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Old Oct 15, 2009 | 12:45 AM
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Has anyone here use one and are they worth getting?
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 12:47 AM
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This is not going to go well for you, friend.
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 12:49 AM
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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
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 12:58 AM
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I really like the gauge I use to monitor my electronic boost. Electronic boost is far more environmentally friendly than conventional boost.
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:08 AM
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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...
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:10 AM
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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 ****? lol
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:15 AM
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like 600$ just got paid need to spend
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:16 AM
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Seriously?

Get one. It won't do jack **** differently as far as showing you pressure level, but hey its your money lol
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:18 AM
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the one I have that I bought from autozone only shows me 3lbs of boost it sucks
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:21 AM
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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.
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:26 AM
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Is there a way to take that air flow meter off or bypass it where the air filter fits on?
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:29 AM
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Originally Posted by chris824
like 600$ just got paid need to spend
Here: https://www.miataturbo.net/forum/t40100/

Only one left at $550
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:33 AM
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Originally Posted by chris824
Is there a way to take that air flow meter off or bypass it where the air filter fits on?
yes
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:42 AM
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Old Oct 15, 2009 | 01:43 AM
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I like my vgauges electronic boost gauge. It's accurate, fast, and solid in construction.
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 02:04 AM
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Originally Posted by chris824
Is there a way to take that air flow meter off or bypass it where the air filter fits on?
It's actually all one piece, from the filter to the bottom of the shortblock, you're gonna have to get an angle grinder.
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by 18psi
yes
Hey, that's my arbitrary response!
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by albumleaf
It's actually all one piece, from the filter to the bottom of the shortblock, you're gonna have to get an angle grinder.
Old Oct 15, 2009 | 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by chris824
like 600$ just got paid need to spend
Help a student in need, buy me shocks.
Old Oct 16, 2009 | 06:10 PM
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Originally Posted by buffon01
Help a student in need, buy me shocks.
Do you want us to buy you pancakes with maple syrup, too?
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