What do MR owners do about gauges..
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What do MR owners do about gauges..
I am curious what MR owners do about the OEM gauges included in the MR edition.
Mainly the boost gauge because it only reads to 22lbs. Is there a different gauge background and then can it calibrated. Because how can you correctly monitor boost above 22lbs without getting a different gauge.
I want to keep the factory cluster. Do I have any options or is a different boost gauge needed?
Thanks in advance.
Mainly the boost gauge because it only reads to 22lbs. Is there a different gauge background and then can it calibrated. Because how can you correctly monitor boost above 22lbs without getting a different gauge.
I want to keep the factory cluster. Do I have any options or is a different boost gauge needed?
Thanks in advance.
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I'd look into the stereo relocation - its fun and you pretty much need to do it if you want to run an aftermarket 60mm setup or something. Plus you can see them a little better although I don't see how anyone can look at them when rowing through the gears so dang fast.
You could also look into just a steering column mount and aftermarket gauge. That would run pretty cheap I would think.
You could also look into just a steering column mount and aftermarket gauge. That would run pretty cheap I would think.
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I have all three 'MR' gauges mounted where the radio spot was. For boost, I have an Apexi-AVCR electronic boost controller that fits right in the sun glasses compartment above. It fits perfectly! It can display boost, revs, etc. So, that's what I use to read my 'vital signs'.
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I just use the stock gauge and monitor boost via the MAP while logging. I'm using ECU controlled boost, so it is consistent. If something is up, the stock gauge shows enough to tip me off as I don't need exact data.
Plus, it's fun wrapping the stock gauge in to vacuum on E85. lol.
Plus, it's fun wrapping the stock gauge in to vacuum on E85. lol.
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Though I don't have a MR, I have the factory gauges, as they were stock on MR/RS and optional on all other models. The boost gauge remains linear past its last gradation. It's-also fairly accurate according to the logged MAP sensor. This said, I wouldn't suggest using the factory boost gauge, or any other boost gauge for that matter, to set boost. One's eye just isn't quick enough to catch a spike with any degree of accuracy. You're much better off installing a MAP sensor and logging boost, and using the gauge for a quick reference. Good luck.