OBD-1 diagnostic scan tools
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OBD-1 diagnostic scan tools
i have the oppertunity to buy OBD 1 scan tools. one is a OTC scan tool .i forget the model number .the other is a snap on 2500. of the two which gives the most detailed info?? or is there other tools that are better ? suggestions , please
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Re: OBD-1 diagnostic scan tools
Good question but I think it comes down to what do you want a scan tool to do for you?
I have an old OTC 4000E that I've been using since the late '80's that I bought new. I can't speak for the Snap-On. Just looking at ebay listings for the Snap-On, I would say that accessories like cables and SW is a more important consideration for either tool. I would think that both tools would have similar basic functions and would display the same data.
My OBD-I needs are pretty basic; all I've ever needed a scan tool to do is read codes, re-set the CEL (my Camaro won't do this through the ALDL but my '92 Lumina will), stream live data, record a limited number of data frames, etc.
I bought the OTC because the SW cartridges allow for it to be used on different domestics and some imports which was important for me at the time. Probably the same deal with the Snap-On.
The OTC will also do generic OBD-II stuff if used with the cable that accepts OBD-II "smart" cartridges.
I have an old OTC 4000E that I've been using since the late '80's that I bought new. I can't speak for the Snap-On. Just looking at ebay listings for the Snap-On, I would say that accessories like cables and SW is a more important consideration for either tool. I would think that both tools would have similar basic functions and would display the same data.
My OBD-I needs are pretty basic; all I've ever needed a scan tool to do is read codes, re-set the CEL (my Camaro won't do this through the ALDL but my '92 Lumina will), stream live data, record a limited number of data frames, etc.
I bought the OTC because the SW cartridges allow for it to be used on different domestics and some imports which was important for me at the time. Probably the same deal with the Snap-On.
The OTC will also do generic OBD-II stuff if used with the cable that accepts OBD-II "smart" cartridges.
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