Radenso DS1 Radar Detector Installed in 2023 Tesla Model Y using Vicseed Magsafe Mount

[@JackTheCat95]

Thanks so much for answering all my dumb questions via email. You didn’t have to go out of your way to do it, but you did! Nice talking to you

[@garrick_ish]

@JackTheCat95 Glad I could help! let me know how it works!

[@markroath98]

I want to commend you for putting together an excellent video on a radar detector install for a Tesla.

[@garrick_ish]

Thanks!!! I try my best.

[@rjt4445]

Best method I’ve seen

[@akd3ntguymattST]

I’ve got a Ds1 in my ExplorerST. Going on a month. It’s got most of my daily auto lockouts marked and silenced. I love the mount location. That’s pretty slick. I bet you would notice a sizable difference in performance using the included power cable (following the manufacturer’s instructions on their webpage). And using the screw mount getting it away from that much stronger magnetic mount. I love the placement. I wanna do it. But in another Radar community there’s talk of and when the iOS app drops you can flip the display if the mount placement would make it upside down otherwise. (Like on a motorcycle) 🤙

[@garrick_ish]

The DS1 is a good value for the money! So far, it has been working really well and detecting from a distance!

[@cester773]

Hi there, just want to double check the ds1 radenso ds1 radar detector frequencies specs checked on Amazon it say ds1 has gasto frequency ,but on another part, never mentioned I’m located in Australia I just want to be sure if this be right to use here and doublecheck if it’s got gasto thanks

[@JeffBeadles]

Nice video. FYI, they make a magnetic quick connect for usb c, so you don’t have to plug and unplug all the time. It’s like MagSafe for Mac laptops.

[@garrick_ish]

Yes i did see that type of plug. I probably going to upgrade in the near future! Since my front windows and windshield is tinted, there was no need to take off the radar detector.

[@Ughthisagain]

I’ve done this with som not 40$ mounts and they last about 6months before the stick in Tesla screen wears out. Using separate 3m and adhesive promoter got me about 7mths vs 6 without. I think the screen back is just to porous of a metal possibly or just hot sun wrecks it. YMMV but I’m on my second mount that cost 14$ and get a 2yr extension from Amazon and just keep getting new ones every 6mths is my experience

[@markroath98]

One final set of questions: 1. What length cable would you recommend for the Model Y? 2. Do you still recommend the Beken cigarette charge? 3. Have you had any slippage with the ring magnet? 4. And fjnally, have you had any issues with the Tesla windows and the detector. Note: I purchased the same radar detector and mount based on your video. Thank you again.

[@garrick_ish]

@markroath98 1. 6ft to 9ft is good to use 2. Yes, you can use Belkin as a charger 3. Magnet is super strong, Its actually hard to take off at times =) 4. No issues with the detecter at that spot. Be sure to google Radenso DS1 Settings for (your State). This will give you the most optimal setting. Works perfectly!

[@markroath98]

Thank you again.

[@garrick_ish]

You are welcome!

[@Swaangin]

Cool but I've seen multiple tests done by Vortex Radar who recommends mounting higher on windshield for better detection, especially on elevation changes of terrain

[@andrewmoss281]

How has it held up? I like this option!!

[@garrick_ish]

It has held up well when I used it!

[@TheSchwiz]

Nice. Im going to try this with my Escort 360.. i have a new model 3 and was trying to figure out where the hell to put the detector.. the windshield is not a good place.

[@garrick_ish]

Awesome! It works really well! Let me know how it goes!

[@nohchi_k1ant]

Thank you!

[@garrick_ish]

You are welcome!

[@pkinspkins1605]

wow i have the same setup with my radar detector, does your detector get really hot from the sun shining on it on long trips too?

[@garrick_ish]

Nice! Not really. My windshield is tinted and it has been helping

[@jmo7938]

Run into any issues with it overheating? Putting the metal plate on the bottom covers most of the ventilation holes. Love the idea just concerned it might not as long.

[@garrick_ish]

No Issues so far. Just went on a road trip from NJ to Montreal last week and it was a 7 hour drive. Worked perfectly fine.

[@Phillipnoogen]

My Radeon r4 overheats like crazy on it. So I just use the glass mount instead.

[@jmo7938]

Yeah I've tried with this Radenso and also Uniden using MagSafe holder and flat metal plates. Both times it gets too hot and the metal plates come off of the radar detector. Currently I've gone back to window mount but would love to see option that stays on the detector better

[@markroath98]

Where did you purchase the tool to remove the plastic clips on your Tesla console siding?

[@garrick_ish]

I got them from Amazon amzn.to/42ouO1G amzn.to/3OYrTa4

[@ceeIoc]

Any benefit of this over the mirror mount up top?

[@garrick_ish]

All about preference. Depends if you want to run the wires through the A pillar and headliner.

[@ceeIoc]

@@garrick_ish Thanks, I've decided to do this same setup with a Uniden R7 which only comes with the bungee power cord. I assume I need to buy a regular power cord so I can hide the wires? In the new Model 3, the cig outlet is in the front compartment so not very far.

[@ashburtoncontracting771]

Hi - What was the model or part name of the mount? Cheers

[@neil9248]

Any issues with using a magnet by the monitor?

[@garrick_ish]

No issues at all!

[@allmedia23]

Hi would this be legal to use in Illinois as the mountjng position behind infotainment I have a 2022 Mazda with a infotainment like yours if I can not sure if Illinois Law allows this since it will be kinda blocking view

[@garrick_ish]

To be honest, I wouldn’t know. But I don’t think it would be a problem. People have been hanging crap around the review mirror for years and don’t get pulled over

[@allmedia23]

I want to connect it like you but not sure if that is obstruction view if it works why not have you got pulled over for it being there and tne Clarence with the morrow on top?

[@allmedia23]

Today a cop saw my detector mounted on window halfway down but kept going not sure if that was bad but. Not sure if he thought it was obstruction of view so not sure what to do whether I should put on mirrow or your way which is more cool

[@cooluser23]

Why did you mount it so low and not above rvm?

[@garrick_ish]

The biggest issue is there is no mount for Tesla Model Y without modification. Plus the detector is in direct eye sight mounted on the top of the screen.

[@juliangarcia8541]

whats the link to the Vicseed Magsafe Mount

[@garrick_ish]

amzn.to/3KJ44Cs

[@iGorillaTech]

How long was the cord that you used?

[@garrick_ish]

I think it was 6ft long.

[@Anyo2981]

With that setup, is the radar always on? You have to manually turn on and off? It does not auto turn off when you leave the car?

[@garrick_ish]

Originally I would turn it off when manually but it does turn off automatically when I get home when my car goes to sleep. But when the car goes into Sentry Mode, the Radar will stay on. So what I have done was reran the wire into the center console and have a USB Hub with on and off switches. Check out this video I made using this hub. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6q6c2iaq8itnNk Please let me know if you have any questions.

[@JackTheCat95]

@garrick_ish did that setup work with the usb hub powering the Radar detector? Please let me know. I’m about to buy it

[@HelloWorld-hb7yt]

what if you need to use the mute button, isn't it too far from you?

[@garrick_ish]

Not at all. The mute button is on the front of the unit. It’s just like hitting the screen to change the playlist!

[@TH2121TH]

How do you feel it’s working? Does it pick up most radars\cops

[@garrick_ish]

Works really well! Yes it did pick up and love the auto lockout

[@KrispyGod]

As cool as this may look, don't do this. This is ridiculous, I mean that's your center console... Why would you in anyway place a suction cup or especially an adhesive on it. The risk factor alone in removing that is too much. I find it perfect placing it on top, where your top window is located.

[@TheSchwiz]

Completely disagree. I’ve done this exact mounting setup for almost a year and it’s fantastic. I don’t need to worry about removing it. It will fold into itself and be hidden

[@dathyr1]

So why would I need a radar detector. Are you planning to evade the police for something???? Don't need one, thank you.

[@garrick_ish]

Not evading police, this radar detector can detect a police car miles ahead which allows me to slow down before its too late. This has helped me plenty of times from getting a speeding ticket. This is not for everyone, but if you like driving fast, its not a bad idea to get one.

[@erichchan3]

@dathyr1 Seriously dude? Evading police? I guess you never have driven over the speed limit on a road trip where you can run into speed traps.

[@hpbryan]

Why are you even watching this video then

[@jerryjensen5052]

speed pass you.....evading not the police but people like you

[@trojansky2348]

Good video. Need a little more guidance in hiding the wiring.

[@garrick_ish]

Thanks! Sure. what do you need help with.