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03-04-2012, 08:37 AM | #24 |
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I know this is the ///M section but as others will no doubt read it I thought I should add this:
If you have an N55 Engine and are using the Digital Boost reading instead of the Vacuum Tap AND you have a JB3/JB4 then you have to go through the firewall and tap the MAF Sensor on the JB Harness to get actual boost. You then set the Gauge to A.N55. This only adds bout 6 minutes to the install though... Also: I love my P3.... |
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03-04-2012, 09:10 AM | #26 | |
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@ PPK providing actual power. |
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03-04-2012, 10:17 AM | #27 |
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I'm away from a Pc right now so can't get a good look at the install pics. Does the gauge have to be disconnected in order to access the OBD plug (i.e. for services, repairs, etc)?
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03-04-2012, 10:25 AM | #28 | |
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I left mine in for service...but i told my SA that if they needed to access the OBD2 port, to just unplug it. All you have to do is unplug the OBD connector and the gauge turns off. |
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03-04-2012, 12:15 PM | #30 | |
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My understanding is this is no longer possible with the v2.1 (and/or possibly not recommended by RiXst3r/P3). As a result, I didn't look into it any further. |
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03-04-2012, 01:31 PM | #31 |
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No worries, I was mostly just curious if it used a pass through connector or not. It's still a really nice looking gauge and is on my list right behind the N55 mid-pipes
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03-04-2012, 10:38 PM | #33 |
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Does it come with instructions? I've done my own installs on previous cars, but I find there's a lack of information on how to take our cars apart lol. Then again, I've only been on the platform for 1.5 months...
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03-04-2012, 10:55 PM | #34 |
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Yeah is on their site and it only takes like 30 min to do
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03-05-2012, 08:30 AM | #35 | |
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Things that you can do something about. Things that affect your driving style. Boost? Sure, if you installed a non-OEM turbo, I can see where you want to monitor it, if for nothing else, just to help you sleep at night knowing that it's still working. But a factory turbo, one that is supposed to be transparent? What can you do about it? Why is it crucial to know what boost number you're running while driving? It's like monitoring the battery voltage. Some older cars used to come with that guage. Why did they stop? Yeah, nice to know, but what do you do about it while driving? Like I said, for a hundred bucks, maybe. It's something to watch for entertainment. But $500? No, thank you. I'm not that OCD. Yes, PPK provides real power. A lot more than changing exhaust and cone filters. And without affecting fuel consumption nor emissions to boot. |
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03-05-2012, 09:01 AM | #36 | |
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The other parameters you mentioned worth monitoring are also displayable through this gauge as well.
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03-05-2012, 09:07 AM | #37 | |
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Monitoring boost levels is crucial even with OEM turbos. I have my 135i modified and I can easily tell if I am hitting my boost targets and/or if I have a boost leak/vacuum leak. If I suspect there is a problem, I can easily check on it to fix the issue. I can also monitor ignition timing in real time which lets me know if timing is being pulled during a pull. This can be due to bad gas or other factors, but the fact is that it will let me know if my car is running optimal or not. It also has a built in code reader so that whenever a check engine light appears, you will know exactly why it threw a code instead of taking it in at a BMW dealership and having them pull the code for you and maybe charging a diagnostic fee lol. Intake air temperatures and exhaust gas temperatures are important parameters to monitor when you are modified as you don't want those temps to be too high. Obviously all of this may not be important to somebody else, that is why a cheaper version exists. But for me, it is a very handy tool which lets me monitor parameters that I find very important in how my car is running. PPK adds what, 15-20hp? Yeah I made that much just from switching downpipes lol. It didn't affect my fuel consumption unless its my right foot doing the work. |
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03-05-2012, 10:56 AM | #38 | |
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03-07-2012, 08:21 PM | #39 |
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Shit, my 1992 Volvo wagon had a boost gauge...
I'm honestly stunned that the 1M doesn't have a monitoring system similar to Nissan's GT-R built into iDrive... |
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