lets talk scan tools and scopes

[92integra]

Hey guys ive been getting into electrical here latly and I really dig it. Im looking for some info on possible budget scan tools and scopes I really dont wana go balls deep in debt and buy a brand new verus. Im just looking to see what you guys use or have used that works well for you. Thanks

 

[JoeSnapOn]

Bump.... I been wondering the same thing

 

[devoncoolman]

Modis can be had cheap now. Since the new modis came out. Buy one of those.

 

[regguy1]

I just went through the scanner decision, here's the thread: http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=218565

 

[joel63]

Try find a second generation Modis if you want to get one of the used ones.

 

[richfinn]

I've got 3 scan tools

1. Eobd (CAN)

2. Snappy mt2500

3. Wurth snooper

I have an ancient tektronix scope meter and I manage

 

[wafrederick]

Stay away from Bosch's scan tools.Once you buy a Bosch scan tool,it is yours with no tech support at all and the reps don't last.The reps quit or Bosch fires them.Vetronix was a good scan tool until Bosch bought them out in 2003.Bosch also owns OTC now.The best scan tool out there is a factory scan tool.It is GM's factory scan tool,only one with a built in missfire graphic and does more.If you encounter a problem with a new window switch for a Chevy Trailblazer/GMC Envoy that does not work,has to be programed with the GM Tech 2.For GMs,I like the Tech 2.You can buy a Chinese built version Tech 2,it is a good scan tool.Don't have updates installed,it will crash and you will throw it away