Turbo boost gauge

Noncom23 · 10-30-2011, 09:25 PM

I know I will get flammed, but here goes. I have a stock 2011, 335i.
Why is there no standard boost gauge on these cars? Anyway, I would
like to add a gauge if possible. Preferably not the A/C duct gauge.
Any suggeastions?

turugara · 10-30-2011, 09:28 PM

The JB4 Stage 2 (An procede I think) has a feature that allow's you to hijack the oil or fuel level gauge into a relative boost gauge. Cheapest way to get a boost gauge + get more power.

Noncom23 · 10-30-2011, 09:32 PM

Thanks for the quick reply! I will check it out.

ECSTuning · 11-03-2011, 04:42 PM

We carry the A/C center vent gauge sorry that one isn't your style. There are a few companies which make A Pillar pods but these interfere with curtain air bags. A few 335i guys have installed gauges in the lower section of the center console but these were one off installs.

If you don't go with the stock gauge high jack method and choose to find a location for a standard boost gauge I'd suggest taking a look at our ECS Tuning Boost Gauge to use for your custom boost gauge solution. We spent waaaay too much time and effort making sure our ECS Tuning Boost gauge matches the orange/red glow of BMWs stock lighting. Personally, nothing bothers me more than having something that's kinda close but not really a match with my interior light. Our Boost gauge is a dead ringer for the BMW colored lighting.

Below is a night shot of our 335i with the gauge lit!

If you have any questions feel free to blast me a PM,

ECS Tuning

Andrew@ET · 11-03-2011, 04:46 PM

Have you installed one on a n55 yet?

FrankiE90 · 11-03-2011, 09:16 PM

besides the tuner/ boost gauge.

3d has one for the center console.
or u can get any boost gauge and wire it -
tap boost from the charge pipe.

also there are digital gauges via OBDII port.
software from ur iphone, like REV

ian2002525 · 11-03-2011, 10:34 PM

personally i like P3 Digital Vent Boost Gauge. but wondering can work on n55 or not..

jmkworld · 11-05-2011, 05:06 PM

i don't think you can install a boost gauge on the n55 unless its reading from the obdii port like the p3 gauge version 2.

Noncom23 · 11-06-2011, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ECSTuning

We carry the A/C center vent gauge sorry that one isn't your style. There are a few companies which make A Pillar pods but these interfere with curtain air bags. A few 335i guys have installed gauges in the lower section of the center console but these were one off installs.

If you don't go with the stock gauge high jack method and choose to find a location for a standard boost gauge I'd suggest taking a look at our ECS Tuning Boost Gauge to use for your custom boost gauge solution. We spent waaaay too much time and effort making sure our ECS Tuning Boost gauge matches the orange/red glow of BMWs stock lighting. Personally, nothing bothers me more than having something that's kinda close but not really a match with my interior light. Our Boost gauge is a dead ringer for the BMW colored lighting.

Below is a night shot of our 335i with the gauge lit!

If you have any questions feel free to blast me a PM,

ECS Tuning

Thx for the reply. Yes I am looking at that too.

Noncom23 · 11-06-2011, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrew@EMSTUNING

Have you installed one on a n55 yet?

No, still looking. ideas?

Noncom23 · 11-06-2011, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrankiE90

besides the tuner/ boost gauge.

3d has one for the center console.
or u can get any boost gauge and wire it -
tap boost from the charge pipe.

also there are digital gauges via OBDII port.
software from ur iphone, like REV

Thanks. I like the looks of this one and will check it out.

FrankiE90 · 11-06-2011, 05:53 PM

Hey i just found another boost gauge -
super cool.
it's via OBDII port.
it's a single gauge and you can toggle and custom
what gauge you want -

check this out.

http://www.plxdevices.com/multigauges.html

Noncom23 · 11-06-2011, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrankiE90

Hey i just found another boost gauge -
super cool.
it's via OBDII port.
it's a single gauge and you can toggle and custom
what gauge you want -

check this out.

http://www.plxdevices.com/multigauges.html

Thx. Fast install!

Noncom23 · 11-06-2011, 06:19 PM

http://wn.com/335i_Boost_Gauge

Link to multiple, different gauge setups in video.

Noncom23 · 11-06-2011, 08:30 PM

Very nice!

http://leatherz.com/Merchant5/mercha...ry_Code=Gauges

Grannycar · 12-17-2015, 03:01 PM

Does that ecs one work in n55's?

ECSTuning · 12-17-2015, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grannycar

Does that ecs one work in n55's?

Negative. N55 is valvetronic, no easily accessible vacuum ports for tapping.

-James

trixdout · 12-17-2015, 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jmkworld

i don't think you can install a boost gauge on the n55 unless its reading from the obdii port like the p3 gauge version 2.

If you don't run meth and have a aftermarket chargepipe, you can tap the 1/8th npt hole that is for meth and use that as your electronic boost sender and place the gauge wherever you so please in the cockpit.

snaimpally · 12-18-2015, 10:04 PM

UltraGauge is under $100 and has wired and wireless (iOS or Android) products. You can setup how many parameters (including boost) you want to monitor, etc.

http://www.ultra-gauge.com/ultragauge/

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ECSTuning New Lifetime Replacement Policy 847 Rep 11,738 Posts Drives: Independent Tuning Specialists Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ohio iTrader: (18)	We carry the A/C center vent gauge sorry that one isn't your style. There are a few companies which make A Pillar pods but these interfere with curtain air bags. A few 335i guys have installed gauges in the lower section of the center console but these were one off installs. If you don't go with the stock gauge high jack method and choose to find a location for a standard boost gauge I'd suggest taking a look at our ECS Tuning Boost Gauge to use for your custom boost gauge solution. We spent waaaay too much time and effort making sure our ECS Tuning Boost gauge matches the orange/red glow of BMWs stock lighting. Personally, nothing bothers me more than having something that's kinda close but not really a match with my interior light. Our Boost gauge is a dead ringer for the BMW colored lighting. Below is a night shot of our 335i with the gauge lit! If you have any questions feel free to blast me a PM, ECS Tuning
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FrankiE90 Major General 669 Rep 8,800 Posts Drives: Krooked Sk8board Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Pasadena, Ca iTrader: (11)	Hey i just found another boost gauge - super cool. it's via OBDII port. it's a single gauge and you can toggle and custom what gauge you want - check this out. http://www.plxdevices.com/multigauges.html __________________ FrankiE90 AKA:.[The TANK] *CLICK THE SIG E90s (been gone but not forgotten) • KW clubsports • • • • • • • • • • 18" BBS GT4 // Build E30 (pending) + E46 M3 Wagon ESTORIL Blue
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