inline 5 or nexiq for cummins?

Nexiq seems to be easier to use with all manufactures, that is the one I would by. But, you do realize that the Nexiq is just the interface between the truck and your computer. You still need a laptop or computer with the engine software too.

 

$399?

I had $1400 wrapped up in my system and sold it for a little less last year.

the problem isn't the interface but the program. Getting the codes (hacking or some sort of program that gives codes) to run the program is easy but something about paying for it and having the right support seems to make too much sense.

 

That is a Chinese clone, not a Nexiq, the cover screws are the give away. A true Nexiq has 1 screw on each side, that pic clearly has both screws on the back side. Do a web search on it, many many complaints that they stop working and you get no support or refund. They do not connect to everything that a real Nexiq can, and you will not be able to update it or it will be trash.

 

Here's a link for more info: http://truckmechanictips.com/tmt_plugins/forum/forum_viewtopic.php?4248

Ask you're local Pete dealer about getting Paccar ESA. We got last year and it was $800, but it came with a Nexiq USB link. You will find the ESA program useful for diagnosing your Pete's Namux gauge system. Then you'll have a Nexiq to use with other programs. Basically, for about the cost of a Nexiq, you'll also get ESA.

Another option is from the guy who make that post in the link above. He owns PFDiagnose, http://www.pocketfleetdiagnosticsolutions.com/ It's one of the cheaper, but better universal programs out there. It cannot do everything that Insite will do, but it'll do a lot of diagnostics stuff, plus ABS and more. Don will be honest with you about it's limitations so you can make a good decision. Plus, he gives really good support for his products.

Also http://www.apexinds.com/ can be trusted for genuine tools.

 

i would use nexiq just make sure its not a knockoff!