2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (Sold 02-18)
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I just purchased a CDM1250. I am looking to mount my radio in a similar way. Is this just the remote head surface mounted or is the entire radio in there.
Also, What did you use to extend the microphone?
Thanks, Carl
Also, What did you use to extend the microphone?
Thanks, Carl
I just mounted the head of the radio there. The head is wired with a standard CAT5 computer cable (NOT A CROSSOVER CABLE) and I ended up using the flat cable that came with the remote kit to extend out the microphone. That flat cable then plugs into a cat5 faceplate where the mic plugs in.
A link to the face plate: CAT6 RJ-45 Panel-Mount Coupler, Unshielded, Black - FMT1020
A link to the face plate: CAT6 RJ-45 Panel-Mount Coupler, Unshielded, Black - FMT1020
Just found the thread. I've been wanting to find pictures of set-up WKs so I could suggest one as a replacement police vehicle. How do you like the spotlight mounted thru the door? At an agency I served prior with, we had this setup on an '04 Durango. It was awful as it eventually sprung the door and we had horrible wind noise. Does the smaller WK door have this issue?
kadetklapp said:
I have not had any issues at all and the vehicle does a good job blocking out any wind noise. I will say that it is annoying to have the spotlight move when you open the door, but I guess it comes with the territory. Shoot me your email and I will send you some pictures I got from a university in Florida that is actually using them as police vehicles.
Glad this thread popped back up- I was wondering what kind of troubles you may have had with this install. I am looking to buy a new vehicle and now it is down to a 2011 Laredo or a 2011 Tahoe. Gauging the problems I may run into.
EMT said:
It is a Jeep so there were definitely some hurdles to overcome but those were only in the equipment location department. I had no problems that I can think of other than having to purchase a Fortin Immobilizer Bypass interface to get the secure idle to operate properly. Anything can be overcome with a little thought. I bought the Jeep because I loved what it looked like, then I got to making it work. Good luck!
jbjlc said:
Not too sure, They are really different so I'm not exactly sure what would work...
lafd55 said:
I was worried about the same thing but actually it is enough out of the way that I have never hit, granted i'm 5'9"ish.
5309 said:
I will see what I can do. I need to add a flasher to something I recently added then I will add an updated video.
Hey, loving the install great job. Was wondering how much the vinyl tint affected the brightness of the lights in the back, love the idea just want to know if there are any drawbacks?
mkoons532 said:
Well... the tint wasn't a huge deal, but I did end up removing it as I preferred the brighter lights to the cooler look when off, as being low profile wasn't the biggest priority. It was probably a little brighter than if I had shot through the factory tint (20%-25%ish)
I dont see how I missed this install last year. Looks awesome. I like the decal choice. I put these on a couple weeks ago. My WK2 is green (appears black a lot of the time).
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Hey do you have any pics/description of the mount for the two M4s in the grille? Did you make it or buy one?
I'd prefer a different pattern for the rear bar to increase the visible size of the lights, but that's a pretty minor concern with this one and the rest of it is excellent. :thumbsup:
mkoons532 said:
Primed and Painted black. Screwed one side to the top radiator support and bolted the M4s to the other side.
andrewsim said:
Primed and Painted black. Screwed one side to the top radiator support and bolted the M4s to the other side.
Awesome thanks for the info
Looks sharp. Love the black on black.
I am interested in the ground lighting as well. What did you use and how did you install it? I been thinking about doing the same thing.
I need to get one of those flags as well
I skipped over a few of the comments in the begining. This site is about lights/sirens. Isn't that why we all come here?
I am interested in the ground lighting as well. What did you use and how did you install it? I been thinking about doing the same thing.
I need to get one of those flags as well
I skipped over a few of the comments in the begining. This site is about lights/sirens. Isn't that why we all come here?
NYBLS said:
I really just use them to flash for additional side warning. They can go steady but I have not had a need to try them out yet. Just messing around with them they seemed fine. They seem to sit back just as far as ligthbar would on a car.
Eric1249 said:
I went cheap on them. The kit required a lot of work to be brought up to my standards though.
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Eric1249 said:
Agreed. Thanks!