OBD II scan tools

[piley]

Hi,

Have any of you purchased an OBD II scan tool (PC based or otherwise) to aid in diagnosing problems. I am looking at several different versions and am having a hard time choosing one.
I want to have access to the GM extended data set and be able to monitor data in real-time so I am not interested in a code reader only.

If anyone would share their experiences/comments on a model it would sure help.

Thanks,
Paul.

[Jeremy-WI]

I have an AutoXray Ez-Scan 6000, it will scan about everything(except pre-1996 imports). Most of the problems with any scanner can be fixed with software upgrades and most have their glitches, my autoxray displays a false value for tcc slippage and won't show cam retard on a 98(defintely needed when replacing a distributor) and from what I hear the AutoTap software won't show the correct value for cam retard on V6's, but that could all change with a new software release. My scanner has the 8 line display unlike the older autoxray 2 line display. You may be able to find one of the older models for sale on ebay or buy direct from autoxray.

[piley]

Thanks for the info Jeremy.

I'll look into the AutoXray. AutoTap was one model I was considering as well.