P3 Gauge Group Buy?

[subaruski]

I've been talking direct with P3 over the last couple weeks about getting a run of gauges made for the B9 SQ5.

They already have an S4/S5 version on the market. They would be looking for minimum of 5 committed buyers.

https://www.p3cars.com/audi/p3-v3-obd2-audi-b9-gauge-2016-2019/

https://i.imgur.com/LFdvns4.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/SJzZEtF.jpg

P3 V3 Gauge Features

Plug and Play Install - plugs directly into your OBD2 port (want to keep your OBD2 port open? hard-wire harness kit also available)
OEM Integration - installs in your vent for a sleek install while retaining air flow
Versatility - read boost from multiple OEM sensors through OBD2 port or using optional P3 analog boost sensor
Code Reading/Clearing - read and clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) on the fly

P3 V3 Gauge Readouts (all readouts can be individually configured to read in either Imperial or Metric units)

Boost (through OBD2 port using OEM sensors or with P3 analog boost sensor)
Coolant temperature
Air/Fuel ratio (can be read in AFR or Lambda)
Vehicle speed (can be calibrated in 1% increments from -9% to +20%)
Intake air temperature
Throttle angle
Ignition timing
Engine RPM
Exhaust gas temperature
Battery voltage
Programmable shift light
Analog input 1 (brown wire) can allow gauge to read any 0-5 volt linear output sensor
Analog input 2 (blue wire) can allow gauge to read any 0-5 volt linear output sensor
Acceleration timers (0-60mph/0-100mph/60-130mph)
Braking timers (60-0mph/100-0mph)

Interested AZ Members

bmock17 (paid)
meroshima (paid)
sandman00 (paid)
f10tt (paid)
JGutz (paid)
Doopie (paid)

[Mops@Nemesis]

I know one customer of mine that is 100% game and another that will likely join. I'll get this thread in front of them.

[bmock17]

I’m in. I had one in my M3 and was really happy with it.


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[Chris.green]

This is tempting but what’s the pricing they are thinking?

[subaruski]

The B8 SQ5 and B9 S4/S5 are $389 for gauge standalone and $649/$689 preinstalled in vent.

I would think B9 SQ5 pricing would be similar.

Extra vent part #80B820901A6PS can be purchased for around $100 if you want to install into vent and then fit.


This is tempting but what’s the pricing they are thinking?

[Chris.green]

Interesting. I don’t think I could justify the price for the preinstalled though.

[meroshima]

Hey @subaruski - was referred here by Mops@Nemesis, I am the customer that is 100% interested - consider me in. Let me know what you need from me to confirm commitment etc.

[sandman00]

I’m in 100 % , had it in my B8.5. They told me to buy the universal kit for the B9. Happy to know this is happening


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[F10TT]

I'm in for an OBD one. I reached out to them a couple months ago about this.

[sandman00]

Bump

how many Pre-orders must we have in order for them to get started?


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[coupesta]

Interested

[subaruski]

Here is a quick update back from Jake at P3. If we can get a few more people on board we can hit a goal of 10 and all get 25% off.


I'm just waiting on the vent to arrive so I can plan out the display. Our local friend with the new q5 should also be swinging back through today or tomorrow so I can double-check the software.

If you have at least 5 people committed and willing to pay up front I would offer a discount on these without the vent. It will take 3-4 weeks to get the materials in for the displays after we verify the software is good to go.

Retail pricing would be the same. We're looking at $389 for the gauge setup itself and the vent option would retail for $200 (Audi is very proud of their vents, haha) However, the display install in your own vent doesn't look like it will be bad at all (I'll be able to confirm that once our vent gets in early this week)

If these people are willing to pre-order and wait I would offer a discount to you all. This is where it gets a little tricky though as I'd prefer to do one transaction with one person as a "dealer". This makes it much easier to have everyone committed and ready to go. Otherwise we run into an issue where only some of the people commit and then we have some people's money but not others. Being so small we simply don't have the time to chase people around to get payment, so this would be up to you. We could then do a single payment for the initial buy.

So for this deal I would be willing to give 15% off to the people willing to pre-order knowing that they will have to wait 3-4 weeks once they make payment.

If you get 10 or more people willing to commit then I would give 25% off.

Let me know your thoughts and if you'd be willing to be the coordinator on this. I appreciate your time on this, hopefully we can get this launched!

[F10TT]

So we'd be looking at $500 installed in the vent ready to go preordered?

I'm in for that.

[subaruski]

So we'd be looking at $500 installed in the vent ready to go preordered?

I asked Jake again to clarify pricing and also if there were different vent part numbers for trims with ambient lighting.

His response eludes to wanting to just offer the gauge stand alone for the initial run.

So we would be $331.50 for gauge alone with 5-9 buyers and $291.75 for 10+ buyers.


That's the vent we received, I just pulled a VIN from a used car ad online to order that one. I am not sure if there are different trims available or not.

Yes, the price would be $389+$200 for the vent but I would rather not offer the vent option on this pre-order deal just to avoid any extra variables at this point. I'd prefer to keep it simple as possible.

For the time being I'd like to verify the software and then get our initial round of display parts in so we can get these going for you. I'll have Matt start drawing up the display, let me know if you have any other questions.

[sandman00]

I’m in again and will pay and wait


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[F10TT]

I'll pay and wait. If they're trimming the gauge and providing install instructions I'm good to go.

[subaruski]

Sounds good. I'll update everyone once I hear back from Jake after software testing.


I’m in again and will pay and wait


I'll pay and wait. If they're trimming the gauge and providing install instructions I'm good to go.

[meroshima]

Ill pay and wait as well, I’m in.

[wires]

Yup, interested as well. Love it on my BMW

[F10TT]

Any updates on this?

[subaruski]

Nothing yet. I’ll drop P3 an email on Monday.


Any updates on this?

[subaruski]

P3 is close to finishing these gauges up. Software is good to go. They should have one installed in a customer car by the end of the week.

[nefkntym]

Good news, still interested. Just emailed you as well.

[bmock17]

Good news, still interested. Just emailed you as well.

x2


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[Doopie]

I am in!

[JGutz]

P3 is close to finishing these gauges up. Software is good to go. They should have one installed in a customer car by the end of the week.

I’m also in!


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[Butters13]

I'm in if this is still gonna happen.

[sandman00]

I had lots of fun with this in my B8 , can’t wait thanks again


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[wires]

Do you know if they are doing the analog boost version as well, or just the OBD2 version? I'd be looking for the analog boost version so I can see actual boost (using the JB4).

[subaruski]

Analog boost sensor is an add on. The p3 setup allows for 2 additional analog inputs if needed.

https://www.p3cars.com/accessories/p3-analog-boost-sensor/

I was eyeing the ethanol sensor too.

https://www.p3cars.com/accessories/p3-ethanol-sensor-voltage-adaptor/


Do you know if they are doing the analog boost version as well, or just the OBD2 version? I'd be looking for the analog boost version so I can see actual boost (using the JB4).

[wires]

A little different. On my BMW, I have the straight analog version (here is the B8 link):
https://www.p3cars.com/audi/p3-analog-gauge-audi-q5-2008-2017/

It doesn't connect to the OBD2 port, so you lose those diagnostics, and has a dedicated boost sensor on the unit. You just need to connect the 1/8" line to it. Typically is cheaper as well ($130 less).

Just curious...

[subaruski]

I'll shoot a question to Jake at P3 and see whats up.

EDIT: Analog version, gauge only, available at $234


A little different. On my BMW, I have the straight analog version (here is the B8 link):
https://www.p3cars.com/audi/p3-analog-gauge-audi-q5-2008-2017/

It doesn't connect to the OBD2 port, so you lose those diagnostics, and has a dedicated boost sensor on the unit. You just need to connect the 1/8" line to it. Typically is cheaper as well ($130 less).

Just curious...

[wires]

Thanks for checking. Need to check how to connect the analog line before I do something "stupid" and buy it. :)

[Doopie]

How do we order?

[subaruski]

Check your PMs


How do we order?

[subaruski]

Making a little progress here. Attached is a picture of P3's test fit gauge. Jake at p3 wasn't happy with the fitment along the left side so he is ordering a new set of glass. Says that puts us back about 2-3 weeks unfortunately.

On a positive note, that will give more time to get the last additional people to jump on the group buy so we can get the lowest price possible.

https://i.imgur.com/tmFwwfY.jpg

[nefkntym]

I am sorry, I will have to walk away from this. Please take me off the list, I no longer have a B9 SQ5.

[subaruski]

P3 gauges for B9 SQ5 are ready to roll! If you have not PMd me directly to get on the list please do so ASAP. I'll be emailing everyone that has responded so far with final update and order process.

New pics are updated in the first post.

[subaruski]

Going to keep this open for anyone else for just a couple more days. Drop me a PM if you're interested in joining.

[sandman00]

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[DiscoDan]

Going to keep this open for anyone else for just a couple more days. Drop me a PM if you're interested in joining.

How's the install on this? Have a doc/instructions on such?

[subaruski]

Install is pretty straight forward. Hardest part is popping the trim pieces off.

Here are install vids on B9 s4/s5

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPyQksCXJFA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jidZG22NhsM

P3 will be providing full install video for the B9 SQ5 shortly. They are finishing up install on a demo car currently.


How's the install on this? Have a doc/instructions on such?

[subaruski]

Closing the group buy shortly as everyone who has signed up has paid in. If anyone is on the fence be sure to reach out in the next day or two.

[bmock17]

A little install tip for those who were in on the group buy. When you get the vent itself out, just remove the top two slats, not all 5 of them. Once you remove the top two, the P3 gauge snaps right in. If you remove all 5, it’s a little tricky getting the bottom 3 back in. Plus you don’t have to worry about breaking the bottom 3 slats.

Unfortunately I learned the hard way and broke the middle slat. Luckily FF10 was kind enough to send me his old vent. This time I just removed the top 2 slats and popped in the gauge.


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[sandman00]

Thanks for the tip !


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[bmock17]

Thanks for the tip !


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[bmock17]

And I meant F10TT as far as the other member. He voluntarily offered me his old vent. I tried to give him some money but he refused. All you hear about nowadays is the negative. He seems like a really good guy and definitely went the extra mile to help me.


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[satyr36]

Guess this never happened?

[sandman00]

Guess this never happened?

Yes this happened. I’m very pleased with my P3 . Called them and see what they can do for you


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[Local]

I gotta say, I love the idea of the p3 vent guage, but the execution just isn't that awesome.

if they had a bigger screen, could project a digital boost gauge - that would be pretty sweet.

Personally I just plug in a simple bluetooth OBD2 box into my port and run Torque pro on my phone,. All kinds of information, digital guages, 1/4mile and 0-60 times. Pretty much everything you need.

For deeper ECU stuff I just use OBDeleven.

[Gunnarrrrr]

I gotta say, I love the idea of the p3 vent guage, but the execution just isn't that awesome.

if they had a bigger screen, could project a digital boost gauge - that would be pretty sweet.

Personally I just plug in a simple bluetooth OBD2 box into my port and run Torque pro on my phone,. All kinds of information, digital guages, 1/4mile and 0-60 times. Pretty much everything you need.

For deeper ECU stuff I just use OBDeleven.

broke: steering column gauge pods

woke: vent gauge pods and P3 gauges

bespoke: 3d print your own housings to mount arduinos and oled screens and program them to do whatever you want like I do for my B6’s

https://i.ibb.co/QM8GFLz/IMG-9144.jpg


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[Local]

Very cool

[muffinman92]

Anyone in for another group buy?

[Local]

Anyone in for another group buy?

depends on price.

Its one of those "might be cool to have" but def spending money on other things first unless its a great deal.

[muffinman92]

So we would be $331.50 for gauge alone with 5-9 buyers and $291.75 for 10+ buyers.


This was original pricing