DIY: ATI 60mm Vent Pod Install With Defi Gauge

[OrbitalEllipses]

Originally Posted by RallySport Direct

Now you might be wondering why we need a boost gauge.... well, stay tuned

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[Draco_PR23]

I was thinking about getting the vent pod and the adapter too since my gauge is a 52mm

[ft_sjo]

Originally Posted by RallySport Direct

I would imagine it would work on either side without a problem as the internals to the vents should be identical left to right. I would want to confirm fitment before saying that for sure though.

Toyota/Subaru list different part numbers for the left and right side vents.

[RallySport Direct]

Originally Posted by eikond

Thanks! Rick do you want me to order direct on the website or contact you through PM? Any discounts for forum members here?

Best to order it over the site for the easiest and quickest method. Unfortunately we do not offer any additional discount

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

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HAHA you will just have to wait... should not be much longer though!

Originally Posted by Draco_PR23

I was thinking about getting the vent pod and the adapter too since my gauge is a 52mm

Yeah I think that should be a great setup for you!

Originally Posted by ft_sjo

Toyota/Subaru list different part numbers for the left and right side vents.

Thank you for this. I would imagine the ring that the ATI piece replaces would be the same Left to Right, but it is possible they are different. I will try to dig into this some more.

Thanks,
Rick

[xwd]

I did the vent install with a Greddy Multi D/A gauge. It's 62mm so I don't think it would work with this adapter. As long as you are okay with cutting a small hole in the fuse box cover for the wires there are fuses you can use for all of the wires as well. You can use the add-a-circuit things.

[2point0]

Very clean! Not just the DIY but the car is coming along nicely.

FYI - you've got a double-post of the same pic in the wiring section where it says to remove a screw behind the panel. Meaning, same pic for pointing out two screws.


Any info on a 52mm-only pod at some point?

My only concern is that although I don't use AC often, I want as much of a blast as I can get when I do use it. The adapter fills the space, but doesn't give any more venting. Plus, I'd rather buy one part than two.

[OrbitalEllipses]

Originally Posted by 2point0

My only concern is that although I don't use AC often, I want as much of a blast as I can get when I do use it. The adapter fills the space, but doesn't give any more venting. Plus, I'd rather buy one part than two.

I don't know that I'd use the left vent for a gauge...I use A/C (and heat) often AND I notice that the left side is the only one I can really aim where I want. The vents above the center stack are kinda useless in aiming where I want them to go. Sacrifices must be made for boost though.

[2point0]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

The vents above the center stack are kinda useless in aiming where I want them to go.

Good point. Really not sure which way I want to go, but the gauge pod options for this car are really slim so far. People are trying, but nothing really gets up and screams "this is the one!"

[ft_sjo]

Originally Posted by RallySport Direct

Thank you for this. I would imagine the ring that the ATI piece replaces would be the same Left to Right, but it is possible they are different. I will try to dig into this some more.

It looks as if only the front silver trim ring is universal, but the housing and inside section come as a unique pair:

[RallySport Direct]

Originally Posted by dwx

I did the vent install with a Greddy Multi D/A gauge. It's 62mm so I don't think it would work with this adapter. As long as you are okay with cutting a small hole in the fuse box cover for the wires there are fuses you can use for all of the wires as well. You can use the add-a-circuit things.

I really like the Greddy Multi D/A gauge and was thinking you may be able to modify the ATI ring to accept the 62mm gauge, it may not look as clean as I would imagine you would overlap onto the vent opening around the gauge. It should work, but may not look as clean.

Originally Posted by 2point0

Very clean! Not just the DIY but the car is coming along nicely.

FYI - you've got a double-post of the same pic in the wiring section where it says to remove a screw behind the panel. Meaning, same pic for pointing out two screws.


Any info on a 52mm-only pod at some point?

My only concern is that although I don't use AC often, I want as much of a blast as I can get when I do use it. The adapter fills the space, but doesn't give any more venting. Plus, I'd rather buy one part than two.

Got the picture fixed, good catch

They did not have any immediate plans to go with the 52mm specific gauge, but you could always use their 60mm to 52mm adapters in a pinch. Hopefully one will come out soon for the 52mm guys, and will allow for more venting around the gauge.

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

I don't know that I'd use the left vent for a gauge...I use A/C (and heat) often AND I notice that the left side is the only one I can really aim where I want. The vents above the center stack are kinda useless in aiming where I want them to go. Sacrifices must be made for boost though.

Yeah, I think as more and more people modify this car, we will see more options for mounting. I really like this pod and am very pleased with it all around, but it would be nice to see more options on the market, which I can't imagine we will have to wait very long.

Originally Posted by 2point0

Good point. Really not sure which way I want to go, but the gauge pod options for this car are really slim so far. People are trying, but nothing really gets up and screams "this is the one!"

I was really excited when I saw this pod and I knew that we were finally starting to get some good aftermarket solutions for gauge mounting. I expect to see more and more innovative solutions coming out shortly.

Originally Posted by ft_sjo

It looks as if only the front silver trim ring is universal, but the housing and inside section come as a unique pair:

Wow, great information! I would have assumed they were the same, but you know what happens when you assume!


Thanks for everyone's input, I love when threads start going in this direction. Helpful, constructive, thought provoking and it gives manufacturers an idea of what the customers want. Big thumbs up to everyone!

Thanks,
Rick

[RallySport Direct]

Let me know if anyone needs more pictures, I took something like 130+ during the install haha

Thanks,
Rick

[nix]

Very cool product. Makes me wish I wasn't running a 2 5/8" (66.7mm) gauge.

[RallySport Direct]

Originally Posted by nix

Very cool product. Makes me wish I wasn't running a 2 5/8" (66.7mm) gauge.

Wow, that is a big gauge for sure! I don't think anyone will come out with a pod in this location specific for a 66mm pod, but you should be able to modify one to fit as this ATi pod has an outer diameter of 90mm. Hope this helps

Thanks,
Rick

[neutron256]

I'm really liking the adapter, and a big thanks for the DIY. It saved me tons of time. I really like that it lets me have a gauge while keeping close to an OEM look.

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