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WRX27 · 01-25-2006, 01:20 PM

Ok, so i got a really good deal on a set of gauges. Im going with Boost and Egt but need a 3rd gauge to fit in the hood. I can choose between oil or fuel pressure. Which is more important if @ all? Thanks for any recomendations in advance.

2point4DSM · 01-25-2006, 01:32 PM

Fuel pressure would be better to have since your car already comes with oil pressure gauge and a low oil pressure warning light.

On the other hand, it would be nice to see what fuel pressure is doing once you start playing with lots of boost and more horsepower.

1988 Olds · 01-25-2006, 01:59 PM

In your case I would also say fuel pressure for the same reasons already stated. Chances are you won't have to worry about oil pressure with your car.

JSPECFC3S · 01-25-2006, 03:37 PM

Do u have an A/F? Go Fuel Press. between those 2.

Intercooled T · 01-25-2006, 03:51 PM

with the money you saved on this 'good deal', get alky injection for your car and getta 'alky level' gauge put in...

mucho boosto!

WRX27 · 01-26-2006, 02:18 PM

Thanks for the input guys!

WRX27 · 01-26-2006, 02:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSPECFC3S

Do u have an A/F? Go Fuel Press. between those 2.

oh and no a/f

sisforsurfing · 01-26-2006, 03:07 PM

If you have the money I recommend getting a real (wideband) A/F gauge before the other stuff, even though the EGT will help with tuning too. They're not cheap though.

2point4DSM · 01-26-2006, 03:46 PM

yeah, I would definitely go with a wideband before the others. The wideband will give you a more direct idea of tune.

hystericfox · 01-27-2006, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WRX27

oh and no a/f

Wideband?

wgknestrick · 01-27-2006, 06:52 PM

AEM UEGO is what you want

wgknestrick · 01-27-2006, 06:54 PM

AEM’s UEGO Display Gauge includes a 0-5 Volt analog output that can be used with data-loggers or most aftermarket engine management systems, and includes an RS 232 serial data output port for data logging without an engine management system. AEM’s UEGO Display Gauge is calibrated to work with AEM UEGO sensor controllers ONLY.

These units display to 0.1 AFR and feature 24 color-coded LED display lights for immediate reference to engine AFR, and an integrated three-digit real-time display for AFR. The AEM UEGO Display Gauge is available with a silver or black bezel, and with a black or white face.

AEM’s UEGO Display Gauge displays one channel only, so users wishing to display two channels simultaneously will need two gauges (V6 to V10 applications).

hystericfox · 01-27-2006, 07:16 PM

I want one.

WRX27 · 01-28-2006, 01:58 PM

Thanks again guys for the input! I will look into that. As for the 2 choices i mentioned though is the consensus Fuel?

WKderF · 01-29-2006, 02:18 PM

IMHO, i would reccomend oil temperature as opposed to pressure.

my logic is that with oil pressure, if the gauge shows a loss in pressure, chances are that its already too late to do something to stop the damage.

however with oil temp - the temp will show you when your car is fully warmed up & ready for hard driving. The temp will also tell you if you are driving your car too hard - & when it needs to cool down a bit.

as for the wideband O2 gauges, the AEM UEGO only reads down to a certain amount which if i remember correctly, is right on the edge of Subarus reccomended AFR, so the gauge will only be useable to a certain degree. if you are interested in a WB O2 gauge, i would reccomend the innovate motorsports XD1. its more expensive - but has a MUCH wider range of reading.

check it out for yourself. and also ask others on this forum. I know that Karl has the AEM UEGO, and Criz has the LM1 from innovate. im sure both of them would be happy to tell you their likes & dislikes of their WBO2 gauges.

WRX27 · 01-30-2006, 12:58 AM

Thanks! good info. Looks like i have alot to think about. Criz and Karl thoughts on what you have?

hystericfox · 01-30-2006, 01:38 AM

I agree with WKderF about the oil temp gauge. I'm putting one in my GSX.

MrDibbs19 · 02-13-2006, 09:07 PM

i am getting a free... autometer sport comp water temp gague... idk if i want to use it [doesnt match instrument panel].. but i am planning on going autometer ultra lite guages eventually, what would you recommend, i was thinking A/F, Oil Temp, and a 3rd gauge idk what though...

EVO8YOU · 02-15-2006, 09:39 AM

wideband and boost, two most important gauges

Safir · 02-16-2006, 07:00 PM

oil pressure is the single most important gauge you can have. an oil light is worthless, if it comes on it's too late.

01-25-2006, 01:20 PM	#1
WRX27 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Work Member #363 My Ride: 2004 Subaru WRX Sedan iTrader: (0)	Gauges - Oil or Fuel? Ok, so i got a really good deal on a set of gauges. Im going with Boost and Egt but need a 3rd gauge to fit in the hood. I can choose between oil or fuel pressure. Which is more important if @ all? Thanks for any recomendations in advance. Last edited by WRX27; 01-26-2006 at 02:16 PM.

01-25-2006, 01:32 PM	#2
2point4DSM Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2005 Member #505 My Ride: 08 Sienna Limited AWD, 07 John Deere riding mower, 03 Honda Pilot, 92 GSX iTrader: (0)	Fuel pressure would be better to have since your car already comes with oil pressure gauge and a low oil pressure warning light. On the other hand, it would be nice to see what fuel pressure is doing once you start playing with lots of boost and more horsepower. __________________ - Wil 08 Sienna, limited AWD w/ laser guided cruise control, FTMFW!

01-25-2006, 01:59 PM	#3
1988 Olds Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Levittown, PA Member #201 My Ride: 2012 Chevy Cruze iTrader: (0)	In your case I would also say fuel pressure for the same reasons already stated. Chances are you won't have to worry about oil pressure with your car. __________________ 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Surpeme Classic To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. Dynoed at 237hp and 292lbs at the rear wheels. Hmm ran 13.52 @ 103.42 11/10/06 1994 Hunter Green Acura Integra DB7, Stock

01-25-2006, 03:37 PM	#4
JSPECFC3S Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Glendora NJ/La Salle University (N.Philly) Member #1294 iTrader: (0)	Do u have an A/F? Go Fuel Press. between those 2. __________________ "If it breaks, you must upgrade"

01-25-2006, 03:51 PM	#5
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01-26-2006, 02:18 PM	#6
WRX27 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Work Member #363 My Ride: 2004 Subaru WRX Sedan iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the input guys!

01-26-2006, 03:07 PM	#8
sisforsurfing Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2005 Member #267 My Ride: 2003 WRX wagon iTrader: (2)	If you have the money I recommend getting a real (wideband) A/F gauge before the other stuff, even though the EGT will help with tuning too. They're not cheap though. __________________ *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.*

01-26-2006, 03:46 PM	#9
2point4DSM Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2005 Member #505 My Ride: 08 Sienna Limited AWD, 07 John Deere riding mower, 03 Honda Pilot, 92 GSX iTrader: (0)	yeah, I would definitely go with a wideband before the others. The wideband will give you a more direct idea of tune. __________________ - Wil 08 Sienna, limited AWD w/ laser guided cruise control, FTMFW!

01-27-2006, 07:16 PM	#13
hystericfox Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Clarks Summit, PA Member #1366 My Ride: Too many. iTrader: (0)	I want one. __________________ 97 TSi AWD - on-road toy 88 XJ - off road toy 06 636 - fast toy 04 WRX wagon - winter beater -RjH

01-28-2006, 01:58 PM	#14
WRX27 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Work Member #363 My Ride: 2004 Subaru WRX Sedan iTrader: (0)	Thanks again guys for the input! I will look into that. As for the 2 choices i mentioned though is the consensus Fuel?

01-29-2006, 02:18 PM	#15
WKderF Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Philadelphia Member #30 My Ride: Taste The Beast iTrader: (2)	IMHO, i would reccomend oil temperature as opposed to pressure. my logic is that with oil pressure, if the gauge shows a loss in pressure, chances are that its already too late to do something to stop the damage. however with oil temp - the temp will show you when your car is fully warmed up & ready for hard driving. The temp will also tell you if you are driving your car too hard - & when it needs to cool down a bit. as for the wideband O2 gauges, the AEM UEGO only reads down to a certain amount which if i remember correctly, is right on the edge of Subarus reccomended AFR, so the gauge will only be useable to a certain degree. if you are interested in a WB O2 gauge, i would reccomend the innovate motorsports XD1. its more expensive - but has a MUCH wider range of reading. check it out for yourself. and also ask others on this forum. I know that Karl has the AEM UEGO, and Criz has the LM1 from innovate. im sure both of them would be happy to tell you their likes & dislikes of their WBO2 gauges. Last edited by WKderF; 01-29-2006 at 02:30 PM.

01-30-2006, 12:58 AM	#16
WRX27 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Work Member #363 My Ride: 2004 Subaru WRX Sedan iTrader: (0)	Thanks! good info. Looks like i have alot to think about. Criz and Karl thoughts on what you have?

01-30-2006, 01:38 AM	#17
hystericfox Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Clarks Summit, PA Member #1366 My Ride: Too many. iTrader: (0)	I agree with WKderF about the oil temp gauge. I'm putting one in my GSX. __________________ 97 TSi AWD - on-road toy 88 XJ - off road toy 06 636 - fast toy 04 WRX wagon - winter beater -RjH

02-13-2006, 09:07 PM	#18
MrDibbs19 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Doylestown/Philadelphia, PA Member #1232 My Ride: 2006 acura rsx type s iTrader: (1)	i am getting a free... autometer sport comp water temp gague... idk if i want to use it [doesnt match instrument panel].. but i am planning on going autometer ultra lite guages eventually, what would you recommend, i was thinking A/F, Oil Temp, and a 3rd gauge idk what though... __________________ 2006 ACURA RSX-S - DCRH/Fujitsubo PowerGetter/CRSX Injen CAI/ESMM/Comptech SS/Team Voodoo Shift Knob/Retro-Solutions 5000K HIDs/Greystone 20% Tint/Defouler/Buddy Club Radiator Cap/TWM Shifter Bushings FS: 06 RSX-S Muffler PM Me!

02-15-2006, 09:39 AM	#19
EVO8YOU Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Feb 2006 Member #1457 iTrader: (0)	wideband and boost, two most important gauges __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

02-16-2006, 07:00 PM	#20
Safir Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Oct 2005 Member #940 iTrader: (0)	oil pressure is the single most important gauge you can have. an oil light is worthless, if it comes on it's too late.