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Old Sep 20, 2015 | 07:49 PM
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Whats the best one for my 4.7? What I need is one I can buy to read the codes any suggestion's?
 

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Best one what? All vehicles have OBD. Your vehicle is OBDII, so what are you asking? Please be more specific.
 
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Old Sep 22, 2015 | 01:40 PM
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I want to buy one to read my codes not the on board one. I want the best.
 
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Old Sep 22, 2015 | 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Ticktock09
I want to buy one to read my codes not the on board one. I want the best.
Well then, if you want the best, get the one the dealer uses:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...B&gclsrc=aw.ds

And the good news - at this vendor it's discounted 25%!!!
 

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So you just want a code scanner? Actron makes some good stuff.
 
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So you just want a code scanner? Actron makes some good stuff.
No 'Keats, HE WANTS THE BEST!!!
 
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Old Sep 22, 2015 | 02:02 PM
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Well then, if you want the best, get the one the dealer uses:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...B&gclsrc=aw.ds

And the good news - at this vendor it's discounted 25%!!!
I don't need that just an after market one will do. 10,000 $ is too much.
 
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If you want to keep it under $10,000, here are a few options.

<b>Cheapie</b> Cheapie
- Will read and clear only basic fault codes.

Better  Better
- An advanced code reader, reads and clears code, including ABS & SRS codes.

Or, get a programmer for your truck, which also will read and clear codes.
 
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Old Sep 22, 2015 | 02:33 PM
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My bad, could have sworn you indicated you wanted the best.

Get a programmer, for the $300 or so you'll get a full blown scanner AND all the power, transmission and MPG advantages of tuning your PCM/TCM.

If not then go get you a basic $20 Autel and just throw it in the glove box...
 
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