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engine diagnostic tools what to buy and where to buy from.

PostPosted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 5:21 am
by Apexracing
with the recent problems ive had with my sedans motor, and my hatches motor burning oil, i thought it might be a good idea to pick up some diagnostic tools. what should i get and where should i buy from? thanks.

PostPosted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 5:30 am
by PandaHatch
like a code reader?

PostPosted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 5:31 am
by ikon
just wait for a cel then tap the two pin connector to diagnose. lol :lol:

PostPosted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 5:35 am
by Apexracing
no like compression tester and such advanced diagnostic equipment, a good obd1 reader would be nice tho.

PostPosted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 5:38 am
by PandaHatch
tru on obd1 reader. I looked at sears the other day but they didnt have one in the store. maybe online.

PostPosted: Wed Oct 07, 2009 1:54 am
by 94egmike
you could get a cheap compression tester at autozone for about 35 bucks..and just jump the two wires in green rubber, that will tell you what codes it throwing