daveg7362 Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Hi could anyone please recommend a diagnostic reader, I have looked on e-bay and its a mine field!!! i don't necessary want the cheapest or the dearest,just one that does the job and is easy to use. If you could also explain what the differences are, as I haven't got a clue!!!!!!! Thanks Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nurrish Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Welcome aboard buddy Get a introduction up in the introductions page sure everyone would enjoy some pics of your zed too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I have an generic EML327 USB scanner - like this one - http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ELM327-USB-CAN-Co ... 0304683726 Havent ever had a CEL light, so dont know if it will read the codes, but it does connect properly as it gives me readouts for the digital dash on my CarPC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanS16 Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I have an generic EML327 USB scanner - like this one - http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ELM327-USB-CAN-Co ... 0304683726 Havent ever had a CEL light, so dont know if it will read the codes, but it does connect properly as it gives me readouts for the digital dash on my CarPC. Didnt realise they were that cheap. Is this the one you have then or just similar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mec Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 ELM327 is the standard interface, it's not mega fast at reading the data. If i was buying again the bluetooth one would nice. ProScan is a cool program for the money, the blatz stuff doesn't do much more than the free ODB readers. Lots like the DigiMoto tool. Cool thing to have, have fun, you can't do any damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbiscuit Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 is it also worth building a sticky thread with the names of people who have OBDII readers and there location i.e. chelmsford (not home addresses) that way people who need a quick scan and don't have one could easily get something checked out. i'm planning on buying one so would be happy to put my name down when it arrives Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 is it also worth building a sticky thread with the names of people who have OBDII readers and there location i.e. chelmsford (not home addresses) that way people who need a quick scan and don't have one could easily get something checked out. i'm planning on buying one so would be happy to put my name down when it arrives Good idea I'm happy to put my name down if anyone needs to use one localish to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Good idea. I'd buy one but the pedal procedure for getting codes hasn't failed me yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I would be happy for people to use mine, except the wires are burried under the car flooring I have another USB cable, but dont have another OBDII cable for the other end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveg7362 Posted February 10, 2009 Author Share Posted February 10, 2009 When I get one, i too would be willing to add my name to the list. It will be better than getting ripped off at dealers. as long as you can't do any damage using it..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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