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Matz
01-04-2006, 10:56 PM
So I don't really need this since I drive slowly all of the time, but I've owned this Valentine One since high school... I got tired of looking at the box (and I bought a stealth module 5 years ago), so I figured, what the heck.

Total installation time: 1 hour. It'll take longer if you solder the wires in. I'm going to do it, but will have to leave that for another day.

Tools needed:
- drill & bits
- zip ties
- putty knife
- dremel
- philips screwdriver
- torx wrench for stealth module (didn't write down the size... sorry)
- #4 x 1/4" sheetmetal screws

Step 1: remove cubby / radio relocation kit
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step1.jpg

Step 2: remove cover from V1 stealth module
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step2.jpg

Step 3: take a 1/16" drill bit, and after positioning the stealth module cover over the right side of the cubby panel, drill a pilot hole through the cover and panel
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step3.jpg

Step 4: take a drill bit that'll clear the body of the screws and open up the hole
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step4.jpg

Step 5: attach the V1 stealth case with a screw through the hole you just drilled
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step5.jpg

Step 6: align the stealth cover again and drill a hole through the last screw hole. Open it up with the larger drill bit again.
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step6.jpg

Step 7: attach the V1 stealth cover with both screws. Then attach the V1 circuit board to the cover.
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step7a.jpg
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step7b.jpg

Step 8: using the dremel tool, sand a relief for the power cord, as well as a couple of holes for a zip tie.
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step8a.jpg
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step8b.jpg

Step 9: reattach the cubby panel, and feed the power cord through the back
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step9a.jpg
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step9b.jpg

Step 10: position the Valentine One in an inconspicuous location. I put it behind my rear view mirror, but just far enough to the right so that the rear-facing sensor clears the mirror
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step10a.jpg
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step10b.jpg

Step 11: using a putty knife, slowly pry under the roof and ease the power cord underneath. Work your way to the passenger side A pillar.
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step11.jpg

Step 12: using the putty knife again, gently pry the top of the A pillar, enough to pop the top retaining clip free. Use your hands to help, if necessary. Be gentle, as you don't want to break any of the clips.
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step12.jpg

Step 13: once you got the top free, work your way down and pop the remaining two clips. Rotate the A pillar to the left to get the lower tabs free.
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step13.jpg

Step 14: now feed the power cable down and follow (what looks like) the map light power cable. Zip tie as you go down so it's nice a secure.
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step14a.jpg
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step14b.jpg

Step 15: drop the power cord down by the passenger kick panel, and then behind the glove box. Route this cord and the one for the stealth module to the cigarette lighter adapter. Use zip ties to tidy up any slack.
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step15a.jpg
http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step15b.jpg

earlyapex
01-04-2006, 11:27 PM
nice,

watcha got plugged into your obd2 port? :D

http://www.initialdproject.com/Evo8/HowToInstallValentineOne/step9b.jpg

Matz
01-04-2006, 11:42 PM
nice,

watcha got plugged into your obd2 port? :D

I have the "Vehicle Interface Adapter" from B&B Electronics, but couldn't drive with it in because it's so big. I got an OBD2 extension cable from scantool.net so I could plug the VIA in on the passenger side instead. Unfortunately, I haven't gotten to far on my logging software, and probably never will now that you've shown us how cool the ECU+ is. :)

mtsevovii
01-04-2006, 11:47 PM
nice, i had my stealth mod valcroed in the dash. it cuts down the install time to like 25-30min. everything else was like your install.

it would take alot longer it was to be hard wired. but since you and i are using the cig lighter, we just plug it in.

Matz
01-04-2006, 11:49 PM
nice, i had my stealth mod valcroed in the dash. it cuts down the install time to like 25-30min. everything else was like your install.

it would take alot longer it was to be hard wired. but since you and i are using the cig lighter, we just plug it in.

I am still planning on hard wiring, though. It's easy enough to remove the panel around the shifter to get at the cig lighter wires. Probably add an extra 30 min. to the install time.

mtsevovii
01-04-2006, 11:52 PM
looking at your install, the mod doesnt seem too far from the cig lighter. why didnt you just mount the mod onto the cig lighter? you just need to slide it on.

Matz
01-05-2006, 06:43 AM
looking at your install, the mod doesnt seem too far from the cig lighter. why didnt you just mount the mod onto the cig lighter? you just need to slide it on.

Because the cig lighter adapter is going away this weekend. :) I wanted the stealth module permanently mounted elsewhere, so figured that I may as well get that part of the install out of the way ahead of time.

KevOVIII
01-05-2006, 02:07 PM
I used an empty fuse slot (ignition power) for the hardwire. Route the power from the V1 accessory across and under the steering wheel column to an empty fuse slot. Make sure you are using the ignition power and not the constant power slot.

I put the V1 on top of the rear view mirror and it fit perfectly... angle, clearance... everything.

Matz
01-05-2006, 02:19 PM
I used an empty fuse slot (ignition power) for the hardwire. Route the power from the V1 accessory across and under the steering wheel column to an empty fuse slot. Make sure you are using the ignition power and not the constant power slot.

I put the V1 on top of the rear view mirror and it fit perfectly... angle, clearance... everything.

Awesome idea with the fuse! It hadn't even occurred to me that there would be a spare slot. I will look into doing just that, thank you!

I didnt put my V1 above the mirror, just for extra stealth reasons. Probably doesn't matter, but if a cop is behind me, he'd have a hard time telling that there's a detector installed.

KevOVIII
01-05-2006, 04:21 PM
Awesome idea with the fuse! It hadn't even occurred to me that there would be a spare slot. I will look into doing just that, thank you!

I didnt put my V1 above the mirror, just for extra stealth reasons. Probably doesn't matter, but if a cop is behind me, he'd have a hard time telling that there's a detector installed.

You're welcome. Just make sure you test for power because one of the slots is constant power.

Anyone will have a hard time noticing the V1 above your mirror from far away. It's almost flat against the liner of the roof so it looks like some sort of bracket connected to your mirror from far away (that's if the person can even make out what it is).

I don't feel comfortable blocking a portion of the radar where it detects signals but if it works, it works. :thumbsup: