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  • m42b32M
    m42b32M
    m42b32
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    So I recently found out about the UltraGauge, it basically plugs into your OBD2 port and displays all sorts of information from there like actual engine coolant temps, intake air temps, AFR, etc. It can also read and clear CEL codes and you can set alarms for all the gauges if the numbers fall outside a certain range (engine temps anyone?). 

    http://www.ultra-gauge.com/ultragauge/

    Best part is its only like $80 which is a steal compared to the alternatives. Anyone have any experience with one of these? They seem pretty useful

    1991 318is, 1991 318i, 2022 Bronco

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    • jc43089J
      jc43089J
      jc43089
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      Seems like a good solution. I have a Bluetooth obd2 adapter that works with apps on my phone. A permanent device would be much more convenient. It will have a bit of a delay to respond because of the communication protocol but I was seeing around 300ms response time with Bluetooth one. I think mine is an obdlink mx which is a higher end one.

      Sent from my 831C using Tapatalk

      2/94 325i Sedan, Arctic Gray: UUC LTW FW, EVO 3 and DSSR, +.020 Maxsil pistons, ASC delete, Eibach shocks/springs, 16" contour reps 238k
      3/93 325i Coupe, Schwarz 2, Sketchy stance action, ebay turbo, 300k
      '89 325i Vert, Alpine White: 5spd swapped, sold.

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      • m42b32M
        m42b32M
        m42b32
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        I thought about the bluetooth/phone app but I think a dedicated solution would be worth it instead of always attaching and detaching my phone. The wireless would be nice though so you don't have to run a cord anywhere...

        1991 318is, 1991 318i, 2022 Bronco

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        • jc43089J
          jc43089J
          jc43089
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          I would go with a dedicated unit. Not easy or smart to use the phone app while driving trying to troubleshoot. I mostly use mine for troubleshooting, it's too much of a pain to use it every time I drive the car.

          Sent from my 831C using Tapatalk

          2/94 325i Sedan, Arctic Gray: UUC LTW FW, EVO 3 and DSSR, +.020 Maxsil pistons, ASC delete, Eibach shocks/springs, 16" contour reps 238k
          3/93 325i Coupe, Schwarz 2, Sketchy stance action, ebay turbo, 300k
          '89 325i Vert, Alpine White: 5spd swapped, sold.

          '04 Toyota Sienna: 24V to 24V swap in progress

          '05 Volvo V70R, 6spd.  200k
          '85 Toyota LandCruiser: Lifted, gas hog. 205k
          '99 Nissan Maxima: 5spd, Rusty but trusty winter beater. 252k RIP.

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          • Dominic540D
            Dominic540D
            Dominic540
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            I have a Bluetooth adapter and Torque app on an old phone mounted to the dash so that I don't have to take it out. I hardwired a charger and routed the wire to come out of the corner of the dash to power it. Total cost including the mount, charger, adapter, and app was $30.

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            • YoungCRY
              YoungCRY
              YoungCR
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              I have an old iPhone 4s and Galaxy s3 if anyone needs an old phone. Great idea.

              Chris Young
              BMWCCA #458972
              1986 528e/5  | 1994 530i/5 | 1995 540i/6 | 2013 X5 35d | 1998 C1500 Suburban | 1995 K2500 Suburban

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