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Originally Posted by wsmeyer
It is used for mostly 5-10 mile trips. I've had the alternator out when I changed the oil thermostat housing gasket. Not that difficult really but HEAVY.
I have INPA but a smart phone app would be simpler.
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I have just heard about the dreaded oil thermostat housing gasket, might have to study up on this one.
INPA is not easy due to the need for a cable and laptop in the car.
The smart phone Apps allow Logging of the OBDII datastream and it allows you to keep the interface in the car and you will always have an OBDII with you while you are on the road.
Get an OBDII smart phone/tablet App and interface, typically $30 or less. These Apps are usually best for drivability issues and they support Emission Readiness Monitor Status, Freeze Frame and Live/Realtime data. They are also great for Logging data for review after the car has been driven and can really help find unusual problems.
Android - Touch Scan for $5.00 and ELM327 OBDII to Bluetooth interface.
iProduct - OBD Fusion for $9.99 and ELM327 OBDII to Wifi interface.
Some people prefer to have an extension cable to keep the interface away from their feet.
Something like these cables are often of interested:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...A13I33IUTGJ9BK
http://www.amazon.com/OBDII-Extensio...Q9HPSGWZ2SB34Q
I usually suggest getting the OBDII interfaces from Amazon if you are located in the US/North America. Make sure you choose an interface that indicates that the order will be "Fulfilled by Amazon" otherwise you may be waiting for WEEKS for an interface to arrive from Asia. Ebay is another option, but pay attention where the interface will be shipped from, again weeks for an interface from Asia, so if you can wait and want to try to save some money, go for it, but if you need an interface soon, choose wisely.