Gauges and fitting
03 February 2009, 10:17 PM
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Gauges and fitting
Gauges & Pods : Subaru Impreza Gauge Pod pack
Are gauges like this hard to fit? Any idea who to take them to do get them fitted
Are gauges like this hard to fit? Any idea who to take them to do get them fitted
04 February 2009, 12:00 PM
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Have a look in "Interior" a guy has recently done a full "how to".
I'd say NOT difficult, but fairly time-consuming if you've not ever done owt similar........half, to a full, day.
Certainly NOT beyond the skills of an enthusiastic amateur
Here you go: https://www.scoobynet.com/interior-1...ure-boost.html
I'd say NOT difficult, but fairly time-consuming if you've not ever done owt similar........half, to a full, day.
Certainly NOT beyond the skills of an enthusiastic amateur
Here you go: https://www.scoobynet.com/interior-1...ure-boost.html
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05 February 2009, 07:03 PM
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Mate, I have fitted the exact same kit to my 04 WRX. It took me a full day and was pretty straight forward to do. Just make sure you get everything you need before hand and you will be fine. Also, depending on how much of a rush you are in but you can get the dials from the US if you don't mind waiting. Save yourself a few quid ! If I can be any help just let me know. 
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05 February 2009, 07:37 PM
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Mate, I have fitted the exact same kit to my 04 WRX. It took me a full day and was pretty straight forward to do. Just make sure you get everything you need before hand and you will be fine. Also, depending on how much of a rush you are in but you can get the dials from the US if you don't mind waiting. Save yourself a few quid ! If I can be any help just let me know.
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Cheers for the help guys i might take this on myself then
05 February 2009, 07:53 PM
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Here's the link mate: Prosport Gauges - Gauges
Basically I ordered from their web site and they took about two weeks to arrive. When they get to the UK you have to pay a customs charge ( about £20 ) and then that's it. The thing is, this was when the pound / dollar exchange rate was a lot better than it is now !!!
I bought the pod from here:
Scoobyparts Ltd ATI 3-GAUGE POD - NEW AGE
It's a really good fit and looks like it is a factory install. The gauges are easy to fit, the biggest job is running the wires neatly into the engine bay and keeping everything tidy. Honestly mate I am no expert and sorted it all in a day ! Hope this is of some help !
Basically I ordered from their web site and they took about two weeks to arrive. When they get to the UK you have to pay a customs charge ( about £20 ) and then that's it. The thing is, this was when the pound / dollar exchange rate was a lot better than it is now !!!
I bought the pod from here:
Scoobyparts Ltd ATI 3-GAUGE POD - NEW AGE
It's a really good fit and looks like it is a factory install. The gauges are easy to fit, the biggest job is running the wires neatly into the engine bay and keeping everything tidy. Honestly mate I am no expert and sorted it all in a day ! Hope this is of some help !
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Have a look in "Interior" a guy has recently done a full "how to".
I'd say NOT difficult, but fairly time-consuming if you've not ever done owt similar........half, to a full, day.
Certainly NOT beyond the skills of an enthusiastic amateur
Here you go: https://www.scoobynet.com/interior-1...ure-boost.html
I'd say NOT difficult, but fairly time-consuming if you've not ever done owt similar........half, to a full, day.
Certainly NOT beyond the skills of an enthusiastic amateur
Here you go: https://www.scoobynet.com/interior-1...ure-boost.html
Nice one been seaching for this for ages.
14 March 2009, 12:16 PM
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i fitted my defis myself. and i didnt use a sandwich plate. go into no.3 cylinder for the oil temp and use the original oil press hole. took me pretty much a whole day but i was well happy with doing it myself. and saved a few quid in the process.
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16 March 2009, 07:06 AM
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8mm hex drive. but be VERY carefull.you must must ensure that the bit is 100% seated in the plug. i put it on a 12" extension and a big 1/2 drive ratchet. and gave it alot of hits with a big hammer and had someone hittting the top of the ratchet as i was undoing it.
the plug is very soft and will round off very very easily.
you have been warned, lol
dan
the plug is very soft and will round off very very easily.
you have been warned, lol
dan
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16 March 2009, 11:35 AM
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8mm hex drive. but be VERY carefull.you must must ensure that the bit is 100% seated in the plug. i put it on a 12" extension and a big 1/2 drive ratchet. and gave it alot of hits with a big hammer and had someone hittting the top of the ratchet as i was undoing it.
the plug is very soft and will round off very very easily.
you have been warned, lol
dan
the plug is very soft and will round off very very easily.
you have been warned, lol
dan
But I do agree: use a GOOD 8mm hex wrench/bit and DO ensure it's well seated. Tapping it can't hurt either
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anyone know the exact wiring i should do as this was the step i got to before calling it a day as it was too late?
Also put the alternator belt back on and it's squeeling a little, does that mean i need to tighten it more? didnt drive the car but just started it up.
Advise would be much apprecaited! Thanks
Philip
Also put the alternator belt back on and it's squeeling a little, does that mean i need to tighten it more? didnt drive the car but just started it up.
Advise would be much apprecaited! Thanks
Philip
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as a bit of an aside: I just fitted a new gauge 'panel' below the radio on my classic
..I used a section of door card to make it, so it has the same trim as the dash/doors etc.
looks canny I think - and better than ally or carbon stuff which just adds a new texture in teh cabin to my mind
<sorry, no photos>
..I used a section of door card to make it, so it has the same trim as the dash/doors etc.
looks canny I think - and better than ally or carbon stuff which just adds a new texture in teh cabin to my mind
<sorry, no photos>
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anyone know the exact wiring i should do as this was the step i got to before calling it a day as it was too late?
Also put the alternator belt back on and it's squeeling a little, does that mean i need to tighten it more? didnt drive the car but just started it up.
Advise would be much apprecaited! Thanks
Philip
Also put the alternator belt back on and it's squeeling a little, does that mean i need to tighten it more? didnt drive the car but just started it up.
Advise would be much apprecaited! Thanks
Philip
Also: alternator belt: You really should have marked the tensioner bolt with white paint BEFORE moving it. Is it possible for the alternator to be slightly misaligned? If not, then it WILL be loose belt, but don't overtighten it, or it'll wear the alternator bearing, (expensive
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17 March 2009, 10:33 PM
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8mm hex drive. but be VERY carefull.you must must ensure that the bit is 100% seated in the plug. i put it on a 12" extension and a big 1/2 drive ratchet. and gave it alot of hits with a big hammer and had someone hittting the top of the ratchet as i was undoing it.
the plug is very soft and will round off very very easily.
you have been warned, lol
dan
the plug is very soft and will round off very very easily.
you have been warned, lol
dan
Thanks for the info.
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