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Old Feb 20, 2002 | 03:07 PM
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Does anyone on the board use one ? Which ones are best and where is the best place to buy one ?

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Old Feb 20, 2002 | 03:11 PM
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Yes,

Bell Euro 550

SEE http://www.ukspeedtraps.co.uk/frames.htm

for lots of good info/reviews
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Old Feb 20, 2002 | 03:12 PM
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I'll second that - one of the best purchases I've made imho
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Old Feb 20, 2002 | 04:06 PM
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Bel 550 all the way!

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Old Feb 20, 2002 | 05:16 PM
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Bell euro 550
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www.networxautomotive.com
mention scoobynet for great discount, not connected with the company just a happy customer, glad to mention great service at a great price.
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Old Feb 20, 2002 | 05:44 PM
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Snooper S5 and Morpheous Geodesy.

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Old Feb 20, 2002 | 05:50 PM
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Bell Euro 550
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Old Feb 20, 2002 | 10:58 PM
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Bel Euro 550!
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Old Feb 21, 2002 | 12:07 PM
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I am very happy with my Bell 990i which I believe has been updated and replace with the Bell 550....
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Old Feb 21, 2002 | 12:33 PM
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Strictly speaking, you need a detector and a GPS based alerter for overall protection (except Vascar) which requires you to use your eyes.

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Old Feb 21, 2002 | 12:54 PM
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Bel Euro 550 again - good coverage with not too many false alarms. Another dealer recommendation for you: Comtech

I have had a problem with my unit, which Comtech have replaced - no hassle. Very good customer service and higly recommended.

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Old Feb 21, 2002 | 07:18 PM
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Expensive at Comtech! www.beldirect.co.uk do it for £359.99- the best price I have seen.

Does anyone feel it has actually saved them points, or has it just been another toy?
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Old Feb 21, 2002 | 09:00 PM
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Best price is from Networx with the Scoobynet group buy. On mention of the Scoobynet group buy to Networx you will have it delivered for 320GBP including VAT. Phone 01555666444.

I'm not affiliated with Networx, just a happy customer.

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Old Feb 21, 2002 | 11:31 PM
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Does anyone know if they sell the Bell 550 in Lanzarote?
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Old Feb 24, 2002 | 11:16 PM
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Bel 550 - bought only last week from Networx - Scoobynet special offer cheapest by far.
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Old Feb 24, 2002 | 11:31 PM
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If they do sell them in Lanzarote get me one they'll be about £150
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Old Feb 24, 2002 | 11:35 PM
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Can anyone tell me how far you are from a gatso (from behind) when the radar bleeps, cos mine (Bel 745 - old but states 100m) bleeps when its too late
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Old Feb 25, 2002 | 12:04 AM
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how far? hmm, it depends upon all sorts, traffic-volume is a real big factor. I think that the biggest distance I have detected one from must have been about 500m but that was good weather, very very light traffic etc.

With mobile stuff it works surprisingly well, the Essex police like hiding in ditches, 'round bends etc, I can usually grab them about 300-500m away I would guess.

[Edited by mattski2 - 2/25/2002 12:06:07 AM]
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Old Feb 25, 2002 | 12:13 AM
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Just to add to the AOL culture, BEL 550. Buy it and have no worries
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