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Old Jul 26, 2005 | 07:12 PM
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I want to install a boost Gauge in my car where can I get a good one and directions to install it?
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Old Jul 26, 2005 | 07:16 PM
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Uh, not on the road, but rather aftermarket electronics, so off it goes...


Do you have an SSEi like your sig says or an SESC, based on your avatar? I'm gonna guess SESC, cause an SSEi would already have a boost gauge.

Autometer makes great gauges, Jegs or Summit sells them at a good price.
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Old Jul 26, 2005 | 07:25 PM
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Go with autometer (I have a phantom series one on my car). You can get them from any performance store or even better yet ebay. Mine ran me $42 and some change out the door.

For install on a series one all you have to do is cut the one hard vac line that goes over the */C to the FPR, install a 1/8" rubber T (not supplied with the kit), and run about 6' of plastic 1/8" line into the cabin to the back of the gauge.

Once you get the gauge installed you'll be amazed how much the stock boost gauge is off. It seems to be close or maybe right on (I max mine out) for peek boost but anything for VAC or mid boost is way off. Also you'll be amazed how quick the gauge is - no floating like the stock one.
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Old Jul 26, 2005 | 10:18 PM
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I have a autometer boost guage, if you want ill send you pics of the install and so fourth
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Old Jul 27, 2005 | 07:36 PM
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No your right i have a SE SuperCharged i was under the impression that it was a SSEi because of the features i have on the Car i didnt know that there were more features for the car then i have so i made sure and checked the VIn like 2 months ago and havent updated my profile but i just did because i have been getting crap about it lol. Thanks llblazin i will try that appreciate it
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Old Jul 27, 2005 | 07:39 PM
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yes please send me a few pics of the install i would appreciate it I like the rims by the way
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