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chris824 10-15-2009 12:45 AM

electric boost gauge
 
Has anyone here use one and are they worth getting?

Cpt_Slow 10-15-2009 12:47 AM

This is not going to go well for you, friend.

18psi 10-15-2009 12:49 AM

Specifically what the hell exactly is it that you're looking for in a boost gauge, and how much do you want to pay for one?

That helps determine whether you need this or not

Savington 10-15-2009 12:58 AM

I really like the gauge I use to monitor my electronic boost. Electronic boost is far more environmentally friendly than conventional boost.

Full_Tilt_Boogie 10-15-2009 01:08 AM

ive never used an elctric boost guage, but i couldmake one in about 15 seconds.

multimeter + 3bar mape sensor + a peice of vacuum hose = electronic boost guage.

why havent i done this already? because i have a normal boost guage and it works very, very well...

18psi 10-15-2009 01:10 AM

But isn't it awesome to dump 60+ on an electric boost gauge though? Isn't it?
Don't we all just LOVE dumping extra cash on completely unnecessary shit? lol

chris824 10-15-2009 01:15 AM

like 600$ just got paid need to spend

18psi 10-15-2009 01:16 AM

Seriously?

Get one. It won't do jack shit differently as far as showing you pressure level, but hey its your money lol

chris824 10-15-2009 01:18 AM

the one I have that I bought from autozone only shows me 3lbs of boost it sucks

18psi 10-15-2009 01:21 AM

The shitty autozone ones can be off by a few psi. Even the better "autometer" ones can be off by 1-2psi. Get a 3bar map sensor, go maf-less, and record boost with ms or another engine management system. Don't rely on a boost gauge for 100% accurate readings. Or waste money on an electric one which can still be off sometimes.

chris824 10-15-2009 01:26 AM

Is there a way to take that air flow meter off or bypass it where the air filter fits on?

crashnscar 10-15-2009 01:29 AM


Originally Posted by chris824 (Post 468128)
like 600$ just got paid need to spend

Here: https://www.miataturbo.net/forum/t40100/

Only one left at $550

18psi 10-15-2009 01:33 AM


Originally Posted by chris824 (Post 468136)
Is there a way to take that air flow meter off or bypass it where the air filter fits on?

yes

ssmith 10-15-2009 01:42 AM

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cjernigan 10-15-2009 01:43 AM

I like my vgauges electronic boost gauge. It's accurate, fast, and solid in construction.

albumleaf 10-15-2009 02:04 AM


Originally Posted by chris824 (Post 468136)
Is there a way to take that air flow meter off or bypass it where the air filter fits on?

It's actually all one piece, from the filter to the bottom of the shortblock, you're gonna have to get an angle grinder.

Joe Perez 10-15-2009 08:27 AM


Originally Posted by 18psi (Post 468141)
yes

Hey, that's my arbitrary response!

Full_Tilt_Boogie 10-15-2009 10:00 AM


Originally Posted by albumleaf (Post 468157)
It's actually all one piece, from the filter to the bottom of the shortblock, you're gonna have to get an angle grinder.

:bowrofl:

buffon01 10-15-2009 11:49 AM


Originally Posted by chris824 (Post 468128)
like 600$ just got paid need to spend

Help a student in need, buy me shocks.

Joe Perez 10-16-2009 06:10 PM


Originally Posted by buffon01 (Post 468338)
Help a student in need, buy me shocks.

Do you want us to buy you pancakes with maple syrup, too?


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