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    Boost Gauge vs Boost/Vacuum Gauge

    What's the difference? and why would you run one over the other?

    Supercharger = Boost?

    Turbo = Boost/Vacuum?

    I'm mostly curious

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    On my GTP I have Boost/Vacuum.

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    It's better to have a Boost/Vacuum gauge regardless which FI you have. You want to see at what rpm the motor is referencing the amount of vacuum or boost. Gives a wider scope of motor efficiency versus just looking at boost.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ntimid8r View Post
    It's better to have a Boost/Vacuum gauge regardless which FI you have. You want to see at what rpm the motor is referencing the amount of vacuum or boost. Gives a wider scope of motor efficiency versus just looking at boost.
    Nicely put, I agree with getting the boost/vac as well.

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    does anyone have pics of how they tied into their sources for the boost gauge?

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    I went with an electronic boost gauge that utilizes its own map sensor. Why?

    Well,

    - I don't have to deal with running a line into the car
    - much more accurate and faster readings (shows instant boost spikes)
    - adjustable warning light
    - records peak boost
    - can be data logged
    - and the cool factor!

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    Quote Originally Posted by SCREAMIN01SS View Post
    does anyone have pics of how they tied into their sources for the boost gauge?
    I'll try and get a pic.

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