Need "Gauge" Advice
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From: Mexifornia
Need "Gauge" Advice
With all the trouble I've had lately I'd like to put a boost and pyro on my truck; or rather have the dealership do it since they wrench on it all the time and I want to keep it under warrenty. I already talked to them about it and they said get the stuff and they'll do it right. I remember something about drill shavings and taking something off to install a probe, so I don't want to screw it up.
I also read that if you tow a lot, and I do, you should have at least a pyrometer.
And lastly and most important:the dealer always asks me about what my boost and EGT are when I call from many miles away with a problem. When I say I don't know he says "OH, yeah I forgot, you don't have those gauges."
The truck is stock and will stay that way.
I also read that if you tow a lot, and I do, you should have at least a pyrometer.
And lastly and most important:the dealer always asks me about what my boost and EGT are when I call from many miles away with a problem. When I say I don't know he says "OH, yeah I forgot, you don't have those gauges."
The truck is stock and will stay that way.
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bczolone,
Don't worry about the shavings it's not a problem if you start the truck after the install and let it idle for 15 seconds or so! Our install info shows you how to do it as well. The guages you need are a pyro, boost and trans temp gauge. The stock trans gauge is a joke and the boost gauge can be off by as much as 4 PSI. Take a look at our site and see what "look" or style of gauges you want and go for it. We also have install harnesses that make it easier and quicker (Ford dealer by the hour) and color matching paints etc etc. If you have any questions just call.
Mark @ DPPI
Don't worry about the shavings it's not a problem if you start the truck after the install and let it idle for 15 seconds or so! Our install info shows you how to do it as well. The guages you need are a pyro, boost and trans temp gauge. The stock trans gauge is a joke and the boost gauge can be off by as much as 4 PSI. Take a look at our site and see what "look" or style of gauges you want and go for it. We also have install harnesses that make it easier and quicker (Ford dealer by the hour) and color matching paints etc etc. If you have any questions just call.
Mark @ DPPI
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From: Lowsyana
Just a thought...How is a customer to know just how accurate an aftermarket gauge is compared to the factory gauge?
For example the boost gauge...How do we know that the Aftermarket gauge is better in calibration than the one that was setup "On" the vehicle and test run at FORD. What standards is Autometer, ISS or any other gauge manfacturer building its gauges?
For example the boost gauge...How do we know that the Aftermarket gauge is better in calibration than the one that was setup "On" the vehicle and test run at FORD. What standards is Autometer, ISS or any other gauge manfacturer building its gauges?
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From: Mexifornia
Mark,
yeah I'd love to do it myself. is there somewhere I could get or read the instructions for a pyro, boost, and trans gauge install on a 2004 cc sb? ...and are there pre-made wiring harnesses?...I want to put them on the top of the dash over the radio since i use my drivers side grab handle all the time.
yeah I'd love to do it myself. is there somewhere I could get or read the instructions for a pyro, boost, and trans gauge install on a 2004 cc sb? ...and are there pre-made wiring harnesses?...I want to put them on the top of the dash over the radio since i use my drivers side grab handle all the time.
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Originally Posted by bczolone
I want to put them on the top of the dash over the radio since i use my drivers side grab handle all the time.
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Originally Posted by Skweeker
This is one reason why I haven't added any gauges. I like using the grab handle too.
Easy to see, but not in the way either. If you don't like the idea of drilling holes in the dash, you can always use adhesive tape.
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no I already drilled for my GPS but I just was trying to get some instructions to go over first before I commit to buying
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I too would like to see some install distructions.I installed the pyro in our dodge in the manifold where 3 cylinders come together.With the problems some fords seem to have with injectors would it be better to install post turbo?
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Originally Posted by onelugnut
I too would like to see some install distructions.I installed the pyro in our dodge in the manifold where 3 cylinders come together.With the problems some fords seem to have with injectors would it be better to install post turbo?
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Originally Posted by bczolone
I want to put them on the top of the dash over the radio since i use my drivers side grab handle all the time.
http://www.bd-power.com/ford/product...Gauges&tt=ford
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Originally Posted by 6L PWR
Do a forum search for Pyro install and you'll get lots of reading material. All will tell you it's best to install PRE-turbo. Out of curiosity, what difference do you think it would make to install a pyro Post-Turbo for the injectors?
pyro temp is regulated by fuel and air if a injector was acting up I would think that it would show up on the pyro.I am a noob on all this stuff
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bczolone,
No problem Auto Meter makes a mount for three that goes over the dash just on top of the radio, the gauges are angled toward the driver. You can also use the overhead mount that goes above the rearview mirror, they hold2,3 or 4 gauges. Both of these are on our site if you want to see them. Send me an email to info@dieselperformanceparts.com and I'll e mail you our install info. The pics won't come thru but you'll get the type etc!!
Mark @ DPPI
No problem Auto Meter makes a mount for three that goes over the dash just on top of the radio, the gauges are angled toward the driver. You can also use the overhead mount that goes above the rearview mirror, they hold2,3 or 4 gauges. Both of these are on our site if you want to see them. Send me an email to info@dieselperformanceparts.com and I'll e mail you our install info. The pics won't come thru but you'll get the type etc!!
Mark @ DPPI