LI Install Question

Well, I proposed the same scenario and photos to Cliff with LI USA and he said to mount them as close as possible to the headlights. He reviewed the photo and agreed with the blue location.

I agree with the assessment that the LEO's are going to go center mass 1st, but Cliff seemed to think that the distance will provide plenty of coverage for center mass and protect the more important reflective part.

I guess at this point I will have to see the results of the test and if there is a PT.

Thanks again to all for the input!! :)

I think either location will do you well with a properly installed LI. The difference would be in bubble orientation.

I think the key factor to consider in either position is that the heads should not be overly recessed. They need to stick out, or they risk being obscured from off-axis shots by the surrounding fascia. So long as that does not happen, I agree that mounting in the blue locations will cover the center mass just fine.

Regarding where LEOs aim, it's almost completely irrelevant. Most cops are shooting freehand. That means that where they aim and where they actually hit are likely to be two completely different things. Therefore, it makes little sense to install with an intent to focus on center mass.

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Originally Posted by Stealth Stalker

I think either location will do you well with a properly installed LI. The difference would be in bubble orientation.

I think the key factor to consider in either position is that the heads should not be overly recessed. They need to stick out, or they risk being obscured from off-axis shots by the surrounding fascia. So long as that does not happen, I agree that mounting in the blue locations will cover the center mass just fine.

Regarding where LEOs aim, it's almost completely irrelevant. Most cops are shooting freehand. That means that where they aim and where they actually hit are likely to be two completely different things. Therefore, it makes little sense to install with an intent to focus on center mass.

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Thank you...great feedback! I know that the bubbles need to be installed towards the fender side of the car...in your opinion how much do they need to be sticking out?

If you'll view your car from a 45 degree angle, you should be able to see the entire lens surface of both heads. Also, you have to consider their visibility to an overpass shot, which is usually 25 feet over your head, and about 500 feet ahead of you. Kinda hard to test that, but again, it gives you an idea of how to place them. Ideally, there should be no recession at all behind anything that will obscure peripheral vision.

Perfect...I will make sure that's how it's done! Thanks again everyone! :)

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Originally Posted by Stealth Stalker

I think either location will do you well with a properly installed LI. The difference would be in bubble orientation.

I think the key factor to consider in either position is that the heads should not be overly recessed. They need to stick out, or they risk being obscured from off-axis shots by the surrounding fascia. So long as that does not happen, I agree that mounting in the blue locations will cover the center mass just fine.

Regarding where LEOs aim, it's almost completely irrelevant. Most cops are shooting freehand. That means that where they aim and where they actually hit are likely to be two completely different things. Therefore, it makes little sense to install with an intent to focus on center mass.

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I agree with SS here on this one. Blue bubbles out, red bubbles in. LI should be OK with either. I personally like the blue location.

If you want to do some testing on the LI's this weekend let me know, I will be around ATL this weekend, it's a rare occurrence!!