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Posted by fredfifty (Member # 10320) on :
 
I know you pay for what you get, but this one has sold a lot through ebay. I was wondering if anybody here happened to buy this code reader and if so, how do you like it? Im not a mechanic by trade so im not spending 2k on a name brand reader lol I just need something simple, and if its crap, im only out 38 bucks. And I called auto parts stores (oreilly/autozone) to see if they can do a read for a SES light, and they said no.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/EOBD-OBD2-OBDII-Car-Scanner-Diagnostic-Live-Data-Code-Reader-Check-Engine-/131157523057?hash=item1e8998fa71&item=131157523057&pt=Motors_Automotive_Tools&vxp =mtr
 
Posted by 92_5.0 (Member # 7624) on :
 
Looks like a nice piece. Seller has good feedback and like you said, you'll only be out $38. I say do it.
 
Posted by JohnCM (Member # 1076) on :
 
Check out the app "torque" in the app store if you get a 5 dollar Bluetooth obd reader it's really efficient and cheaper than what you're looking at
 
Posted by Vndcatr (Member # 2343) on :
 
I think i bought one of those like 5 years ago just to have it in my car or something, It works well, Nothing special.. If i were you id get one that can read ABS codes as well. However this gets the job done.
 
Posted by Wildfire532FB (Member # 1482) on :
 
does that reader tell you what all you injectors are doing and stuff?
 
Posted by fredfifty (Member # 10320) on :
 
Shit i ordered it earlier today for $38 and it just went down to $36 now.
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
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Originally posted by Wildfire532FB:
does that reader tell you what all you injectors are doing and stuff?
Nope
 
Posted by MACK.GT (Member # 10461) on :
 
For a few dollars more I'd get the Creader VI
 
Posted by wilit (Member # 3367) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by JohnCM:
Check out the app "torque" in the app store if you get a 5 dollar Bluetooth obd reader it's really efficient and cheaper than what you're looking at
This. Torque app and an ELM 327 bluetooth scanner. Total cost is about $30. I use it and it's a great setup. It's also customizable.
 
Posted by Wildfire532FB (Member # 1482) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by wilit:
quote:
Originally posted by JohnCM:
Check out the app "torque" in the app store if you get a 5 dollar Bluetooth obd reader it's really efficient and cheaper than what you're looking at
This. Torque app and an ELM 327 bluetooth scanner. Total cost is about $30. I use it and it's a great setup. It's also customizable.
Does that one tell you what all your sensors are doing?
 
Posted by fredfifty (Member # 10320) on :
 
Damn that app and elm 327 look like a better choice but i already ordered the other one.

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Us4VO37fdDM
 
Posted by 06ragtopgt_SOS (Member # 11327) on :
 
If you want to spend a little more, the LAUNCH c-reader VIII is like $250 on amazon. It is a very solid piece for the money. Used it quite a bit when I used to wrench at the Land Rover dealership. It does P codes, abs, srs, and has recordable pids.
 
Posted by fredfifty (Member # 10320) on :
 
if you have an iphone, I guess the recommended app and interface is "dashcommand" for 9.99 and GoPoint BT1 for 120.00.

http://gopoint-technology.mybigcommerce.com/gopoint-bt1-for-apple/

http://www.palmerperformance.com/products/dashcommand/index.php

it seems pretty hard to find compatible apps and interfaces, especially for apple, and if you do find it, it needs jailbreaking.

the sure shot, quality product (if you want to use your iphone for reads) is the dashcommand app and GoPoint BT1 interface.
 
Posted by wilit (Member # 3367) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Wildfire532FB:
quote:
Originally posted by wilit:
quote:
Originally posted by JohnCM:
Check out the app "torque" in the app store if you get a 5 dollar Bluetooth obd reader it's really efficient and cheaper than what you're looking at
This. Torque app and an ELM 327 bluetooth scanner. Total cost is about $30. I use it and it's a great setup. It's also customizable.
Does that one tell you what all your sensors are doing?
Yep. And if it doesn't have the PID for the sensor, you can add it yourself.
 
Posted by Wildfire532FB (Member # 1482) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by wilit:
quote:
Originally posted by Wildfire532FB:
quote:
Originally posted by wilit:
quote:
Originally posted by JohnCM:
Check out the app "torque" in the app store if you get a 5 dollar Bluetooth obd reader it's really efficient and cheaper than what you're looking at
This. Torque app and an ELM 327 bluetooth scanner. Total cost is about $30. I use it and it's a great setup. It's also customizable.
Does that one tell you what all your sensors are doing?
Yep. And if it doesn't have the PID for the sensor, you can add it yourself.
what about the injectors?
 
Posted by wilit (Member # 3367) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Wildfire532FB:
quote:
Originally posted by wilit:
quote:
Originally posted by Wildfire532FB:
quote:
Originally posted by wilit:
quote:
Originally posted by JohnCM:
Check out the app "torque" in the app store if you get a 5 dollar Bluetooth obd reader it's really efficient and cheaper than what you're looking at
This. Torque app and an ELM 327 bluetooth scanner. Total cost is about $30. I use it and it's a great setup. It's also customizable.
Does that one tell you what all your sensors are doing?
Yep. And if it doesn't have the PID for the sensor, you can add it yourself.
what about the injectors?
Depends on the vehicle. Ford extended PIDs are pretty easy to find the info on. I know they have the PID info for Diesels, but not sure about gas engines.
 




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