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    install help

    Had the AlP install completed and this was the end result after reading all literature...etc. if this beds to be corrected, the ok installer has no issues fixing it. Please advise...Name:  IMAG0024.jpg
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    Uhhhh.....

    Worst. Install. Ever lol

    The heads need to have a completely clear view of the road ahead (not blocked and need to be sticking out slightly for off axis shots) and be level vertically, horizontal and aim straight down the road with no toe in/out.

    I would suggest looking at the install thread for pictures on how everyone else has placed the heads.
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    WOW--No good!! you are not protected like that at all

    Please post a picture of your entire front end, we will help where to put your sensors
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    That is one of the worst installs I have seen. You will not have any protection with that install.
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    Prowler,

    Yes, show us a full photo of your vehicle's front end; we'll all weigh in with helpful advice.
    2013 Subaru WRX STI hatchback/ Valentine One / AL Priority QUINT

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    i had the heads set back on audi q5 in the grill and they tested ok, suggest testing first before moving them, they are better than what people think, they have a clear view of the road, off axis testing needed
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    You'll get a warning alert most likely, but that's only a notice you are about to be pulled over.
    You have almost 100 % blockage of the IR output from the Sensor diode b/c of where it is placed behind the grill lattice work. - The Police will eat you alive with this install !

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    Thanks guys. I downloaded the picture Tom gave me and was originally the way the install was planned; however, during the reading of the instructions and everything this is what the came up with for "stealth

    install". My concern was off axis shots with this set up. They are going to move the heads forward and flush with the grill inserts. Working on a photo...They are placed in the locations Tom suggested...left, middle, right inserts... just need to be flushed outside of the grill

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    What kind of vehicle is this?

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    2015 Jeep GC SRT... I have it posted in placement and advice section... I went with the recommended install locations, but when I went to pick it up this is how it was done. I knew by the research and advice that it wasnt effective for off axis shots and most likely overpass... but I wanted to first get a second thought.

    I am going back tomorrow and getting it corrected.

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