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Old 04-28-2011, 02:22 AM
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Default What to put in third gauge pod?

Currently I have my boost gauge and AFR gauge in the two center vent holes. I am thinking about putting the vents back in and getting a dash panel such as this one: http://www.trackdogracing.com/website/gauges/panels.htm



What could I put in the third pod? I don't think I need any other gauges because I'm not racing or anything. Perhaps just a clock, as my head unit only displays the time when I press a button, not permanently like the stock radio does (and I miss that feature -- I like to just glance down and immediately know the time.)

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I'd do either EGT or a real TEMP gauge. I am having the same delima right now.
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mini aquarium?
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oil temp
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I understand the usefulness of a real temp gauge, but I'd hate having a real one AND the stock fake one. Makes more sense to convert the fake one and use that third pod spot for something else.
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Get the same panel from ebay for $17.90, free shipping.

How about an EGT?, Or an IAT?
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Link please? I searched on ebay and couldn't find it.
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Here you go:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...T#ht_500wt_922
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Thanks GC. How is the quality?
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Here's a killer deal on gauges:

http://www.aliexpress.com/fm-store/2...eeShipCountry=
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Originally Posted by evank
Thanks GC. How is the quality?
Great. Exact same product as the $45 one..

Check out the gauge link, too..
I got an EGT, OP and a Oil Temp gauge, all with senders/probes, plus an oil filter sandwich plate, for under $90, including FeDex shipping. Arrived in 6 days, and they all checked out perfectly.
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Aquarium or oil temp.
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get a REAL volt meter.
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Fleshlight?
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Originally Posted by flounder
mini aquarium?
+1, sea monkeys!
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Get a gay meter
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Originally Posted by 18psi
Get a gay meter
Too much interference from the car. It will be pegged all the time.
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