RiXeffects Vent Gauge / Map switcher - Full Review

cn555ic · 10-11-2008, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by alextremo

Has anyone been able to test the map switching with procede v3? Does the unit come with the connections required for this today, or is this a potential future enhancement?

they are currently working with the V3 for the functionality of map switching....I am sure it should not be a problem.

RiXst3r · 10-11-2008, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by alextremo

Has anyone been able to test the map switching with procede v3? Does the unit come with the connections required for this today, or is this a potential future enhancement?

I will be testing procede v3 map switching tomorrow... had to find a local car with v3. For some reason most everyone around me has jb3's

-Rick

e90AW335i · 10-11-2008, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by RiXst3r

I will be testing procede v3 map switching tomorrow... had to find a local car with v3. For some reason most everyone around me has jb3's

-Rick

Most people in Ohio are smart.

lawdude · 10-11-2008, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by e90AW335i

Most people in Ohio are smart.

Apparently you're not in Ohio.

e90AW335i · 10-11-2008, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by lawdude

Apparently you're not in Ohio.

Nicely done Mike.

cn555ic · 10-12-2008, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by lawdude

Apparently you're not in Ohio.

e90AW335i · 10-12-2008, 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by cn555ic

It was pretty good, I am suprised you didn't add on some retarded comment.

Back on topic now....

Former_Boosted_IS · 10-12-2008, 05:30 PM

Uh ok. You guys really have a tough time keeping it on topic sometimes? lol

DrewKo · 10-12-2008, 10:16 PM

When you drive does the A/C blow onto your left hand? Try putting your temp at 60 and blowing high air. Tell us how it hits your left hand on the steering wheel. Tx.

bullmrkt · 10-12-2008, 11:54 PM

We used my car today to test out the V3 functionality and it works like a charm. The maps are reversed (1 is 2 and 2 is 1) but that can be fixed with the new user software.

The air blows on your hand a bit but it can be adjusted with the damper a bit. I didn't notice it on my 1.5hr drive home with the A/C on.

Oh and as for the Ohio comments, Ohio has 4x more patents than Georgia (http://www.uspto.gov/go/taf/cst_utl.htm) and more presidents than any other state.

Kbueno · 10-13-2008, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by bullmrkt

We used my car today to test out the V3 functionality and it works like a charm. The maps are reversed (1 is 2 and 2 is 1) but that can be fixed with the new user software.

The air blows on your hand a bit but it can be adjusted with the damper a bit. I didn't notice it on my 1.5hr drive home with the A/C on.

Oh and as for the Ohio comments, Ohio has 4x more patents than Georgia (http://www.uspto.gov/go/taf/cst_utl.htm) and more presidents than any other state.

Good news! With the new update, there will be 3 maps: Valet, low, and High. Will this be plug n play...more details please.

ezatnova · 10-13-2008, 09:56 AM

Thanks for the great writeup! I'm assuming and hoping that the included instructions have a bunch more detail than you included around:
- taking apart what needs to be taken apart, without breaking crap, and hooking things up...wires, boost line, etc
- what each menu thing does. I kind of get it, from your writeup, but then with the abbreviations on the video shots of the gauge, I couldn't tell exactly what each menu thing stood for, and what changings its options would do.
- ability to turn off the flashing peak boost business all together. Obviously helpful in certain occasions, but 99% of the time (at night) that would pretty much just make me want to kill myself, looking at the strobe flashing after I accelerate each time.

can't wait to gets mine!

Former_Boosted_IS · 10-13-2008, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by DrewKo

When you drive does the A/C blow onto your left hand? Try putting your temp at 60 and blowing high air. Tell us how it hits your left hand on the steering wheel. Tx.

That is exactly what I did yesterday and noticed no issed whatsoever. I really do think it is a legit concern looking at it, but once you have it in your car, then the concern will be gone.

Former_Boosted_IS · 10-13-2008, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ezatnova

Thanks for the great writeup! I'm assuming and hoping that the included instructions have a bunch more detail than you included around:
- taking apart what needs to be taken apart, without breaking crap, and hooking things up...wires, boost line, etc
- what each menu thing does. I kind of get it, from your writeup, but then with the abbreviations on the video shots of the gauge, I couldn't tell exactly what each menu thing stood for, and what changings its options would do.
- ability to turn off the flashing peak boost business all together. Obviously helpful in certain occasions, but 99% of the time (at night) that would pretty much just make me want to kill myself, looking at the strobe flashing after I accelerate each time.

can't wait to gets mine!

The directions are very thorough and I just wanted to use this post to supplement some of the wholes that might give you more insight when doing the installation. In addition, RiX will be using some of the insight I have here to update the directions. With respect to the gauge, you get a laminated reference card for what everything does. I would post it, but I am not sure if Rix wants that posted or not? If he give me the green light then I will post it up. Either way, the reference card explains every single gauge menu item in detail. He did it right here guys.

RiXst3r · 10-13-2008, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by ezatnova

- ability to turn off the flashing peak boost business all together. Obviously helpful in certain occasions, but 99% of the time (at night) that would pretty much just make me want to kill myself, looking at the strobe flashing after I accelerate each time.

LOL... it only recalls (flashes back) the peak if you push the peak recall button

ezatnova · 10-13-2008, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by RiXst3r

LOL... it only recalls (flashes back) the peak if you push the peak recall button

Ah! It's pitch dark in that car, so I can't see his hand pushing the button each time!

Former_Boosted_IS · 10-13-2008, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by ezatnova

Ah! It's pitch dark in that car, so I can't see his hand pushing the button each time!

LOL! I did that so you could see everything matches well.

ezatnova · 10-13-2008, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Former_Boosted_IS

LOL! I did that so you could see everything matches well.

No no, I gotcha, and it's a great vid. I just got scarred that the thing did that epilepsy inducing flash automatically each time you lifted the throttle.
Thanks again!

RiXst3r · 10-13-2008, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ezatnova

No no, I gotcha, and it's a great vid. I just got scarred that the thing did that epilepsy inducing flash automatically each time you lifted the throttle.
Thanks again!

Haha, no worries, I wouldn't of made it do that

Former_Boosted_IS · 10-14-2008, 06:17 AM

It is still amazing to me how many people change their opinions of digital gauges when they see this. The integration into our stock look and endless features are really awesome!

e90AW335i · 10-14-2008, 09:02 PM

I cant wait to install this gauge this weekend

Former_Boosted_IS · 10-15-2008, 05:20 AM

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I cant wait to install this gauge this weekend

e90AW, it should be a simple install for you. Just use some patience removing parts and you will be quite happy.

After having this installed for about 5 days now, it has been flawless. I can't tell you how nice having a boost gauge again is!

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bullmrkt Lieutenant 24 Rep 464 Posts Drives: 4 wheels Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: usually my desk iTrader: (0)	We used my car today to test out the V3 functionality and it works like a charm. The maps are reversed (1 is 2 and 2 is 1) but that can be fixed with the new user software. The air blows on your hand a bit but it can be adjusted with the damper a bit. I didn't notice it on my 1.5hr drive home with the A/C on. Oh and as for the Ohio comments, Ohio has 4x more patents than Georgia (http://www.uspto.gov/go/taf/cst_utl.htm) and more presidents than any other state. __________________ 2021 AMG E63S Hammer Wagon 2002 BMW Z8 (with a Dinan DP Engine) 1996 Porsche 911 (993) Turbo 1995 Ferrari F355 Berlinetta 6mt 1964 Porsche 356 C Coupe
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ezatnova Power and Speed 105 Rep 2,197 Posts Drives: ‘22 Shelby GT500, ‘25 X5 50e, '21 Tacoma TRD OR Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: West Chester, PA iTrader: (5)	Thanks for the great writeup! I'm assuming and hoping that the included instructions have a bunch more detail than you included around: - taking apart what needs to be taken apart, without breaking crap, and hooking things up...wires, boost line, etc - what each menu thing does. I kind of get it, from your writeup, but then with the abbreviations on the video shots of the gauge, I couldn't tell exactly what each menu thing stood for, and what changings its options would do. - ability to turn off the flashing peak boost business all together. Obviously helpful in certain occasions, but 99% of the time (at night) that would pretty much just make me want to kill myself, looking at the strobe flashing after I accelerate each time. can't wait to gets mine!
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