Cheap boost gauge

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Heath
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Cheap boost gauge

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Anyone recommend a cheap boost gauge for my diesel turbo prado? I have a 60mm hole where the clock currently sits that is the designated new home and I dont want to cut anything or make holes where it's visible.

Just want something simple and cheap (but not absolute crap) not fussed if manual or electric. Not even sure if either is better or worse and dont know where its going to be plumbed in (I figure as close to the engine intake after the intercooler is good).

Dont want to fit another Auberins one for boost (that spot is reserved for oil Pressure - when I save up enough).

Cheers. :mrgreen:
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A little late but mechanical boost gauges are simpler and more accurate than electric. Not to mention easier to install

Doesnt matter where you install, as long as its between the turbo and inlet manifold, its all under the same pressure.

Autogauge has always worked for me in various vehicles, both petrol and diesel. Theyre cheap too (trademe!)
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I'm using a Autoguage 60mm stepper motor series gauge, I have always been a fan of mechanical but this model gauge seems pretty bloody good!!!!


http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motor ... 953521.htm
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