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Old Jan 21, 2004 | 03:48 PM
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3 bar map sensor questions

okay, i know most people use the gm map sensor for higher boost apps. i found a place that sells the denso unit that comes with the a'pexi boost controller kit for $149. the gm sensor usually runs anywhere from $75-100. i really don't want to have to worry about mounting a different sensor and splicing the wires to make it work when i can have the ease of plug-n-play.

i was just wondering what you guys would do. also, if you use the gm sensor, where can i get it and the plug? and what are the part numbers?

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Old Jan 21, 2004 | 05:36 PM
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paying $50-$75 MORE just to save the 5 minutes of labor (splicing wires) on you end is a little rediculious. i would have to look up the part number on it as i dont remember off my head.
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Old Jan 21, 2004 | 06:15 PM
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i'm just a sucker for simplicity. i don't mind the wiring and such, but i always end up getting different part numbers for the gm sensor and noone will tell me what connector i need, or what wires go where, etc. at least if i got the denso unit, i'd know it worked and there's nothing to screw up
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Old Jan 21, 2004 | 07:48 PM
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Dont know the part number but you can buy the GM sensor directly from the RX7store....

http://66.216.67.51/product.asp?0=208&1=297&3=779

BTW - Can you post or pm me the info on where you found the Denso sensor?

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Old Jan 21, 2004 | 08:55 PM
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screw it, it's only $50 and i don't have to worry about it. plus i trust denso more than i do GM! lol

shane racing told me they had them in stock for $149 or $159, can't remember which one. pretty sure it was $149 tho. you'll have to call. i got the number at www.srmotorsports.com
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Old Jan 21, 2004 | 09:30 PM
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Didn't we already have this conversation?

Learn how to splice some damn wires man. It's not a BIG DEAL.

You use a soldering gun and you solder two wires together. It is functionally not different.

You trust Denso more than GM to make a simple pressure sensor. How's that for bunk?
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Old Jan 21, 2004 | 11:07 PM
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yes, i understand how to solder, i know it's not hard. but it's not worth me soldering the wrong **** and potentially messing something up. and yes, i do trust denso more. i've never had any good luck with anything GM
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Old Jan 21, 2004 | 11:30 PM
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okay, i have an electronic autometer boost gauge that i was trying to sell for $100. i got to thinking that the map sensor from it might work. it read up to 25psi and 30in of vacuum. i could just cut off the harness that was included and have the right connector. it looks identical to every pic of the gm sensor i've seen. i just don't know if it's a 3 bar or not. it's obviously more than a 2 bar or it wouldn't be able to read to 25 psi. does anyone know if it will work?

here's a pic
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Old Jan 21, 2004 | 11:34 PM
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It's a completely irrational argument and fear, spoolin'.

The GM sensor is f'ing fine.

You've been conditioned to think JDM is better and not fabricating is better. Trust me, that's not how to reach the goals.

I really don't understand what the big deal is here. How do you plan on messing up the wiring on a THREE wire sensor.

Here, I'll help you out, from right to left on the engine-side:

BR/W
B/LG
G/Y
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Old Jan 22, 2004 | 12:08 AM
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I remember buying my Denso unit for $120. After that, select option 1 on the PFC.
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Old Jan 22, 2004 | 12:42 AM
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Originally posted by jspecracer7
I remember buying my Denso unit for $120. After that, select option 1 on the PFC.
where did you get it from? i need to order one by tomorrow sometime. if not, i might try to use the one i got
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Old Jan 22, 2004 | 10:59 AM
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I bought the apexi 3 bar for 68...shipped.
John
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Old Jan 22, 2004 | 11:33 AM
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I bought the apexi 3 bar for 68...shipped.
John

Where at? i keep hearing of people getting them really cheap, but for some reason can never tell me where. please let me know
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Old Jan 22, 2004 | 06:36 PM
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Help guys i would like also to buy a 3 bar map sensor for my FD . But whoice one ? GM , Denso , or Apexi ?
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Old Jan 22, 2004 | 06:39 PM
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a'pexi is the denso
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