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titter
04-04-2011, 01:53 PM
I definitely want to have front and rear protection, problem is ... how would I cover the rear?

http://oofed.com/justin/01ss/CRW_2852.jpg

Also would the front grille be to low to mount on?

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n58/dotdotkeek/01ss/74dd_4.jpg

Thanks!

Laser-InterceptorUSA
04-04-2011, 02:14 PM
Like this install:

Cliff

Woodscolby
04-04-2011, 02:22 PM
Bubbles Out:
http://i363.photobucket.com/albums/oo77/woodscolby/camaro1.jpg

Bubbles In:
http://i363.photobucket.com/albums/oo77/woodscolby/camaro.jpg

titter
04-05-2011, 12:46 AM
There is no possible way to mount the rears there. The tail lights are molded into the berger panel. There is about a half inch lip around the bottom end of the tail lights. They are then flush mounted against the panel. There is a slight gap on the top side above the reverse light, but the hatch would come really close in contacting the sensors. Also note that the rear end in the picture looks flat, but there is actually a pretty good curve starting right around the tail light area.

Would a single HP sensor mounted on the top side of the license plate provide enough coverage? I have only encountered 2 laser traps locally. I know rear protection is important, but I am trying to figure the best way to do this. The front is easy. I would mount them just below those blue spots marked since there is no gap to slide the brackets in.

Thanks.

Riptide
04-05-2011, 10:01 AM
There is no possible way to mount the rears there. The tail lights are molded into the berger panel. There is about a half inch lip around the bottom end of the tail lights. They are then flush mounted against the panel. There is a slight gap on the top side above the reverse light, but the hatch would come really close in contacting the sensors. Also note that the rear end in the picture looks flat, but there is actually a pretty good curve starting right around the tail light area.

Would a single HP sensor mounted on the top side of the license plate provide enough coverage? I have only encountered 2 laser traps locally. I know rear protection is important, but I am trying to figure the best way to do this. The front is easy. I would mount them just below those blue spots marked since there is no gap to slide the brackets in.

Thanks.

No a single HP would not provide adequate coverage. Its possible to mount them there if you get creative. Cut the bracket up and use 3m tape to mount the bracket to the bumper itself for example.

bombebomb
04-05-2011, 08:26 PM
I have a 94 (just like yours minus the front bumper is different/no SS spoilder/hood/wheels), and I have pondered this same thing a dozen times lol.

titter
04-07-2011, 08:06 AM
There is no possible way to mount the rears there. The tail lights are molded into the berger panel. There is about a half inch lip around the bottom end of the tail lights. They are then flush mounted against the panel. There is a slight gap on the top side above the reverse light, but the hatch would come really close in contacting the sensors. Also note that the rear end in the picture looks flat, but there is actually a pretty good curve starting right around the tail light area.

Would a single HP sensor mounted on the top side of the license plate provide enough coverage? I have only encountered 2 laser traps locally. I know rear protection is important, but I am trying to figure the best way to do this. The front is easy. I would mount them just below those blue spots marked since there is no gap to slide the brackets in.

Thanks.

No a single HP would not provide adequate coverage. Its possible to mount them there if you get creative. Cut the bracket up and use 3m tape to mount the bracket to the bumper itself for example.

The detail guy in me says there has to be a better way than mounting something on the paint. Yes I understand looking good isn't always the correct way, but I know this can be clean.


I have a 94 (just like yours minus the front bumper is different/no SS spoilder/hood/wheels), and I have pondered this same thing a dozen times lol.

I have had a few f-bodies, I will figure something out.

I am thinking in between the reverse light and signal light. I can get the lens off fairly easily, and the housing has quite a bit of depth to it. I could mount the jammer flush with the outside of the lens, and have the rest be mounted inside. Just need to see how square the lights are, and find a spare light to test/cut. The natural black split of the light will conceal the jammer head pretty well, and they should be close to the same size.

Maybe I have a new business adventure lol.

Stealth Stalker
04-07-2011, 04:00 PM
The detail guy in me says there has to be a better way than mounting something on the paint.
Well, you're right. But nobody said anything about mounting on the paint. Didn't you look at the pics Laser-InterceptorUSA posted?

aa2033
04-07-2011, 04:33 PM
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Rowan
04-08-2011, 05:36 AM
There is no possible way to mount the rears there. The tail lights are molded into the berger panel. There is about a half inch lip around the bottom end of the tail lights. They are then flush mounted against the panel. There is a slight gap on the top side above the reverse light, but the hatch would come really close in contacting the sensors. Also note that the rear end in the picture looks flat, but there is actually a pretty good curve starting right around the tail light area.

Would a single HP sensor mounted on the top side of the license plate provide enough coverage? I have only encountered 2 laser traps locally. I know rear protection is important, but I am trying to figure the best way to do this. The front is easy. I would mount them just below those blue spots marked since there is no gap to slide the brackets in.

Thanks.

No a single HP would not provide adequate coverage. Its possible to mount them there if you get creative. Cut the bracket up and use 3m tape to mount the bracket to the bumper itself for example.

+1

In your situation this is a good idea, the mounting tape out there is so strong you wont need to worry about it falling off.

Stark
04-13-2011, 04:39 PM
The single i installed failed in testing.
BUT, if you install LI duals here, i bet you'd be set.
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o183/dbfry_photos/newveilcenter.jpg
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o183/dbfry_photos/newveil34.jpg

Riptide
04-14-2011, 09:21 AM
The single i installed failed in testing.
BUT, if you install LI duals here, i bet you'd be set.
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o183/dbfry_photos/newveilcenter.jpg
http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o183/dbfry_photos/newveil34.jpg

If you installed LI duals there, you would be protected if:
1. The shot wasn't off axis
2. The shooter only stayed on your license plate.