Boost Guage

[BigMike]

I just had a boost guage and EGT on my truck. I understand what the importance of watching EGT's are, but I'm not sure what the boost guage tells me. I just had it installed and haven't driven it much. I'll be pulling my 5th wheel this summer, so want to make sure I know what I'm doing. Appreciate some feedback from some of you experts.

TDR is a great resource. Glad I found it!

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1999, 2500, 4X4, QC, Laramie SLT, 5 spd, KN Filter, ISB Plug n' Power, BD Exhaust Brake, Bugshield w/eyebrows. Bedliner, Diamond Plated Rail Protectors, Better Built tool box.
Pull a 2000 30. 5' Terry Manor 5th Wheel. GVRW 12000lbs.

 

[azcummins]

BigMike-
Your boost will tell you how hard your engine is working. Obviously if you are pulling a hill then your truck will be doing more work but I like to watch so I can see just how much I'm putting my foot into it.

It is also fun to drive up and down the interstate and stomp on it and let off. Not only do you get the cool sound of the turbo, you get the needle falling and dropping too.

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Mark Callahan

1998. 5 3500 4x4 24V 5spd, Geno's Muffler Kit, Chrome exhaust, Western Hauler Headache Rack, Chrome Rocker Panels, A-Pillar Mounted Boost ,EGT and Oil Temp Gauges, Rhino Linings sprayed in bed liner , CATZ lights, No Turbo Silencer Ring (Yeah Baby!)

 

[BigMike]

Is there some level I should get concerned or is it a function of the combination of boost pressure and EGT's.

Originally posted by azcummins:
BigMike-
Your boost will tell you how hard your engine is working. Obviously if you are pulling a hill then your truck will be doing more work but I like to watch so I can see just how much I'm putting my foot into it.

It is also fun to drive up and down the interstate and stomp on it and let off. Not only do you get the cool sound of the turbo, you get the needle falling and dropping too.

 

[illflem]

Mike,the main reason I use my boost gauge is for fuel economy,the lower you can keep it the better your mpgs. It's also great for diagnostic purposes,if you experiencing a loss of power your boost gauge can point you in the right direction such as a plugged air filter or intake leak.