What's a good OBD scanner to buy?

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Nov 16, 2008 | 07:56 PM

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What's a good OBD scanner to buy?

My dad wants a OBD2 scanner for Christmas so I was wondering if anyone knew which was the best value. Thanks

Nov 16, 2008 | 08:11 PM

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Nov 16, 2008 | 08:45 PM

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http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00920895000P -- a buddy of mine has this one works just fine and very good for the price

Nov 16, 2008 | 09:15 PM

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If you just want something to pull and reset codes:
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=94169

It's what I have, easily fits in the glovebox for quick access, and is simple and to the point.

Nov 17, 2008 | 01:33 PM

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Thats a killer deal, but looking for something with a little more, we have OBD1 cars too so I want to get him one that scans both OBD1 & OBD2, and has a few more cool feature.

Has anyone used a craftsman one before. It seems really nice but I dont know about there actual quality.