Nxt Mod: Replace Stock Gauge Cluster with DASH2

[turbophil]

Originally Posted by MaineLotus

Thanks for the info, appreciate it. I think I may add a better sensor, so I can fine tune warnings based on exact oil pressures. Seems that would be better than an on/off signal.

I concur. That would be the better route

Best,

Phil

[jlj3394]

Originally Posted by turbophil

Hey John,

Embarrassingly enough, I've still not got around to wiring in oil system monitoring. I've been taking my oiling system for granted for sure---probably not the best car to be so cavalier given the reputation the oil pump has, but oh well... I'm quasi looking forward to an engine build anyway

I hear ya on looking for upgrade excuses! The other day my wife asked me if I was worried about the red dash light (the "SHIFT NOW" one) and grendading the engine. I said "no, these engines are cheap, comparatively."

I was thinking "k20" or "engine with boost." My wife does not like spending money on upgrades until something breaks. Hence the exige clam we've got going on right now.

(side note: wife actually used the term "grenading," and referred to the engine's problems with revs over 8500 - I was so proud!)

[robains]

On a side note: new motor #2 arrived today (undamaged from shipping) -- hopefully get it running by Sunday night.

I set warning come on at 35 psi. With limited laps, it never dropped below 48 (and I have no accusump, just Moroso oil pan). For these motors I think the Accusump is just a waste of money/weight and an additional potential failure point.

[MaineLotus]

Originally Posted by turbophil

I'm quasi looking forward to an engine build anyway

Any details? You have something up your sleeve and I bet it's pretty well thought out... Turbo or supercharger, which one? My bet is low compression 2zz rebuild and midsize turbo. Probably Air/Air intercooler. Am I close?

[MaineLotus]

Originally Posted by robains

On a side note: new motor #2 arrived today (undamaged from shipping) -- hopefully get it running by Sunday night.

I set warning come on at 35 psi. With limited laps, it never dropped below 48 (and I have no accusump, just Moroso oil pan). For these motors I think the Accusump is just a waste of money/weight and an additional potential failure point.

Good luck with the rebuild. Yes, agree - the Accusump seems like a bandaid with too many fittings and several feet of hose. I have not heard of an oil failure with the Moroso pan. Where did you install the oil sensor? Sounds like you retained the OEM sensor in the sandwich plate.

[robains]

I have a pic of stock and RacePak oil pressure sensors here pic 100_0988 lower right corner

The adapter I got from FF.