ScanGauge Mounts

BilgeRat · #1 (**permalink**) 10-29-2008, 09:32 PM

Got my ScanGauge today, and have it temporarily mounted on top of the column like most folks seem to. I am not too fond of this position as it blocks some of the instrument pod. Looking around on ebay for mounts, I found one that mounts to the rear view mirror stalk and another that is a Ram Mount suction cup and ball joint with a bit of aluminum channel with setscrews to hold the ScanGauge.

The Ram Mount one (Called Xgauge) I would mount on the tiny fixed window ahead of the left outside mirror, and have the ScanGauge sit between the a-pillar and the instrument pod. How could you run the cable from here? Would a tiny drilled hole at the edge of the pod cover do it?

The second one (BlendMount) I like. It mounts the ScanGauge on the RVM stalk, either above or below the RVM. My question is about running the lead for this mount. They include an extension cable, but it would almost have to been run down the a-pillar. I'm not too keen on this on account of the side airbag, Is this doable? How likely are you to tear up the a-pillar cover or the airbag? If anybody has done any work in this area, please feel free to chime in. TIA, guys!
Tom

Firebat666 · #2 (**permalink**) 10-29-2008, 09:36 PM

i like mine in the steering colmn, i dnt need the idiot lights lol

spreadhead · #3 (**permalink**) 10-29-2008, 10:31 PM

I have mine Velcro mounted above the fuse panel opening. It's easily seen through the steering wheel and out of the sun most of the time. I don't mount it on the steering column due to it blocking several warning lights.

Fit4Pits · #4 (**permalink**) 10-29-2008, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Firebat666

i like mine in the steering colmn, i dnt need the idiot lights lol

+1 lol. Mine straddles to the left some intead of sitting directly in the middle of the speedometer. It just rests there, no velcro or anything.

I think the lights it blocks are the blinkers, headlight/foglight/high beam indicators and the low tire pressure icon. I don't need those!

solbrothers · #5 (**permalink**) 10-29-2008, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Firebat666

i like mine in the steering colmn, i dnt need the idiot lights lol

me too. *high five*

Firebat666 · #6 (**permalink**) 10-30-2008, 12:03 AM

yes virtual high five!

kamakurakid · #7 (**permalink**) 10-30-2008, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by BilgeRat

Got my ScanGauge today, and have it temporarily mounted on top of the column like most folks seem to. I am not too fond of this position as it blocks some of the instrument pod. Looking around on ebay for mounts, I found one that mounts to the rear view mirror stalk and another that is a Ram Mount suction cup and ball joint with a bit of aluminum channel with setscrews to hold the ScanGauge.

The Ram Mount one (Called Xgauge) I would mount on the tiny fixed window ahead of the left outside mirror, and have the ScanGauge sit between the a-pillar and the instrument pod. How could you run the cable from here? Would a tiny drilled hole at the edge of the pod cover do it?

The second one (BlendMount) I like. It mounts the ScanGauge on the RVM stalk, either above or below the RVM. My question is about running the lead for this mount. They include an extension cable, but it would almost have to been run down the a-pillar. I'm not too keen on this on account of the side airbag, Is this doable? How likely are you to tear up the a-pillar cover or the airbag? If anybody has done any work in this area, please feel free to chime in. TIA, guys!
Tom

Mine sits blocking the signal lights like most here. I would like to see the signal lights actually, the other day I was driving down the highway with my left blinker on......might have been for a rather long time as well. The true idiot light.

Seems to work fine though. I would avoid anything to do with airbag alterations, or anything in that area.

Watch the cable when installing, mine was making a slight tapping noise under the steering wheel housing area, drove me nuts. Wrapped the cable in cotton tape, no noise now.

solbrothers · #8 (**permalink**) 10-30-2008, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Firebat666

yes virtual high five!

hahahahaha

moegenki · #9 (**permalink**) 10-30-2008, 01:52 AM

Keeps passenger busy =)

enjoito · #10 (**permalink**) 10-30-2008, 02:28 AM

^ neet spot but doenst it distract you that its all the way there so u cant really see the displays

BilgeRat · #11 (**permalink**) 10-30-2008, 08:14 AM

Here's the two mounts-

eBay Motors: ScanGauge II XMount Kit ScanGuage, Scan Gauge (item 290269173370 end time Oct-30-08 06:05:00 PDT)

eBay Motors: MOUNT for ScanGauge II Scan Gauge Guage ScanGuage OBD2 (item 190260989610 end time Oct-30-08 12:21:56 PDT)

theloxmyth · #12 (**permalink**) 10-30-2008, 09:23 AM

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TurboManGT · #13 (**permalink**) 10-30-2008, 11:05 AM

That is exactly how I was gonna mount mine but I thought I would have to fab up a bracket. I'm glad I can just buy a kit now!!!

Rod2Rice · #14 (**permalink**) 10-30-2008, 11:24 AM

You can see mine in this pic, and no need to buy anything additional.

BilgeRat · #15 (**permalink**) 10-30-2008, 08:24 PM

Craig,
Thanks! That's the approach I will take. Did you mount it around the mirror stem or on the screws of the mirror mount? (can't get at the photos.)
Tom

theloxmyth · #16 (**permalink**) 12-04-2008, 06:09 PM

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Syco54645 · #17 (**permalink**) 12-20-2008, 01:07 PM

craig,

how did you run this down the a-pilar? is there any risk of mucking up the airbag? I totaled one fit already and the side airbag saved my head for the window...
as a side not, the sgii is only 135 on amazon with free shipping. about to pull the trigger...

kamakurakid · #18 (**permalink**) 12-20-2008, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Syco54645

craig,

how did you run this down the a-pilar? is there any risk of mucking up the airbag? I totaled one fit already and the side airbag saved my head for the window...
as a side not, the sgii is only 135 on amazon with free shipping. about to pull the trigger...

Great price! I have one already, solid investment.

feddup · #19 (**permalink**) 12-20-2008, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Syco54645

As a side note, the sgii is only 135 on amazon with free shipping. about to pull the trigger...

Have you got a link? I just checked Amazon and it was $160 as always!

kamakurakid · #20 (**permalink**) 12-20-2008, 01:36 PM

You know I was just thinking, the dealer I bought from in Ontario would be cheaper for you Fitsters in the USA (great exchange rates right now), I will see if I can find a URL.