Turbo Timers And Other Electronics... Where To Place?

[Xizor]

Hi Guys,

I've posted a few threads over the past months asking i guess annoying questions. Well, here is another. Where do you guys mount/locate/whatever turbo timers, gauges, electronic displays etc?

Basically, i really like the look of the HKS type 1 turbo timer. I want it. And i want to be able to see it when im driving. But i am very worried about a copper or RTA defecting me for it and then having to go blue slip and basically being royally f**ked. I see pics of you guys with things on the dash, pillar etc and i know its illegal. Basically i dont want to get caught for obvious stuff. What are my options?

I was thinking, and this is just a thought, that perhaps i could remove the double din audio system, replace it with a single din HU and in the din below it, put the turbo timer there somehow... with some sort of face plate covering it for when i need it to be not seen. Is that doable?

My only other option i can think of to keep a low profile is get one of those small apexi ones and have it under the dash/steering column.. but i like the HKS.

[SKY 34]

why would you want to be able to see a turbo timer?

[gt-t_r34]

i put mine on the spacer between the steering wheel i have it set on speedo because mine is out by 10k but ive never had any problems id just tell them its a information unit like a RSM, and also it flicks over (to timer mode) when you switch the keys off. the HKS ones are good i wanted one of those the TYPE 1 but there pretty enpensive so i have got the greddy fully auto timer, practicly the same but the HKS takes out the speed limiter the reason i liked it but when i get my power fc that will do it for me!!

cheers simon

[Wink]

My Profec is on the steering wheel column and my SAFC is right in the middle of my dash facing toward me (above the middle aircon vents).

No way is it stealthy but it looks nice

[Xizor]

Want to be able to see it because it does more than just act as a turbo timer.

Thats an idea on the steering wheel column and tell them its an information display for speedo... that legal? Good idea!! I might just do that.

Whats this about the HKS disabling the speed limiter??

[r32_Gts4]

i have my turbo timer under my steering wheel column and my boost controller on top. it looks cool as it both lights up red

coppers pulled me ova and didnt say anything cause i set my turbo timer to read batt vaults and boost controller set on something else

[Xizor]

Yeah that sounds like a good idea. Just make sure i learn the quick key combo to disable turbo timer function so car turns off straight away if i get pulled over.

Edit:

Actually can you guys show me a photo of yours setup? Want to get exact ideas in my head so i can get a good idea before my car arrives!!

Edited March 3, 2006 by Xizor

[KBNR32]

i stuck my apexi turbo timer on the top of my girls ass, that way, i kept track of how long i was doing her doggy style for.

I guess put it where u want, and what works well for u. I guess inovation can be a charm .

[sproosy]

Ive got the same setup as r32_Gts4.

Just under ther steering colum, to the right side where the dash goes down and meets the tunnel for the gearbox.

A turbo timer is only illegal if you leave the car running and walk away from it whilst engine is running. I had a cop hassle me about it ages ago and i told him its used for when i take my car to the track, once i have done a few laps and come back to the pits i can let the car cool down.

I cant remember the exact law or phrase for lusing a turbo timer in public but you could try the RTA website or even go to your local police station and enquire!