Whats the difference between wideband gauges and normal gauges? Whats more reccommended: electrical or mechanical gauges? Im assuming electrical but they are more expensive. What gauges are easiest to install? What gauges are reccommended for a SC? Im a mechanical guy....not a electrical guy so anything electric im not up to par. Anything mechanical....I surpass all. Thanks for the help and opinions.

 

I'm not sure what you mean by a 'wideband' versus a 'regular' .. but I'm going to assume that you mean a 'wideband' gauge and a 'typical air/fuel' gauge. A typical air/fuel gauge can also be called a narrowband -- it doesn't give very accurate readings except at WOT (wide open throttle) and, IMO, is generally useless unless you want a pretty light show while driving. A wideband, however, will give you a decent reading of your air/fuel ratios at all times while the car is running. It can be immensely helpful with diagnosing engine issues.

I don't think any kind of gauge is particularly difficult to install. It's just a matter of knowing where to tap into. Though a wideband can require a little extra effort, if you don't already have a bung tapped into your exhaust system for the sensor.

Electrical gauges tend to be better, but mechanical -- for certain applications -- can do just as well.