EGT on Stock STi?

[TURBOXER]

Im in the process of picking out my Defi Gauges but I was wondering if the EGT gauge would really be necessary on a stock STi. I know the EGT is a very important for tuning but I don't think I'll be touching the engine any time soon. My though process is if I do need it in the future I can always add on. I figure the three gauges I would need would be boost, Oil Temp, & Oil Pres. Any thoughts/ideas? Thanks.

[teh DIRT]

EGT isnt as important as say a wideband 02. you can use an egt to see when you are running lean (temp spikes), but a wideband is a better option.

[TROLL]

EGT is the most important and useful gauge on a car along with a wideband 02 gauge. if the car in question is turbocharged, then a boost gauge bumps into the #1 spot, followed by EGT and Wideband, IMO. Oil temp and pressure dont hurt, but are not important unless you are indeed racing regularly IMO
bryan

[dubrx]

If you're leaving the engine stock, those are the three I'd go with... they're definitely the best for making sure things are optimal so that your turbo leads a long and healthy life :thumbup:

[wgknestrick]

EGTs are always very high on Subies with stock cats and especially a tune.

Mine:
normal cruising 1400F
Extended WOT runs will creep up around 1450-1500F depending on ambient.

[TehWagon]

bill, ya didn't read the question, only the title (which got me at first too, and so i thank you for answering it!) :lol: