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09-03-2014, 10:43 AM
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Engine monitoring system
I am looking into an engine monitoring system for my 2002 Newmar Country Star diesel. What are some of the lower price systems that use a laptop with maybe bluetooth or wifi?
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09-03-2014, 10:52 AM
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09-03-2014, 12:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Skip426
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Thanks Skip
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09-03-2014, 02:43 PM
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Hi noserider,
I use the Scan Gauge D for my coach and would make the same purchase again.
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09-03-2014, 03:19 PM
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This is what Silverleaf looks like on a tablet. You can customize it to whatever you want. For me it has basically replaced the stock dash gauges. I really like it alot. This set up isn't cheap though, first is the cost of the Silverleaf, then there's the cost of the laptop/tablet. The computer in the picture is a Dell XPS 12.
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09-03-2014, 06:16 PM
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Originally Posted by GaryKD
Hi noserider,
I use the Scan Gauge D for my coach and would make the same purchase again.
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Gary. I'm leaning toward the Scan Gauge for it's simplicity and size. Does it get it's power from the pin connector or does it need to be plugged in to 12v?
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09-03-2014, 06:21 PM
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How hard is it to install the scan gauge on an older cummins in Freightliner chasis?
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09-03-2014, 06:25 PM
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Originally Posted by rkainsworth
How hard is it to install the scan gauge on an older cummins in Freightliner chasis?
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I don't think the Scangauge nor Silverleaf will work at all on an older (mechanical) 8.3 Cummins. They need to be an electronic one like our '02 ISC.
I use the VMSpc on a 7" Acer netbook velcroed to the dash cover.
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09-03-2014, 06:38 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rkainsworth
How hard is it to install the scan gauge on an older cummins in Freightliner chasis?
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I have the Scangauge D in my 03' Discovery (Cat 330). I simply plugged it into the diagnostics plug under the steering wheel and then velcroed it to the dash. The good: It was only $147. The not so good: Unlike the Silverleaf, you can only monitor 4 functions at a time.
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09-03-2014, 09:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rkainsworth
How hard is it to install the scan gauge on an older cummins in Freightliner chassis?
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X2, on Mr_D's comment , in order to use these readouts, your engine must have electronic controls ; an ECM ( Electronic Control Module ); something a 12 valve Cummins , doesn't have.
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09-03-2014, 10:41 PM
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I purchased the ScanGauge tonight online. Good deal right now with Autozone online. Paid $147 including tax with free shipping. You might avoid the tax if your in a state that does not have Auto Zone but not sure about that. Also included is a $25 coupon on additional purchase online of $50 or more.
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09-03-2014, 10:42 PM
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I have been using the Silverleaf for about 3 years and love it. I use it on a Dell laptop that I already had and bought a 9" USB driven monitor and mounted it in my dash where the previous back-up monitor had been. Seems like the complete Silverleaf was $295 and the monitor was about $100.
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09-03-2014, 10:55 PM
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My opinion is that the Scan Gauge screen is WAY TOO small for me compared to the VMSpc screen that I use on my 10 inch Dell notebook.
Besides, when I want to see what is happening to my engine performance I want it now, not when the Scan Gauge gets to it.
It may work for you but I know that it wouldn't for me.
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09-03-2014, 11:07 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Skip426
X2, on Mr_D's comment , in order to use these readouts, your engine must have electronic controls ; an ECM ( Electronic Control Module ); something a 12 valve Cummins , doesn't have.
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I actually should have said what you said. I phrased mine as an ISC as that's what we have, but the SilverLeaf stuff only works with the newer electronic engines as you said.
Hopefully going to look at a newer used rig and just got the thought that maybe I should take the VMSpc setup with me and read the ISM's/4000 readings. Hadn't thought of that till just now!
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