Upright Radian installs?

MommaKellie

New member

• Dec 17, 2010

• #21

Aurezalia said:

Come on guys, *somebody* has to want to rave about their car.

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haha well I LOVE my 2006 Toyota 4runner. I don't have a Radian, but you saaaid to rave about my car!

 

Judi

CPST/Firefighter

• Dec 17, 2010

• #22

'90's Explorer.

 

Kac

Ambassador - CPS Technician

• Dec 21, 2010

• #23

I have a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee, so I don't know how newer ones do with Radians, but I got a great upright install with a Radian 80SL. I love this car so much, it runs great and does okay on gas. Once this one dies (it's at 113,000+ miles) I plan to get another Jeep.

I have a black lab and he rides in the back a lot and can lay down back there.

 

An Aurora

Senior Community Member

• Dec 21, 2010

• #24

Kac said:

I have a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee, so I don't know how newer ones do with Radians, but I got a great upright install with a Radian 80SL. I love this car so much, it runs great and does okay on gas. Once this one dies (it's at 113,000+ miles) I plan to get another Jeep.

I have a black lab and he rides in the back a lot and can lay down back there.

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That's what we had too, and it was awesome for the Radian. Easiest car seat installs ever in that car! DH is a Jeep fan as well :thumbsup:

 

trippsmom

CPST Instructor

• Dec 21, 2010

• #25

I have an 04 Explorer and I love the radian installs... So upright. I measure at 31-32 degrees. Easily can have the front seats all the way back. The only thing to watch for when you do that is the rf-tether, but that isn't a big deal. Gas mileage for me is normally around 18-19 so not bad. Though I have an EGR valve going out and I'm blowing through gas at 11mpg atm. No big problems *knock on wood*. The rear a/c went out (compressor), but even though I was 1,000 miles over the warranty, Ford replaced it anyway. I didn't pay anything. The hinges on the back glass of mine have broken, but are only $50 each to replace (parts and labor).

 

An Aurora

Senior Community Member

• Dec 21, 2010

• #26

My 01 Explorer is in the shop getting the engine replaced ATM but it's an old car, and it was not it's fault (previous owner let the timing chain break, and it damaged all the valves).

 

Aurezalia

Well-known member

• Mar 1, 2011

• #27

Uh... I'm bumping.
Anyone know how the older (Approx '02) Volvo V70 wagons do with RN's?

Both my front axles are cracked and about to go. So... I need to get this figured out yesterday.

 

An Aurora

Senior Community Member

• Mar 1, 2011

• #28

Tight but do-able.

 

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HayleyCPST

New member

• Mar 1, 2011

• #29

Yes! The radian works great in my car. I have an 87 240. It's solid, and I need a locking clip but the front seat can be very far back for my man. I had an 01 v70 loaner car once and it fit beautifully. About 32 degrees.

Btw... My Volvo guy told me that i should stay away from the v70's until '06. I'm looking into buying a new (but used) Volvo. He said I should go for the 850's or 740's. I love the v70's but don't want to be haunted with a lemon for a good price.

 

Aurezalia

Well-known member

• Mar 1, 2011

• #30

I ruled out the Volvo, with Nicole's input, because of the cost whenever you have to do repairs.

I've pretty much decided on the Chevy Malibu Maxx, but the Focus wagons are also a possibility. We'll see.

(And there's still that whole "Needing money and a job" thing to think about... )

 

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spiderangs

New member

• Mar 2, 2011

• #31

I have '04 Chevy Malibu Maxx... I love the hatchback where I put my dog there after picking her up from the vet (dental appointment)... peace of mind!

However, I haven't try Radian RF on it yet....

 

Aurezalia

Well-known member

• Mar 2, 2011

• #32

spiderangs said:

I have '04 Chevy Malibu Maxx... I love the hatchback where I put my dog there after picking her up from the vet (dental appointment)... peace of mind!

However, I haven't try Radian RF on it yet....

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No worries, I did research on it and I've found several posts where people have been able to fit it in. And well, I'm 5'2", and I *prefer* to brace the seat (If Chevy allows, which I think they do? But I'm not sure about), so it should be good. :thumbsup:

 

MANDY1234

New member

• Mar 2, 2011

• #33

If you go to my profile I have pictures of a RN RF in a 05 Maxx. I loved that car! I could fit anything in there lol Dh did not love that car and we now have a 300M

ETA: It doesn't look very upright but that was my first time installing lol I did get it more upright with pratice.

 

Aurezalia

Well-known member

• Mar 2, 2011

• #34

MANDY1234 said:

If you go to my profile I have pictures of a RN RF in a 05 Maxx. I loved that car! I could fit anything in there lol Dh did not love that car and we now have a 300M

ETA: It doesn't look very upright but that was my first time installing lol I did get it more upright with pratice.

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Awesome, thanks! :thumbsup:

Now I have another interview on Friday... so hopefully the job situation will get worked out too!