Gathering data - please help

Turn in Concepts · 08-01-2012, 12:58 AM

Hey Guys -

I'm trying to get a feel for what the most popular brands of gauges are out there.

while you're at it if you feel like plugging in which ones you're running I'd appreciate it.

Thanks!

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Big-E · 08-05-2012, 12:27 PM

Defi 'racer' series of stand-alone gauges.

Currently: 52mm / blue / boost-gauge / Subie Gal dash-pod; will keep

On order: SMY gauge-cluster bezel

To be ordered: Defi blue racer 52mm temperature (oil) and pressure (oil) gauges. Will more-than-likely order a Defi 'extension cord' for the temperature gauge sender, which will be located in the KBM oil pan and a remote pressure sending unit hose kit, in order to utilize the rear block port due to the DBW design of the TB.

*******

I chose these gauges for their inherent quality and their stand-alone feature.

jonthesloth · 08-05-2012, 02:13 PM

I used to have Prosport Boost and Oil Pressure, but I had a problem with them lasting over a year or so. They looked great, cost is decent, but the gauges themselves have longevity issues. At least for me.

I want some Defi's

JarHarms · 08-05-2012, 11:34 PM

My experience has been best with Defi's premium lines. I run IMP and EOP meters and nothing else. However I am probably not part of the popular meter population, it will probably end up being ProSports (yuck) or (I can only hope) Defi Racers.
Would not even think to take an Autometer or ProSport out of it's box before I tossed it into traffic. I tend to be really really picky on meters. Have used quite a few meter brands through out the cars I have worked on, including Autometer, Stewart Warner, VDO, Greddy, Blitz, ApexI, Defi, and a few others. Since Defi Links are discontinued I would opt for Advance CRs. I recently wanted to try Stack ProControls but not sure how much they integrated after Autometer bought them.

sjs0433 · 08-06-2012, 09:33 AM

Defi Racer series would be at the top of my list. Quality gauges that don't require a control unit which helps save on cost.

69subaru360 · 08-06-2012, 02:33 PM

I have Omori in mine now. I've used autometer in the past. Both are very good.

I've had the displeasure of installing prosport. They are garbage I would never put them in my own car.

08-01-2012, 12:58 AM	#1
Turn in Concepts NASIOC Vendor Member#: 93646 Join Date: Aug 2005 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: Many Track Records Let us help you go fast!	Gathering data - please help Hey Guys - I'm trying to get a feel for what the most popular brands of gauges are out there. while you're at it if you feel like plugging in which ones you're running I'd appreciate it. Thanks! * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

08-05-2012, 11:34 PM	#4
JarHarms Scooby Specialist Member#: 138994 Join Date: Jan 2007 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: DeKalb-ish, IL Vehicle: 2006 WRX Ltd SGM 6MT and such	My experience has been best with Defi's premium lines. I run IMP and EOP meters and nothing else. However I am probably not part of the popular meter population, it will probably end up being ProSports (yuck) or (I can only hope) Defi Racers. Would not even think to take an Autometer or ProSport out of it's box before I tossed it into traffic. I tend to be really really picky on meters. Have used quite a few meter brands through out the cars I have worked on, including Autometer, Stewart Warner, VDO, Greddy, Blitz, ApexI, Defi, and a few others. Since Defi Links are discontinued I would opt for Advance CRs. I recently wanted to try Stack ProControls but not sure how much they integrated after Autometer bought them. Last edited by JarHarms; 08-07-2012 at 01:21 PM.

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08-05-2012, 12:27 PM	#2
Big-E NASIOC Supporter Member#: 123843 Join Date: Aug 2006 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Greenwich, CT Vehicle: 2006 SGM WRX S2 Let LED's light your way!	Defi 'racer' series of stand-alone gauges. Currently: 52mm / blue / boost-gauge / Subie Gal dash-pod; will keep On order: SMY gauge-cluster bezel To be ordered: Defi blue racer 52mm temperature (oil) and pressure (oil) gauges. Will more-than-likely order a Defi 'extension cord' for the temperature gauge sender, which will be located in the KBM oil pan and a remote pressure sending unit hose kit, in order to utilize the rear block port due to the DBW design of the TB. ******* I chose these gauges for their inherent quality and their stand-alone feature.

08-05-2012, 02:13 PM	#3
jonthesloth Scooby Specialist Member#: 184390 Join Date: Jul 2008 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: 714/562 LA/OC, California Vehicle: 2005 CGM WRX 1999 Forester GREEN	I used to have Prosport Boost and Oil Pressure, but I had a problem with them lasting over a year or so. They looked great, cost is decent, but the gauges themselves have longevity issues. At least for me. I want some Defi's

08-06-2012, 09:33 AM	#5
sjs0433 Scooby Specialist Member#: 86061 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: MAIC	Defi Racer series would be at the top of my list. Quality gauges that don't require a control unit which helps save on cost.

08-06-2012, 02:33 PM	#6
69subaru360 Scooby Guru Member#: 159682 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Belfast Maine Vehicle: 1995 WRX	I have Omori in mine now. I've used autometer in the past. Both are very good. I've had the displeasure of installing prosport. They are garbage I would never put them in my own car.