I want to put a boost gauge in my car. I would like it be on the steering wheel column if possible, so it's easy to see during pressing situations. Does anyone have a suggestion as to what meter to use? Digital? Analog? I want it to be relatively small and not too obvious.

Mike

 

I only have the ones by the shifter.... I know that speed gallery makes a pod along side the left pillar...

 

I suggest you get one with a memory function. When the engine is running near redline and you are traveling fast there is no time to look at the boost gauge.

My choice was the Apexi gauge with peak memory and redlight warning. Not a cheap gauge at close to $300.

 

Thanks Mark. That's a cool setup you have. I've also been contimplating a data logger and a boost controller like your. I may have to convert the awsome CD holder into an instrument area like you have done. It would be cool to have the boost gauge at "center ice" thought (hockey reference for you NHL fan's - Go Oilers!).

 

yes I had the HKS one with memory as well... and I believe its a very functional tool especially when the BAR is so slow and inaccurate...

 

These are Defi gauges on my M3, they're black when turned off...

 

defi is great but at $400 each... ouch...

 

Are these boost gauge connect the same way as the boost controller?

 

u just splice into a pressure source liek u do with a boost controller.. u use a T.

 

Those are some pretty sweet gauges. Maybe I should stop screwing around and put in a stack on the "A" pillar.

 

Someone post a picture of the A pillar application. Please!

 

I also use a Defi-Link boost gauge.

Craig

 

Where do you have your gauge (S?) mounted Craig?

 

Center console, along with my Smartire display, AEM a/f meter, and Sirius radio receiver (with a custom cover) (its a bit crowded -- doesn't look great).

Craig

 

The center console seems like the easiest spot. I like your A/F meter. Good idea.