Hidden boost gauge
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Racer
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From: Warrenville IL
Hidden boost gauge
Anyone here found a way to mount a hidden boost/fuel gauge in their car? Like putting a digital gauge in the ashtray or under the dash? I really need a boost/fuel gauge but can't go with the A pillar or top of dash.
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Racer
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From: Warrenville IL
If I could use a digital gauge with memory function I wouldn't need it in direct line of sight. After a run I could check what the max boost was to see it there was a problem. Obviously it would be better to have pods on the A pillar but, as other threads already discussed, the pillar pods are pretty cheap looking.
Race Director
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From: Saint Albans, WV
To be honest, my pillar pod has been in for 4 years and not one person has even noticed it's not factory....other than people that know a blower didn't come in the car. It's not perfect but I wouldn't give up for anything. It has my boost light and meth activated light right in my peripheral vision.
Melting Slicks
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From: Union City CA
If I could use a digital gauge with memory function I wouldn't need it in direct line of sight. After a run I could check what the max boost was to see it there was a problem. Obviously it would be better to have pods on the A pillar but, as other threads already discussed, the pillar pods are pretty cheap looking.
Safety Car
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From: indianapolis indiana
i built a sleeper z06 and placed a wide band and boost gauge in the cup holder. was pretty sweet looking and could close door and never see them...but as mentioned these cars are fast and looking done at wot is a lil hairy lol
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To be honest, my pillar pod has been in for 4 years and not one person has even noticed it's not factory....other than people that know a blower didn't come in the car. It's not perfect but I wouldn't give up for anything. It has my boost light and meth activated light right in my peripheral vision.
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Melting Slicks
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The best place IMHO. I dont care for gauges hanging off my pillar (cheap looking) Needs to be wrapped in leather or something....It almost reminds me of fast and furious...lol
Last edited by BADZ; Oct 26, 2009 at 02:06 PM.
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From: Saint Albans, WV
I think it's called "function" before form. Seems pretty foolish to have gauges where you can't use them...but that's just me.
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Racer
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Everyone's got an opinion. I hate the look of the A-pillar guages. It reminds of a ricer machine driven by some kid from the Fast and Furious. I've heard of installs in the ashtray slot but have not seen one. Anyone try that location yet?
Melting Slicks
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Check the pic I added several posts up my friend...