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Old Jan 2, 2016 | 08:37 PM
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Thanks i'll try see if I can find OBD1
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Old Jan 3, 2016 | 01:54 AM
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I was thinking about buying the ScanTool 425801. Anyone have any input on that one?
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Old Jan 3, 2016 | 01:43 PM
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done some checking on scan tool 425801 all doe sounds good I do not think it would work on my 1998 ls400 20 ser Australian standards , good for USA not for Australia in 1998 ...
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Old Jan 3, 2016 | 04:36 PM
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Get one that also reads ABS. I bought a OBD2 scanner from harbor freight, I didn't know they also carried one that reads ABS too. My scanner still works like it did brand new I love it.
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Old Nov 19, 2017 | 06:34 AM
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Originally Posted by sam12345
Get a scan gauge then you can also monitor nearly everything plus it's great for zero to 60 and quarter mile acceleration as well as braking test. It also tracks your gas mileage. So instead of having just a code reader and reset you have something you can use everyday. You can monitor real time water temp (the actual temp not the one with a huge dead zone like the gauge on the car) timing, closed or open loop, intake temp, throttle position, and about another 10 more I can't remember. It also has an estimated horse power that you can adjust if you ever get on a dyno, instant gas mileage, daily gas mileage, per tank gas mileage.

Is the one that you recommend that does all this? I like the idea on one that syncs to a phone, however I'm all about functionality at a cheaper price, however I would prefer to find one where it's not junk, so $ isn't a huge issue.. I don't plan on doing major work myself, and just want to be ready when I talk to a mechanic, the simple stuff I'll diy, and did for your suggestions...
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Old Nov 19, 2017 | 10:03 PM
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The MaxiDAS is bad ***. does a ton of stuff. But perhaps only good for you if you have a shop to justify the cost.
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Old Dec 11, 2017 | 10:35 PM
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Techstream, You would need a laptop but will read more codes and sensors than most of what's out there. $30-40 for mini-vci cable and software comes with it.
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Old Dec 19, 2017 | 04:49 AM
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I have this app and odb Bluetooth.

It only can read the check engine light code.
and it give a lot of real time inforation.

For two times I find out i had a bad oxygen sensor.
read out the code, order a new one and replaced it.
I didn't have to go to a garage and easily saved more money and time then he cost of the Torque app an Bluetooth odb.
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