!!!!!!!!!boost guage install!!!!!!!!!!!!!!???????? please help

SICKSAAB · #1 22-03-09

i have an 2006 9-3 aero, the 2.8.. and would like to put autometer boost guage in it, but dont know right vac line to use!!! please help!

new to forums!! thanks

Discreet · #2 22-03-09

tee into the one coming out of the fuel pressure regulator at the end of the fuel rail.

mike saunders · #3 22-03-09

Putting an Autometer gauge on a 2006 Saab is like garnishing a perfectly grilled porterhouse steak with potato chips.

Man up and buy a decent gauge!

lmpreza · #4 22-03-09

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Originally Posted by mike saunders

Putting an Autometer gauge on a 2006 Saab is like garnishing a perfectly grilled porterhouse steak with potato chips.

Man up and buy a decent gauge!

Nothing wrong with autometer gauges. If you think spending $300 a gauge for defi or greddy gauges is a better choice, there's something wrong with you.

SICKSAAB · #5 22-03-09

first of all i got the gauge for free.. second of all i have a 2.8 and there is nothing after fuel press reg, and if i go by the stock boost controller , i was told it will **** with having a good const boost press! if any one could send me a pic that would be perfect!!! thanks for the help

Discreet · #6 22-03-09

sorry, the info i noted is meant for the 4 cyl.

SICKSAAB · #7 22-03-09

no problem, i knew that! lol

mike saunders · #8 22-03-09

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Originally Posted by lmpreza

Nothing wrong with autometer gauges. If you think spending $300 a gauge for defi or greddy gauges is a better choice, there's something wrong with you.

Um....Right.

Autometer finally has full sweep, 270-degree gauges...only five years after GReddy.

SICKSAAB · #9 22-03-09

2.8L boost guage install!

lmpreza · #10 23-03-09

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Originally Posted by mike saunders

Um....Right.

Autometer finally has full sweep, 270-degree gauges...only five years after GReddy.

I used autometer gauges in my WRX, they were very consistant.

That's all that matters.

I don't need gauges fully digital gauges with start-up sweeping, color changing LEDs or whatever fancy crap they have. $300 a gauge is much better spent on go-fast-bits, than overpriced gauges that do they same thing the tried-and-true autometers do.

If the gauge is off by .3psi, every single time, does it really matter that it's off? Gaurantee your OEM speedometer and tachometer are about as accurate as the autometer gauges are.

the.hatter · #11 23-03-09

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Originally Posted by lmpreza

I used autometer gauges in my WRX, they were very consistant.

That's all that matters.

I don't need gauges fully digital gauges with start-up sweeping, color changing LEDs or whatever fancy crap they have. $300 a gauge is much better spent on go-fast-bits, than overpriced gauges that do they same thing the tried-and-true autometers do.

If the gauge is off by .3psi, every single time, does it really matter that it's off? Gaurantee your OEM speedometer and tachometer are about as accurate as the autometer gauges are.

Well put.

I have an Autometer vacuum/boost gauge, I initially selected it because visually it blends well with the stock gauges:

Through miles of use, I have found that it gives consistent, accurate readings (accuracy measured by comparing it against readings by other members, so +/- a reasonable amount).

mike saunders · #12 23-03-09

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Originally Posted by lmpreza

I don't need gauges fully digital gauges with start-up sweeping, color changing LEDs or whatever fancy crap they have. $300 a gauge is much better spent on go-fast-bits, than overpriced gauges that do they same thing the tried-and-true autometers do.

Greddy max boost memory with warning, $200. No fancy LEDs or start-up sweeps. Just an accurate electronic gauge that records readings and offers you some overboost warning.

Probably doesn't matter much if you're unmodded, but then again, the OEM dash gauge is about as useful if you're at stock boost.

phillyb · #13 23-03-09

i don't drive a saab, but i have an autometer boost gauge as well. it's fairly accurate and that's all that matters.
i know a bunch of people who run prosport gauges, but they are constantly off. not .3 psi, but about 1-2 psi. i'll take my autometer mechanical gauge please

mike saunders · #14 23-03-09

Coolant temp and speed are apparently irrelevant.

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Originally Posted by the.hatter

Well put.

I have an Autometer vacuum/boost gauge, I initially selected it because visually it blends well with the stock gauges:

Through miles of use, I have found that it gives consistent, accurate readings (accuracy measured by comparing it against readings by other members, so +/- a reasonable amount).

mike saunders · #15 23-03-09

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Originally Posted by phillyb

i know a bunch of people who run prosport gauges, but they are constantly off. not .3 psi, but about 1-2 psi.

That's understandable.

Prosports' quality is laughable. They're pretty though, and for some folks that's what matters..

Road Warrior · #16 23-03-09

Autometer gauges are dead accurate. The boost gauge reading can read incorrectly or lag if the vacuum source is too far from the manifold. Basically the intake manifold is the best place to tie in a boost gauge. If nobody here can provide info on tying into an existing line, I suggest Googling for boost gauge installations and see what others have done. You may have to tap your own location which can be bad without removing the manifold because metal filings can get into your intake. Some people oil their drill bit to stick to the metal shavings, but that is not fail safe.

phillyb · #17 23-03-09

idk how accessible your guys's's valve is, but why not tee off the vac line on the valve?

the.hatter · #18 23-03-09

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Originally Posted by mike saunders

Coolant temp and speed are apparently irrelevant.

It's a sacrifice lol

It is only attached with velcro tape, so I can move it around a little. From the seated position, I lose the "Cruise" light that shows up when cruise control is turned on and the part of the speedometer from 100 mph up.

The coolant temp needle and gauge is still visible though (I DO want to be able to see that one, just in case something goes awry).

lmpreza · #19 23-03-09

Side note, I'm thinking of getting a set of gauges soon, Does anyone have theirs mounted on the pillar? and If so, what pillar kit fits? I know Autometer does not make a pillar replacement of kit for our cars, but a generic one or one designed for another make that would fit perhaps?