[spaceman_spiff]

I'm working with Supreme Power Parts on a GB for their A-Pillar pod kit.

The original cost is $265 with a VDO boost gauge, and they are running a special for $225. If you don't want the gauge, you can get the pillar only for $200. The final details are falling into place, so if you want in, post your email addresses in here for now, and when Eric gives me the final details, I'll post them for all to see!
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[eas]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar

Any chance of getting both for $199 if there is enough interest?

 

[spaceman_spiff]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (eas)

unfortunately, no. i originally tried for that, but because of his fabric distributer ($$), he said they couldn't do it.
fyi, when i did the feeler for this, many people didn't even want the gauge, because the VDO included apparently rattles a little more than other gauges and isn't as accurate as others available. -just a little research info in case you are new to gauges and needed help

(i'm sure some people have good luck with them and like how they work, i am just reporting what i've heard. that said, please try not to flood this post with too much gauge talk (some is fine). i just want to try to keep it on topic so it doesn't get too messy. thanks!!)

 

[Praetorian1]

Group Buy on A-Pillar (Airbag Compatible)

Is this only a 1 guage pod and does it come matched to your interior like the one in the pic?

 

[NOLOVELINUS]

2 things I need to know before I buy.
1. How is it air bag compatable. (I just assumed the A pillar was a right off)
2. Which web site can I look at to get a better picture?
thanks

 

[spaceman_spiff]

Group Buy on A-Pillar (Airbag Compatible)

"Is this only a 1 guage pod and does it come matched to your interior like the one in the pic?"
-yes, it's only one so it doesn't interfere with the airbags. as for the color, that's one question i'm waiting on (expect an answer today)

"How is it air bag compatable. (I just assumed the A pillar was a right off)"
"Which web site can I look at to get a better picture?"
There has much debate about this, but in this pic, you'll see that that only a little bit og the actual bag comes out, and it's only at the top. The thing doesn't fly open, it just splits enough to let out the end.

as for a better picture, that is the only one off of their site, so we'll have to rely on fellow vortexers for more. (i think axe angel is going to post some of his... )

 

[Gambit]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (Airbag Compatible) Gauge Pods -

What's the timeframe and might as well ask it - what are better boost gauges that will fit in this housing? Are prices shipped?

 

[houstonspeedfreek]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (Airbag Compatible) Gauge Pods - (Gambit)

Count me in for just the gauge pod. I've been dealing with an Autometer gauge pod and it is kinda ugly looking, this would definitely finish off my interior. My email is [email protected]

 

[einsig]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (houstonspeedfreek)

Depending on time frame and some more details I'm in for just the pod. What exactly does that include? I assume just he housing, mounting stuff, and color matched fabric? What guages other than the VDO will work with this? I'd like and Autometer or something a bit more acurate than the VDO.

 

[houstonspeedfreek]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (einsig)

Autometer gauges will work in that too. I'm actually using an A'PEXi boost guage that is 60mm in diameter, so I'll have to dremel it out a bit.

 

[spaceman_spiff]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (einsig)

well, here's the list of final questions i sent eric last night... i expect a response today.
-what colors are available
-what size gauge do they accomodate
-how are we going to work the whole core-charge thing
-how long is the turn around time on these
-how long should i keep this gb open for
-how should we work the contact thing (you guys call them directly, or do i get your email addresses and pass them on...)
when i get the answers, i'll post it all. as for mounting hardware, i'm pretty sure this just clips/slides in like the stock one does.

 

[boraIV]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (spaceman_spiff)

to me, looks like the regular pods will work:

ry

 

[spoolin]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (boraIV)

waiting for all the info.....
colors, size guage it fits, and turn around time

 

[mbuxton]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (spoolin)

I'm in for a triple pod (I don't have an airbag in my 01 Jetta). Find out the price..I think it's $100 for each additional pod regularly...so maybe $400 for it?
Matt

 

[Spiro SU]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (mbuxton)

Hey, I'm in for a single pod. I'm getting an autometer gauge though. My one question is what colors do they come in? Count me in.

 

[Derek Jones]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (Spiro SU)

Why would anyone pay 200 bucks for a pod, when it looks like you could use any pod as long as it is mounted low enough

 

[Revelate]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (Airbag Compatible) Gauge Pods -with or without a VDO boost gauge

I'm interested in the pod only. Can SPP confirm that other brands fit in the pod, or give me the diameter of the pod so I can search for myself?
I'm new to gauges, but from the other thread on this there were two brand, Autometer, and something that started with an "O" that were better than VDO. Does anyone have a rough guesstimate on what these gauges would cost? Since $25 extra will get you a VDO gauge, I wouldn't expect another brand to go for more than ~$50.

 

[Derek Jones]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (Airbag Compatible) Gauge Pods -with or without a VDO boost gauge

quote:[HR][/HR]something that started with an "O" that were better than VDO. [HR][/HR]​

Omari

 

[Revelate]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (Airbag Compatible) Gauge Pods

quote:[HR][/HR]something that started with an "O" that were better than VDO.
Omari [HR][/HR]​

Thanks for the link.
$165 for a stinking gauge?!!!! Why don't I just give them my car in trade for the gauge, they probably wouldn't think it unreasonable.
Annoyed at the Ripoff Artists of the Aftermarket,
Dane

 

[spoolin]

Re: Group Buy on A-Pillar (Airbag Compatible) Gauge Pods (Revelate)

I used the white faced Phantom, autometer. then put the Little red bulb cap on the bulb. The red is a very close match to the red interior lights!!! looks nice.