Hello,
What do you think about ScanGauge trip computer : http://www.scangauge.com/
Looks similar to Detroit Diesel that was in my Series 60 bus,
Any happy users here ?
Engine scan computer
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Engine scan computer
Last edited by Fantom on Sun Aug 16, 2015 6:55 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Alek
2002 Born Free 26' RSB
2002 Born Free 26' RSB
Re: Engine scan computer
Alek,
I installed the original Scan Gauge in my Born Free about 10 years ago and use it every trip. The new model Scan Gauge II is somewhat smaller and has some additional features I believe.
I installed the original Scan Gauge in my Born Free about 10 years ago and use it every trip. The new model Scan Gauge II is somewhat smaller and has some additional features I believe.
Bill Hemme - Spencer, Iowa
E-mail: whemme@earthlink.net
2002 Born Free (Ford E-450 V10) 26' RSB
2016 VW Golf GTI - toad
E-mail: whemme@earthlink.net
2002 Born Free (Ford E-450 V10) 26' RSB
2016 VW Golf GTI - toad
- Dallas Baillio
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Re: Engine scan computer
Use the search link above and search scan gauge. You will get numerous hits.
Dallas Baillio
2001 26RSB
Born Free Leap'n Lions RV Club Member
2001 26RSB
Born Free Leap'n Lions RV Club Member
Re: Engine scan computer
I bought one.
After the novelty wore off, I never use it.
Maybe its just me.
Plenty of stuff on my dash/ info/ to look at and keep track of.
My BF is pretty new. Maybe if you had an older unit with lots of miles?
After the novelty wore off, I never use it.
Maybe its just me.
Plenty of stuff on my dash/ info/ to look at and keep track of.
My BF is pretty new. Maybe if you had an older unit with lots of miles?
Steve
2011 Born Free 22 foot RSK, rear side (corner) kitchen, E350, 29k miles.
Our first motorhome. Lots to learn. Thanks.
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2011 Born Free 22 foot RSK, rear side (corner) kitchen, E350, 29k miles.
Our first motorhome. Lots to learn. Thanks.
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Re: Engine scan computer
Older coaches don't provide as much information as newer coaches , so the scanguage is handy for them (airtemp , mpg ). Newer coaches can get additional information like Trans temp , and actual coolant temp .
2012 25' rb
Re: Engine scan computer
We have an EDGE Insight CTS engine monitor. I added an exhaust probe so we can monitor the exhaust gas temperature (EGT). Since we have a diesel engine, watching the engine vitals is important, particularly EGT, engine oil and coolant temperatures. I can monitor up to 8 items at once, but can select from approximately 20 items. The number of items to monitor depends upon what the vehicle has in its computer system.
The monitor also has the mileage log and performance feature.
I like the diagnostics as well. At least if there is an engine problem, I have a basic idea where to start to diagnose the issue. The monitor gives the diagnostic code number and a brief description of the code. With the code number, you can also research the issue on the Internet.
The monitor also has the mileage log and performance feature.
I like the diagnostics as well. At least if there is an engine problem, I have a basic idea where to start to diagnose the issue. The monitor gives the diagnostic code number and a brief description of the code. With the code number, you can also research the issue on the Internet.
Ben Ward
2005 26 RSB, Diesel
RV Name: Lion PAW
2005 26 RSB, Diesel
RV Name: Lion PAW
Re: Engine scan computer
I had the Scan Gage on my 2003 and liked it until it stopped working. I now use Ultra Gage in my 2015 Born Free. It does similar to Scan Gage but has more features and it is cheaper. Mainly I use it for gallons used, mpg, power level and water temperature. The 2015 Ford E450 displays distance to empty on the dash so this feature is not needed.
George W Becker
2015 Born Free Triumph w/slide
Birmingham Alabama
2015 Born Free Triumph w/slide
Birmingham Alabama
Re: Engine scan computer
I sent one of my Scangauges back for a software upgrade, it was not very expensive. Perhaps you can have yours returned to a functional status. You likely have more than one vehicle to use it in. If nothing else, it is handy for resetting codes when the check engine light goes on in nearly any car less than 15 years old. Or else sell it, after it is repaired.
Ed & Beth
2003 Born Free 26' RSB: SOLD March 2016
replace by a house near the beach
2003 Born Free 26' RSB: SOLD March 2016
replace by a house near the beach