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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #15 on: 26 January 2016, 17:47:16 »
Tunnie, seeing as you have 2 Omegas, I personally would recommend a Tech2, which can obviously do much more than just engine, and if your really lucky, gearbox.
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #16 on: 26 January 2016, 17:57:37 »
But aren't the Tech2 something like the price of 20 Omegas?
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #17 on: 26 January 2016, 18:30:35 »
Quote from: Mr.OmegaMan on 26 January 2016, 17:57:37
But aren't the Tech2 something like the price of 20 Omegas?

Yes.....I can't imagine Mr Tunnie reaching that deeply into his pocket.

Rumour has it he is as tight as a ......... ::) ::) ::) ;)
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #18 on: 26 January 2016, 18:36:09 »
Quote from: Doctor Opti on 26 January 2016, 18:30:35
Quote from: Mr.OmegaMan on 26 January 2016, 17:57:37
But aren't the Tech2 something like the price of 20 Omegas?

Yes.....I can't imagine Mr Tunnie reaching that deeply into his pocket.

Rumour has it he is as tight as a ......... ::) ::) ::) ;)
Nope, don't be so unkind on a duck's arse. Tunnie is far tighter ;D.
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #19 on: 26 January 2016, 18:48:32 »
If I had the cash for Tech2, I'd buy a better car with the money instead  ;D
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #20 on: 26 January 2016, 18:51:18 »
I don't think you would have to pay a couple of grand for one these days. More like £500 - 600 if your lucky.  ;)
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #21 on: 26 January 2016, 18:55:17 »
Certainly worth getting something PC based that you can store a data log with. Fault codes and a couple of live data parameters is all you'll get out of a handheld, and it's of limited use, IMHO.
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #22 on: 27 January 2016, 18:38:16 »
I don't have a suitable Laptop these days to run software for car work, only have MacBooks now. So hand held is best option for me.

Ordered the Autel 319, reviews look good, has live data.
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #23 on: 28 January 2016, 17:47:42 »
Quote from: tunnie on 27 January 2016, 18:38:16
I don't have a suitable Laptop these days to run software for car work, only have MacBooks now.
*sigh*, I thought you were over this style/badge over functionality stuff, or are you still hankering for a Merc :P
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #24 on: 28 January 2016, 21:43:12 »
I got that auto 319 and does the job, reads the gearbox and engine , and all the cars without problem :)
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #25 on: 28 January 2016, 21:56:34 »
Quote from: TheBoy on 28 January 2016, 17:47:42
Quote from: tunnie on 27 January 2016, 18:38:16
I don't have a suitable Laptop these days to run software for car work, only have MacBooks now.
*sigh*, I thought you were over this style/badge over functionality stuff, or are you still hankering for a Merc :P

Must have a MacBook for work reasons  :y

Merc yup, CLS 320 or E Class Estate or newer shape Jag XJ. But that ain't happening, I suspect my next car purchase will be a 7 seater Zafiria or Galaxy ::)

So unlucky for you lot I'll be running an Omega for some time yet.  :

Quote from: krabi_one on 28 January 2016, 21:43:12
I got that auto 319 and does the job, reads the gearbox and engine , and all the cars without problem :)

Good to know. Should be arriving Saturday. Looking forward to getting it :)
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #26 on: 28 January 2016, 22:07:20 »
Quote from: TheBoy on 28 January 2016, 17:47:42
Quote from: tunnie on 27 January 2016, 18:38:16
I don't have a suitable Laptop these days to run software for car work, only have MacBooks now.
*sigh*, I thought you were over this style/badge over functionality stuff, or are you still hankering for a Merc :P

Nothing wrong with Mercs.














As long as they are at least 20 years old.  :)
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #27 on: 28 January 2016, 23:18:14 »
Quote from: tunnie on 28 January 2016, 21:56:34
Merc yup, CLS 320 or E Class Estate or newer shape Jag XJ. But that ain't happening, I suspect my next car purchase will be a 7 seater Zafiria or Galaxy ::)

How many sproglets are you planning on having!? :o
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #28 on: 29 January 2016, 08:11:34 »
Quote from: aaronjb on 28 January 2016, 23:18:14
Quote from: tunnie on 28 January 2016, 21:56:34
Merc yup, CLS 320 or E Class Estate or newer shape Jag XJ. But that ain't happening, I suspect my next car purchase will be a 7 seater Zafiria or Galaxy ::)

How many sproglets are you planning on having!? :o

Indeed... We manage with ours and a dog :y
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Re: What code reader?
« Reply #29 on: 29 January 2016, 08:53:46 »
I have one, bought it after reading tunnie,s post. Iv,e not tried it as yet, but thought it would be handy regards a 2.2dti which a paper-clip is no good. it comes with a disc that is,nt compatible with windows 8, 8.1 or windows 10  :-\
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