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workingonit · #**13858** 08-09-2021, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by crystalworks

I mentioned it at some point. My 530 was unable to access the egs (trans module) when I was doing trans service. Buddy's 520 (had it on hand as we were doing both our X5's) accessed it without issue. Seems the 530 works great on newer chassis, but might have lost some compatibility with the e53. I still need to do more testing with it though.

For only an e53 (or older chassis) I'd recommend the 520 pro. They've gotten cheaper too since the 530's release.

Back at Xmas/NY 2020, when I was anticipating the arrival of my E53 (under repair/restoration by the previous owner, to trade to me) in the spring/summer of 2021, and also preparing to buy a bi-directional scan-tool for both the BMW and my GM cars, I did a lot of research. The best bang-for-the-buck seemed to be the Foxwell NT510 Elite.

I took notice on BMW forums that the NT510 was favorably mentioned, and was basically the same as the ECS Tuning's "Schwaben by Foxwell" scan tool, with the ability to get up to five brands' programming (I only needed two). I compared two other Foxwells, and opted for the NT510 Elite at a good price from Amazon (as my Xmas present to myself), with GM programming only (needed first). A month later, I bought the BMW programming. The NT510E has already helped me fix one GM car (in under 10 minutes), saving me money, so I figure it'll pay itself off on its' second use! Here's two links comparing the three Foxwells I had considered:

Comparing the 510 vs the 530:https://www.foxwellstore.com/service...0-scanner.html

Comparing the 520 vs the 530:https://foxwellscantool.wordpress.co...520-and-nt530/

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