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There isnt a best i dont think , one tool will always have advantages and disadvantages over the next tool.
The best is to have them all
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14th Apr 2009 10:37 pm
fastrac
Member Since: 13 Apr 2009
Location: Midlands
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Is there any other alternatives to the faultmate in this price range?
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15th Apr 2009 8:17 am
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I don't think we've seen anything on here that competes at that price point and with the same functionality so far.
I'm sure someone would have said (and there's been plenty of discussion about it!)Bodsys Brake Bible
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15th Apr 2009 8:59 am
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The problem is that anyone can pick up an OBDII manual and knock up software / hardware that can extract the information because its all standardized and documented.
However in the case of vehicles like the D3, OBDII legislated data makes up only a very small percentage of what else is available and the Ford (in this case) keeps how to access all the other stuff very secret indeed.
That means that anyone wanting to figure it out has to work hard at it and that quite understandably makes it very expensive.
Thats why any manufacturer dedicated system with capabilities like the manufacturers own diagnostic equipment always seems to cost several thousand with very few exceptions.
As you can see with our CCF edit capabilities, we obviously like to go way beyond mere OEM equipment capabilities with our software as well as providing loads of nice features and touches. As such, if you wanted all vehicle capabilities with our equipment it would actually cost significantly more than any other equipment.
However because we supply it modularly, tailored more for private enthusiasts, where customers can choose specific models or systems and even have equipment just for one specific car (by VIN), we have a unique ability to supply the equipment at a tenth of the price of anything else.
So, for what my opinion is worth, there really is no alternatives i know of in this sort of price range, and if there were something, i personally very much doubt they would be able to match us for features and access capability.
But i heartily commend you for asking and looking, very sensible indeed, please don't let me adding my opinion put you off.
15th Apr 2009 11:03 am
fastrac
Member Since: 13 Apr 2009
Location: Midlands
Posts: 27
If i was to go for your diagnostic tool BBS SPY. How much would it cost with the D3 module?
Also, BAS said it may be able to load remaps to the ecu.
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15th Apr 2009 12:07 pm
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The price for the SV222 kit which is the recommended and most popular option is GBP 770 Plus about 30/35 ish GBP for shipping and VAT @ 15% if you don't have a valid VAT number to give us.
There is a special offer on until the end of this month (Apr 09) of 20% discount but i am afraid that it is really for established members only and you are sadly well below the requirements.
But i tell you what i will do if you do decide to invest in one. I will give you a 10% discount off the price making it 693.63. and i will donate the remaining 10 % (77 GBP) to the site. I will also give all newbies that same offer.
Now that the CCF Edit capability is released, our next objective is to finish the reprogramming / re flashing capabilities on all ECU's
We have already done most of the work for that, having postponed it only to concentrate on getting the CCF edit released first and indeed here is a picture of our file database software in action. I estimate that we have a few weeks left on it before it is also released.
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Regards the BAS remapping, as well as being able to program the standard LR flash data into any ECU including the engine management, due to our collaboration, you will also be able to buy custom modified flash data files (maps) from Pete and use this equipment to upload that into the ECU.
So its a capability in the making, and in fact now that we are back to software development, there will be a torrent of updates to our systems D3 access and capabilities coming in fairly quick succession for most of this year. And of course any owner of one of our systems will get such additional software upgrades with the added features and functionality for absolutely free.
hope this helps, regards
15th Apr 2009 12:41 pm
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15th Apr 2009 1:39 pm
fastrac
Member Since: 13 Apr 2009
Location: Midlands
Posts: 27
Thanks for the offer BBS SPY. A'm seriously considering this tool for my D3.
Does this offer last till the end of the month as well?
Thanks for all the iformation.
Cheers
16th Apr 2009 7:23 am
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Yes, this offer would be till the end of this month too.
You are welcome, if you need anything more, please feel free to ask.
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