Looking for feedback direction on Tech 2 clone purchase

[Fless]

I went by the info on the link. When you boot the Tech 2 the software version will be listed at the bottom of the screen (after the POST - Power On Self Test).

 

[tooleyondeck]

I've read soo much about the Tech-2 clones on here, but could one of our knowledgeable members please enlighten me as to what the benefits of this are compared to HP Tuners VCM Scanner/Editor?

 

[Geotrash]

I've read soo much about the Tech-2 clones on here, but could one of our knowledgeable members please enlighten me as to what the benefits of this are compared to HP Tuners VCM Scanner/Editor?

It's the dealer-level GM tool that provides access to all of the modules for troubleshooting purposes, along with cataloging, etc. It's not designed to change ECU parameters like HP Tuners, but as I understand it HP Tuners doesn't provide access to all of the modules such as the BCM that are needed for troubleshooting non engine-related systems.

 

[tooleyondeck]

It's the dealer-level GM tool that provides access to all of the modules for troubleshooting purposes, along with cataloging, etc. It's not designed to change ECU parameters like HP Tuners, but as I understand it HP Tuners doesn't provide access to all of the modules such as the BCM that are needed for troubleshooting non engine-related systems.

being that non-engine related systems are going to be 99% of my issues, I’m already sold!

 

[DaveO9]

I'm pretty sure I'll pull the trigger on a Tech 2 here in the next week or two. A few questions

1. I want to do a re-gear from 3.08 to 3.42 or 3.73 within the next year - would the Tech 2 be able to do the recalibration?
2. I replaced my rear park assist sensors, but I'm still getting a service message and the system isn't working - would the Tech 2 help me diagnose?
3. After reading a bunch on other threads, I'm still confused about the need for a computer. The package comes with CDs, our Windows computers don't even have CD drives any more. Sounds like it's only needed for programming, but I may want to do that. Can you get adapters/software to allow it to run with modern Windows machines? I don't want to hunt for a Win XP laptop!
4. My '13 LT Tahoe doesn't seem to have one-touch up on even the driver's window. Seems like it should? Can the Tech 2 help?

Thanks!

 

[Grady_Wilson]

Original link to the Tech 2 clone is dead.

Anyone have a link that works?

 

[Joseph Garcia]

I'm pretty sure I'll pull the trigger on a Tech 2 here in the next week or two. A few questions

1. I want to do a re-gear from 3.08 to 3.42 or 3.73 within the next year - would the Tech 2 be able to do the recalibration?
2. I replaced my rear park assist sensors, but I'm still getting a service message and the system isn't working - would the Tech 2 help me diagnose?
3. After reading a bunch on other threads, I'm still confused about the need for a computer. The package comes with CDs, our Windows computers don't even have CD drives any more. Sounds like it's only needed for programming, but I may want to do that. Can you get adapters/software to allow it to run with modern Windows machines? I don't want to hunt for a Win XP laptop!
4. My '13 LT Tahoe doesn't seem to have one-touch up on even the driver's window. Seems like it should? Can the Tech 2 help?

Thanks!

1. Not sure @swathdiver
2. Yes
3. You only need the computer for programming. Some folks track live data, and a computer can be 'helpful', but not necessary, due to its larger screen.
4. You can troubleshoot the issue with it.

 

[DaveO9]

1. Not sure @swathdiver
2. Yes
3. You only need the computer for programming. Some folks track live data, and a computer can be 'helpful', but not necessary, due to its larger screen.
4. You can troubleshoot the issue with it.

Thank you! I think it's going to be worth the investment. Also have a 2012 Cruze in the family.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Thank you! I think it's going to be worth the investment. Also have a 2012 Cruze in the family.

It will absolutely be worth the investment. I've saved literally thousands of dollars in diagnostics and repairs, being able to zero in and identify the sources of issues that pop up from time to time and then repair them myself.

 

[CBIII]

It looks they're shipping PCMCIA cards labeled 33.004.

yup! I received mine from Aliexpress yesterday it that's what was on the card that came with it.