E550 M278 Biturbo - Boost Gauge?
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E550 M278 Biturbo - Boost Gauge?
Does anyone run a boost gauge on the M278 engine E550? I found nothing from some searches.
If so, then how is it connected, what gauge did you buy, and where did you mount it? Pics would be great.
I saw some info that boost can be obtained via OBDII bluetooth reader / torque app. I will try it, but I want something permanently on the car to see the boost move.
If so, then how is it connected, what gauge did you buy, and where did you mount it? Pics would be great.
I saw some info that boost can be obtained via OBDII bluetooth reader / torque app. I will try it, but I want something permanently on the car to see the boost move.
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2012 Mercedes Benz E550 4Matic Sport Sedan
I haven't seen any E550 owner's install a boost guage but I did research autometer guages. Didn't find anything I like.
I had Cobalt blue Autometer guages installed on the pillar in my Vette. After further consideration as to what I saw on the autometer site, I just felt it would be out of place in my E550. Since the info the guage provides isn't necessary, I just dropped the idea.
If you come across something cool for the E550 please PM me.
PS: I also researched 200MPH speedo's but the price was outrageous.
Thanks.
I had Cobalt blue Autometer guages installed on the pillar in my Vette. After further consideration as to what I saw on the autometer site, I just felt it would be out of place in my E550. Since the info the guage provides isn't necessary, I just dropped the idea.
If you come across something cool for the E550 please PM me.
PS: I also researched 200MPH speedo's but the price was outrageous.
Thanks.
Last edited by Tonycpa; Nov 9, 2015 at 04:16 PM.
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Can't do A-pillar on this car unless you want to remove an airbag. I'm not sure if that might set off the computer anyway. I saw one with a similar ashtray setup to this car, they molded the gauge into the ashtray spot at an angle.
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How about a wireless or Bluetooth OBD2 adapter and a smartphone application which one can customize to just show boost or any number of additional features which are obtainable via OBD2.
I myself use a OBDLink MX BT scan tool android adapter, not the cheapest out there but it does work and does have the correct ELM327 for the fastest transfer times possible for live updates. I do see my E250 boost on the scan tool.
I myself use a OBDLink MX BT scan tool android adapter, not the cheapest out there but it does work and does have the correct ELM327 for the fastest transfer times possible for live updates. I do see my E250 boost on the scan tool.
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2015 GL550 4matic
How about a wireless or Bluetooth OBD2 adapter and a smartphone application which one can customize to just show boost or any number of additional features which are obtainable via OBD2.
I myself use a OBDLink MX BT scan tool android adapter, not the cheapest out there but it does work and does have the correct ELM327 for the fastest transfer times possible for live updates. I do see my E250 boost on the scan tool.
I myself use a OBDLink MX BT scan tool android adapter, not the cheapest out there but it does work and does have the correct ELM327 for the fastest transfer times possible for live updates. I do see my E250 boost on the scan tool.
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I was pm'd this seller's site, and this Greddy product looks like it does exactly what I'm talking about. It plugs into OBD2 and has many numbers that can be displayed. It is a bit pricey though.
http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/mm...DDY-INFORMETER
I'm looking at possibilities of a small-screen android device that has bluetooth connection, and possibly GPS as well, like old Garmin portable GPS, but runs on Android. It would most likely have to be mounted to the dash or windshield, which got me thinking that it could double as a dash cam with the right app. Bluetooth to OBD2 link would also mean one less wire to run, but I'm questioning the reliability of linking up automatically and powering on automatically with the car for seamless ease of use.
A good old fashioned gauge would be nice. If I can figure out where to tap the boost reading, I would find a spot for it.
http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/mm...DDY-INFORMETER
I'm looking at possibilities of a small-screen android device that has bluetooth connection, and possibly GPS as well, like old Garmin portable GPS, but runs on Android. It would most likely have to be mounted to the dash or windshield, which got me thinking that it could double as a dash cam with the right app. Bluetooth to OBD2 link would also mean one less wire to run, but I'm questioning the reliability of linking up automatically and powering on automatically with the car for seamless ease of use.
A good old fashioned gauge would be nice. If I can figure out where to tap the boost reading, I would find a spot for it.
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