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Feb 14, 2007 | 06:24 PM

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StoopidGirl

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OK guys I got the final word...the STRI intro deal is now over! No more orders will or can be accepted. The intro pricing is gone forever! Muwah ha ha ha

But have no fear I will have package deals at AMVIV (they just can't be as cheap) there was a HUGE response to these so unfortunately I couldn't hold the deal open as long as I wanted to.

Thank you everyone who ordered and I can't wait to see more pictures

Feb 14, 2007 | 06:24 PM

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CustomAV

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Got my boost guage today! thanks Em...

I'll be installing it with all sorts of other goodies this weekend. I'll post pics when I'm done.

chris

Feb 14, 2007 | 06:25 PM

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StoopidGirl

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sweet thanks Chris! I can't wait to see :D

Feb 14, 2007 | 06:39 PM

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You never got back to me about the 52mm gauges and now this is over?

Not very nice!!!!!

Thanks any ways

Feb 15, 2007 | 07:15 PM

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I was trying beleive me I was. I am still working on it and I won't leave you out in the cold. I didn't realize it was going to end as sudden as it did. I thought I'd have some warning but I found out (by no fault of my own) that they were being offered lower than actuall cost...eek! So if they are available at this time in 52mm I will get them to you at the best deal I can even if it means losing out because I stick to my word.

Feb 20, 2007 | 02:31 PM

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I have my gauges now; thanks Emily

Now I would like to know if anyone knows how much labor the average mechanic might take to install these? I'm not talking about me, but a real mechanic that I have to pay.

Feb 20, 2007 | 05:11 PM

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where are you located... maybe there are some MINI "pros" aroumd wh ocan help you.... I wouldn't take it to just any mechanic...

Feb 20, 2007 | 06:24 PM

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Ah nurtz. Maybe next time!
Thanks guys...

Feb 20, 2007 | 10:55 PM

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I'm located in the Seattle/Everett WA area; anyone know someone who knows what their doing in installing these gauges around here?

Feb 21, 2007 | 05:09 PM

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Apparantly mine are shipping over the big wet now - can't wait :D:D.

Feb 21, 2007 | 07:03 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by loveminis

I'm located in the Seattle/Everett WA area; anyone know someone who knows what their doing in installing these gauges around here?

passin through the south west part of the states? I can help...LOL

Feb 22, 2007 | 01:24 PM

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thanks for the offer; it just might be worth the drive

Feb 22, 2007 | 04:56 PM

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WoooHoooo!!! Mine just came UPS!!! anyone in the DC metro area want to or be willing to help me install the boost and oil temp gauges? I'll buy the beer!!! And if you want Lunch I'll buy that too. Pizza?

Feb 22, 2007 | 06:09 PM

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So has anyone actually hooked up the oil temp sensor yet?

Feb 23, 2007 | 08:00 AM

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So has anyone actually hooked up the oil temp sensor yet?

Anyone?

Quote:

Anyone?

Feb 23, 2007 | 08:09 AM

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I have... but does that count?

Feb 23, 2007 | 08:15 AM

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Yeah that counts. But on the other hand what haven't you done?

Feb 23, 2007 | 08:19 AM

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hmmmn.... RWD conversion.... AWD conversion... uhhhh the list goes on

LOL... there's plenty!

Feb 23, 2007 | 08:22 AM

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Quote:

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I have... but does that count?

Sure it counts!

What did you have to do to tap into the oil system if you don't mind sharing? I've been asked to help out someone who bought the gauges and since I don't have the parts in front of me, any info would be appreciated.

Thanks.

Feb 23, 2007 | 08:25 AM

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Sure it counts!

Feb 23, 2007 | 09:21 AM

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STRI makes an adapter oil block but I don't know if it fits.

http://striracing.com/pro_a.htm

Feb 23, 2007 | 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by davydo

To be honest, I do like the defi's more, mostly for the peak and hold for boost and oil pressure. Sorry to be a bother, but can you get at any of their other line that has peak/hold? Along with the peak and hold on the Defi comes the pain in the butt of installing all the extra electronics (controller/etc.)

I ordered my Defi BF gauges (oil temp and boost) them and couldn't be happier. I got a great price and fast shipping. Install was very easy and the gauges are amazing! I highly recommend them.
FWIW, I installed my oil temp sensor using a brass T off the oil pressure sender location (off the block by the oil filter housing).

Feb 23, 2007 | 11:26 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by shooler

FWIW, I installed my oil temp sensor using a brass T off the oil pressure sender location (off the block by the oil filter housing).

there you have it!! samething I do don't forget the teflon tape

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Feb 23, 2007 | 11:28 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by shooler

That's what I was thinking as I have the promini gauge kit (boost + oil pressure) that uses a brass T fitting there as well.

I thought perhaps there was an easier way. Do you have the sepcs on the T-fitting? Where did you get it? And how much if you don't mind sharing?