Easily keep an eye on your engine with a gauge mounted in a ColumnPod™. The ColumnPod™ allows you to simply and quickly add 2", 2 1/16", or 52mm gauges to the steering column of your B5 Passat. Molded from ABS and matched in color and gloss, the ColumnPod™ looks like an OEM installation. It holds the gauge at an angle that minimizes distractions and helps keep your eyes on the road.  New South Performance's exclusive design allows the full range of height and telescopic adjustment of the steering column and hides all wires and tubes from view. If your car has A-pillar airbags, ColumnPod™ gives you an alternative to a pillar-mounted pod. The ColumnPod can be ordered by itself or as part of a TurboPod™ bundle that includes a ColumnPod™, VDO turbo boost gauge, tubing, connectors and wiring.

 

Applications: Volkswagen Passat (B5) 1998 - 2004

 

On Apr 29, 2008, MATTHEW L. said: Rating: Pod sits over existing steering column and isn't noticeable from the exterior of the car or inside the car. Used velcro instead of double sided tape for a clean install that can be accessed in the future if necessary. It does not match the plastic color 100% but blends in nicely. You'd really have to look very close to notice the color difference. Recommend this over a pillar install. It's much cleaner and less obvious it's more than the average passat. As the picture shows it only obscures the view of the redline on the tach. All instrumentation is 100% viewable. Depending on your steering wheel positioning it may not even block any of the dash instrumentation. Installed on: 2000 Volkswagen Passat (B5) Own this item? Write your own review!