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Jul 18, 2016 | 09:40 AM

swmpbgy1

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Apps.....

Greetings all.........

I've read several threads on iPhone apps to monitor the 7.3l.......When I search for a "OBD2" in the app store I get many hits......I know a lot of you use Dash Command, Torque Pro and ForScan. Are there others that work as well? I would prefer to try a free one before I decide on one of the 3 mentioned.

The ForScan product is specifically for Ford's.....Anyone using it on a 2000 EX 7.3L?

Also, can anyone comment on a cell phone holder that will plug into the cigarette lighter in the dash? One that will stay put and not rotate in the lighter when the iPhone is attached????

Any help is appreciated........
Swmpbgy1

Jul 18, 2016 | 12:38 PM

Stewart_H

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For previous ideas and how others have mounted a cell phone holder, use the search term "phone mount" in the search box for the Ex forum and you'll get some ideas while you wait for others chime in on what they have.

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Jul 18, 2016 | 01:21 PM

swmpbgy1

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Thanks.....Been there.....done that......hence the question.....I don't want a panavise or kuda.......one that has the charger built into it so that it plugs into a cigarette lighter. However, finding one that doesn't rotate like the hands on a clock when the phone is mounted in the cradle is posing a problem.

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Jul 18, 2016 | 02:34 PM

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android apps are much better
I run Torque on a Chinese Huway (or something like that phone) I bought for $30 I does not have service I just connect Blue tooth and monitor some of the PDI uses

I have Dash Command on my Iphone but it uses WIFI so you loose Data when it's on
I save it for quick scanning of codes mostly

Jul 18, 2016 | 09:12 PM

Stewart_H

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Thanks.....I don't want a panavise or kuda.......

NP, it's been awhile since I've opened those threads and I thought people had posted pics of other brands and styles in some of those threads. That's why I suggested looking at 'em.

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Jul 19, 2016 | 08:28 AM

swmpbgy1

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I guess I'm leaning towards the ForScan app.....I have to assume a 2000 EX 7.3l will be able to have PID's available in ForScan???

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Jul 19, 2016 | 01:04 PM

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I have to assume a 2000 EX 7.3l will be able to have PID's available in ForScan???

Swamp, mosey over to the 7.3L forum. All of the major/popular scan tools are covered almost (but not really) to the point of ad nauseam.

I don't keep up with those threads and posts, but I do believe Tug has a lot of info posted in the forum on the different scan tools.

With "ForScan" being a unique word, it will be easy for you to find the posts.

Stewart