Gauging interest in Valentine 1 display, hidden in DIC? - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

VetteMed · 04-26-2012

EDIT: OK, I'm tired of looking at these, anyone interested at $150?

Some of you may have noticed how I modded my DIC (information center in the dash) to accept the Valentine 1 concealed display unit.

Well, I've decide to offer these for sale as a plug and play affair. I'm going to make a small run of a few of them, to be sure there's actually interest in them. Each style of DIC has it's own challenges and differences, such as:

90 - unit must be mounted in extreme LH corner. No disabling of LTPWS required.
91 - easiest style, upper LH corner is empty. If LTPWS is absent or removed, can be mounted in upper RH like mine.
92-93 - Due to ASR warning lamps in upper LH, the only option is to remove the LTPWS lamps, and mount the unit in the upper LH like my 91.
94-95 (96 for base cars too) - same as 92-93, for the most part, requires elimination of LTPWS.

Here's another '91 unit with the LTPWS retained, V1 mounted in upper LH corner.

Here's a 90, mounted in far upper left corner, to allow "full engine power" light to remain functional.

92-93 Version, LTPWS eliminated out of necessity

94+ version, LTPWS eliminated out of necessity

Obviously, this mod isn't for "everyone". But, I figure there might be some folks who want a drop-in unit. I'm willing to offer these units along with a core charge, so that you don't have downtime, just return me a DIC in equal condition. I am going to ship units without the "trip computer" attached, you reuse your own, it's just 3 screws and a small harness that unplugs easily.

New Price - $199, includes free shipping, and no core charge. Includes DIC, and V1 concealed display. Basically well over $100 in just the parts.

Also, another option, for those who want ultimate stealth, is to eliminate the mute button. You'd then need to use the button on the main V1 unit.

I'll have pictures of the different year setups within a few days, depending on when I get to work on them. Each unit takes me a few hours to modify.

For those of you who already have a V1 concealed unit, and want to send it to me to install into your DIC, the charge for that will be $200, and there's no core charge. Return shipping to you is included.

Questions? Opinions? Feedback? I'm open to ideas and criticism, that's why I posted this...

Thanks
Andrew

GOLDCYLON · 04-26-2012

Wow what an awesome idea sign me up Andrew !!!!! Neat Idea for the valentine hidden display unit.

DaveK · 04-26-2012

Great idea - I need a cloaking device for the detector though!

GOLDCYLON · 04-26-2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaveK

Great idea - I need a cloaking device for the detector though!

Just cover it with a spare hat when officer friendly shows up. Thats what I do.

-=Jeff=- · 04-27-2012

What states are Detectors illegal in now?

last time I used one, there was only a few states where it was illegal.

I probably have not had a detector in my car for 16 years

efnfast · 04-27-2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by -=Jeff=-

What states are Detectors illegal in now?

last time I used one, there was only a few states where it was illegal.

I probably have not had a detector in my car for 16 years

Still ok in NH.
I like this idea, just bad timing for me. So put me on the interested, but not ready to buy list.

John Boothby · 04-27-2012

Ok in NV.
Pretty cool! But I use the Passport 9500ix.

VetteMed · 04-27-2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by John Boothby

Ok in NV.
Pretty cool! But I use the Passport 9500ix.

John, does the Passport have a remote (concealed) display option?

Andrew

John Boothby · 04-27-2012

Short answer-no. However, the 9500ci is a remotely mounted unit with same capabilities. Price: $1,699, WOW!! See their website for details.

http://www.escortradar.com/passport9500ci-details.php

VetteMed · 04-27-2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by John Boothby

Short answer-no. However, the 9500ci is a remotely mounted unit with same capabilities. Price: $1,699, WOW!! See their website for details.

http://www.escortradar.com/passport9500ci-details.php

Wow, that's a steep price. I'll stick with the V1

04-26-2012	#1
VetteMed Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,816	Gauging interest in Valentine 1 display, hidden in DIC? EDIT: OK, I'm tired of looking at these, anyone interested at $150? Some of you may have noticed how I modded my DIC (information center in the dash) to accept the Valentine 1 concealed display unit. Well, I've decide to offer these for sale as a plug and play affair. I'm going to make a small run of a few of them, to be sure there's actually interest in them. Each style of DIC has it's own challenges and differences, such as: 90 - unit must be mounted in extreme LH corner. No disabling of LTPWS required. 91 - easiest style, upper LH corner is empty. If LTPWS is absent or removed, can be mounted in upper RH like mine. 92-93 - Due to ASR warning lamps in upper LH, the only option is to remove the LTPWS lamps, and mount the unit in the upper LH like my 91. 94-95 (96 for base cars too) - same as 92-93, for the most part, requires elimination of LTPWS. Here's another '91 unit with the LTPWS retained, V1 mounted in upper LH corner. Here's a 90, mounted in far upper left corner, to allow "full engine power" light to remain functional. 92-93 Version, LTPWS eliminated out of necessity 94+ version, LTPWS eliminated out of necessity Obviously, this mod isn't for "everyone". But, I figure there might be some folks who want a drop-in unit. I'm willing to offer these units along with a core charge, so that you don't have downtime, just return me a DIC in equal condition. I am going to ship units without the "trip computer" attached, you reuse your own, it's just 3 screws and a small harness that unplugs easily. New Price - $199, includes free shipping, and no core charge. Includes DIC, and V1 concealed display. Basically well over $100 in just the parts. Also, another option, for those who want ultimate stealth, is to eliminate the mute button. You'd then need to use the button on the main V1 unit. I'll have pictures of the different year setups within a few days, depending on when I get to work on them. Each unit takes me a few hours to modify. For those of you who already have a V1 concealed unit, and want to send it to me to install into your DIC, the charge for that will be $200, and there's no core charge. Return shipping to you is included. Questions? Opinions? Feedback? I'm open to ideas and criticism, that's why I posted this... Thanks Andrew Last edited by VetteMed; 05-29-2012 at 08:26 PM.

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-=Jeff=- Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 7,161	Re: Gauging interest in Valentine 1 display, hidden in DIC? What states are Detectors illegal in now? last time I used one, there was only a few states where it was illegal. I probably have not had a detector in my car for 16 years __________________ 1990 Corvette ZR-1 #1051 Watson Headers (2" Primary) - Flowmaster Cats - Borla Catback Late Model IH - Plenum Coilovers - 4.10s Shelby Series 1 - Wilwood Brakes Custom Interior NCM Lifetime Member #978

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John Boothby Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Posts: 775	Re: Gauging interest in Valentine 1 display, hidden in DIC? Ok in NV. Pretty cool! But I use the Passport 9500ix.