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Would anybody be interested in a group buy for a OBD-II scanner that hooks into your laptop? I am currently waiting on an e-mail back that will let me know the price that we would be looking at. If you want to check the scanner out here is a link for it. http://www.obd-2.com/#home
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I have the tricom scanner that Alex sells. When it works its really a wonderful tool to have in your arsenal. Keep in mind that there are different OBD II standards for different makes. Ford uses PWM. The tricom scanner I have can handle all three types (ISO, VPW, and PWM). I figured this way I can scan my friends' and family's cars, too.
Unfortunately I've been having trouble lately; it won't connect to my car. I know the OBD II port works on my car since I just had an emissions test last month where they checked for codes. I emailed Alex and he offered some troubleshooting tips. If that doesn't work, he said I can ship the unit back to him for a test. His hardware has a two year warranty if I remember correctly, which is pretty good in my opinion. His offer to test my scanner also goes above and beyond what most retailers would provide as far as service is concerned.
All in all I think Alex has a good business going, and despite the problems I've encountered I would recommend his product. Even if this GB doesn't happen, I would strongly suggest looking into a scanner for yourself to pull CEL codes and check readings that aren't displayed in the vehicle. If you're in an area without an Autozone to pull codes for free, or if you're in California where they aren't allowed to, your scanner will pay for itself eventually.
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Originally posted by budddavid:
I am currently waiting on an e-mail back that will let me know the price that we would be looking at.
I just noticed that Alex has a notice on his website saying he's gone until April 1. Be patient if he doesn't reply; you may have to wait until then.
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99 ATX Contour 130k w/ a 21k tranny freshly installed
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Does that hook up with a serial port?
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Originally posted by --CitatioN10--:
Does that hook up with a serial port?
Yes, the standard hardware version hooks up with a serial cable. I believe that he also has a USB hookup as well.
Mine hooks up via the serial port to my desktop computer. I then have a 50-foot cable that goes out my second-story window and hooks up to the car. 
As said above, I have gotten a lot of great use out of Alex's Vehicle Explorer. I have read (and fixed) two separate CELs for my car, and have helped my neighbor and a friend read their CEL codes as well.
I have also borrowed a friends laptop computer and recorded real-time data while taking my car for a "joy ride". 
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That is NICE , I will get one for sure to hook up with my Mitchell on Demand software !
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I'd be VERY interested in participating in a GB on this!
Let's do it! I can't use it on my 95, but I could use it on the Outback and any other CEG'ers car in the area.
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It is looking like if we get 10 people we will recieve it for 20% off, I am just waiting on an email to confirm this. I am also waiting for the email to find out if this will include shipping. I will let you all know the prices once I get the email back.
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2003 Honda Civic Hybrid
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OK here is the scoop on the scanner. We can get any combination of scanners from him, check his website for the types availible. I would advise getting the TRICOM since it will interface with all make/model. If we can get 10 people involved in this group buy we will get 20% off the prices of the scanners. More people=better deal, less people=we pay a bit more. If you are out of the US you will have to add an additional $4.00 to cover the shipping charges.
Traded in - 2000 SVT Black tan leather
DMD, Pro-Flow 75mm MAF, SHO Shop Intake
Mystery mod(awaiting installation)
Now 2004 Acura RSX Type S
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid
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