Boost gauge for ashtray - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

jahmed78 · 11-11-2010, 01:40 PM

Looking to put in a pod in the ashtray but I would prefer to keep my lighter. I'm guessing this will need custom work.

If I go the route of buying a pod, it's ~$300 for the 3D designs one!!!! I wouldn't want to spend more than $100 and I also don't need 3 gauges there.

I'd liek to essentially just have the boost gauge fitted into the ashtray (not LED digital kind).

ANY IDEAS?

mkPOTO · 11-11-2010, 01:41 PM

there is a bunch of people who have it done, but it was custom work
ill check to see if i can find the pic

Sniz · 11-11-2010, 03:31 PM

not a very good place to put a gauge you have to look at while at WOT.

Geby-E90 · 11-11-2010, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Sniz

not a very good place to put a gauge you have to look at while at WOT.

I've noticed that. Most people that have the gauges in the ash tray must just love them for looks. Personally I'd love a company to produce something thats more visible when looking ahead. The vent gauge is pretty nice:

http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E90-335...Sale/ES259975/

But I really don't like the look of the ECS gauge. Wish I could stuff a Defi BF in there, or a PLX OLED gauge, but the vent pod only fits gauges that are 45mm.

I hate the "mickey mouse" ear gauges for the steering column too.

In my RX7 I have a custom quad pod, that just snaps in over the center speaker in the dash

tscdennab · 11-11-2010, 04:14 PM

I have the Rixter vent gauge but the placement is not ideal. I would highly recommend ATi ePOD for e90:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=353253

http://store.bimmerworld.com/ati-epo...lder-p899.aspx

jahmed78 · 11-11-2010, 07:37 PM

i know the ashtray isnt ideal but i think it has the best look. i dont track the car so i want to remain somewhat refined lol...maybe ill try to fabricate one myself

tom @ eas · 11-11-2010, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jahmed78

Looking to put in a pod in the ashtray but I would prefer to keep my lighter. I'm guessing this will need custom work.

If I go the route of buying a pod, it's ~$300 for the 3D designs one!!!! I wouldn't want to spend more than $100 and I also don't need 3 gauges there.

I'd liek to essentially just have the boost gauge fitted into the ashtray (not LED digital kind).

ANY IDEAS?

The Macht Schnell ashtray gauge pod would be less costly :

What is the reason to keep the cigarette lighter? There are plenty of alternatives for power if needed.

Forcefed3 · 11-11-2010, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by tscdennab

I have the Rixter vent gauge but the placement is not ideal. I would highly recommend ATi ePOD for e90:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=353253

http://store.bimmerworld.com/ati-epo...lder-p899.aspx

Thats what ive been looking for, except its not spread far enough. The AA one is perfect, but i wouldnt know how to install it.

onefastman · 11-11-2010, 09:59 PM

I just routed my bms tuning gauge there, works great!

jahmed78 · 11-11-2010, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by tom @ eas

The Macht Schnell ashtray gauge pod would be less costly :

What is the reason to keep the cigarette lighter? There are plenty of alternatives for power if needed.

How much for this pod? Can u PM me?

The lowest I've seen is $120 for a generic one on ebay and up to $300ish for the 3d Designs. I honestly don't really need to know much else beyond boost gauge bit if I have no choice so be it

Sniz · 11-12-2010, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by jahmed78

i know the ashtray isnt ideal but i think it has the best look. i dont track the car so i want to remain somewhat refined lol...maybe ill try to fabricate one myself

ahhh so your a form > function guy.

have fun.

david @ eas · 11-12-2010, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by jahmed78

How much for this pod? Can u PM me?

The lowest I've seen is $120 for a generic one on ebay and up to $300ish for the 3d Designs. I honestly don't really need to know much else beyond boost gauge bit if I have no choice so be it

Sure thing, PM coming.

11-11-2010, 01:40 PM	#1
jahmed78 Second Lieutenant Drives: 2007 BMW e90 335i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 284 iTrader: (5)	Boost gauge for ashtray Looking to put in a pod in the ashtray but I would prefer to keep my lighter. I'm guessing this will need custom work. If I go the route of buying a pod, it's ~$300 for the 3D designs one!!!! I wouldn't want to spend more than $100 and I also don't need 3 gauges there. I'd liek to essentially just have the boost gauge fitted into the ashtray (not LED digital kind). ANY IDEAS? __________________ 2007 335i e90 - black on black w/wood trim and iDrive 19" BMW M-Performance wheels, ST coilovers, m3 rep front bumper and skirts, CF Hamann rep diffuser, Remus Race quad exhaust, aFe DCI, LED angel eyes & DRL kit,
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11-11-2010, 03:31 PM	#3
Sniz Lieutenant General Drives: e92 335 - gone // e36 M3 turbo Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 10,447 iTrader: (1)	not a very good place to put a gauge you have to look at while at WOT. __________________

11-11-2010, 07:37 PM	#6
jahmed78 Second Lieutenant Drives: 2007 BMW e90 335i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 284 iTrader: (5)	i know the ashtray isnt ideal but i think it has the best look. i dont track the car so i want to remain somewhat refined lol...maybe ill try to fabricate one myself __________________ 2007 335i e90 - black on black w/wood trim and iDrive 19" BMW M-Performance wheels, ST coilovers, m3 rep front bumper and skirts, CF Hamann rep diffuser, Remus Race quad exhaust, aFe DCI, LED angel eyes & DRL kit,

11-11-2010, 09:59 PM	#9
onefastman Major General Drives: 2009 135i 2011 e92m dct Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Earth Posts: 5,702 iTrader: (15)	I just routed my bms tuning gauge there, works great! __________________ Legal Disclaimer: Anything I or anyone else says about my vehicle on this website(1addicts.com or any affiliated or nonaffiliated sites), pertaining to modifications, is only to gain acceptance from my/our peers, and does not actually represent anything actually existing on my car, and thus, cannot be held against me in any issues, i.e. warranty claims, that may arise.

11-11-2010, 04:14 PM	#5
tscdennab Banned Drives: BMW 335i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Europe Posts: 1,811 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW [3.12]	I have the Rixter vent gauge but the placement is not ideal. I would highly recommend ATi ePOD for e90: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=353253 http://store.bimmerworld.com/ati-epo...lder-p899.aspx

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