A-Pillar Gauge Pods?

pg6speed · 05-05-2010, 10:54 PM

Here is a little project I'm working on just to give you another idea. It's not finished or mounted but you get the idea.

Dr.Awkward · 05-05-2010, 11:11 PM

Nice work man.

RCZ · 05-06-2010, 10:05 AM

Nice, not something I would do, but +1 for originality.

vipor · 05-06-2010, 10:21 AM

I'd almost prefer them to sit flat and not be angled if anything.

m4a1mustang · 05-06-2010, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by vipor

I'd almost prefer them to sit flat and not be angled if anything.

I agree. Would be cool to see them integrated into the OEM cubby door.

But honestly, the a-pillar pods are going to be one's best bet if they need more than three gauges. I sure would have thought something would be available by now, but I guess not.

JB-370z · 05-06-2010, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

I agree and there are screen systems like the HKS Camp 2 and the Magden system that plug into our navi and display all that stuff. Problem with those is price and features. A proper Camp2 setup will run you like 800-1k and Magden only uses stock signals, so those of us with FI and need boost are out of luck.

You can also add optional sensors with the Magden. To do the HKS Camp2 with about 4 sensors like (Boost, Oil temp, Oil press, Exhaust temp) with install atleast 1,200-1,500. I will be going this route. Since I currently own one it comes with tons of options and upgradeablity.

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Originally Posted by Thedreamer

You are right on the Camp II, seen one in person.
It uses ECU and then you can add the external sensor which jumps the price up, base unit is 450-500 and not 100% sure on the add on piece. I am sure the A-pillar setup would be easier, but would hate for you to degrade your car, though 1k for gauges is a steep price.

You saw mine!

I think the A-piller forsure down grades the look of the interior

. This is just my opinion though. We already got 3 gauge pods in the center two are three more...wowzers

The sensors for the camp range from 70-170 depending on what sensor you are after. Also it records the highest numbers yada yada yada. HKS Camp2 = Good times

Spartan 1771 · 05-06-2010, 12:57 PM

PG6Speed:

Very original. Nice work. Not something I'm looking to do, but I give you credit.

I would also like to install a gauge or two on the A-pillar. I too would have thought someone would have come out with a mount for this by now.

RCZ · 05-06-2010, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by JB-370z

You can also add optional sensors with the Magden. To do the HKS Camp2 with about 4 sensors like (Boost, Oil temp, Oil press, Exhaust temp) with install atleast 1,200-1,500. I will be going this route. Since I currently own one it comes with tons of options and upgradeablity.

Thanks for the correction, good to know.

So vendors?? Who's got the A-Pillar gauge cluster?

JB-370z · 05-06-2010, 01:56 PM

At the moment these guys are your only solution: www.gaugepods.com // Lotek Inc.
They do custom gauge pods on request, might get a group of people who want them to make the cost go down.
I contacted: Auto Meter
They said they have no plans on doing one this year. They only way they would make one for our car is if enough people contacted them about making one through email and phone. He said I was the first person to call about the 370. They are bussy doing camros and turcks at the moment.
-For yall going forced induction gauges of some sort are needed and it does look like this will be the cheapest route. I would like to see what others looks like before I really say its a nono for me.

RCZ · 05-06-2010, 03:05 PM

I just realized I had my gauges sitting right here and my 370z sitting in the driveway so why not go try some locations... pics coming in a few.

theDreamer · 05-06-2010, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

I just realized I had my gauges sitting right here and my 370z sitting in the driveway so why not go try some locations... pics coming in a few.

Waiting to see the results.

RCZ · 05-06-2010, 03:25 PM

Here we go

This is my favorite:
Glovebox

Besides steering column:

Side of Steering Column (second favorite):

By the Dash

Replacing stock gauge (optimal, but expensive install):

I tried the A-Pillar and it blocks my view too much, Not a fan. I'm between the steering column and the glove box if not the stock gauge pod. I have three to install so I would have to get creative with the third one. They would fit really nicely in the glovebox.

I hope those pictures helped some folks out

By the way thats a 60mm Gauge from Prosport Gauges in case someone is wondering.

theDreamer · 05-06-2010, 03:30 PM

I guess the question is how important is this information? Do you need real time updates from these gauges or a quick glance every so often is fine?
I of course like the replacement of the stock location but the glove box idea is very nice also.

RCZ · 05-06-2010, 05:11 PM

To be completely honest with you, the only thing that worries me is that my gauges don't have an audible alarm. I wouldn't mind putting them in the glove box for a completely stock looking interior. If I need to keep an eye on them, its simply a matter of leaving the console open.

EDIT: they apparently do have audible alarm, case closed.

Spartan 1771 · 05-06-2010, 05:16 PM

That's true about having them on the A pillar and blocking the view. In this car visibility is already somewhat of an issue. I like the shot of the gauge on the left side of the dash. Nice idea, but how much work will that require to get a nice clean install?

05-05-2010, 10:54 PM	#16 (permalink)
pg6speed Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Antonio Posts: 223 Drives: 10 Armada Rep Power: 16	Here is a little project I'm working on just to give you another idea. It's not finished or mounted but you get the idea. __________________ STILLEN G3 / F.I. TDX (NO RESONATORS) / F.I. LTH / UpRev Tuned / BC-Racing ER Coilovers / DIY Oil Cooler / Short Shifter

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05-06-2010, 10:21 AM	#19 (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	I'd almost prefer them to sit flat and not be angled if anything. __________________ 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

05-06-2010, 12:57 PM	#22 (permalink)
Spartan 1771 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Western Maryland Posts: 1,280 Drives: Wife crazy & 09 370Z Rep Power: 105454	PG6Speed: Very original. Nice work. Not something I'm looking to do, but I give you credit. I would also like to install a gauge or two on the A-pillar. I too would have thought someone would have come out with a mount for this by now. __________________ ~Rob -DD Air Guide, Stillen G3 CAIs, 63mm Throttle Bodies, Motordyne M370, Berk HFCs, FI TDX CBE (non-res, CF), Sprint booster v3, Ecutek Dyno Tuned, and the list goes on...

05-06-2010, 01:56 PM	#24 (permalink)
JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	At the moment these guys are your only solution: www.gaugepods.com // Lotek Inc. They do custom gauge pods on request, might get a group of people who want them to make the cost go down. I contacted: Auto Meter They said they have no plans on doing one this year. They only way they would make one for our car is if enough people contacted them about making one through email and phone. He said I was the first person to call about the 370. They are bussy doing camros and turcks at the moment. -For yall going forced induction gauges of some sort are needed and it does look like this will be the cheapest route. I would like to see what others looks like before I really say its a nono for me. __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning)

05-06-2010, 10:05 AM	#18 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	Nice, not something I would do, but +1 for originality.

05-06-2010, 03:05 PM	#25 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	I just realized I had my gauges sitting right here and my 370z sitting in the driveway so why not go try some locations... pics coming in a few.

05-06-2010, 03:30 PM	#28 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4210	I guess the question is how important is this information? Do you need real time updates from these gauges or a quick glance every so often is fine? I of course like the replacement of the stock location but the glove box idea is very nice also. __________________ theDreamer's Z // Fast Intentions // Uprev // GTM // HKS // TEIN theDreamer's Silvia // URAS // GREDDY Houston Zs // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram

05-06-2010, 05:11 PM	#29 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	To be completely honest with you, the only thing that worries me is that my gauges don't have an audible alarm. I wouldn't mind putting them in the glove box for a completely stock looking interior. If I need to keep an eye on them, its simply a matter of leaving the console open. EDIT: they apparently do have audible alarm, case closed. Last edited by RCZ; 05-06-2010 at 05:17 PM.

05-06-2010, 05:16 PM	#30 (permalink)
Spartan 1771 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Western Maryland Posts: 1,280 Drives: Wife crazy & 09 370Z Rep Power: 105454	That's true about having them on the A pillar and blocking the view. In this car visibility is already somewhat of an issue. I like the shot of the gauge on the left side of the dash. Nice idea, but how much work will that require to get a nice clean install? __________________ ~Rob -DD Air Guide, Stillen G3 CAIs, 63mm Throttle Bodies, Motordyne M370, Berk HFCs, FI TDX CBE (non-res, CF), Sprint booster v3, Ecutek Dyno Tuned, and the list goes on...

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