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Old Jan 8, 2009 | 07:06 PM
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Are there any boost gauges that measure from say..0-12psi. I don't plan on running more than 6-7psi, and it would be easier to read a gauge with smaller increments and a smaller range like 1-12 than 1-30.

Also; Is a manual or electrical gauge best?

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Old Jan 8, 2009 | 07:18 PM
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jackson racing makes one from 0-15psi
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get a digital display gauge
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i like my manual gauge. cheap and accurite
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Old Jan 8, 2009 | 08:30 PM
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This is the gauge I have. It is an electronic boost gauge that utilizes it's own MAP sensor. For one, its nice not having to run a hose into the interior and it is very accurate and responds instantly. I have it set up so that it does not vacuum but only boost. You can recall your PEAK boost, set your warning light for PEAK boost and you can also hook it up to tuning software. It ranges from 0-15 but it is a little pricey!

PIC IS SHOWING PEAK BOOST AFTER A RUN
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Old Jan 8, 2009 | 10:20 PM
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The dial face gauge would seem to be easier to read (watch the needle climb) than a digital ( although I may have it backwards)
It would seem that the electrical would be easier to run than the manual, but is there any difference in accuracy, or any drawbacks
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