Aeroforce Gauges for your Ecoboost vehicle

TSS · March 04, 2014, 09:31:28 AM

I saw a single pod that was universal and mounted near the base of the A pillar near the windshield. I liked it, but it was 105 bucks. I don't have any issue paying that kind of money for the pod, but was just uncertain of the quality. Todd, any single pod/column mount suggestions? I want column mount or near the windshield/A pillar. I know nobody is going to mkake one for the MKS (because they will sell 2 of them maximum) - so universal is what I am searching. As soon as I find a pod, I am ordering the gauge from you.

mval · March 04, 2014, 10:04:35 AM

I know Chris & I have discussed it, but was unfeasible for him to do. & TSS the one that I saw that was a dual pod A pillar was the black one that Storm used to modify it to work on his before he sold it. The problem is both Chris & I & most likely you want is something to match the fabric that was there & not look like it was just stuck on but more like Chris center pod & now now Todd's pod that add the extra gauges without disturbing the aesthics of the car. I'm very interested as want to add oil pressure gauge & one other gauge for sure to my car. Other than that a column pod maybe the only choice.
mikev

BiGMaC · March 04, 2014, 11:04:06 AM

Quote from: mval on March 04, 2014, 10:04:35 AM
The problem is both Chris & I & most likely you want is something to match the fabric that was there & not look like it was just stuck on but more like Chris center pod & now now Todd's pod
mikev

bpd Mike had his A pillar and the mounted pod leather wrapped... looks good. If the cloth couldn't be easily matched I bet either leather or perhaps a vinyl to match the dash. If you did the wrap on both A pillars there wouldn't be any aesthetic asymmetry. If cloth is the main desire and it's not available to you retail I bet you could cut the headliner out of a wrecked car and use that.

TSS · March 04, 2014, 11:12:03 AM

I am actually not worried about color matching. SEM Leather Dye and Vinyl dye and Fabric Dye is great stuff i have used many times. You can get it (and color charts) from most Auto Body Shop Suppliers. I already have a can for the MKS that I would be satisfied with IF I decided to paint it. .

Also, my dash is black anyway, so if something sat in the dash tucked way up near the a pillar/windshield intersection, I would likely be okay if it was black. BUT, I only want one pod. AND, I want the gauge pod to be small and discreet and blend in.

BiGMaC · March 04, 2014, 11:30:06 AM

Quote from: TSS on March 04, 2014, 11:12:03 AM
I am actually not worried about color matching.

Agreed about color and changing... I was talking about matching the texture of the material used for the pillar wrap.

Brucelinc · March 04, 2014, 12:01:38 PM

Also, my dash is black anyway, so if something sat in the dash tucked way up near the a pillar/windshield intersection, I would likely be okay if it was black. BUT, I only want one pod. AND, I want the gauge pod to be small and discreet and blend in.

I will be anxious to see what you come up with for your MKS. I am interested in the same thing you are but do not see a very good place to mount it. I thought about that wasted space in the console where it says LINCOLN, but that is too far out of sight and I don't really want to mess with taking that panel off.

TSS · March 04, 2014, 12:22:14 PM

^^ thought of that too - but not discreet and low profile enough for me....and I don't like vent pods - they look tacky to me.

TSS · March 04, 2014, 02:20:56 PM

I am trying to find a rear view of the gauge so I know where the OB2 input attaches to the gauge as I ponder install idea. Does it enter from the bottom? Backside? How big is the connector (to the gauge itself). Any non front facing photo would help! Thanks!

ONLYA6 · March 04, 2014, 02:31:04 PM

Here ya go

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TSS · March 04, 2014, 02:56:12 PM

thanks!!! Looks like the input connector goes right in the back side? thx.

Boggus · March 04, 2014, 08:43:38 PM

Isn't there a pod where the sunglasses holder is?

forcefedjunkie · March 04, 2014, 09:49:08 PM

Quote from: TSS on March 04, 2014, 09:31:28 AM
I saw a single pod that was universal and mounted near the base of the A pillar near the windshield. I liked it, but it was 105 bucks. I don't have any issue paying that kind of money for the pod, but was just uncertain of the quality. Todd, any single pod/column mount suggestions? I want column mount or near the windshield/A pillar. I know nobody is going to mkake one for the MKS (because they will sell 2 of them maximum) - so universal is what I am searching. As soon as I find a pod, I am ordering the gauge from you.

Not that I know of at this time. We're thinking about buying a 3D printer to do custom pods like this but we're not there yet.

I was looking at pics of your dash and there looks to be a center dash speaker cover similar to the SHO, this dual pod would probably fit there as well as on my SHO.

Todd

SHOFlex11 · March 04, 2014, 09:55:23 PM

I found this universal dual steering column mount through Perrin that I am going to give a shot:

http://perrinperformance.com/i-13323984-dual-gauge-pod.html

EcoPowerParts · March 04, 2014, 09:56:24 PM

Todd the guys are busting my ass that I don't have a way to mount the dual guages like you did on your car.

Let's figure out a way too get these set up for Flex/SHO/Explorer Sport

forcefedjunkie · March 04, 2014, 10:00:14 PM

I was asked to tell you guys how I did the steering column dual pod shown in the youtube video. It was very easy but looked pretty good I thought. I used 2 Autometer angle rings:

I ground a flat spot on the large end on both rings.

I attached to the steering column using 3M tape.

The cables were easy to hide around and under the steering column. Finished product looked like this:

Or watch the video for better perspective.

Todd