Defi BF boost gauge install - Page 3

Nixlimited · 06-09-2005, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoricuaSTi

Yeah, thats a different way to go too, I can always add that to my how-to and show people how to do it... Its pretty easy actually...

The VERY best way to get the gauges to dance right is to find the power source of the gauge cluster and do it from there... I haven't had a day that I felt lazy enough to whip out the multi-tester and find that wire. If I do, Ill make sure to add that in there too, that would make the install perfect.

Will I get a free upgrade?

***wdb*** · 06-09-2005, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoricuaSTi

The VERY best way to get the gauges to dance right is to find the power source of the gauge cluster and do it from there...

That's really not necessary. The main cluster fires up when the key goes to the "on" position. Any wire at all that gets 12V with the key at that switch position and does NOT get 12V with the key in the "accessory" position will do just fine. If I could have found one in the area behind the radio I would have used it, but there were none that fit the bill.

Cheers!

MeoW71 · 06-11-2005, 01:45 AM

I plan on using a fuse tap for the gauge illumination on the fuse panel. Only comes on when in the IGN position and doesn't lose power when you turn the key.

***iTSTi*** · 06-11-2005, 05:16 PM

How long did it take you to install just the boost??

**Digitalfiend** · 06-11-2005, 07:58 PM

Does any one have a picture of which line to splice with the Defi-supplied T-connector? I read in Nix's how-to guide that you can't use the BPV vacuum line due to the supplied T-connector being too small. Also, what gauge of wire do you need to extend the control unit's wires? (I really should just open the bloody box sitting beside me! hehe)

Thanks.

**Digitalfiend** · 06-12-2005, 06:22 PM

Anyone? ^^^

BoricuaSTi · 06-13-2005, 03:36 PM

hahaha

look at the how to I made... its got a picture of a line that works for the install.. its what I had to use for Nix's install.

As far as extending the wire... 16 gauge should be fine.

Just the boost gauge install? Well, it all depends on how much of a hurry you are, how savvy you are with installs, and how complicated is the location you want to install it to. if its just the column... I dono.. I suppose I could bust one out in about 1 hour.

I took a while to do Nixlimited's because 1. I took my sweet time 2. I spent forever TRYING to remove his oil filter 3. Its someone else's car.. so I alwways take it nice and slow.

Watch out for a edited version of the write up soon with the IGN wire instead of the ACC wire... it should be a fairly easy change especially in my car since I wired my car from the fuse box area.

vermilion · 06-13-2005, 04:17 PM

Me and a buddy are gonna tap into the IGN when we install mine.

**Digitalfiend** · 06-13-2005, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoricuaSTi

hahaha

look at the how to I made... its got a picture of a line that works for the install.. its what I had to use for Nix's install.

That was the first thing I did but I couldn't really tell where the T connector was in the pic. I'll look again, thanks.

**Digitalfiend** · 06-13-2005, 05:04 PM

OK the reason I didn't notice the T-connector picture is because you can't enlarge it in your how-to:

This picture:
http://homepage.mac.com/jsalicru/.Pi...tall%20024.jpg

...can't be enlarged by clicking on it in the guide.

Nixlimited · 06-13-2005, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoricuaSTi

hahaha

look at the how to I made... its got a picture of a line that works for the install.. its what I had to use for Nix's install.

As far as extending the wire... 16 gauge should be fine.

Just the boost gauge install? Well, it all depends on how much of a hurry you are, how savvy you are with installs, and how complicated is the location you want to install it to. if its just the column... I dono.. I suppose I could bust one out in about 1 hour.

I took a while to do Nixlimited's because 1. I took my sweet time 2. I spent forever TRYING to remove his oil filter 3. Its someone else's car.. so I alwways take it nice and slow.

Watch out for a edited version of the write up soon with the IGN wire instead of the ACC wire... it should be a fairly easy change especially in my car since I wired my car from the fuse box area.

His sweet ass time equaled my perfect install

You need to update with the video and final shot that I sent you as well.

shftat6 · 06-13-2005, 08:44 PM

Is the t connector near the turbo? I'm not sure if I an seeing it?

BoricuaSTi · 06-13-2005, 10:29 PM

yeah, it is... here's a big picture of it.. Use a zip tie on it because its doesn't have a nipple on the intake manifold.

grenade · 08-03-2005, 11:56 PM

when i installed my defi boost gauge, i also ran into the t connector issue. i was able to find a spot to tap in (different from the spot in the pic).

does anyone know if not following the instructions in the manual regarding where to tap in matters? the instructions say to tap it off the by-pass valve, but apparently not everyone does this (at least i didn't, and neither did this instalation). my gauge reads pretty accurate, and i haven't read any complaints from the owner of the car in the pic.

what do u guys think? i hope i'm not hikacking the thread...seems like the thread is headed in this direction.

***gixxer6*** · 08-04-2005, 04:11 AM

i come off the bypass valve since that's where my factory boost gauge was installed i just used the factory t

06-13-2005, 03:36 PM	#37
BoricuaSTi Spec C Club Car: Cars... Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 1,042 Join Date: Jun 2004 Trader Rating: (1)	hahaha look at the how to I made... its got a picture of a line that works for the install.. its what I had to use for Nix's install. As far as extending the wire... 16 gauge should be fine. Just the boost gauge install? Well, it all depends on how much of a hurry you are, how savvy you are with installs, and how complicated is the location you want to install it to. if its just the column... I dono.. I suppose I could bust one out in about 1 hour. I took a while to do Nixlimited's because 1. I took my sweet time 2. I spent forever TRYING to remove his oil filter 3. Its someone else's car.. so I alwways take it nice and slow. Watch out for a edited version of the write up soon with the IGN wire instead of the ACC wire... it should be a fairly easy change especially in my car since I wired my car from the fuse box area. Last edited by BoricuaSTi : 06-13-2005 at 03:55 PM.

08-04-2005, 04:11 AM	#45
*gixxer6* sponge worthy Location: Mountains of NC Posts: 1,580 Join Date: Oct 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	i come off the bypass valve since that's where my factory boost gauge was installed i just used the factory t This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

06-11-2005, 01:45 AM	#33
MeoW71 Professional STI Racer Car: 05 STi Location: Germany Posts: 694 Join Date: Apr 2004 Trader Rating: (1)	I plan on using a fuse tap for the gauge illumination on the fuse panel. Only comes on when in the IGN position and doesn't lose power when you turn the key.

06-11-2005, 05:16 PM	#34
*iTSTi* Platinum Member Car: 2006 Subaru Fav Mod: JDM "Baby In Car" Location: NJ Posts: 873 Join Date: Mar 2005 Trader Rating: (6)	How long did it take you to install just the boost??

06-11-2005, 07:58 PM	#35
Digitalfiend Super Moderator Car: 08 DGM STI Fav Mod: My wife :) Location: Brooklin, Ontario Posts: 5,391 Join Date: Oct 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	Does any one have a picture of which line to splice with the Defi-supplied T-connector? I read in Nix's how-to guide that you can't use the BPV vacuum line due to the supplied T-connector being too small. Also, what gauge of wire do you need to extend the control unit's wires? (I really should just open the bloody box sitting beside me! hehe) Thanks.

06-12-2005, 06:22 PM	#36
Digitalfiend Super Moderator Car: 08 DGM STI Fav Mod: My wife :) Location: Brooklin, Ontario Posts: 5,391 Join Date: Oct 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	Anyone? ^^^

06-13-2005, 04:17 PM	#38
vermilion Professional STI Racer Location: Mississippi Posts: 730 Join Date: Aug 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Me and a buddy are gonna tap into the IGN when we install mine.

06-13-2005, 05:04 PM	#40
Digitalfiend Super Moderator Car: 08 DGM STI Fav Mod: My wife :) Location: Brooklin, Ontario Posts: 5,391 Join Date: Oct 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	OK the reason I didn't notice the T-connector picture is because you can't enlarge it in your how-to: This picture: http://homepage.mac.com/jsalicru/.Pi...tall%20024.jpg ...can't be enlarged by clicking on it in the guide.

06-13-2005, 08:44 PM	#42
shftat6 Spec C Club Car: 04 Focus SVT Location: Clermont, FL Posts: 1,473 Join Date: Apr 2005 Trader Rating: (1)	Is the t connector near the turbo? I'm not sure if I an seeing it?

06-13-2005, 10:29 PM	#43
BoricuaSTi Spec C Club Car: Cars... Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 1,042 Join Date: Jun 2004 Trader Rating: (1)	yeah, it is... here's a big picture of it.. Use a zip tie on it because its doesn't have a nipple on the intake manifold.

08-03-2005, 11:56 PM	#44
grenade Junior STI Driver Posts: 142 Join Date: Nov 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	when i installed my defi boost gauge, i also ran into the t connector issue. i was able to find a spot to tap in (different from the spot in the pic). does anyone know if not following the instructions in the manual regarding where to tap in matters? the instructions say to tap it off the by-pass valve, but apparently not everyone does this (at least i didn't, and neither did this instalation). my gauge reads pretty accurate, and i haven't read any complaints from the owner of the car in the pic. what do u guys think? i hope i'm not hikacking the thread...seems like the thread is headed in this direction.