Wideband necessary?

[04BlkWRX]

I was wondering if a Wideband is necessary, i plan to upgrade my 04 WRX to stage two: cobb AP, TBE, UP, and maybe an intake and i was thinking about upgrading my intercooler to the STI one.(intercooler not very likley)but other than that is it even necessary to get a wideband? i just got a boost gauge for my car and i bought the Bezel gauge cluster...not that it matters but i have an extra spot and i was thinking of what gauge to put and i thought of the A/F R and i knew electronic was no good.. so i considered a wideband. Sorry if im confusing, Help would be appreciated. THANX!

[mosc]

If you're getting it to look pretty, it doesn't matter what the #### it is. If you're getting it to tune, you need a wideband. Doesn't sound like you're actually going to tune with it though so I'd just get something cheap with lots of pretty colors. Maybe one that has a button that whistles at you too, those are fun.

[b7g]

...lots of pretty colors...mmm...
Really, EGT or Oil pressure, or temperature; same color as the boost gauge. It will look good and mean something...

[suddenthomas]

Originally Posted by mosc

Doesn't sound like you're actually going to tune with it though so I'd just get something cheap with lots of pretty colors. Maybe one that has a button that whistles at you too, those are fun.

[04BlkWRX]

well mosc....First of all #### you. *edited out a tirade*

[mosc]

gauges help you tune. If you're not going to tune, they don't tell you very much useful information. If you intend to tune your car, you need a wideband. If not, you really don't need any gauges. Gauges on most cars are strictly show parts.

[newtothegame]

I agree with were Mosc is trying to point you, he is right. But like b7g said/mentioned those ones will be a little better for safe guarig your engine should something go wrong.

[AWD_JOE]

if your not gonna use the wideband to tune ...........save your $275 and put it in gas....