the original mirror taps.

Just something to keep in mine with those harnesses.

 

[LegalBrief]

I recall seeing a 12v out put adapter as well, just can’t recall the verbiage for the description. Anyone else know?