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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 08:28 AM
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I have a 94.5 7.3L turbo and I was wondering where to install the boost gauge. I didn't know if to install it at the intake tube coming off of the turbo or is there a better place to put it.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 11:05 AM
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I just t'd into my map line... You can see in this picture...
 
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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 01:46 PM
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I put mine in the metal piece coming off the turbo. Later found out I coulda done the map line. I'd go with the map line. Easier same results
 
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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 02:55 PM
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i have mine in the map line too. i made my "T" out of 1/8" brass pipe fittings.
 
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Old Dec 13, 2013 | 08:43 AM
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Does this location give a good readout on your guage and is accurate
 
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Old Dec 13, 2013 | 10:42 AM
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Yes it's fine. Other place you can do it is the intake y off the turbo.
 
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