Where to mount my boost gauge???

[98SilverGS-T]

I know this has been discussed before and I did use the search button but I still have some questions. If i mount it in the cig lighter area will it be easy to run the wiring/hoses through there? Will i save my self a lot of work by just getting an A-pillar pod? I really don't like the A-pillar look cause I'm only getting 1 gauge and i don't want to put it in my vent (on the door) anyone else w/ suggestions???
Thanks

 

[chuckdog_5]

why would you do that, that would make it ahrder to read while driving

 

[98SilverGS-T]

That's why i'm having second thoughts about doing it...I think i might just mount it on the A pillar........

 

[chuckdog_5]

well i think this is a good idea if you can understand what i mean. ok, you got your hole center console wit teh mph and rpm's so on, that big black sqaure like thing, well to teh far left of ittheres a little space and theres a vent rite there, i think it would look good there, i want to but i have the pillar pod so it would be a waste
just a thought
charles

 

[2G_TURBO]

they make pods that replace the instrument cluster bezel ( i think that's what it's called), autometer makes some, and i remember mach v used to sell them aswell, not sure if they still do....
just another idea

 

[98SilverGS-T]

Instrument bezel = outa the question cause I only want 1 gauge. I was looking into getting one but the bezel itself costs more than the gauge

 

[Airpoppoff]

look where gsxtcy mounted his

 

[scorpion]

Originally posted by 2G_TURBO
they make pods that replace the instrument cluster bezel ( i think that's what it's called), autometer makes some, and i remember mach v used to sell them aswell, not sure if they still do....
just another idea

I wasa looking into these...does any one have a good pic of it installed in the car??? I want to know how much of the factory gauges are covered. Thanks

 

[98SilverGS-T]

I like how gsxtacy did his but I dunno if i want my gauge that low. And plus I already stole his painting the middle piece idea .

 

[44pirate]

Originally posted by scorpion


I wasa looking into these...does any one have a good pic of it installed in the car??? I want to know how much of the factory gauges are covered. Thanks

http://mr2fast.homestead.com/files/44pirate/Talon012.jpg

This might help

 

[scorpion]

Originally posted by 44pirate



http://mr2fast.homestead.com/files/44pirate/Talon012.jpg

This might help

Perfect...thanks.

 

[Slow99x]

The minimum amount of guages a turbo DSM should have is two.
Boost(30 vacuum and 30 psi) and an EGT (exhaust gas temp). The second is as vital to a turbo car as the first. Go with the gauge bezzel!

 

[98SilverGS-T]

Great...Im losing those little ferrule things. Does home depot or lowes have those too?

 

[me612]

here's where mine is located...

 

[98SilverGS-T]

I have a question now that my ferrule's are gone. Could i just put a brass fitting on the gauge and use the regular vaccum hose (rubber) and do it like that?

 

[98SilverGS-T]

This is what im talking about: http://www.extrememotorsports.com/g2cat/barb-l.jpg
Could i just use the stock size rubber vacuum hose and that fitting instead of the plastic autometer gives me????
Thanks

 

[cucumber]

A-Pillar.

 

[RedTurboEclipse]

Originally posted by cucumber
A-Pillar.

save yourself the trouble of fabricating and trying to figure out how to mount gauges etc. just get a pillar pod.. you can get a single pod.. but i recommend just going with a triple pod to save you trouble in the future when you have to get more than 1-2 gauges.. they are IMO the easiest to view while driving and easy to install..

 

[Rocket Boy]

how about the steering column? Yawn ime sleeping.

 

[X|Crescens]

Do what my friend did with his turbo civic. Get the guage bezel for the dash and then put a boost guage in one of the pods and then put a small speaker in the other. It looked good.

 

[98SilverGS-T]

Well I took me612's advice. I couldn't mount it on the A-pillar cause the brass adapter I bought hit the back of the pod. Right now im trying to customize a piece like 612 did. Wish me luck guys, I'll post pics tommorow.

 

[98SilverGS-T]

Ok it's done...Pics are in my gallery. What does everyone think? Does it look pretty nice? Took me about 6 hours to complete everything