What has P3Cars been up to?... The #1 bmw boost gauge is getting a V2 !

RiXst3r · 11-21-2010, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by NiVeDh

Very interested in trade-in discount.

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Originally Posted by McMuffin

Yes

. He is still figuring out the details.

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Originally Posted by dragazn

RIck,
I was on the GB guage and still haven't install the guage yet dang you Rix, will there be an upgrade/ trade in program???

I am trying to figure out a way to make the trade-up be as simple as possible yet be worthwhile... it will be a significant rebate, I am just still trying to decide if I want people to re-use parts and how to best handle that part of it.

-Rick

RiXst3r · 11-21-2010, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tscdennab

I would like the cheapest option possible regardless of how hard it would be to install

I don't like the placement of the 2 control buttons though...they should have been placed in the lower left corner, like on the first version.

No problem, there will be the cheaper DIY version for people that don't care about all the hand holding plug and play stuff.

The buttons were relocated to make room for the 4th digit and allow the same circuit board to be used for all variations of 135,335,rhd,lhd meaning that we could keep costs down and allow for all the extra features without raising the price! The old gauge had 8 different versions of the circuit boards for just 335,135,rhd,lhd,bar,psi ! This is much better

Dj_Frost · 11-21-2010, 04:39 PM

wow, this looks great!

McMuffin · 11-21-2010, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by RiXst3r

I am trying to figure out a way to make the trade-up be as simple as possible yet be worthwhile... it will be a significant rebate, I am just still trying to decide if I want people to re-use parts and how to best handle that part of it.

-Rick

I would personally prefer getting everything brand new. Would also like to return the old product after the new product has been installed since I don't know where I placed the OEM vent.

Constant.S · 11-21-2010, 08:12 PM

Rick, Would you be able to customize for different BMW vents uppon request? And if yes can i place an order now?

MyE92 · 11-21-2010, 08:51 PM

I have one still in a box brand new... hmmm should I just hold off on installing it?

Penn999 · 11-21-2010, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by McMuffin

I would personally prefer getting everything brand new. Would also like to return the old product after the new product has been installed since I don't know where I placed the OEM vent.

+1

RiXst3r · 11-21-2010, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Constant.S

Rick, Would you be able to customize for different BMW vents uppon request? And if yes can i place an order now?

If you have interest for a z4 sdrive35i version of the gauge send an e-mail to contact@p3cars.com ... and get anyone you know who might also want one to also send us emails. If we get enough requests for the z4 it might be worth our while to make a version that fits it.

-Rick

RiXst3r · 11-21-2010, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by McMuffin

I would personally prefer getting everything brand new. Would also like to return the old product after the new product has been installed since I don't know where I placed the OEM vent.

So you would prefer to buy a new full kit and then get a partial refund when I receive your entire old gauge?

That should be doable...

-Rick

sumyungguy · 11-22-2010, 03:32 AM

Subscribing..

Alpina_B3_Lux · 11-22-2010, 05:12 AM

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tscdennab · 11-22-2010, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by RiXst3r

I am just still trying to decide if I want people to re-use parts and how to best handle that part of it.

I would very much like to re-use the install I have done. I have all the power wires from the first gauge laid out, T-taps in place, I have the boost sensor connected, etc. If you could do an "upgrade" version for existing users, it would be great. It would consist of new board, new smoked screen and the additional connections to the CAN bus.

Also, how are you planning to do the CAN connection ? Can you give some details on this ? The OBD-2 connector doesn't seem like a good idea, if you ask me. That connector should be available for other uses with the gauge still in place...

Penn999 · 11-22-2010, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by RiXst3r

So you would prefer to buy a new full kit and then get a partial refund when I receive your entire old gauge?

That should be doable...

-Rick

Thats what I want, I still have the used unit in its packaging...no use to me if there is a whole new kit.

Alex@Helix · 11-22-2010, 12:32 PM

Wonderful Stuff Rick... glad to see the V2 gauges are coming along nicely! Im sure this will be a hot item

McMuffin · 11-22-2010, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by RiXst3r

So you would prefer to buy a new full kit and then get a partial refund when I receive your entire old gauge?

That should be doable...

-Rick

Yes!! Stupid question, but would I be able to take advantage of all the new features even though I'm on a flash?

tscdennab · 11-22-2010, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by McMuffin

Yes!! Stupid question, but would I be able to take advantage of all the new features even though I'm on a flash?

I would say even more with a flash. Most values are taken off the CANbus (you can also add your own sensors). With piggybacks, some sensor values that get to the DME are altered so you won't see the real values (that's the way the piggybacks work).

pits200 · 11-22-2010, 05:00 PM

Ok, how does this all integrate into the piggybacks. I know this is a stupid question but can anyone explain how this stuff hooks up.

I know its a noob question but hopefully someone can shed some light on the topic.

RiXst3r · 11-22-2010, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by pits200

Ok, how does this all integrate into the piggybacks. I know this is a stupid question but can anyone explain how this stuff hooks up.

I know its a noob question but hopefully someone can shed some light on the topic.

It doesn't integrate into a piggyback... the gauge is a stand-alone unit, even works on stock cars.

If you use it along with a tune that happens to be a piggyback that is up to you

We try not to make our products rely heavily on other companies products... as that would limit our market. However, we do try and make sure that everyone can use it, regardless of which tune or mods they have.

We plan to sell this to ALL e90/92/93 users... even non-turbo guys. The performance timers and the BMW code/read clear alone makes it worth the money.

-Rick

RiXst3r · 11-22-2010, 05:52 PM

As for wiring, connections, etc... we are still working out the details but the plan is to have a few options...

- An "easy" install that is just basically plugging in a low profile right angle connector into the obd2 port (it doesn't stick out)... that's it... done.

- A more detailed version that has a plug and play harness that intercepts wires behind the dash. The problem is becoming that throughout the years the car has changed a bunch as far as wiring goes, so we are trying to make this as universal as possible without requiring a bunch of wire taps.

vasillalov · 11-22-2010, 05:57 PM

Any pictures available yet?

tegoblue335i · 11-22-2010, 06:19 PM

Nice, sounds like a great improvement

pits200 · 11-22-2010, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by RiXst3r

As for wiring, connections, etc... we are still working out the details but the plan is to have a few options...

- An "easy" install that is just basically plugging in a low profile right angle connector into the obd2 port (it doesn't stick out)... that's it... done.

- A more detailed version that has a plug and play harness that intercepts wires behind the dash. The problem is becoming that throughout the years the car has changed a bunch as far as wiring goes, so we are trying to make this as universal as possible without requiring a bunch of wire taps.

Ok, that is what I was curious about.

So it seems that plugging into the OBD port would be the easiest way all around if that was feasible.

Thanks for the quick response.

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