Engine analyser for small setup

kavesh55 · 26th August 2010, 23:49

Hello Bhpians,

This is from a interaction with my mechanic who wants a device to diagnose modern cars that come to his garage. I have figured out what he requires is a Multi point engine analyser. One that can be used for both Petrol & diesel vehicles. There are various analysers handheld, bluetooth, diesel engine, etc.
My query lies in -
1. Which is a good brand for analysers or something which has proved and used extensively ? there are a lot of made in china ones are they reliable.
2. An analyser that is reliable and serviceable.
3. Cost is a factor as the set up is a small one with 2 informal service bays, the person is saving money and will buy during diwali time.
He will get his self accustomed to it.

PS- I know this forum is of users and less of repairers, but it could be a future DIY essential for individual users too, finding its way to owners.

pranavt · 27th August 2010, 01:09

The made in China ones will work for a while, so it's cost effective for someone who cannot spend a big amount of money on diagnostic equipment. There is a very famous brand called CNReliable, a chinese company. Almost all the chinese diagnostic equipment comes from them. You can forget the warranty obviously, but their stuff is probably the worst junk you can find. Check online reviews and you'll see for yourself.

www.obdtoolstore.com isn't working right now, but check it when it's up.

Get an all-in one solution that has adapters for various cars and interfaces. A standalone model (self-contained, no need to connect to laptop) will be more expensive but will be portable to the point where he can take it to his clients and diagnose problems there itself.

pranavt · 27th August 2010, 01:10

The made in China ones will work for a while, so it's cost effective for someone who cannot spend a big amount of money on diagnostic equipment. There is a very famous brand called CNReliable, a chinese company. Almost all the chinese diagnostic equipment comes from them. You can forget the warranty obviously, but their stuff is probably the worst junk you can find. Check online reviews and you'll see for yourself.

OBDToolStore isn't working right now, but check it when it's up.

Get an all-in one solution that has adapters for various cars and interfaces. A standalone model (self-contained, no need to connect to laptop) will be more expensive but will be portable to the point where he can take it to his clients and diagnose problems there itself.

CPH · 27th August 2010, 01:25

With the non genuine ( car manufacturer's) you will not have all codes supported.

Also diagnostic equipment is just a tool that does not necessarily give you the right clues.

I would buy an OE one and specialise in them rather than trying to do everything. When specialising the chance to get work is greater than when trying to do every kind of car because a reputation is easier built up than trying to make people believe to be a universal genius.

SirAlec · 27th August 2010, 23:04

tell him to invest in a professional setup, or don't invest at all and do all the work old fashion way, which he may be good at.

There are universal analyzer available with a free one year subscription to newer cars' codes.

So he don't need to invest on each and every manufacturer's analyzer.

26th August 2010, 23:49	#1
kavesh55 BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Mumbai Posts: 748 Thanked: 49 Times	Engine analyser for small setup Hello Bhpians, This is from a interaction with my mechanic who wants a device to diagnose modern cars that come to his garage. I have figured out what he requires is a Multi point engine analyser. One that can be used for both Petrol & diesel vehicles. There are various analysers handheld, bluetooth, diesel engine, etc. My query lies in - 1. Which is a good brand for analysers or something which has proved and used extensively ? there are a lot of made in china ones are they reliable. 2. An analyser that is reliable and serviceable. 3. Cost is a factor as the set up is a small one with 2 informal service bays, the person is saving money and will buy during diwali time. He will get his self accustomed to it. PS- I know this forum is of users and less of repairers, but it could be a future DIY essential for individual users too, finding its way to owners. Last edited by kavesh55 : 26th August 2010 at 23:51.
	() Thanks

27th August 2010, 01:09	#2
pranavt Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,682 Thanked: 641 Times View My Garage	The made in China ones will work for a while, so it's cost effective for someone who cannot spend a big amount of money on diagnostic equipment. There is a very famous brand called CNReliable, a chinese company. Almost all the chinese diagnostic equipment comes from them. You can forget the warranty obviously, but their stuff is probably the worst junk you can find. Check online reviews and you'll see for yourself. www.obdtoolstore.com isn't working right now, but check it when it's up. Get an all-in one solution that has adapters for various cars and interfaces. A standalone model (self-contained, no need to connect to laptop) will be more expensive but will be portable to the point where he can take it to his clients and diagnose problems there itself.
	() Thanks

27th August 2010, 01:10	#3
pranavt Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,682 Thanked: 641 Times View My Garage	The made in China ones will work for a while, so it's cost effective for someone who cannot spend a big amount of money on diagnostic equipment. There is a very famous brand called CNReliable, a chinese company. Almost all the chinese diagnostic equipment comes from them. You can forget the warranty obviously, but their stuff is probably the worst junk you can find. Check online reviews and you'll see for yourself. OBDToolStore isn't working right now, but check it when it's up. Get an all-in one solution that has adapters for various cars and interfaces. A standalone model (self-contained, no need to connect to laptop) will be more expensive but will be portable to the point where he can take it to his clients and diagnose problems there itself.
	() Thanks

27th August 2010, 01:25	#4
CPH BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: London Posts: 579 Thanked: 35 Times	With the non genuine ( car manufacturer's) you will not have all codes supported. Also diagnostic equipment is just a tool that does not necessarily give you the right clues. I would buy an OE one and specialise in them rather than trying to do everything. When specialising the chance to get work is greater than when trying to do every kind of car because a reputation is easier built up than trying to make people believe to be a universal genius.
	() Thanks

27th August 2010, 23:04	#5
SirAlec Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: zxc Posts: 3,393 Thanked: 726 Times	tell him to invest in a professional setup, or don't invest at all and do all the work old fashion way, which he may be good at. There are universal analyzer available with a free one year subscription to newer cars' codes. So he don't need to invest on each and every manufacturer's analyzer.
	() Thanks