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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 08:03 PM
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Trying to decide between the SECS engine data monitor or a three gauge set-up showing oil temp, oil P and boost.

What do you guys think? And will the SECS be compatible with an Apexi when I get one fitted?
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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 08:11 PM
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Do not think the SECS will be compatible with Apexi as the select monitor cannot read the apexi ecu and the SECS unit runs off the OBD port. I think you also need additional sensors for oil temp and pressure.
If you are going for the Power FC, i would say go for the gauges.

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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 10:55 PM
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i've ended up puting both in mine - the gauges are great for quick referencing as they are easier to spot/read while driving.

The secs unit is good for peak readings and fault diagnostics - the best thing about it is it has a clock ( i lost the oe one to fit the gauges!)
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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 11:27 PM
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cheers!

Think I'll go for the gauges as there is an HKS kit that'll fit in the single din area below the stereo. Any ideas where I could get it all fitted properly. I'm near peterborough but happy to travel to get it done well.
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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by pippyrips
i've ended up puting both in mine - the gauges are great for quick referencing as they are easier to spot/read while driving.

The secs unit is good for peak readings and fault diagnostics - the best thing about it is it has a clock ( i lost the oe one to fit the gauges!)
Yup me too, expensive clock though
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 09:32 AM
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Got a SECS monitor first but ended up with Defi's as well. As mentioned the SECS is hard to read whilst driving.
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 09:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Neil W
Got a SECS monitor first but ended up with Defi's as well. As mentioned the SECS is hard to read whilst driving.
And defi's look cool
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 09:52 AM
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And defi's look cool
oh yes - you can get cheaper gauges that do the same thing but Defi BF's are the bo**ocks
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 10:00 AM
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whats the difference in fitment of both?

How hard is it to fit deffi gauges? (Something that can be attempted at home?)
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by ARM-Scooby
whats the difference in fitment of both?

How hard is it to fit deffi gauges? (Something that can be attempted at home?)

I fitted everything on mine except the senders for the oil temp and pressure as I found them difficult to get to. But after seeing them done I could now do it myself. Get the right tools for the job and it is fairly easy to do.

And once fitted they look
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