YourLEDShop: "Gauging" Interest :)

YourLEDShop · 02-09-2010, 02:35 AM

As weird as it may sound, I would like to introduce a product to you guys that’s not really LED related (well, it has LEDs in it, but not a lighting product). I found this product when I was on a trip to Japan and Hong Kong. They’re called Depo/Option Gauges. When I was in Japan, these gauges were fairly common, and these were pretty common in HK as well. So I picked up a set for myself. After using them for a year, I haven’t had any problems. For some odd reason, these gauges are almost unheard of in the US. I’m not sure why, but I contacted them brought a couple back for you guys this time around. We have a couple of these gauges on hand, but we don’t have a big inventory. We are looking for people to test them for themselves, and give an honest review to see if you like them as much as I do.

I have talked to a few forum members and they said that the Zs that 52mm gauges fit perfectly in pods on the dash. Unfortunately we didn't bring any back with us, but we would like to know which kind you guys would like so we can start ordering them! (We dont need an exact number, just want to know which kind, most popular ones are oil pressure, oil temp, and water temp)

Here are some of the details of the gauges:
- Opening and ending ceremony
- Highly Precise Japanese Stepper motor movement provides smooth operation and immediate response.
- Illuminated by ultra bright LEDs (White and Amber) (Dimmable)
- Full 270 degrees sweep provides complete readout
- Self-diagnosis of sensor and short circuits
- FIRST to have touch panel control boxes with every peak/warn series gauge. (Designed by the latest technology based on the application of the electrostatic on the human body)(Can be mounted by user preference)
- Programmable Warning setting and peak setting
- Daisy Chain System enables to link gauges together (power source)

For now, check out their website at DEPO RACING JAPAN

(Shown in Bar, but we have PSI in stock)

As of right now, we have:
3 - 60mm Boost Gauge (PSI)
2 - 60mm Oil Pressure (PSI)

PM me if you want to be one of the first ones to own these in the USA!!! (well, second, since i had mine for over a year now )

Depo/Option Gauges - Opening and Closing Ceremony
YouTube- Depo/ Option Gauges - Opening and Closing Ceremony

Depo/ Option Racing Gauges - Touch Panel Control Box
YouTube- Depo/ Option Racing Gauges - Touch Panel Control Box

m4a1mustang · 02-09-2010, 09:06 AM

What kind of pricing? I would be interested in an oil pressure gauge... but right now I'm leaning toward Defi.

vipor · 02-09-2010, 09:19 AM

It looks like they'll probably be in the 125-150$ range. They look decent, but the red/orange color is probably different than the factory color and the branding on the gauge is annoying.

Opening and Closing Ceremony

Control Box

Installed (Oil Pressure Not Connected

m4a1mustang · 02-09-2010, 09:24 AM

The branding is annoying. They would look better without for sure.

I still might try to go with some sort of "hidden" mounting. I just want an oil pressure gauge somewhere so I can keep can eye on things.

YourLEDShop · 02-09-2010, 12:17 PM

We will be running intro special for the 52mm for $95 shipped, and the 60mm for $100 shipped. Normal price is $125 and $130 shipped, respectively.

the third video that vipor has is their old version. Those dont have the control boxes, and the open and closing ceremony is different. Also, they used older style stepper motors which were louder and less accurate.

YourLEDShop · 02-09-2010, 12:18 PM

also, i will contact the Depo and see if they can make a gauge without logo, since i have heard people wanting that.

Would it be better if it said Option on it? (just curious)

-Cliff

vipor · 02-09-2010, 12:19 PM

Saying nothing would be preferred.

YourLEDShop · 02-09-2010, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vipor

Saying nothing would be preferred.

lol, how about depo racing japan on the bottom right corner, you can see it in the vid.

I think it would be hard to sell if it didnt have a brand on it lol They did design the cool little control box

vipor · 02-09-2010, 12:44 PM

It's the fact that the logo is illuminated with the gauge indicators itself IMO

YourLEDShop · 02-09-2010, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vipor

It's the fact that the logo is illuminated with the gauge indicators itself IMO

yea i hear ya, im pretty sure they can do it without the logo, we would just have to order enough for them to make the faces, which i believe is 150 gauges.

DIGItonium · 05-27-2010, 01:14 AM

Looks very interesting and economical. What's the status in regards to importing these gauges to the states?

I might cancel modifying the OEM gauges and get these instead just in case I decide to go FI in the future. How about Boost, Oil Temp, Volt?

02-09-2010, 02:35 AM	#1 (permalink)
YourLEDShop Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 49 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 15	YourLEDShop: "Gauging" Interest :) As weird as it may sound, I would like to introduce a product to you guys that’s not really LED related (well, it has LEDs in it, but not a lighting product). I found this product when I was on a trip to Japan and Hong Kong. They’re called Depo/Option Gauges. When I was in Japan, these gauges were fairly common, and these were pretty common in HK as well. So I picked up a set for myself. After using them for a year, I haven’t had any problems. For some odd reason, these gauges are almost unheard of in the US. I’m not sure why, but I contacted them brought a couple back for you guys this time around. We have a couple of these gauges on hand, but we don’t have a big inventory. We are looking for people to test them for themselves, and give an honest review to see if you like them as much as I do. I have talked to a few forum members and they said that the Zs that 52mm gauges fit perfectly in pods on the dash. Unfortunately we didn't bring any back with us, but we would like to know which kind you guys would like so we can start ordering them! (We dont need an exact number, just want to know which kind, most popular ones are oil pressure, oil temp, and water temp) Here are some of the details of the gauges: - Opening and ending ceremony - Highly Precise Japanese Stepper motor movement provides smooth operation and immediate response. - Illuminated by ultra bright LEDs (White and Amber) (Dimmable) - Full 270 degrees sweep provides complete readout - Self-diagnosis of sensor and short circuits - FIRST to have touch panel control boxes with every peak/warn series gauge. (Designed by the latest technology based on the application of the electrostatic on the human body)(Can be mounted by user preference) - Programmable Warning setting and peak setting - Daisy Chain System enables to link gauges together (power source) For now, check out their website at DEPO RACING JAPAN (Shown in Bar, but we have PSI in stock) As of right now, we have: 3 - 60mm Boost Gauge (PSI) 2 - 60mm Oil Pressure (PSI) PM me if you want to be one of the first ones to own these in the USA!!! (well, second, since i had mine for over a year now ) Depo/Option Gauges - Opening and Closing Ceremony YouTube- Depo/ Option Gauges - Opening and Closing Ceremony Depo/ Option Racing Gauges - Touch Panel Control Box YouTube- Depo/ Option Racing Gauges - Touch Panel Control Box

02-09-2010, 09:06 AM	#2 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	What kind of pricing? I would be interested in an oil pressure gauge... but right now I'm leaning toward Defi. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

02-09-2010, 09:19 AM	#3 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	It looks like they'll probably be in the 125-150$ range. They look decent, but the red/orange color is probably different than the factory color and the branding on the gauge is annoying. Opening and Closing Ceremony Control Box Installed (Oil Pressure Not Connected __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

02-09-2010, 09:24 AM	#4 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	The branding is annoying. They would look better without for sure. I still might try to go with some sort of "hidden" mounting. I just want an oil pressure gauge somewhere so I can keep can eye on things. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

02-09-2010, 12:19 PM	#7 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	Saying nothing would be preferred. __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

02-09-2010, 12:17 PM	#5 (permalink)
YourLEDShop Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 49 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 15	We will be running intro special for the 52mm for $95 shipped, and the 60mm for $100 shipped. Normal price is $125 and $130 shipped, respectively. the third video that vipor has is their old version. Those dont have the control boxes, and the open and closing ceremony is different. Also, they used older style stepper motors which were louder and less accurate.

02-09-2010, 12:18 PM	#6 (permalink)
YourLEDShop Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 49 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 15	also, i will contact the Depo and see if they can make a gauge without logo, since i have heard people wanting that. Would it be better if it said Option on it? (just curious) -Cliff

02-09-2010, 12:44 PM	#9 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	It's the fact that the logo is illuminated with the gauge indicators itself IMO __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

05-27-2010, 01:14 AM	#11 (permalink)
DIGItonium A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 3,800 Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT Rep Power: 42	Looks very interesting and economical. What's the status in regards to importing these gauges to the states? I might cancel modifying the OEM gauges and get these instead just in case I decide to go FI in the future. How about Boost, Oil Temp, Volt? __________________ Last edited by DIGItonium; 05-27-2010 at 10:55 AM.

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