[s-cars] Plumbing for boost gauge

Lee Levitt lee at wheelman.com
Wed Jul 3 09:54:29 EDT 2002


Peter writes:

> I'm in the process of running the 1/8" tubing from a 'T' off the stock
> pressure tube at the ECU.  Would someone who's BTDT care to comment on the
> need for a clamp of some sort at these tubing connections?  They are not
> that easy to get to and I don't want them to be blowing off when
> I'm at max.
> boost.  If they do need a clamp, what have people used that works?
>
> Also, I am planning to tap into power from the driver's footwell area.  I
> need a switched 12v and a ground.  Any guidance will be appreciated.  TIA
>

Hmm. Talk about timing. I'm in the process of reorganizing my gauges
too...I'm replacing the voltmeter with an OE oil pressure gauge from an S4,
and plan to install a VDO boost gauge and voltmeter somewhere else...perhaps
where the ashtray currently resides.

Where are you putting your boost gauge?

Lee





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