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Old Jun 16, 2005 | 02:35 PM
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Well, since I just realized July is a 3 PayDay month, tomorrow'* paycheck is all about CountryFest and toys.

Since my Check Engine light came back on this morning, I'm going to pick this up tomorrow...

Auto X-Ray 2000 $199


http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductD...artnumber=2000

The EZ-Read 2000 Code Reader is the most user-friendly, cost-efficient, and portable OBD-I and OBD II code reader available. With an EZ-READ 2000, users can access the same information dealers use on 1983 and newer domestic and all 1996 and newer vehicles. Comprehensive features include: displaying trouble and pending codes in plain English and resetting the "Check Engine Light" / MIL. The EZ-Read 2000'* affordability and abundant features make it the ideal personal tool kit for DIYers.
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WTG... Randy and I are talking about laptop driven diags.
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Old Jun 16, 2005 | 02:42 PM
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I gave my laptop to my son, and I can't afford a handheld with realtime scanning. Can't really afford this, but I don't wanna have to chase after other MN memebers everytime that stinkin' light comes on....

I am willing, though, to spend the extra 50 dollars for OBD I and II
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I just ordered the digimoto.
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http://www.autotap.com/autotap_palm_products.html

Good deal with the palm pilot too.
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OK, I'm feelin' brave - What about this one?

Auto X-Ray 5000 - $429.00

The next generation of automotive scanners has arrived. The AutoXray EZ-Scan 5000 is an OBD I and OBD II scanner that supports all OBD II protocols, including the newly released Controller Area Network (CAN) protocol, allowing for more capability and flexibility to manage the diagnostic process. The CAN protocol is currently being used in a variety of vehicles and will be the mandated protocol in all new vehicles by 2008. Staying current with the very latest in automotive scanning doesn't have to be a complex effort. The CAN-compliant EZ-Scan 5000 makes keeping up with the latest a simple matter - software upgrades are available directly from Auto X-ray'* website.

Features
Collects valuable data from a vehicle'* on-board computer
Supports multiple trouble code requests, generic codes (mode 3), pending codes (mode 7), enhanced codes
On-screen definitions of OBD I trouble codes, OBD II generic and OBD II manufacturer specific codes
Detects OBD-II freeze frame information
Displays readiness test status
Displays oxygen sensor test
Test results (mode 6)
Vehicle ID (mode 9)
Displays measurement units in SAE/Metric
Live data stream monitoring
29 frame data capture mode, with frame interval configurable from 0500ms to 5000ms
Resets "Check Engine Light" / MIL
Quick Step™ data navigation
Customizable data views
Internet upgradeable
It'* in stock locally, does I and II (and CAN) and Live Data

http://www.autoxray.com/products.asp...scanners&id=30
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