[XS222]

does anyone have experience with the TMS or ECS boost gauge?? Accurate? Easy to install? Look good?

I like the location of it, but I'm not sure about how the HVAC affects it...I would think that since it sits in the vent, the hot/cold air would affect the gauge itself and the internal components as far as thermal expansion and what not. Granted, i realize the changes are so small it could be negligible, but I was just curious...

for reference:
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/html...CT_ID=BOOST335

while you're here...any other suggestions for a boost gauge? i'm not a fan of the rixxster vent gauge - i don't like the location of it tucked away in the corner.

thanks all

[._.]

Based on the price of the BMW specific gauges and placement I am leaning towards a digital boost gauge in a simple gauge pod mounted to the steering column. Oriented in such a way it does not block any of the cluster.

[XS222]

Originally Posted by r45t4m4n

Based on the price of the BMW specific gauges and placement I am leaning towards a digital boost gauge in a simple gauge pod mounted to the steering column. Oriented in such a way it does not block any of the cluster.

I've been searching and the only one i found that won't block the cluster is the BMS gauge, but i dont have a JB3 (yet).

[XS222]

bueller.....bueller......bueller.......

[WCM3]

I think the gauge is too new that not many people have bought it yet. I was looking at all the 335i gauge options and that one is by far my favorite for the boost gauge. The ATI pod is a close second but I figure eventually I might need to use those 2 gauge pods for other gauges.

I'll piggyback off this too. Does anyone know if you definitely need a boost gauge if you run either the JB3 or V4? I want to get a tune, but I don't know if I need a $300 gauge setup or not.

[dtp3347]

Idk to me it just looks kinda cheap :/ i would do what i did and get a digital boost gauge and mount it in the center console

[Sniz]

Originally Posted by WCM3

I think the gauge is too new that not many people have bought it yet. I was looking at all the 335i gauge options and that one is by far my favorite for the boost gauge. The ATI pod is a close second but I figure eventually I might need to use those 2 gauge pods for other gauges.

I'll piggyback off this too. Does anyone know if you definitely need a boost gauge if you run either the JB3 or V4? I want to get a tune, but I don't know if I need a $300 gauge setup or not.

you dont NEED a boost gauge, but I would highly recommend it.

you as a old BMW turbo guy should know that.

[Sniz]

Originally Posted by dtp3347

Idk to me it just looks kinda cheap :/ i would do what i did and get a digital boost gauge and mount it in the center console

why so you cant look at it while driving?

[UberClean]

I would go with the rixster, I love mine, and when I install JB3 the map switch on the fly is gonna be sweet

[Dr_Dirt]

dang thats pricey

[dtp3347]

Originally Posted by Sniz

why so you cant look at it while driving?

I dont tend to stare at my boost gauge. I really just have it there for when I am testing a new map and to occasionally make sure nothing is wrong with my car. I kinda thought that was what the point was? (not trying to be a dick)

[mwahlert]

i bought the omori gauge (the ecs gauge is a rebranded omori - i assume the turner one is as well) from wheeldude... was going to play with some mounting options - but now will buy the vent mount from ecs tuning....

[mwahlert]

i wish they made this mount for the left hand side like where the rix gauge goes

[WCM3]

Originally Posted by Sniz

you dont NEED a boost gauge, but I would highly recommend it.

you as a old BMW turbo guy should know that.

haha..well it's one thing when you are turbocharging a n/a car, but people on here make it sound like when you run a JB3 or V4, the boost is safe and it doesn't need to be checked.

And usually my first mod to a turbo car is a boost gauge (my 300zx, s/c m3, and turbo m3) but for some reason I thought the 335i was better than that.

[NiVeDh]

I got the Rixster P3 vent gauge over the TMS because it looks a lot better and has more features. I did consider the TMS though.

[ianthegreat]

imo.

fugly.

[WCM3]

Originally Posted by NiVeDh

I got the Rixster P3 vent gauge over the TMS because it looks a lot better and has more features. I did consider the TMS though.

See I'm hesitant to get a digital gauge. I know it looks quite pretty but at the same time it's easier watching a needle overboost then noticing numbers go over your target psi.

Plus it's pretty low and to the left. I think it would have been cool if they used their first gauge bezel that tucks up by the A pillar. I know some consider A pillar gauges ricey, but they are the best location hands down. I know in our cars it's difficult because of the air bag location so

[XS222]

Originally Posted by dtp3347

Idk to me it just looks kinda cheap :/ i would do what i did and get a digital boost gauge and mount it in the center console

details/ pictures of the setup??

I'd like to put a boost gauge into the ashtray, but I love using it for putting change into.


i love the rixster, but i cant imagine it being easy to read on that side of the wheel...but then again, thats what the peak recall is for, right?

[XS222]

Originally Posted by WCM3

See I'm hesitant to get a digital gauge. I know it looks quite pretty but at the same time it's easier watching a needle overboost then noticing numbers go over your target psi.

x2

[dtp3347]

Originally Posted by XS222

details/ pictures of the setup??

I'd like to put a boost gauge into the ashtray, but I love using it for putting change into.


i love the rixster, but i cant imagine it being easy to read on that side of the wheel...but then again, thats what the peak recall is for, right?

Here is my thread on the setup i made. The switch is a little over the top but i like it that way

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=355159

[XS222]

Originally Posted by dtp3347

Here is my thread on the setup i made. The switch is a little over the top but i like it that way

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=355159

awesome! i saw that one actually..im a big fan.

and the switch is sick...over the top? hell no...go big or go home

[wazup773]

I have the ECS tunning one and let me tell you its pretty damn nice. It blends in perfect looks oem. The install was pretty straight foward, but it is a pain in the butt to take out the heat/ac controls, and the vent itself. The wiring was easy because one you get the radio and ac/heat controls its just running the wires to the cigarette lighter and the hose/senor from the engine.