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First Look: Awron DGA Gauge for F8X M3/M4
Just arrived on Monday, installed today:
The Awron DGA Gauge is an all-in-one display unit that presents a wide array of real time data for the 3-Series & 4-Series. Featuring a sharp, full color OLED display, the Awron DGA gauge is easily controlled using the factory steering wheel buttons for on the fly commands. By replacing one of the factory air ducts the DGA gauge flows seamlessly with BMW's interior. Awron is also the supplier for Alpina, a respected name in the BMW community. All Awron gauges ship expertly pre-assembled into an OEM air duct piece. The effect is stunning, creating an OEM look and feel that is hard to distinguish from BMW's own quality. The predominantly orange colors used in the display match the M3's gauges nicely. All data is selectable from your OEM steering wheel buttons in both German and English languages. Units can be switched from Imperial or Metric readings. This All-in-1 gauge is the perfect option for track enthusiasts, street cars or for those just wanting to add some flair and functionality to the M3's interior. The included plug and play harness with BMW-type connectors make the job of installing this many gauges easier than ever. Installation is about 1.5 hours. Once completed, the finish and quality look like it was offered from BMW. Awron DGA Displayed Values - Battery Voltage - Boost Pressure / Peak Boost - Water Temperature - Transmission Temperature - Horsepower / Peak Horsepower - Torque / Peak Torque - Dyno Graph - G-Forces / Peak G-Forces - Speed / Max Speed - Stopwatch - Sprint Times - GPS Speed - Quarter Mile Times - Light Countdown - Wideband O2 Sensor Bank - Exhaust Gas Temperature - Fuel Rail Pressure - Intake Temperature - Oil Temperature - Oil Pressure - Maximum Values Features - Steering wheel controlled (CAN) - User defines dedicated steering wheel button - Gauge ships pre-assembled into OEM air duct - Plug & play installation - Full Color OLED Display - OEM look & feel - Integrated USB port for firmware updates Models Supported 2015+ BMW F8X M3 & M4 Any questions, feel free to respond in the thread.
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let me guess, $1K?
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The Awron units come pre-installed in the vent always closest to the driver. We'll have a DIY ready in a couple of days.
Can't discuss pricing in the thread, but everything is listed on our website and soon in the sponsor's section.
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This looks awesome, Tom! I need to hit the lottery ASAP
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Sorry, I checked it out. Pretty awesome! I was 50 off.
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Especially when you factor in installation in the overall cost. A set of analog dial gauges can take over 5-6 hours to install cleanly, once you decide on a location for mounting.
Awron gauge displays are also upgradable as new features are released via the integrated USB port. Today's cars are well-insulated and AC units are so efficient, this isn't a concern. Air is still directed towards the remaining vent.
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Too bad it doesn't come as just software that will display on the iDrive screen. It seems to me this would be great for those without iDrive. Although in the case of the F8x, at least in the US, deleting iDrive is not an option. But I have been considering this for the E92 M3; it's a single humper.
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Cool factor is very high on this thing
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07-24-2014, 08:18 PM | #12 |
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seen these in action their are awesome!
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Video demo added to 1st post.
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Thats pretty damn cool!
Fits good into the interior too but it would be a shame to lose one went i think ,is it possible to develop a gauge to place somewhere else? Also whats that music in the video? I have heard it before in another video. |
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Music is "Sky Trees", by Solar Fields
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I mentioned this in the vendor thread for this thing, but I'll say here again since there's more traffic here.
The unit looks cool for sure, but the hijacking of the steering wheel buttons is what really excites me. I very badly would like to mute (or even fully control) a radar detector with the steering wheel. And if the CAN bus can use steering wheel controls, can it input data as well. Say to the HUD? Freaking out about the thought of radar alerts in my HUD and muted by the wheel... |
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Orange is the standardized color for the displays, and very easy on the eyes during night driving. This also tends to match most BMW displays.
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HVAC vent deletion okay?
I don't know if I agree with this. Just back from a road trip to Eastern Washington where temps were in the 100° range. I was barely comfortable with that vent blowing on me when sun was on my side of the car.
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Its not like any of the remaining vents can't reach the driver, the cabin will still cool down just fine as there's plenty of airflow available.
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