Some good pics of my Defi Gauge/Techedge Wideband interior setup
07-07-05, 07:17 PM
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Some good pics of my Defi Gauge/Techedge Wideband interior setup
Here are some better pics, both at night and during the day. I really like the gauges alot---I went with the Link II (vs the BF) because I wanted to have boost in psi in a 60mm gauge. I really like the placement of the gauges and wideband box, b/c I can easily see them at all times while taking my eyes off of the road for a minimal amount of time. Also, having a clean a-pillar free of gauges makes for a more pleasurable driving experience 
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07-07-05, 07:21 PM
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a shot from further back. you can see the placement of the control box and also the yummy titanium voodoo shift **** that Gordon Monsen used to run in his old FD.
07-07-05, 07:23 PM
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07-07-05, 07:26 PM
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Here you can see the armrest/coinholder from the japanese FD that I purchased from my friends Chris and Ari over at www.rx7.com. It was an ebay impulse purchase back when I was deployed overseas to Baghdad, but it really makes for a more comfortable driving experience 
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07-07-05, 08:24 PM
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Originally Posted by rynberg
Looking good, Rich! The Defis were just made to go in Frank's pods weren't they?
07-07-05, 08:37 PM
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looks great Rich... always nice to see folks who take care of their FD's. Very nice interior. I also just got my armrest/coinholder... there's no dent in it yet like you have on yours. That just means you're really shifting!!!
07-07-05, 09:27 PM
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Originally Posted by CCarlisi
Like a Doberman going into a toy poodle! Trust me, it took a lot of coaxing to get them to fit.
07-08-05, 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by CCarlisi
Like a Doberman going into a toy poodle! Trust me, it took a lot of coaxing to get them to fit.
Tyler, the gauges were a bit of a bitch to get into the pods. To all attempting this install in the future, I recommend inspecting the inner diameter of the pod for any casting flash and also to look for the small retainer rivet heads that may be poking up a bit.....sanding all of that smooth and flush will make for a much easier install
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07-08-05, 08:51 AM
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Rich, it looks great, albeit a little too busy for my taste. But I'm sure it's extremely functional.
Once quick comment: I noticed that it looks like you use a radar detector mounted high in the windshield, with the cord strecthing to the cig lighter. From the looks of the cord, it appears that you're running an Escort 8500 or something similar (correct me if I'm wrong). Most of those use a standard telephone cord connection. I would recommend that you purchase a telephone extension, and run it under the head liner, down the passenger a-pillar, and underneath the dash. It'll provide for a much cleaner install without the cord getting in your way. Just my $0.02
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Once quick comment: I noticed that it looks like you use a radar detector mounted high in the windshield, with the cord strecthing to the cig lighter. From the looks of the cord, it appears that you're running an Escort 8500 or something similar (correct me if I'm wrong). Most of those use a standard telephone cord connection. I would recommend that you purchase a telephone extension, and run it under the head liner, down the passenger a-pillar, and underneath the dash. It'll provide for a much cleaner install without the cord getting in your way. Just my $0.02
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07-08-05, 09:27 AM
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Looks like the inside of Jackie Chan's Subie at night 
...but his car was cooler because it had radar and a rocket engine
...but his car was cooler because it had radar and a rocket engine
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07-08-05, 05:42 PM
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Originally Posted by saxyman990
Rich, it looks great, albeit a little too busy for my taste. But I'm sure it's extremely functional.
Once quick comment: I noticed that it looks like you use a radar detector mounted high in the windshield, with the cord strecthing to the cig lighter. From the looks of the cord, it appears that you're running an Escort 8500 or something similar (correct me if I'm wrong). Most of those use a standard telephone cord connection. I would recommend that you purchase a telephone extension, and run it under the head liner, down the passenger a-pillar, and underneath the dash. It'll provide for a much cleaner install without the cord getting in your way. Just my $0.02
-Rob
Once quick comment: I noticed that it looks like you use a radar detector mounted high in the windshield, with the cord strecthing to the cig lighter. From the looks of the cord, it appears that you're running an Escort 8500 or something similar (correct me if I'm wrong). Most of those use a standard telephone cord connection. I would recommend that you purchase a telephone extension, and run it under the head liner, down the passenger a-pillar, and underneath the dash. It'll provide for a much cleaner install without the cord getting in your way. Just my $0.02
-Rob
I agree with you----it is a bit busy, but very functional. As we all know, with a highly tuned turbo rotary all of that is necessary (diagnostics).
Re: the detector mounting, it is on my list of things to do. My father did exactly what you describe in his R1 with his V1 detector, and I will follow suit eventually
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07-08-05, 05:43 PM
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Originally Posted by DamonB
Looks like the inside of Jackie Chan's Subie at night
...but his car was cooler because it had radar and a rocket engine
...but his car was cooler because it had radar and a rocket engine
.Translation of Damon's post: Man Rich your FD looks nice. I wish you'd come back out to Texas so I can use your AAA Flatbed again
07-08-05, 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by jdhuegel1
Very nice and clean.
07-08-05, 10:14 PM
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Originally Posted by rynberg
Really? My Defi Link 52mm gauges dropped right in with no issues whatsoever. Perhaps a problem limited to the 60mm size?
Rich, how many attachment spring-clips did your pod come with? Mine has 2, but I thought I saw one with 4 not too long ago. And by the way:
, you big showoff.
07-08-05, 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by amp
tech mounting looks unsecure... velcro perhaps....
id consider repositionin it if you ever plan on runnin her at the track...
triple defis looks good...
id consider repositionin it if you ever plan on runnin her at the track...
triple defis looks good...
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