Scan tool opinions
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Drifting
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Scan tool opinions
Hello all,
I'm looking to get a scan tool to plug in to the data port on my LS1 conversion.
I need one that does real time RPM, I know some update every view seconds but I'd rather have the real time display.
Thanks,
Frank
I'm looking to get a scan tool to plug in to the data port on my LS1 conversion.
I need one that does real time RPM, I know some update every view seconds but I'd rather have the real time display.
Thanks,
Frank
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Drifting
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From: Panama City Beach, Florida
If the port is OBDII, then check out www.dashdaq.com
Anyone have a recommendation ?
I have searched & searched with no luck,
Thanks,
Frank
Melting Slicks
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From: Hinckley OH
I got this for my son for Christmas. I don't know if it does real time RPM but I suspect you would have a hard time reading any digital display in real time because the numbers would change too fast.
http://www.harborfreight.com/can-obd...ner-98614.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/can-obd...ner-98614.html
Racer
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Here is another option that is less expensive.
http://www.scangauge.com/features/
I use AE (AutoEnginuity) in conjunction with my laptop. It's a little more expensive than the ScanGauge but it has some features that I don't mind paying extra for. If you are curious here is their website:
http://www.autoenginuity.com/
my 76 ray is correct, a digital RPM gauge does change numbers quite a bit so it's pretty hard to read. The DashDaq system will convert the digital information into analog (sweep gauge) form to make it easier to read. You can customize the display to show all kinds of info so it's really a multi featured tool.
The Scangauge is pretty good as well but the display is pretty simple. Should be able to read rpm though.
The AE software has data logging features. Depending on what you are doing, you can log the rpm along with several other things to see how things such as vehicle speed or load affects the engine systems. You also have some speed calibration features as well (on some models).
Good luck, I am sure there is something out there that fits your needs.
http://www.scangauge.com/features/
I use AE (AutoEnginuity) in conjunction with my laptop. It's a little more expensive than the ScanGauge but it has some features that I don't mind paying extra for. If you are curious here is their website:
http://www.autoenginuity.com/
my 76 ray is correct, a digital RPM gauge does change numbers quite a bit so it's pretty hard to read. The DashDaq system will convert the digital information into analog (sweep gauge) form to make it easier to read. You can customize the display to show all kinds of info so it's really a multi featured tool.
The Scangauge is pretty good as well but the display is pretty simple. Should be able to read rpm though.
The AE software has data logging features. Depending on what you are doing, you can log the rpm along with several other things to see how things such as vehicle speed or load affects the engine systems. You also have some speed calibration features as well (on some models).
Good luck, I am sure there is something out there that fits your needs.
Drifting
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I use the Equus 3100 Innova CanOBD2 scanner on my LS1 and LS7. I had another scanner previously that worked on the LS1 but not the LS7 because of the CAN protocol. This one is what I was using with just the LS1 and it worked fine - Link
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Drifting
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Great, thanks for the replies,
I'm just looking for real time tach readings because some of them only update every 5 or 10 seconds.
This info helps, I do have a laptop to use so I may try that,
Thanks again,
Frank
I'm just looking for real time tach readings because some of them only update every 5 or 10 seconds.
This info helps, I do have a laptop to use so I may try that,
Thanks again,
Frank
Racer
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From: santa clara ca
Jay Leno's garage website as a video called.... How To: Handheld Diagnostic Tools... might be the info you are looking for.
Just scroll down after the red M3 video
http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/
Just scroll down after the red M3 video
http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/
Safety Car
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For a LS1 conversion you usually need to disable some things and change other things. Something like HPTuners of EFILive might be a better choice, especially if you want to modify things in the future. Neither option is inexpensive but you will be able to tune the car while driving.
Rick B.
Rick B.
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Drifting
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For a LS1 conversion you usually need to disable some things and change other things. Something like HPTuners of EFILive might be a better choice, especially if you want to modify things in the future. Neither option is inexpensive but you will be able to tune the car while driving.
Rick B.
Rick B.
Right now I'm on the short on cash leash. I'm leaving it stock for the time being.
I'd like to have the EFI live and may go with that sometime in the future.
Frank
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Drifting
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From: Panama City Beach, Florida
Jay Leno's garage website as a video called.... How To: Handheld Diagnostic Tools... might be the info you are looking for.
Just scroll down after the red M3 video
http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/
Just scroll down after the red M3 video
http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/
Frank
