Boost Gauge

[Sekred]

Installed a boost gauge the other day.
I was not sure where to put. I would of like it on the side pillar or on the dash but really loath to drill holes in things and glue/stick gauge pods to the dash area. In the end, I installed it in the centre console.

 

[lessard.dcj]

good job, not sure why the car doesn't come with a boost gauge like the focus.

 

[MJ1246]

Very cool um, so when looking at the boost gauge while driving...

 

[Sekred]

Very cool um, so when looking at the boost gauge while driving...

Yes, that was a consideration. Looking down while driving is not ideal.
To counteract that problem to some degree, I have mounted the gauge on a angle so at WOT and max boost (around 21 psi) the gauge needle is vertical requiring just a quick glance down.

 

[MKVIIST]

Can you post a close-up image?

I was thinking about eventually getting a boost gauge as well and was considering putting one on the a-pillar.

 

[Sekred]

Can you post a close-up image?

I was thinking about eventually getting a boost gauge as well and was considering putting one on the a-pillar.

Close enough?

 

[MKVIIST]

Yeah thanks, man that looks really clean. Were you able to tap into the existing wires to power the gauge or run your own from the battery?

 

[Sekred]

I have not wired it up yet but my intension is to connect directly to the OEM instrument dimmer control . I just need to have a close look so I can work out how the dimmer switch comes out of the dash.

 

[MKVIIST]

Maybe this might help if you decide to tap into the radios wiring:

2011 Ford Fiesta Car Stereo Wiring Diagram

Car Radio Battery Constant 12v+ Wire: Yellow/Red
Car Radio Accessory Switched 12v+ Wire: Brown/White
Car Radio Ground Wire: Black/Blue
Car Radio Illumination Wire: Blue
Car Stereo Dimmer Wire: N/A
Car Stereo Power Antenna Trigger Wire: N/A
Car Stereo Amp Trigger Wire: N/A
Car Stereo Amplifier Location: N/A
Car Audio Front Speakers Size: N/A
Car Audio Front Speakers Location: N/A
Left Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): White
Left Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): White/Brown
Right Front Speaker Positive Wire (+): White/Violet
Right Front Speaker Negative Wire (-): White/Orange
Car Audio Rear Speakers Size: N/A
Car Audio Rear Speakers Location: N/A
Left Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): White/Green
Left Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Brown/Yellow
Right Rear Speaker Positive Wire (+): Brown/White
Right Rear Speaker Negative Wire (-): Brown/Blue

 

[Sekred]

Thanks MKVIIST, I may need to use that info. Dimmer switch is a no-go. Dash module uses its own electronic control unit, can't just add a gauge.

 

[Sekred]

I change the gauge mounting background because the satin black paint was marking very easily.



This is where I picked up the boost and vacuum signal for the gauge. I tee into the only fitting I could find on the intake manifold just above the throttle body.

 

[MKVIIST]

I love it!

 

[Sekred]

Thanks MK, I'm slow but methodical most of the time. Sometimes I lose my patience and stuff things but.

 

[Sekred]

Well I moved my boost gauge, and broke my rule of not drilling holes in plastic panels.
The job turned out bigger that Ben-Hur towards the end with lots of frustrations. To make matters worst still, I damaged the boost gauge and will have to replace it.

 

[keeptheheat1]

Sorry to hear about that.. :/

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[Harvick]

How did you mount the gauge to the door panel?

 

[Sekred]

How did you mount the gauge to the door panel?

PVC plumbers pipe, 50mm 90 degree elbow. I sanded and painted it. It has another piece cross it plastic attached inside across the bore and bolted to the door panel.

 

[MKVIIST]

That came out really good Sekred, I don't know if I can put a big hole in my door just yet lol.

 

[STooge]

Hahaha true man. Scary!!!

 

[Sekred]

That came out really good Sekred, I don't know if I can put a big hole in my door just yet lol.

Thanks, big hole?, 2 holes actually, 1/2 and 1/4. Sometimes I make decisions and just stick with it. The difference in colour is exaggerated by the camera.
The gauge is a heap easier to see when your driving, just a quick glance to the right.