LexusK

iTrader: (14)

Hey guys, I just recently upgraded from an Escort X50 to a Valentine V1 and have been having problems. I have a system installed in my car and for some reason, if I bump it like how I normally do, the V1 shuts off. After shutting off it tries to turn back on, but it seems to "struggle" like theres not a constant flow of power to keep it on. I never had this problem with my X50 when I turned up the system. Can someone tell me whats going on?

RCPnoi

is it hard wired or are you using the cig-lighter power?

I never really had a problem with mine except for when the plug gets loose and its not full inserted since i have a multi tap on my cig lighter and it gets loose every now and then. i don't have a system in my car but the bumpin from the base might be enough to knock it loose,

try hardwiring it to a pwersource, that should fix it since it will have constant power

LexusK

iTrader: (14)

Im using the cig-lighter, but it doesnt get loose or anything. I was planning on getting a hardwiring kit and hope that it fixes everything.

passnu2

iTrader: (33)

it could be a faulty power cord or its not getting a good contact in the power outlet. I would hard wire if you can.

RCPnoi

if you bought the kit brand new, it should have came with the hard wire aswell
if it did'nt let me know, and i'll consider hoookin you up with mine, since i already have my wiring done.
only catch is you'll have to wait till mid nov when i get back to WA from afghan.
let me know if you fix it or not =)

LexusK

iTrader: (14)

I bought the radar from someone local, but they did not provide me with the hardwiring kit. It does seem like the power cord is a bit old, so I am going to try and hardwire it.