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08-31-2010, 12:58 PM | #1 |
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I need an EGT Gauge Solution!!! HELP!!!
So I'm about to install a boost and EGT gauge on my 2005 WRX. Here is what I need:
1) Matching green/red of WRX gauges 2) QUALITY and RELIABILITY 3) Accuracy (obviously) 4) Fully inclusive setup, gauge and probe. I don't want a central unit or whatever. Specifically, for #2, I''m looking for an EGT that WILL NOT F*** UP after 5-6 months. The hard thing is finding one that will match my interior gauges... At the moment, I'm considering the MadDad gauges, but I've heard nothing but bad things about their EGT's... Please provide a link to the suggestion as well if possible! HALP!!!!!!!!! Installations and upgrades are pending this purchase!!!!! P.S. YES, I've read the gauge FAQ. My problem is there are so many mixed reviews out there, many of which aren't very specific.
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08-31-2010, 01:02 PM | #2 |
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You didn't mention how much you're willing to spend. So with that, I'd personally buy DEFI's.
There is a set of white face green illumination in the FS section (they may have already sold) Try HERE If those don't work out (because they're our of production) buy the DEFI BF amber illumination gauges (60mm). |
08-31-2010, 01:13 PM | #3 | |
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So, all in all, I'd love Defi's, but PLEASE (and I should ahve said this first) provide a link and make sure it matches my above criteria. Thanks for the input though. |
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08-31-2010, 02:22 PM | #4 |
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bump for some feedback!
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08-31-2010, 03:06 PM | #5 |
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for the price, the prosport gauges look pretty nice and available in a bunch of colors. If you're lucky you might be able to find the older Defi's that are green no blackout to match your interior.
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08-31-2010, 08:24 PM | #6 | |
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Any other companies even come close to reliability of Defi's? Thinking of just trying my luck with MadDad... |
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09-01-2010, 08:21 AM | #7 |
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bump?
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09-01-2010, 09:03 AM | #8 |
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So now I'm even finding woes about the sending units on Defi's.
HALP, lmao. I need a matching green/red.... Last edited by skep18; 09-01-2010 at 09:14 AM. |
09-01-2010, 09:24 AM | #9 |
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I have an 07 WRX provided the interior is the same I got the Autometer GS series gauges. They have the black face with a silver bevel and green backlighting. Autometer is definitely a high quality gauge and they include all the senders and such with most of thier gauges
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09-01-2010, 10:30 AM | #10 |
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09-01-2010, 02:08 PM | #11 |
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Talk with Interior Flair. He/They convert gauge lighting.
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09-01-2010, 03:58 PM | #12 |
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depends if you like replacing EGT sensors every couple of months...
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09-02-2010, 12:19 PM | #13 |
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If price is not an option, this seems like a pretty sweet idea. I've never seen green BF defi gauges.
Seriously, prosports are GARBAGE!! They are complete and utter pieces of ****. |
09-02-2010, 12:35 PM | #14 | |
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Even with my Defi's, the EGT sender probe burnt out at one point and had a oil pressure sender fail, but it doesnt make them garbage either. |
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09-02-2010, 12:39 PM | #15 | |
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are u talking from experiance or just out of ur arse. I have had my Prosport's for several years now with out so much as a problem. to the op why not prosport, they are great with customer service and have a solid product. |
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09-02-2010, 03:05 PM | #16 |
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I have prosport gauges (boost, EGT, Oil pressure) and have had no problems with them as well. Don't know what other folks have experienced with them.
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09-02-2010, 03:44 PM | #17 | |
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and as much as people like to say they are the same, I've disassembled prosport and glowshift oil pressure gauges. They were 100% IDENTICAL on the inside. *disclaimer, I currently have 1 prosport and 2 glowshift gauges in my car, which are coming out sometime this fall. EGT and oil pressure sensors on the glowshifts are dead, again, and the prosport is inaccurate and lost most of its lighting. * |
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... F*** my life. Does anyone make a reliable product? I understand this is a harsh environment, but really?! |
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09-08-2010, 01:15 AM | #19 |
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besides placement, the only thing that will extend the life of any EGT probe on the market out there is a good tune.
I broke my first Defi EGT because of a prolonged lean condition i didn't attend to. They are all 2 wire K-type thermocouples actually. My friend has a autometer with a 14 year old EGT on his turboed jetta mk2. I have a spare EGT sensor available fs. |
09-09-2010, 01:58 PM | #20 |
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Searcg Saga gauges i got them now and i love'em
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