Durametric 2nd hand buy ?
11-20-2009, 01:42 PM
#1
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Durametric 2nd hand buy ?
What do you guys think about buying this 2nd hand Durametric tool guys ?
http://www.28car.com/par_dsp.php?h_vw=y&h_id=60191
http://www.28car.com/par_dsp.php?h_vw=y&h_id=60191
11-20-2009, 02:21 PM
#2
Nordschleife Master
Link does not work ....
11-20-2009, 02:52 PM
#3
Rennlist Member
Ya, what FlatSix said about the link. In general, buying anything software intensive second hand is not a good idea.
Don't buy the enthusiast version second hand. It's limited to two VINs.
There are two generations of Durametric cable. If you buy second hand know which one you are buying.
Don't buy the enthusiast version second hand. It's limited to two VINs.
There are two generations of Durametric cable. If you buy second hand know which one you are buying.
Originally Posted by Durametric
Version 6 is only compatible with our second generation diagnostic interface cables. If you purchased your kit after February 2008, then it is a second generation kit.
If you aren't sure, check this list:
* The cables with a box in the middle of the wire are first generation cables and not compatible.
* Cables with the electronics in the connector can be either first or second generation.
o If the cable has the light on the side that reads "Durametric," then it is a second generation interface cable and it is compatible.
o If the cable has the light on the side that reads "Enthusiast" or "Professional," then it is a first generation interface cable and not compatible.
* Customers with first generation interfaces can upgrade to the second generation interface for $150 USD.
* For more information about why we are not supporting the first generation interfaces and details about upgrades, please see our Upgrade FAQ
If you aren't sure, check this list:
* The cables with a box in the middle of the wire are first generation cables and not compatible.
* Cables with the electronics in the connector can be either first or second generation.
o If the cable has the light on the side that reads "Durametric," then it is a second generation interface cable and it is compatible.
o If the cable has the light on the side that reads "Enthusiast" or "Professional," then it is a first generation interface cable and not compatible.
* Customers with first generation interfaces can upgrade to the second generation interface for $150 USD.
* For more information about why we are not supporting the first generation interfaces and details about upgrades, please see our Upgrade FAQ
11-20-2009, 06:35 PM
#5
Rennlist Member
Is the enthusiast version really limited to two vins? I have only used mine on two. 
I don't see how they enforce it though unless it is in the cable somehow.
Anyway, if you are considering a used enthusiast version that's what you need to find out.
I don't see how they enforce it though unless it is in the cable somehow. Anyway, if you are considering a used enthusiast version that's what you need to find out.
