Scan Tool for 87 4cyl RECOMMENDATIONS (Page 1/3)
Chic_in_a_mask APR 13, 05:34 AM
Ladies and Gents! Would anyone have any recommendations on a good decently priced scan tool for my 87’ fiero? Was sad when I saw the fiero store has one but not for my type of fiero. Recommendations will be deeply appreciated.

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RWDPLZ APR 13, 08:19 AM
Snap-On MT-2500, they're really cheap now on ebay.
FX APR 13, 10:38 AM
My understanding of the OBD1 scan tool is that all it does is jump the two terminals in the plug, and you have to read the dash light flashes. You can do the same thing with a paper clip...Sorry if I'm misinformed, I'm sure someone will correct me...
Patrick APR 13, 11:52 AM

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Originally posted by FX:

My understanding of the OBD1 scan tool is that all it does is jump the two terminals in the plug, and you have to read the dash light flashes.



There's a big difference between a scan tool and a simple code reader.


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Originally posted by RWDPLZ:

Snap-On MT-2500, they're really cheap now on ebay.



What do you consider "really cheap"? The least expensive one I could find on eBay was $75 (up to $300), and the correct cartridge (min $15) still needs to be bought.

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FX APR 13, 05:47 PM
Patric thanks, I will look in to one of these for my 86 2.8...
PS: will it work on my 86. It would be nice to have in my shop...

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FX APR 13, 05:59 PM
Patrick, I have a good Actron OB2 scanner. Do you know if the adapters sold on ebay will read diagnostics, or just the code flashes?

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Blacktree APR 13, 06:21 PM
I still have an old OTC 2000 scanner that I used to use on my '87 Duke. It has the GM cartridge. I'm not sure what shipping would be to Hawaii, but can look it up if you're interested.
Patrick APR 13, 06:31 PM

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Originally posted by FX:

will it work on my 86



I have no experience using any standalone scan tool. I instead run WinALDL on an ancient Dell laptop connected to the car's ALDL port (using the appropriate cable). Works with my '84 duke, '86 GT and '88 Formula. Interestingly enough, it doesn't work with an '87 duke.... but a solution can be found Here using TunerPro software.
Chic_in_a_mask APR 13, 07:46 PM
A little progress report and info on my hunt for a scan tool for my 87’ 4 banger. I do have the original code reader, but need more than just codes.
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A shout out to Patrick for the info he gave me on my overheating post! He sent me to a thread PHONEDAWGZ was in and because of that I found the scene tool I need. PHONEDAWGZ is also on eBay so if anyone has a problem finding a scan tool for an 87’ iron duke go there, you will not regret it!
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Thank you everyone for your help and info! And an even bigger thanks to the men of the hour PATRICK and PHONEDAWGZ!!!!

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Chic_in_a_mask APR 13, 07:52 PM

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Originally posted by Blacktree:

I still have an old OTC 2000 scanner that I used to use on my '87 Duke. It has the GM cartridge. I'm not sure what shipping would be to Hawaii, but can look it up if you're interested.




Thanks Blacktree! I am grateful for your offer. Although I was able to find something that works through PHONEDAWGZ, which I recommend to others. And literally posted all the info during your post. I do appreciate your help and concern either way.

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