Shop Manual Recommendations.
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The Foxit editor, which I think is what's needed to bookmark things, is $89. That's less expensive than Adobe Acrobat, but still expensive. And that's really the problem, IMHO, in electronic manuals - you cannot bookmark them w/o buying some software. And some manuals are locked such that you cannot do that even if you buy the software.
Perhaps I should bite the bullet and buy something, but since I have Windows machines, a MacBook, and an iPad it isn't easy to find something that works across all environments. If anyone knows of a comprehensive solution with a reasonable price tag please let me know.
Perhaps I should bite the bullet and buy something, but since I have Windows machines, a MacBook, and an iPad it isn't easy to find something that works across all environments. If anyone knows of a comprehensive solution with a reasonable price tag please let me know.
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Just for the sake of perspective from someone under the age of 30. I have several paper manuals, but now use digital copies when I can for several reasons. I have a tablet that possesses a rugged case, is backlit, and can hit wi-fi when I'm out working on one of the cars. If I have a question, I don't have to run in and out of the house, I can search the web immediately. I can search using keywords through 6 out of the 7 manuals I have digital copies of. I can drag the tablet underneath the car with me and not have to slide out to reference it (going back to the backlit point). The most important part is the case though. It has proven much more forgiving when I've gotten some grease or fluid on it compared to the paper counterparts (As long as I don't drop it in a bucket of something). And it still registers finger movements with my nitrile gloves on!
Though, I do have to admit, there is no substitution for being able to fold out the electrical diagrams in the back of the shop manuals...
Any specific specific manuals you suggest.
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Was there any resolution to this?
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I have all the 85 manuals in both paper and digital form. There are pros and cons to both
They come in volumes - engine, the one above, emissions, etc.
The CD I have as them all: 1985 Ford Light Truck Shop Manual - 5 volumes
Dave Graham Auto Literature Inc.
http://www.davegrahamautoliterature.com/
Ford Bronco F150-350 Electrical and Vacuum Troubleshooting
Emissions Diagnosis & Engine / Electronics
Body / Chassis / Electrical
Engine
Pre-Delivery Lubrication / Maintenance
I have them all in hard copy as well; the CD is MUCH cheaper, easier to search and you can print out the sections you need as you need them..
They come in volumes - engine, the one above, emissions, etc.
The CD I have as them all: 1985 Ford Light Truck Shop Manual - 5 volumes
Dave Graham Auto Literature Inc.
http://www.davegrahamautoliterature.com/
Ford Bronco F150-350 Electrical and Vacuum Troubleshooting
Emissions Diagnosis & Engine / Electronics
Body / Chassis / Electrical
Engine
Pre-Delivery Lubrication / Maintenance
I have them all in hard copy as well; the CD is MUCH cheaper, easier to search and you can print out the sections you need as you need them..
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I have all the 85 manuals in both paper and digital form. There are pros and cons to both
They come in volumes - engine, the one above, emissions, etc.
The CD I have as them all: 1985 Ford Light Truck Shop Manual - 5 volumes
Dave Graham Auto Literature Inc.
http://www.davegrahamautoliterature.com/
Ford Bronco F150-350 Electrical and Vacuum Troubleshooting
Emissions Diagnosis & Engine / Electronics
Body / Chassis / Electrical
Engine
Pre-Delivery Lubrication / Maintenance
I have them all in hard copy as well; the CD is MUCH cheaper, easier to search and you can print out the sections you need as you need them..
They come in volumes - engine, the one above, emissions, etc.
The CD I have as them all: 1985 Ford Light Truck Shop Manual - 5 volumes
Dave Graham Auto Literature Inc.
http://www.davegrahamautoliterature.com/
Ford Bronco F150-350 Electrical and Vacuum Troubleshooting
Emissions Diagnosis & Engine / Electronics
Body / Chassis / Electrical
Engine
Pre-Delivery Lubrication / Maintenance
I have them all in hard copy as well; the CD is MUCH cheaper, easier to search and you can print out the sections you need as you need them..
Digital with the ability to print makes alot of sense for me. I'm all digital during research and then start printing things off when it's time to get down and dirty.
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Sweet. Just ordered. Should have it when I get back home on Friday. Really do appreciate it man
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I've got a Haynes that every page seems to be folded into itself and has black mold I assume on the edges.
It has come in handy but it is a pain like you said. Sometimes ill look fir thirty minutes and the info isn't there. And of coarse I'm left with more questions than answers with all the new information I've consumed lol.
It has come in handy but it is a pain like you said. Sometimes ill look fir thirty minutes and the info isn't there. And of coarse I'm left with more questions than answers with all the new information I've consumed lol.
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I've got a Haynes that every page seems to be folded into itself and has black mold I assume on the edges.
It has come in handy but it is a pain like you said. Sometimes ill look fir thirty minutes and the info isn't there. And of coarse I'm left with more questions than answers with all the new information I've consumed lol.
It has come in handy but it is a pain like you said. Sometimes ill look fir thirty minutes and the info isn't there. And of coarse I'm left with more questions than answers with all the new information I've consumed lol.
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My CDROM came in Friday. Two days to get here w/ free shipping. I'll try to do a little review when I get time if anyone is interested.
Gary I know you were looking for somethings in particular as far as formating and usability. Let me know if you want me to try anything for you.
First thing I noticed was a silver and blue metallic sticker that states " official licensed product" and "ford motor company" in ford script. Its from Dave graham auto literature.
Gary I know you were looking for somethings in particular as far as formating and usability. Let me know if you want me to try anything for you.
First thing I noticed was a silver and blue metallic sticker that states " official licensed product" and "ford motor company" in ford script. Its from Dave graham auto literature.
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I'm interested to see if you can use the Search function. The master parts catalog is just scanned and the pages are really images rather than text, so you cannot search for anything.
And, depending on what application you are using, if you can bookmark. That functionality would be extremely handy - just like Dad did when he put little tabs on the factory shop manual.
And, depending on what application you are using, if you can bookmark. That functionality would be extremely handy - just like Dad did when he put little tabs on the factory shop manual.