boost gauge install

bmwzimmer · 03-14-2008, 01:47 PM

http://alex.digital7.com/335/boost13.jpg

Got this image from HyperM3's DIY.

Is this the best method to tap into for boost?

Potty_Pants · 03-14-2008, 02:13 PM

actually NO...

sorry man the best is to have metal clamps.

I've worked with plastic ties long enough to know sun,temp change , excessive heat will cause these to fail.

go to the hardware store and grab a couple of clamps.

ppp

adrock · 03-14-2008, 03:14 PM

I am also confused about where to tap into the boost line. I have seen other methods that use a 4 way splitter.

I wish we had a DIY that was a little more clear of how people have done this with pictures showing how they ran the tubing into the cabin.

Potty_Pants: can you show me what type of metal clamp you are talking about?

Thanks!

HyperM3 · 03-15-2008, 11:38 AM

He means like this.

I just liked zipties cus they are easy, cheap and accessible. Plus they are not supposed to last me that long since its a lease and Ill be taking it all apart within a couple years.

RiXst3r · 03-15-2008, 11:43 AM

the stock vacuum t's have no zip ties or metal ties, they are just friction fiit because of the little lip on the T... its a pain to pull those suckers off

I think duplicating the stock method of just a properly sized T is sufficient

I will be doing a DIY as I write my install instructions for my guage pod kit... (which includes everything you need)

adrock · 03-15-2008, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RiXst3r

the stock vacuum t's have no zip ties or metal ties, they are just friction fiit because of the little lip on the T... its a pain to pull those suckers off

I think duplicating the stock method of just a properly sized T is sufficient

I will be doing a DIY as I write my install instructions for my guage pod kit... (which includes everything you need)

That would be much appreciated! Cant wait for the pod kit.

Thanks!

ChaneRZ · 03-15-2008, 01:35 PM

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