are there any specfic boost gauges that are really good? i went to my local autozone and they had a mechanical sunpro boost gauge for $24.99 would that work fine? does anyone have any experience with sun pro products? im not trying to spend more than $50

 

I have that same gauge mounted on my steering wheel. no real issues, only that it kinda buzzes sometimes under hard acceleration, but im pretty sure a no-buzz fitting will solve, just havent gotten around to it yet.. and the fittings/vacuum hose it comes with leaves much to be desired...

 

i have this one in my vent, no issues seems precise and can change the bulb in the back to a red one to match dash etc.vacuum/boost gauge. you may be able to find it a bit cheaper but i like it, simple and works.

Autometer Ultra-Lite Mechanical Boost/Vacuum Gauge 2 1/16" Dia Silver Face 4303 (046074043031) | eBay

 

Whatever you decide to pick up, make sure it shows both boost and vacuum.

VDO and Podi are pretty popular. I picked up this kit from ECS Tuning a while back for mine and it works great. The description is wrong, the gauge you get actually shows boost and vacuum.

Anti-buzz T-fittings are key.

 

thanks for the info the sunpro one shows boost and vacuum.

 

don't go glow shift, garbage...well IMO

 

I'm quite partial to the AWE tuning vent gauge. It retains the vent functionality and looks the most OEM, IMO. It is on the pricier side of gauges, but I think its worth it. I picked up mine used for half price, they're out there.

AWE Tuning Center Vent Boost Gauge - 1.8T - B5 A4 (97 - 01) - A4 - Audi - PRODUCTS