How many have boost gauge? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

CalBear_335i · 01-02-2013, 05:16 PM

How many of you turbo guys have real boost gauges? I'm not talking about the gauge jack via tune.

I'm debating on whether I should get one or not. I'm seen the vent pod gauges, P3 gauge, and ashtray gauges. Anything else?

Current mods are JB4, DCI, Downpipes, & Quaife. Probably going to test out E85 soon.

MrRetep · 01-02-2013, 05:18 PM

I just use the JB4 gauge "hi jacking" feature and turn my fuel gauge into a boost gauge after 50% throttle.

BMJ · 01-02-2013, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by CalBear_335i

How many of you turbo guys have real boost gauges? I'm not talking about the gauge jack via tune.

I'm debating on whether I should get one or not. I'm seen the vent pod gauges, P3 gauge, and ashtray gauges. Anything else?

Current mods are JB4, DCI, Downpipes, & Quaife. Probably going to test out E85 soon.

i don't use one, if i ever need to check i use the COBB

RnmEvo9 · 01-02-2013, 05:33 PM

I use a real boost gauge.

Neothin87 · 01-02-2013, 06:16 PM

Will an OBDII scanner accurately track boost/vac? I'm thinking of getting a kiwi bluetooth and running the torque app on my tablet...

GetSomeE92 · 01-02-2013, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MrRetep

I just use the JB4 gauge "hi jacking" feature and turn my fuel gauge into a boost gauge after 50% throttle.

Same here. It's the easiest option, and I like that I don't have some out of place gauge in the interior.

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 01-02-2013, 06:21 PM

I've had both, even at the same time.

The only benefit to a real boost gauge is that it reads at the intake manifold VS the other ones read pre throttle body.

Assuming your throttle is open, they would both be the same during pulls.

Where they differ is at low boost usually under 4 psi where the throttle blade will make an inherent false boost spiking on gauge hijacking. This is because the throttle blade is not fully open.

The gauge hi jacking would also not be accurate if you are getting throttle closures.

So the question is what is more important? For this vehicle I feel it looks a lot cleaner with the use of gauges from tunes.

If you really want to know what your motor is taking in, use a real boost gauge.

Boosted-M · 01-02-2013, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Neothin87

Will an OBDII scanner accurately track boost/vac? I'm thinking of getting a kiwi bluetooth and running the torque app on my tablet...

No, kiwi wifi won't give boost or afr readings.. I tried

boostaholic786 · 01-02-2013, 09:04 PM

I have the vent boost gauge and really do like it. Its the p3 and its very discrete and doesnt look "out of place"

themyst · 01-02-2013, 09:08 PM

although real boost gauge is going to be the most accurate, the piggyback gauge hijacking works well enough for most people.

max_k20 · 01-02-2013, 09:52 PM

I run an autometer mech gauge on the ATI steering column pod gauge. Cheap and efficient vs the P3 gauge wich is so expensive. I also was looking at different setup but really wanted a mech gauge instead of an electric one.

kenneth · 01-02-2013, 10:14 PM

ECS tuning vent boost gauge here!

skatenc123 · 01-03-2013, 12:26 AM

i run the ashtray boost gauges.

BimmerDave89 · 01-03-2013, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by kenneth

ECS tuning vent boost gauge here!

same here love the vent pod look. P3 is nice but don't like the positioning utilizing the vents to the left of the steering wheel, just seems out of line of sight I feel... if that makes sense haha

DanielGonz · 01-03-2013, 01:15 AM

Boost gauge is just for show. I prefer the clean OEM look, as opposed to the racer-mentality boost gauge. I feel like a boost gauge in a stock turbo'd 3 series is trying too hard. Diff strokes for diff folks?

mump · 01-03-2013, 01:40 AM

P3 vent gauge here. Love it. When I had my evo X, my Cobb was clipped to the same side vent, so I am used to glancing over there.

335iJWC · 01-03-2013, 01:44 AM

I have the p3 and love it, I also have the performance steering wheel and use it to keep track of water oil temp or Gs

ilirduka335xi · 01-03-2013, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by skatenc123

i run the ashtray boost gauges.

Where can I buy this ?

mump · 01-03-2013, 06:28 AM

Vendor on here sales the holder and different gauges.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=695694

skatenc123 · 01-03-2013, 06:37 PM

and if your gonna run oil pressure you need one of these too
http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...ribution-block

BRSSD · 01-03-2013, 10:34 PM

I like the clean look. But the ashtray gauges look great. Is it useful down there?

cn555ic · 01-03-2013, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by skatenc123

i run the ashtray boost gauges.

Thats a nice setup

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01-02-2013, 05:16 PM	#1
CalBear_335i Lieutenant Drives: LCI 335i M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 440 iTrader: (15)	How many have boost gauge? How many of you turbo guys have real boost gauges? I'm not talking about the gauge jack via tune. I'm debating on whether I should get one or not. I'm seen the vent pod gauges, P3 gauge, and ashtray gauges. Anything else? Current mods are JB4, DCI, Downpipes, & Quaife. Probably going to test out E85 soon. __________________
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01-02-2013, 06:21 PM	#7
Jeff@TopGearSolutions BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: C6 Z06, GSXR-750, 09 335i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: TopGearSolutions.com Posts: 12,686 iTrader: (25)	I've had both, even at the same time. The only benefit to a real boost gauge is that it reads at the intake manifold VS the other ones read pre throttle body. Assuming your throttle is open, they would both be the same during pulls. Where they differ is at low boost usually under 4 psi where the throttle blade will make an inherent false boost spiking on gauge hijacking. This is because the throttle blade is not fully open. The gauge hi jacking would also not be accurate if you are getting throttle closures. So the question is what is more important? For this vehicle I feel it looks a lot cleaner with the use of gauges from tunes. If you really want to know what your motor is taking in, use a real boost gauge. __________________ Latest Discounts and Specials Email Me! Jeff@TopGearSolutions.Com Evolution Racewerks Charge Pipes and FMIC Sale ETS FMIC INTERCOOLER SALE! Cobb AP for BMW N54 & N55, Lowest Price! Facebook Discounts!!

01-02-2013, 09:04 PM	#9
boostaholic786 Lieutenant Drives: E92 JB4 G5 ISO RB's FBO+40%E85 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: irving tx Posts: 458 iTrader: (0)	I have the vent boost gauge and really do like it. Its the p3 and its very discrete and doesnt look "out of place" __________________ A/W E92 335i M-sport with JB4 G5 ISO/BMS Flash, Alpina TCU flash for AT/Switch-tronic +AR Downpipes, Stett gen 1 intake, Wagner-Tuning FMIC+RB Turbo setup/ RB PCV Valve+ Akro exhaust+60% E85/93 mix,+ HRE P40S wheels, KW coilovers, M3 sways,+BMW performance CF Mirrors, BMW Performance CF deck lid spoiler,+ CF interior trim, p3 vent boost gauge,+ LUX angel eyes (11.73@119mph on street tires) NO METH!

01-02-2013, 09:08 PM	#10
themyst Major General Drives: E90 335i LCI Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 6,349 iTrader: (8)	although real boost gauge is going to be the most accurate, the piggyback gauge hijacking works well enough for most people. __________________ E90 LCI N54 6AT

01-02-2013, 05:18 PM	#2
MrRetep I'll tongue punch your fartbox Drives: 08 335i E90 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Irvine CA Posts: 352 iTrader: (2)	I just use the JB4 gauge "hi jacking" feature and turn my fuel gauge into a boost gauge after 50% throttle.

01-02-2013, 05:33 PM	#4
RnmEvo9 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Pembroke Pines, FL Posts: 1,641 iTrader: (2)	I use a real boost gauge.

01-02-2013, 06:16 PM	#5
Neothin87 Private First Class Drives: 2009 e90 335i Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Orlando FL Posts: 152 iTrader: (0)	Will an OBDII scanner accurately track boost/vac? I'm thinking of getting a kiwi bluetooth and running the torque app on my tablet...

01-02-2013, 09:52 PM	#11
max_k20 Bavarian Love Drives: BMW 335xi Coupe MT Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 123 iTrader: (0)	I run an autometer mech gauge on the ATI steering column pod gauge. Cheap and efficient vs the P3 gauge wich is so expensive. I also was looking at different setup but really wanted a mech gauge instead of an electric one. __________________ 2009 335xi Coupe // MT6 // Coral Red // Black Sapphire // Sport & Cold Weather Pkg // VMR V703 Gunmetal // Factory Oil Cooler // PTF Thermostat Bypass // Black Grilles // Carbon Fiber Spoiler // Aero Lip // LUX Angel Eyes V4 // COBB AP Stg 1 // Injen DCI w/ HydroShields // aFE Air Scoop // Clutch Stop // Boost Gauge

01-02-2013, 10:14 PM	#12
kenneth Major General Drives: 335i Sedan Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Montreal Posts: 8,377 iTrader: (12)	ECS tuning vent boost gauge here! __________________ SB, Terra, 6MT. Only a few mods here and there.....nothing extreme!

01-03-2013, 12:26 AM	#13
skatenc123 Lieutenant Drives: 2007 335i coupe Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: NC Posts: 548 iTrader: (1)	i run the ashtray boost gauges.

01-03-2013, 01:15 AM	#15
DanielGonz First Lieutenant Drives: AW E92 335i 6 speed Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SoCal (OC) Posts: 366 iTrader: (0)	Boost gauge is just for show. I prefer the clean OEM look, as opposed to the racer-mentality boost gauge. I feel like a boost gauge in a stock turbo'd 3 series is trying too hard. Diff strokes for diff folks? __________________ 07 AW E92 335 6MT [18" OEM 193's For Sale, PM me] OEM Aero Lip \| KW V2 \| Vorsteiner CSL trunk \| Angel ibright Angel Eyes \| 3000K HID fogs \| 6000k HID low beams \| AFE DCI \| Full LED conversion

01-03-2013, 01:40 AM	#16
mump Private First Class Drives: '11 335is E93 / '01 Boxster S Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Ramstein, Germany Posts: 188 iTrader: (3)	P3 vent gauge here. Love it. When I had my evo X, my Cobb was clipped to the same side vent, so I am used to glancing over there.

01-03-2013, 01:44 AM	#17
335iJWC ~~~ Drives: JB 335i-M3 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Simi Valley Posts: 586 iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [4.50]	I have the p3 and love it, I also have the performance steering wheel and use it to keep track of water oil temp or Gs __________________ . ................

01-03-2013, 06:28 AM	#19
mump Private First Class Drives: '11 335is E93 / '01 Boxster S Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Ramstein, Germany Posts: 188 iTrader: (3)	Vendor on here sales the holder and different gauges. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=695694

01-03-2013, 06:37 PM	#20
skatenc123 Lieutenant Drives: 2007 335i coupe Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: NC Posts: 548 iTrader: (1)	and if your gonna run oil pressure you need one of these too http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...ribution-block

01-03-2013, 10:34 PM	#21
BRSSD New Member Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: San Diego Posts: 15 iTrader: (0)	I like the clean look. But the ashtray gauges look great. Is it useful down there?

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