scanmaster tool

[turbobooster]

i just want to buy a scanmaster tool for my 85 all i see are for 86/87 buicks who sells a scanmaster tool for the 84/85s ? maybe you guys can lead me in the right direction with a vendor who i can purchase from who did u guys buy it from ? thanx

 

[TurboBuRick]

They don't make them for 84-85. :frown:

 

[turbobooster]

so how do we 84/85s read codes and get numbers from to make adjustments to our cars?

 

[TurboBuRick]

Well.......... there are some cheap scanners out there (like a OTC) that will work.

I use a old snap on.

Another option, you could switch to a 86-87 ecm then you could run a scanmaster. You would also need a 86-87 maf from what I understand.

 

[ZNix]

Yes. That is what I am doing right now. I bought a used ECM and MAF. Its basically plug and play if you have the right chip.

 

[turbobooster]

where can i buy the OTC? say i do get an 86/87 ecm and a maf is it a simple swap ? or will i running into other issues i just want to b able to read codes wen my service engine light comes on like it does now and just handle the problem

 

[BobbyBuick]

an old turbolink 2.13 will work and you can pick one up cheap .it is a great scan tool but you need an old laptop.i still use one today for troubleshooting peoples cars

 

[turbobooster]

where can i pick one up at? and by an old laptop wat do u mean ?

 

[turbonut85]

I would just convert to the 86-87 ECM/MAF and be done with it. There are so many more options with the 86-87 ECM setup as far as scan tools and adjustability in chips etc...besides, it is a very simple swap. All you need is the following:
86-87 ECM (with chip...stock 86-87 chip will work)
86-87 MAF sensor

That's it. the ECM plugs right in like the 84-85 and so does the MAF sensor. The only thing that you have to deal with is the 86-87 MAF sensor is about 1/2" shorter in length than the 84-85 one...ditch the restrictive stock air box and clamp a cone filter on there and problem solved. HTH ---Keith

 

[1dollardog]

If you choose not to upgrade to the 86/87 emm/maf at this time I have an OTC 2000 that I've used on my 84 that works perfectly. I've already upgraded my ignition and in the market for a scanmaster. I'll sell you the OTC for $75.00 shipped if you're interested. Let me know and I'll get it to you asap.
Thanks,
Steve

 

[O SO LO]

i would just convert to the 86-87 ecm/maf and be done with it. There are so many more options with the 86-87 ecm setup as far as scan tools and adjustability in chips etc...besides, it is a very simple swap. All you need is the following:
86-87 ecm (with chip...stock 86-87 chip will work)
86-87 maf sensor

that's it. The ecm plugs right in like the 84-85 and so does the maf sensor. The only thing that you have to deal with is the 86-87 maf sensor is about 1/2" shorter in length than the 84-85 one...ditch the restrictive stock air box and clamp a cone filter on there and problem solved. Hth ---keith

x 2!!

 

[turbobooster]

thanx for all heads up thanx turbonut for straight forward breakdown i am definitely going to go with that upgrade later down the road just need something right now for wat i have to work with so with that said steve i will take u up on the offer $75 goodlooking out so will i need anything else like a laptop ? or is that otc all i need? and how do i make this payment to u?

 

[1dollardog]

thanx for all heads up thanx turbonut for straight forward breakdown i am definitely going to go with that upgrade later down the road just need something right now for wat i have to work with so with that said steve i will take u up on the offer $75 goodlooking out so will i need anything else like a laptop ? or is that otc all i need? and how do i make this payment to u?

The other guys are right about the upgrade but I did exactly what you are doing. I bought the otc and used it till I upgraded. It actually will work for the 86/87 ecm conversion as well but there are much more informative units like the scanmaster and others to use with that set up. I'll PM you my info. Thanks,
Steve

P.S. The otc2000 is a stand alone unit and you will not need a laptop. I have all cables that you will need too.

 

[turbobooster]

payment sent lastnite dollardog

 

[1dollardog]

payment sent lastnite dollardog

Got it. I should be able to get in the mail to you tomorrow or Tuesday at the latest.
Steve

 

[novaderrik]

i'm running an 87 ecm with my stock 84 calpack, Turbotweak chip, and the stock 84 maf.
it runs great.

 

[fmster]

i'm running an 87 ecm with my stock 84 calpack, Turbotweak chip, and the stock 84 maf.
it runs great.

Novaderrik, What is the timing on your tt chip?