which gauges and mods

[steve_walsh]

hi since im goin to be gettin a full rebuild id like to be able to keep an eye on whats happenin under the bonnet. which gauges and pods would u recommend and where best to purchase them. i would also like to modify the cars performance what is the best parts for strong performance and reliability? it has a k&n induction kit and a stainless exhaust.

[P1 NUT]

Full decat or high flow catted down pipe, fmic,walbro 225 fuel pump,injectors and most importantly a remap.

[weeb]

AOB buddy, will get ur car fast and reliable. I have an apexi fc commander and avcr to tell me all the goss under the bonnet! looks nice and tidy tooo. If going for gauges i would recommend spending the money and buying defi gauges!!

[Carl Davey]

I went for a Knocklink, Lambdalink and Defi Oil/Fuel/Boost pressure gauges first time around. This time i've added an air inlet temperature gauge but have binned the Lambdalink. Fuel pressure monitoring isn't too important if you're running an OE system but mine is a little experimental so i want to keep an eye on it. Here's what my dash currently looks like with the traditional Defi 3-gauge setup.

In your case i'd recommend a Knocklink along with Defi Boost/Oil pressue and Oil temperature. The hand commander with the Apexi PFC is good but doesn't tell you anything about your oil. Russ (WUZ on here) does a nice sideline in custom-fitting the Knocklinks (remote mounted LED's) and the Defi gauges can be bought for a reasonable cost from eBay vendors. I think my current set of three gauges and control unit cost less than £300 new.

You're close to me in Turriff by the way. My mate Callum stays up your way - used to have a red Evo 7 but now has a girly Fiesta. []