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Old May 16, 2010 | 08:21 AM
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Code Reader That Counts Flashes--Brand/Vendor?

Hi all,

I know this has been discussed before, but I can't find it in my subscribed threads, and it occurs to me that a new one may have come out since then, anyway.

Can anyone recommend a code reader that COUNTS THE FLASHES for you, and just gives you the codes numerically?

Also, I understand that some of the more expensive diagnostic tools also have a "Flight Recorder" function, i.e., they will capture and display real-time data, while driving. Do any of the more affordable "code readers" also have this function?

I may upgrade to the '97-2003 era of trucks. Will a reader that works on "our" era of trucks also do these? Will the same reader do both OBDI and OBDII vehicles?

Also, prices and suggestions re: where to buy would be much appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Big Six
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 01:52 PM
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Equus 3120 - Equus Products Innova CanOBD 2&1 Tool Kits - Overview - SummitRacing.com Something like this? Have a look at some of the others also.
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 03:01 PM
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can't answer your questions about OBD2,but this is the one I am using for my 95 f150 and it works great!! Equus Innova EPI 3145 OBD-1 Ford Scan Tool Code Reader at Gadgets Galore!
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 03:19 PM
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can't answer your questions about OBD2,but this is the one I am using for my 95 f150 and it works great!! Equus Innova EPI 3145 OBD-1 Ford Scan Tool Code Reader at Gadgets Galore!
+1 on the 3145. It is OBD1 only but it's not very expensive and it saves a lot of time over counting blinks. I have a ScanGaugeII for my '96. It's a lot cheaper than the professional scanners but it can still do some of the same functions like pull live data and also the stored sensor data when a code comes up.
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 03:29 PM
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I bought that $25 one and it did not work for me.
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 04:08 PM
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sorry bout this........could your engine still throw a code that you could pull if the check engine light is not on. The answer to this will settle an argument I'm havin with the lady. thanks.
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 06:00 PM
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sorry bout this........could your engine still throw a code that you could pull if the check engine light is not on. The answer to this will settle an argument I'm havin with the lady. thanks.
yes. when the PIP sensor on my 95 died,there was no check engine light,but the code was in the computer,so it is possible.
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 06:54 PM
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thanks. knew that was the case....I WIN
 
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Originally Posted by cjben
can't answer your questions about OBD2,but this is the one I am using for my 95 f150 and it works great!! Equus Innova EPI 3145 OBD-1 Ford Scan Tool Code Reader at Gadgets Galore!
I have this one and it works as good as a code reader can work with OBD I. The OBD I system isnt very strong in the diagnostic area to begin with, so not much can be expected.
 
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