Hi,

My son has the Quad which reads boost though the Map I believe but I am not sure if it is accurate, I want to add a Mechanical one. I believe I can use a boost bolt any tips on installing this? What bolt does it replace?



I know Glowshift has mixed reviews for their Fuel pressure gauge but how is their Boost gauge?

Banks? Autometer? any others ?

What about mounts? is there a good column mount?

Do I need to run power to all of them?



Thanks

 

When I actually buy gauges, I buy them from Autometer. They have a good column gauge pod for the '91-02 Dodge trucks I have used before as well.
Yes the boost bolt can work well, just screw it in after removing a bolt than holds the intake plate on. I bought mine from Geno's

The boost gauge needs no power to work. if you want it to light up at night...then you need to run power to it.

 

With the exception of an ISS Pro fuel pressure gauge that replaced a not so good GloShift, all my gauges are Autometer. I use a boost bolt, but I think it may be location sensitive as my gauge vibrates like crazy during Excelleration. Otherwise in cruse it is stable. I don't care for the column pod because it blocks the lower indicator lights on the instrument panel. My B piler pod is full so that was my only remaining choice.

 

what mounts are needed to the truck ?

 

I have glo-shift and would not buy them again. Looking at replacing it with an Autometer. The ones I have (boost and EGT) do not remember what light color they were last set to so it is annoying to change it every time, especially when some colors are not very visible during the day.

 

Isspro, not the cheapest for sure. I really like that you can still call and talk to a tec that knows the products inside and out. The one I talked to knew quite a bit about the 12 valve too. If you do call with a problem and cant get it resolved, often times they will just send you a new one for free. I called on the start of a long trip one time and got the "leave a message" recording. So I left a message about my egt and told them I could really use some help. They got back to me in about 15-20 minutes walked me through getting it back up and working. Best part I didn't have to take it easy through the Blue Mountains

 

Im a cheapskate....

 

My ISSPRO Gauges in my ‘99 3500.



Drilled and tapped Intake Horn.

 

My boost gauge is an ISSPRO and is fed from a boost bolt. Like couger, mine used to vibrate a lot at times, but was easy to rectify with a home made restrictor.
Found an aluminum rivet that was a reasonably tight fit in the boost bolt hole, cut about 1/4" - 3/8" off and drilled the hole through the middles using the smallest drill I had which was less than 1/16". Took a flat end punch and clamped it in a vice and placed the boost bolt over it with the piece of drilled aluminum inside. Then took another flat punch and started to swell the piece of aluminum. Every one or two hits with the hammer, took the boost bolt off and looked through it to see how much the hole was closing up. Stopped once I could barely see through the hole.
This restriction stopped all the vibration and still allowed for the gauge to immediately register all presssure changes.

 

For a mechanical boost gauge, you can use a boost bolt that replaces the stock bolt in the intake manifold. Make sure it fits the threads and doesn't interfere with any other components. When installing, use the right size line to connect the gauge, and make sure it’s routed safely to avoid damage or kinks.

Glowshift has mixed reviews, but many people have used their boost gauges without issues. Banks and Autometer are both well-regarded brands for boost gauges, and you can trust their accuracy and build quality.

For mounting, there are column mounts available from companies like Autometer or Glowshift. These are easy to install and keep the gauge in view while driving.

Most boost gauges do not need power because they are mechanical, but if you're using an electronic gauge, you'll need to run power to it, typically from the fuse box.

Make sure to check reviews and choose a gauge and mount that suits your setup.