W123... Boost gauge ...examples please

[dennislarock]

I stuck a temporary boost gauge in my 84' 300D and I love it. The turbo spools in at about 1,800 rpm (maybe 2 psi, under load) and peaks @ about 12.5 psi floored (3rd gear) @ 4,500 rpm. I usually drive (I-10) @ around 3,000-3,500 rpm with constant boost between 10psi-12psi.

Now, I would like to install a permanent boost gauge.

I'm old and tired and would prefer not to reinvent the wheel... so, if you have a permanently installed boost gauge in your w123 please share your photos... it's greatly appreciated!!!

Thanks in Advance!

dennis

[resago2000]

A-pillar pod?

[h3ffe]

https://www.google.com/search?q=w123+ashtray+gauges&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiPl_rT1ZbrAhVCHjQIHYEHB8YQ_AUoAnoECBAQBA&biw=1600&bih=827

I don't smoke, so I like the ashtray location.

Originally Posted by dennislarock

I stuck a temporary boost gauge in my 84' 300D and I love it. The turbo spools in at about 1,800 rpm (maybe 2 psi, under load) and peaks @ about 12.5 psi floored (3rd gear) @ 4,500 rpm. I usually drive (I-10) @ around 3,000-3,500 rpm with constant boost between 10psi-12psi.

Now, I would like to install a permanent boost gauge.

I'm old and tired and would prefer not to reinvent the wheel... so, if you have a permanently installed boost gauge in your w123 please share your photos... it's greatly appreciated!!!

Thanks in Advance!

dennis

[Rooster300SD]

Here is my gauge setup after the ashtray delete.
I used some zebrano veneer from Woodcraft for the finish.
boost gauge--second fuel tank gauge--vacuum gauge.
The switch in the middle is to switch between the two fuel tanks.


Jeff