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I bought the New South Performance one off Parts4Euro. It came with instructions and I did it myself, though it wasn't the easiest task in the world. Had to pull out bits of dash, respray the new and existing halves of the steering column etc. The new fibreglass steering column cover was hard to fit and isn't the best quality The gauge matched the existing gauges though so it blends well. There are other gauges that fit in the air vent though. Many options really. Just have a look on the different tuning websites. -
You may also need a tap to take pressure from, and there are a few on the market. Sometimes a suitable fitting comes with the gauge, and if not I have one option available:
Mk5 MK6 Boost Gauge Tap Golf GTI R FSI line pipe T adaptorLast edited by Greg Roles; 11-04-2011, 02:52 PM.2014 Skoda Yeti TDI Outdoor 4x4 | Audi Q3 CFGC repower | Darkside tune and Race Cams | Darkside dump pDPF | Wagner Comp IC | Snow Water Meth | Bilstein B6 H&R springs | Rays Homura 2x7 18 x 8" 255 Potenza Sports | Golf R subframe | Superpro sways and bushings | 034 engine mounts | MK6 GTI brakes |Comment
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What about one of these Pivot boost gauges that fits in the air vent? It plugs into the OBD connector and can also display oil or coolant temperatures.
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That is VERY cool...2014 Skoda Yeti TDI Outdoor 4x4 | Audi Q3 CFGC repower | Darkside tune and Race Cams | Darkside dump pDPF | Wagner Comp IC | Snow Water Meth | Bilstein B6 H&R springs | Rays Homura 2x7 18 x 8" 255 Potenza Sports | Golf R subframe | Superpro sways and bushings | 034 engine mounts | MK6 GTI brakes |Comment
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Indeed but very pricey too. Also the readings are -100 to +200. That would work with water and oil temps well but it means boost levels are shows in KPa rather than the common PSI.Originally posted by Greg Roles View PostLast edited by poyta; 12-04-2011, 10:49 AM.2007 Black Magic VW Golf GT TDi, Latte Leather, Sunroof, Bluefin Superchip, 18" Detroits, APR lower torque arm insert, APR Carbon Fibre Cold Air Intake system, GTi sideskirts & front lip, R32 Rear Bar, GTi Steering wheel, RNS-510,Infinity BassLink Subwoofer,stubby antenna, R8 Oil Cap, Golf R front calipers, slotted front rotors, ceramic brake pads, LITEC LED tail-lights, Dension Gateway Five, Rear Emblem Reverse Camera, H&R Ultralow coil-overs, Badge-less front grilleComment
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and it wont work if you have a chip tune.. according to that site anyway.Originally posted by poyta View Post
I recommend the Newsouth gauge. I have one and has performed flawlessly._
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What did they sting you for that? My boost gauge came from Speedhut, and they custom make it to your needs in the USA, was about $250 delivered from memory back when the dollar was 80cents US. Very nice unit, and you can set the bezel / lights up however you want. Is on the expensive end of things though...I have basic VDO ones cheap!2014 Skoda Yeti TDI Outdoor 4x4 | Audi Q3 CFGC repower | Darkside tune and Race Cams | Darkside dump pDPF | Wagner Comp IC | Snow Water Meth | Bilstein B6 H&R springs | Rays Homura 2x7 18 x 8" 255 Potenza Sports | Golf R subframe | Superpro sways and bushings | 034 engine mounts | MK6 GTI brakes |Comment
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No I think it says it you use a different ECU or a piggyback of some kind - a chip tune still uses the original ECU.Originally posted by NabzGTI View Post2007 Black Magic VW Golf GT TDi, Latte Leather, Sunroof, Bluefin Superchip, 18" Detroits, APR lower torque arm insert, APR Carbon Fibre Cold Air Intake system, GTi sideskirts & front lip, R32 Rear Bar, GTi Steering wheel, RNS-510,Infinity BassLink Subwoofer,stubby antenna, R8 Oil Cap, Golf R front calipers, slotted front rotors, ceramic brake pads, LITEC LED tail-lights, Dension Gateway Five, Rear Emblem Reverse Camera, H&R Ultralow coil-overs, Badge-less front grilleComment
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I stand corrected. I'm at work so couldnt read through it properly lolOriginally posted by poyta View Post_
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When you go for your GIAC flash to Lucas ask him to install this one for you. I have it and it looks OEM perfect...
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That looks great. Is that in the door side vent ? I wonder how much it would cost for installation of just the gauge? I already have an APR flashOriginally posted by DeanCorp View PostComment
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Get this...
P3Cars.com // VW MK5 Digital Interface
No need for boost hoses as it connects to the ODB port and it provides 0-100 timings too.
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Yes door side vent. Lucas sells for $295 installed.Originally posted by Jaap74 View PostGenuine VW Parts Importer | Navigation | Bluetooth |sigpicRepairs | Lighting | Coding | Programming |CamerasComment
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