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    Multimeter suggestion

    Trust you,2ndGear, to come to the rescue. And you're right. Chap will be surprised. Especially at how many times it hurts. 50 times a second (in my corner).
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    Multimeter suggestion

    Trust you,2ndGear, to come to the rescue. And you're right. Chap will be surprised. Especially at how many times it hurts. 50 times a second (in my corner).
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    Why not the bench scope?

    "..If you're referring to the member I'm thinking of, he is not a mechanic nor has ever fixed car professionally. He "thinks" the bench top model would suffice.." Hi!Hi! Now now 2ndGearRubber, no digital punches please (Hi!hi!). Actually the goodly gentleman does seem knowledgeable enough. But...
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    Why not the bench scope?

    Having read most of the posts here on scopes, I'm still stumbling with this one. What makes a bench scope a poor or bad choice for use in automotive work? Not that its been said outright but only one contributor appeared enthusiastic about them (Rigol 1054Z). Surely it cannot be the need for...
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    Power Probe??

    FSrepair&Fabrication Quote: " ..Nothing better to distract the customer from the fact that you dont know WTF(rance?) youre doing than a bunch of fancy tools.." You are so right! toss in a Fluke 88V in that bunch and now you've really floored 'em.
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    The Launch scanner - which vendor or version is authorized?

    Jsaw, I appreciate your response. You are so right about being on your own if an authorized vendor cannot be had. Sometimes I wish we had some of the options you have states-side. Regards.
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    The Launch scanner - which vendor or version is authorized?

    Could someone recommend a true authorized dealer in the USA for the Launch X431? The company must offer international shipping. The X431 is the only diagnostic scanner that I've seen in use and the only one that I've had hands-on with. Some time ago I sought info about the Maxidas DS708 and...
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    Does the Autel ds708 scan JDM vehicles?

    Thanks all, for the kind responses. There are few things I find more confusing than automotive diagnostic tools and their compatibility with specific makes/models. Of course its not helpful when car makers alter or leave out all together, parts, specs and functionality depending on what region...
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    Does the Autel ds708 scan JDM vehicles?

    Hi. Have any GJ members tried the DS708 on JDM autos? They are imported second-hand, in significant numbers into the West Indies. The Launch x431 works I'm sure, but at a reputable USA dealer (just looking at it on their website), it is local $8,000. I could post what shipping, handling...
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