Show me boost gauge installed for b5's

[vwsnaps]

Picked up my B5 wagon.
http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?t=393891

I want to install a boost gauge - dont like A pillar installed - not really a fan of the steering column version but not sure where else to put it..

Any link to place that sells a kit ( i have a callaway boost gauge that no one is buying so i will probably just use it to keep it old school )

Let me know

 

[blujett2.0]

I think the cleanest look is the one where you take out the double din radio, put a single din in and a triple gauge pod above it. I wish they had a triple gauge pod for above the dash like the new beetle available so I could keep the DD radio. :S

 

[vwsnaps]

mine is single din -

 

[vwztips]

I have the 3 gauge set up like blue jet mentioned. Nice clean look and have the blue matching back lights. will post up a pic next week

 

[BobZ]

I use Torque Pro - cell phone is always in car anyway and I can display more than just boost. Blue tooth obd2 connector and app were under $20. One benefit is it is transferable from car to car and in my truck, it has alerted me when a code popped on - learned my light on my dash had burnt out so I may never had known...

 

[2004PassatTDI]

I mounted my on the windshield defroster vent. Was able to pull the wires through the vent system. It is a very clean install that can be removed without any evidence that it existed. The location does not reduce driver's visibility.

 

[1854sailor]

Here's mine. New South Performance gauge and column mount pod.

The gauge matches the cluster perfectly.

 

[vwztips]

Here is mine. Sorry for the poor picture quality. Works great. Looks great. Most people think it is stock

 

[Biodezl]

I use Torque Pro - cell phone is always in car anyway and I can display more than just boost. Blue tooth obd2 connector and app were under $20. One benefit is it is transferable from car to car and in my truck, it has alerted me when a code popped on - learned my light on my dash had burnt out so I may never had known...

Which ODB2 bluetooth connector did you get, with the software, for less than $20?

 

[BobZ]

I got this - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004KL0I9I/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $11 delivered via prime membership. I would prefer the lower profile one though... The app was $4.99 I think? https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.prowl.torque&hl=en

 

[Biodezl]

Thanks for the reply. I guess I'm SOL with my iPhone. There's another one for a few bucks more but it uses wifi. The Torqued app doesn't appear to work with wifi.

 

[TDI_]

Thanks for the reply. I guess I'm SOL with my iPhone. There's another one for a few bucks more but it uses wifi. The Torqued app doesn't appear to work with wifi.

Torque does work with wifi need a wifi OBD2 adapter and you are set. I use it for my car all the time to monitor my boost spikes. IAT temps, fault codes etc,etc. Let me know if you need help setting it up!

 

[spartan]

Here is mine. I got an extra vent from the salvage yard and gutted it. Super tight fit, but works great and doesn't impede the gauge cluster and still provides air flow.

 

[JFettig]

Audi A4 newsouth column pod, Autometer pillar pod

 

[50harleyrider]

That pillar pod is clean and highly visible when looking at the road. I better get it for my BV43A install (just arrived from Frans). Where did you tee in on the boost line?

 

[JFettig]

You'll have to add a barb somewhere.

 

[1854sailor]

Why 3 boost gauges??

Audi A4 newsouth column pod, Autometer pillar pod

 

[JFettig]

Boost, Boost, Drive pressure, all reading different values

 

[1854sailor]

Drive pressure? Please 'splain.

 

[JFettig]

exhaust manifold pressure - what drives the turbo, AKA EMP

 

[1854sailor]

Thanks, Jon. I just learned something new about TDIs!

 

[tikal]

I got this one:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005NLQAHS?ie=UTF8&force-full-site=1&ref_=aw_bottom_links
Maybe a little bit more expensive but I wanted one that would be more reliable for the money. Works great with my Android phone. There are some many gauges is a little bit overwhelming! I like a lot the one for fuel consumed per hour.

I got this - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004KL0I9I/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $11 delivered via prime membership. I would prefer the lower profile one though... The app was $4.99 I think? https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.prowl.torque&hl=en

 

[blujett2.0]

Does anyone know if the Torque Pro app displays our EGTs??? I know our cars have an OEM sensor but I can't find any info if Torque will read it...thanks!

 

[Windex]

I have torque, and an elm 327 BT adapter. I have not been able to get it to read EGT - looked through all of the PIDS and no luck.

 

[peiphil]

You have to add a pyrometer sensor in the exhaust to read that!

 

[Mechnurse]

The B5.5 already has a stock EGT sensor that the ECU can see. Just need to know what field it's located in

 

[blujett2.0]

Thanks for the replies guys! I know my VCDS will show it...if only they had an app to run it rather than needing a whole PC to operate it.