About to take ownership of the new patrol (straight off the dock) and I have some Autometer pryo/boost gauges lined up for install (it helps to have a mate who is the manager of an Autobarn store, I also worked for Autobarn for 7 years in a previous life but that is a different story) ... but have been thinking about installing an Autron package instead. Bit more pricey but includes pillar pod, boost/pyro and dual battery gauges. $640 seems to be the going rate.

Just want to clarify a couple of things before making a decision -feel free to chime in Autron owners and opinionated others!

I've scoured the net to find a pic of the 'MAP sensor' they use for the boost gauge but haven't had any luck. [quote from the site: "The Boost is measured using an MAP sensor provided in a small electronics box"]. What does that mean? For those that have the Autron gauge, does this 'electronic box' replace the stock MAP sensor or does it plumb in as per other 'normal' boost gauges?

I'm keen to have the boost pressure read post intercooler via usual plumbing port and not rely on the vehicle management system.

Secondly, am I crazy to go to Autron instead of Autometer?