Got my boost gauge installed last night
06-09-04, 11:17 AM
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Got my boost gauge installed last night
Again, you guys are probably sick of hearing about my very minor modifications, but I'm happy I managed to get something else installed and working. I ordered the black/silver autometer gauge and pod from rx7.com, had no major problems other than having to goto the parts store for some vacuum fittings. I just tapped into the ashtray light for gauge light. I'll post pics tonight, as I'll be installing my front strut tower brace tonight as well.
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06-09-04, 01:16 PM
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damn i didn't think about the ashtray light. i took my dash apart and used one of the wires running to the stock gauges. it is better to hear about your small mods than to have someone asking about which BOV sounds best or which exhaust is the loudest. 
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Originally posted by mrb63083
where did you run the vac. hose through the fire wall? i got one in too but have it ghetto through the fender until i can find a spot big enough for the vac. line to fit through.
where did you run the vac. hose through the fire wall? i got one in too but have it ghetto through the fender until i can find a spot big enough for the vac. line to fit through.
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Originally posted by JMunilla94RX7
damn i didn't think about the ashtray light. i took my dash apart and used one of the wires running to the stock gauges. it is better to hear about your small mods than to have someone asking about which BOV sounds best or which exhaust is the loudest.
damn i didn't think about the ashtray light. i took my dash apart and used one of the wires running to the stock gauges. it is better to hear about your small mods than to have someone asking about which BOV sounds best or which exhaust is the loudest.
I read about using the ashtray either on the big list or here somewhere, works like a champ.
I get tired of the BOV and exhaust questions too, as long as it works, I could care less!
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06-09-04, 02:49 PM
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As an option, just need to punch a small hole. Check out --> http://www.scuderiaciriani.com/rx7/b...e_install.html
Hope this helps.
Hope this helps.
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Originally posted by 1stand3rd
As an option, just need to punch a small hole. Check out --> http://www.scuderiaciriani.com/rx7/b...e_install.html
Hope this helps.
As an option, just need to punch a small hole. Check out --> http://www.scuderiaciriani.com/rx7/b...e_install.html
Hope this helps.
06-15-04, 11:05 AM
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Originally posted by rynberg
I wouldn't use a power washer anyway. Just get out there with some car wash, a hose, and some elbow grease....
(Gunk or other engine degreaser optional)
I wouldn't use a power washer anyway. Just get out there with some car wash, a hose, and some elbow grease....
(Gunk or other engine degreaser optional)
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Originally posted by Section8
What's the best way to protect the electrical bits? Just keep the water away or cover them with something?
What's the best way to protect the electrical bits? Just keep the water away or cover them with something?
Obviously if you have an open intake, you'll want to cover it with a plastic or something. If it makes you feel better, cover the alternator and disconnect the battery.
I wouldn't use a power washer. I also wouldn't be blasting water at full force under the UIM.
06-15-04, 11:34 AM
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Originally posted by rynberg
You don't have to protect them with anything. I hose down my engine compartment every time I wash the car. I've hosed the engine compartment down on every car I've ever owned. No problems.
Obviously if you have an open intake, you'll want to cover it with a plastic or something. If it makes you feel better, cover the alternator and disconnect the battery.
I wouldn't use a power washer. I also wouldn't be blasting water at full force under the UIM.
You don't have to protect them with anything. I hose down my engine compartment every time I wash the car. I've hosed the engine compartment down on every car I've ever owned. No problems.
Obviously if you have an open intake, you'll want to cover it with a plastic or something. If it makes you feel better, cover the alternator and disconnect the battery.
I wouldn't use a power washer. I also wouldn't be blasting water at full force under the UIM.
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Originally posted by Section8
Ok, I'll do that then. I was just concerned with shorting something out that's all. This'll have to wait until next tuesday though, I'm leaving for the USGP tomorrow
Ok, I'll do that then. I was just concerned with shorting something out that's all. This'll have to wait until next tuesday though, I'm leaving for the USGP tomorrow
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Originally posted by rynberg
Lucky bastard! Did you get the full 3-day pass so you can walk the pits? My wife and I are going to go next year.
Lucky bastard! Did you get the full 3-day pass so you can walk the pits? My wife and I are going to go next year.
Hope to get some more this year. I'll probably post a thread in the lounge with pics when I get back.
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