okay so tomorrow i m picking up my 9 and friday i want to either buy springs or put a boost gauge and also which boost gauge? Just wanted to get a input of what i should do...

 

AEM 5 bar digital boost gauge, or a Defi Boost gauge. Not springs, definately a boost gauge!

 

nice starting the modding before you even have the car seriously though congrats on the new ride definitely do springs later... mbc??

 

+1

 

what gauge matches the evo interior??

 

im a fan of prosport gauges

 

Definitely get a boost gauge. That was the very first thing I bought for my evo. It helped me to discover the factory boost solenoid wasn't hooked up, and that I was only boosting to wastegate pressure. If you've got the cash, get a Defi BF Amber series gauge and the Control Unit II. The Prosport gauges are a little cheaper, and if you want an accurate gauge that gets the job done without all the flashiness, go with Stewart Warner.

 

i think i might go w/ the prosport gauge and by the spring, since the gauge is really cheap compared to defi...thank for the help guys

 

defi BF amber setup is the best IMO. matches perfectly and sexy to boot. springs can wait. stock springs are fine. and anyway NYC roads suck to begin with..do you reallie want to feel it that much more. Recaros up the *** is not my cup of tea. but props to an Evo 9 on the NYC streets. dont forget your LoJack...2way... and alpha locks =)

 

If you do choose to lower the car, remember to reset the alignment. I've seen too many people on the road who are running massive front and rear +camber because they dont know jack about modifying suspensions.

 

It really depends on you. I would go for springs if you are still stock, but if you're looking to modify pretty soon a boost gauge wouldn't be a bad idea.

 

i m thinking of the compustar alarm system w/ the tracking device...but how much would lojack cost?

 

Hey Bro! I would actually go with a wideband and a tactrix cable first! LOL Gotta love openECU! But back to your original question, gauges first then springs IMO. The Prosport gauges match the factory gauges very nicely. I have the ProSport EGT, Boost and Oil Pressure gauges in the A pillar pod and the AEM Wideband on the column mount. I'll try to post a picture later if I can get my stupid camera working. LOL

Josh

 

that would be awesome...thanks

 

go with a gauge first.