scan tools...which one?

[Awesomeame]

Looking for a scan tool. So far I've found:

MEFIpro = $195 for program and cable
MEFIburn = $205 for program and cable
Rinda Diacom = ~$575 for program and cable (ebay)
Rinda Techmate Pro = ~$800 for standalone unit (ebay)

Are there any other options? Does one company do it better than another? I don't have any plans for aftermarket engine parts or tuning, this would just be for troubleshooting any engine issues I come across in the future. I'm kind of surprised I can't use an automotive OBDII setup.

Currently have 5.7 GXI-F which I believe is MEFI-4B although haven't pulled the ECU to look at the PN on the back.

Thanks

Matt

 

[tpenfield]

I have the Rinda Diacom . . . I am not sure how well-supported the MEFIBurn stuff is.

Definitely get something that gives you all of the data and not just fault codes. It will pay for itself the first time you use it, because you won't go out and buy a bunch of unnecessary parts playing a guessing game.

 

[BRICH1260]

I too have the Rhinda diacom hand held unit. When researching my purchase, I was not aware that any other product besides Rhinda products would work on a VP boat motor. things could have changed, that was three years ago.