powbmps Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 This was just delivered today. It is exactly what I was looking for!!!45mm Omori mechanical boost gauge with the adjustable back light color. It looks like a sweet match with the red needle and white lettering. I need to figure out a way to mount in on my steering column. I'm putting it on the left side, in front of the Legacy logo on the tach. I'll post pictures when I figure it out. Chris S. (The needle is right at 0 when viewed straight on.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 Hmmm, 1 3/4 inch, that should fit in the center storage area easily. Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foamingskwerl Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 That should match nicely. Tell Bill I said hi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xenonk Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 If you guys want a preview of what I am putting on the GT, here is the thread of my post: [url]http://www.legacygt.com/viewtopic.php?t=3620&highlight=[/url] HKS CAMP is a pretty cool unit as well.. of course, it cost a lot more than your boost gauge. That should be a cool install, I would like to see how you run the lines and stuff, if you could, please take some pics. Thanks Keefe Keefe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted September 30, 2004 Author Share Posted September 30, 2004 It fits in that console, no problem. Chris S. (Sorry about the crappy photo.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted September 30, 2004 Author Share Posted September 30, 2004 But this is what I'm thinking....right in line with the tach. (Once again, sorry about the photo.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UrQ Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 Is Saab the only company who puts the gague in these days, or is the aftermarket so swollen that Subaru et al don't consider it necessary? Please post pictures after you've installed. It is nice to see it somewhere besides the A-pillar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 I bet the Subaru accessory boost gauge holder would work nicely. Thanks for the pic in the storage area. Where did you buy the gauge? Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanoswrx Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 Yeah, look at the WRX's Steering Column boost guage holder. It might just fit yours and make a nice clean easy install. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted September 30, 2004 Author Share Posted September 30, 2004 I checked on the Subaru boost gauge holder. It sounds like it would work, but it would cost $100 :o ! That's almost as much as the gauge itself. I purchased the gauge from J-Spec Tuning for $110 (shipping included). I think that is the only place to get the Omori gauges. Chris S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 They make an electronic version as well, hmmm...... :) Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoundBoy Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 im sorry... I read all these boost guage threads... and I have to say... for something that is not really needed on the car... this is one ugly addition. I would spend my time tring to find an electroillumiecent guage to match the rest of the guage cluster. mounting it in the little cubby by itself just throws everything off... At least you weren't the guy who dremeled the plastic to make his guage fit *shudder* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mccorry Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 [quote name='RoundBoy']im sorry... I read all these boost guage threads... and I have to say... for something that is not really needed on the car... this is one ugly addition.[/quote] To each his own. I personally want a boost gauge... along with oil pressure and EGT. Would love to find a kit to fit in the cubby..... :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 Thanks for the pics, looks like an easy enough install. Moving to interiors.... Thanks. Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted October 1, 2004 Author Share Posted October 1, 2004 I just put in the cubby to show that it fits. I'll post some pictures of my 'ghetto' install when it's finished. Chris S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted October 1, 2004 Author Share Posted October 1, 2004 In my opinion, a boost gauge is a must for any turbo charged vehicle. With future modifications planned, it's a no-brainer. Like mccorry said, to each his own. Chris S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nendo Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 hey dude sweet gauge.. i was thinkin of gettin the same one.. where u get it from and how much? i first was thinkin of the sweet defi guages but i cant stand lookin at bar.. i need psi!!!!!!!!!!!!! i wouldnt put it in the center console unless there was a plate covering the rest of the box. my ideal place would be right where u placed it on the steering column Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GranTourer Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 [quote name='mccorry']To each his own. I personally want a boost gauge... along with oil pressure and EGT. Would love to find a kit to fit in the cubby..... :)[/quote] If you replaced the EGT gauge with an oil temp gauge, then the STi Genome Gauge Pack would be the answer, albeit a quadruple digit answer. I hope someone makes a cubby kit kinda like the old Kartboy AFC mount. [img]http://products.nasioc.com/images/afcmount.jpg[/img] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted October 1, 2004 Author Share Posted October 1, 2004 I finished the install. I can't wait to check it out after dark. From what I can see the illumination matches the factory gauges exactly. The backlight color is 'infinately' adjustable. The boost line is gray in these pictures. Chris S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted October 1, 2004 Author Share Posted October 1, 2004 Here are some interior shots. This cost me $3.45 and about 1 1/2 hours of my time. Not bad. I'm not sure if I hooked it up in the right location though. The directions said to splice it into the line to the fuel pressure regulator, so that's what I did. I probably would have put it in the line to the bov, but the connector is too small. The needle wavers a bit under full boost (which barely hits 11.5 or so). Chris S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GranTourer Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 Awesome work at a good price! Perchance a night action shot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted October 1, 2004 Author Share Posted October 1, 2004 I'll give it a try tonight. Chris S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powbmps Posted October 2, 2004 Author Share Posted October 2, 2004 Here's a slightly fuzzy night time shot. Chris S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TLS Posted October 2, 2004 Share Posted October 2, 2004 Looks GOOD!!! What is holding it on to the steering column? Thats the important part I think. I like how it matches the rest of the gauges. Now if you could buy one with a red ring around it. Also, a 0-15 or 0-20 would be nicer and more accurate. Good clean install. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel Angus Posted October 2, 2004 Share Posted October 2, 2004 [quote name='powbmps']Here's a slightly fuzzy night time shot. Chris S.[/quote] that is some awesome gas mileage you're getting there :oops: :lol: :lol: :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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