hey, im looking into a multimeter, it's primary function would be automotive, im not sure what all features i need, can someone give me some help? mamybe some suggestions on good brands

 

You can get a pretty nice craftsman for about 30 bucks. I have one and it works awesome. Even has a port to hook up a thermometer to check temp.s and what not.

 

I really like my Fluke meter, that is what I recommend.

 

Without knowing what features you need sky is the limit. You can get a pocket meter from Radio Shack for around $10 or you can get a really nice meter with all the bells and whistles for closer to $300 or more. I have an Amprobe and I like it, cost around $100.

 

fluke is good. have one of my own and used one at school, but it depends what you need it to do.... ive seen ones at a dollar store that do volts and ohms

 

Little yellow digital job from Harbor Freight - costs $3, has a lighted display, and does everything I ever needed for the last 3 years! (I'm a tight-a$$)

 

You get what you pay for in a meter, for everyday use I would definitely go for a Fluke. Flukes are good quality and very accurate but expensive compared to a lot of other brands. For occasional use like the average backyard mechanic, a Craftsman or similar will be just fine. Get one that at least measures AC/DC volts, and resistance.

 

Fluke is hands down one of the best out there. thats what i have been using in the past and what i had in my auto tech classes. right know i got a HP multimeter my dad "aquired from work" some years back and that one has been by far the best i have ever used. personally, if you are going to be using it often, then go out and get a good one. the cheap-o's do a good job but are only so accurate and in my experiance only last so long. My advice is look at how often you use it, how long you want it, and what specific features you need it for.

 

so i need volts and ohms at least. leaning towards the craftsman. flke sounds good but oo much cash for my usage. are there any other features i'd wish i had for automotive usage?

 

VAC/VDC and ohms is most of all i use. anything else you can think of is up to you and is all personal preferance

 

i've got a bunch of these meters (there are 2 types shown but I beleive they pretty much function identical).


$20+ shipping. Comes only with power cable as I don't have spare leads..

 

your car is sweet man, i like your style, but it think im gonna go with a new one, i get a discount through sears so, thanks but no thanks.
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