From: stei0302@penny.cs.fredonia.edu@INTERNET on Thu, May 9, 1996 2:50 PM
Subject: Re: OBD Scare
>Rader wrote:
>>
>> P.S. That $200 interface out of the JC Whitney catalog (don't remember the
>> name) is a step in the right direction, but as a 'one size fits all'
>> solution is far too limited in functionality. I'm willing to buy multiple
>> testers for multiple automobiles IFF they provide most of the functionality
>> of the factory testers.
>
>Why not just a parallel port interface and some software so you can
>wire-up your laptop to the OBD. I think using a PC with the right
>software would allow a DIYer to not only locate a problem, but keep a
>database of all the routine maintenance and problems. I also think it
>would me more cost effective with this solution as opposed to buying
>multiple testers for certain tasks.
I was under the impression that one of the benifits of the OBD was to be a
common interface used by all manufacturers. As far as getting access to the code
and making changes the EPA will never go for that. That is why most all MP stuff
is sold with the disclaimer of "for off-road use only".
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