Baronet1

I need to start datalogging and I'm curious what device/system you guys are using, if there's a DIY on how to see what your AITs are and differences when the weather changes.


Is there a DIY or step-by-step on how to use, read etc.?

Thanks!

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I think a lot of guys are using blue tooth OBD2 adapter and an android app called Torque.

03'55AMG

I have been using the ELM327 adapter and Torque app as well. Very useful app for beginners. I would highly recommend it, although the datalogging can get very sluggish depending on how many PIDs your monitoring. Overall, best $45 data logger out there.

ArmoE55

I have an Android phone. Is the Torque app free?

03'55AMG

There is a free version, although the paid version is worth it. Many more options and capabilities with the paid version. I think it was only $5 or so.
You can even set up custom PID's

ArmoE55

How does the app work exactly? Do you plug into the Aux hole where phone charger is?

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The full app is only a few bucks, just grab the full version.

AMG E Power

I have iphone no tq app u plug a odb wireless adapter in and it syncs with ur phone via bluetooth. any good iphone apps like torque ?

ArmoE55

Guys, I'm a complete noob when it comes to this stuff.

What else do I need besides the app? Where can buy an OBD adapter?

I haven't setup the bluetooth in my car yet...need to do that this weekend.

03'55AMG

You have to buy an ELM327 adapter, easily found on ebay. It is a bluetooth OBDII adapter and is small enough to leave in the car and forget all about it. Just connect to your phone via bluetooth then configure the Torque app. Here's my adapter:

AMG E Power

u r a noob i see lol u can get the odb port plug in from amazon or ebay. u dont need bluetooth in ur car, the odb plug in uses bluetooth and so does ur phone !

03'55AMG

The car doesn't need blue tooth. All you need, literally, is an android phone with blue tooth and the app, and the adapter. That's all. Unfortunately IOS has no apps due to their strict policy on blue tooth accessories. I was going use my Ipad for this, but no apps support it.

AMG E Power

for the iphone guys

ArmoE55

Is this it?

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Which one do you guys use?

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_no...eywords=ELM327.


You guys get AITs readings? Accurate for the most part?

saleen01

interesting...anyone currently using this?

Denroll

I'm running the Zeitronix ZT-2, ZT-3, and boost sensor integrated into and displayed on a DashDAQ XL. It's probably the best and most versatile option for our cars. I have a real-time readout of IATs, timing, TPS, RPM, left and right bank AFRs, EGTs, short term and long term fuel trims. Data logging requires just one press of the touchscreen and is stored on an SD card. I can read and clear codes and the GPS input (optional) means I can record speed and acceleration runs. It's a pretty awesome setup and I'm glad I went for it. I recently got the alarm module and will be using that to trigger my meth injection at 70% throttle or 7psi of boost.

Bramage made a custom AMG skin for it and has like nine gauges displayed simultaneously on the screen. It's neat. It makes you pay attention to what's going on with your engine and that helps you learn.

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Can I ask what all that including sensors and installation cost?

cij911

^^ This is datalogging....I have a similar setup but am using Innovate product line on the AMG....I have used the Zeitronix stuff in other cars and can say that I prefer it over the Innovate in terms of ease of use.

SterlingE55

I'm in the Innovate camp as well. But I think I would prefer the Zeitronix set up.

Denroll

All the hardware is around $1k on their site. Some of this can be found cheaper through other vendors and even on amazon.com

http://www.zeitronix.com/order/order.htm

I got the buddy hook-up on the install price. Don't recall, but somewhere around $2-300. A cheap price to pay for peace of mind.

ArmoE55

I am stock, so not in a situtation like you big pulley, TB etc. guys where I have to keep my eye diligently on my AITs, timing and such... but I'd still like to see trends when we're in the humid summer months versus < 30' weather...

I just need to find the correct OBDII adapter to sync with my Android...

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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0051CAE1C

Toadster

PLX Kiwi Wireless ODB-II Scanner for iPhone & iPod $125 (but I got mine for $60 off craigslist)



and my iPhone5 - works great!

edit: with Palmer Dash Command $49.95 via the app store

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Stupid iphone. Wheres our $5 dollar app with $21 dollar bluetooth?!