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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 12:02 PM
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Scanner help

Does anyone know of a decent scanner that will scan obd1 and 2 codes? I kno i can do a self test but i just assume buy a scanner that can read all my codes and connect to a computer. Im looking for something below 200 but as many bells and whistles avaliable. Anyone have any recomendations?
 
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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 01:27 PM
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Here's a review page that helped get me started researching code readers.it reviews a couple top rated OBD2 scanners but these companys also make scanners that read both obd 1 & 2 systems. Diagnostic Code Reader Reviews - OBDII Code Scanner - Best Car Diagnostic Tools
 
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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 01:31 PM
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Alrigjt ill take a look at those thank you.

Ivr been looking at the Equus 3120. Anyone have one of those?
 
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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 01:37 PM
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I have an interface box to connect to the vehicle diagnostic port and a pc application that that I got years ago that works great.
The interface came from a abcwc.net for less than $100.
One of the novel features is an electronic dash panel using a laptop.
There is even a lookup function for code translation.
Now if I only had one for the old 88 F350.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 02:33 PM
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Do u have a link oleman?

Ive been reading about the equus 3120 and i think ill have to go with it. 150$ off ebay shipped.

Anyone else have one if these?

I sure wish my truck was obd2 sometimes so i could get a bullydog watch dog.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 09:22 PM
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I have one and like it a lot. I got mine from O'Reillys . I just dealt with the salesman for the store that stops by my shop.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2010 | 11:09 AM
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I like the Equus Innova 3145 the best for OBD I codes. I think Orielly still has it.

Equus Innova 3145 OBD-I Ford Scan Tool

 
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