This Foxwell diagnostics tool or cracked version of Stream?

[MisterCruiser]

Can anyone recommend either this foxwell diagnostics or a Stream copy?

I need it to read the abs system, not just engine codes. Does anyone here have the foxwell unit and does it work ok on a 2004 120 model?

I’ve had bad experience of multiple VCDS copies from eBay where none worked and just bought the genuine in the end as I use it a lot. I don’t mind buying the foxwell if it is 100% compatible and if the Stream versions are a bit hit and miss whether you get a good copy.

Also, can anyone provide a link to a recommended Stream version please?


Foxwell NT530 Professional Multi-System Scan Tool for Toyota, Lexus and Scion Vehicles - [Leaving Land Cruiser Club]

 

[karl2000]

Denso intelligent tester 2 is basically techstream in a box and can do whatever techstream can do. Dont know how much they are now though...

Techstream has always been a **** to get working - I use an ancient version on win7. If you're tech savvy I think there are some techstream VMs knocking around that are preconfigured (VMware, virtual box etc)

As always with these cracked versions use a dedicated computer or properly separate it on a VM (ie make sure the VM doesn't get access to the rest of your LAN)

 

[MisterCruiser]

Denso intelligent tester 2 is basically techstream in a box and can do whatever techstream can do. Dont know how much they are now though...

Techstream has always been a **** to get working - I use an ancient version on win7. If you're tech savvy I think there are some techstream VMs knocking around that are preconfigured (VMware, virtual box etc)

As always with these cracked versions use a dedicated computer or properly separate it on a VM (ie make sure the VM doesn't get access to the rest of your LAN)

It's £450 according to a quick google

V2017.1 Denso Intelligent Tester IT2 Diagnostic Tool For Toyota And Suzuki Without Oscilloscope

Denso Intelligent Tester IT2 V2017.1 Diagnostic Tester-2 for TOYOTA/Lexus and SUZUKI 1.works for most type of Toyota(made after 2000) and Lexus 2.which can read and clear code , data flow, action testing and guard against theft initialization function. 3.it also supports OBD-II. SUZUKI.

obddiagnostic.co.uk

It's not worth such a purchase to me for my little use.

Can anyonbe link me top a version of Tech stream they bought that worked ok for them, a reliable ebay seller or the likes. Or a helpful seller who helped with the install if you encountered any issues. Are there any specific sites selling it with a cable, etc. I have a WIn7 laptop to put it on.

 

[karl2000]

Agree £450 is way too much for that. Had a look for the link for the techstream cable I bought but the seller is long gone.

The cable says 'Mini VCI J2534' so you can probably find a similar one.

I used an old version of techstream (V12) on 32 bit windows 7.

Is your win7 laptop 32 or 64 bit?

I think newer versions work too and I think it's possible to get it working on 64 bit win 7 and even win 10. See what others say.....

If you get a cable and want the ancient V12 32 bit software I'll get you a download link sorted

 

[MisterCruiser]

Hi Karl, I just bought a version here in Ireland yesterday and having trouble getting it running, chap I bought it off tried too and we'll try it again over the weekend. If we can't get it working I might take you up on your link.

My laptop is Win7 Pro 64 bit by the way.

Or maybe the unit I linked to in the original post is the way to go. They aren't shipping to Ireland now though, always something, haha. I could get it shipped to my mates northern address I think though.

 

[MisterCruiser]

So the chap I bought it off got it working for me today, not sure I'd be able to get it working again myself even after watching him install it, seems to be a bit of a process to it. He installed the version 16 i think it is, as opposed to version 13 we tried previously.

 

[karl2000]

Great! Now you have to post the link so the poor chap can get everyone else's here working too while he remembers wtf he did!

 

[MisterCruiser]

HaHa. I could ask him if he'd be interested, I purchased mine off of him so obviously he'd help his customers. But he might help others that didn't purchase from him for a small fee maybe. Anyone in Ireland looking to purchase TechStream I can recommend the seller in the link below:
Toyota MINI VCI J2534 OBD2 Scanner For Toyota,Lexus for sale in Meath for €50 on DoneDeal - [Leaving Land Cruiser Club]

 

[karl2000]

It's good to have a working link - people are always asking and sellers come and go!

 

[Fullmeister]

Does anyone have an OBD scanner that works ? I’d rather have a recommendation from a member than the waffle from the manufacturer .
I REALLY don’t want to go the whole tech stream /old laptop route as I’m hopeless with stuff you can’t heat up and hit with a hammer .
I’ve got the 2005 120 5 speed auto .
Thanks folks .

 

[karl2000]

Autel Maxidiag MD805 worked OK for me. I normally usually use techstream now, but used the Autel to do a full scan of the car before I bought it - even queried the ABS unit etc.

 

[Fullmeister]

Cheers I’ll have a look

 

[StarCruiser]

I have a Foxwell that I’ve used on Merc stuff including the (now sold ) cursed Smart Car and it came up little different to the genuine Merc Star diagnostic (minus their service info) so I was pretty pleased with it. Seemed to do what it said it would. Not stupid money and bought from Gendan who were a good seller.

 

[MisterCruiser]

The Foxwell one I linked in the original post seems good, they confirmed to me that it reads all systems not just the engine codes. I bought a Gendan handheld universal engine scanner unit off of them before and it has been ok. I'd consider the one I linked if you don't like the laptop TechStream route.

 

[Fullmeister]

Took the plunge and bought the Vident . £116 with a discount code from OBD2shop.co.uk
Bit concerned it was coming from abroad … but turned up quickly , easy to set up and reads all data on my car . Happy with it !

 

[MisterCruiser]

That seems a good unit then so if it's reads all the systems, engine, abs, airbags, etc..
Did you get a recommendation towards it or did you just come upon it and decide to take a chance?

 

[Fullmeister]

4x4 diesel on YouTube . Anthony seems to know the crack . Bit of a leap of faith but does exactly what I want ( code injectors / gearbox temp for oil change etc etc )
Takes a few seconds when you move between sub menus but otherwise all good .