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Technical => Engine Tech => Topic started by: dw85745 on March 02, 2008, 11:28:43 AM

Title: Monitoring EEC-IV
Post by: dw85745 on March 02, 2008, 11:28:43 AM
I came across a web site that has a number of computer programs that appear to run on a laptop to monitor all aspects of the EEC-IV in realtime, not just dump codes.  However I could not find a contact link to ask further questions.

If someone has/or has used this type of software:

1)  Is there a special cable to link the car to the laptop or is a special daughter board in the laptop required?
2)  If a cable link, does it use USB, Serial Port, other?
3)  Where does it connect on the car -- underhood test plug to obtain codes or is a breakout box needed which taps into the EEC-IV?

Any other input appreciated.
Title: Monitoring EEC-IV
Post by: V8Demon on March 02, 2008, 12:52:20 PM
I believe Cougar5.0 has used software like this before.  You could also poke around SBFtech.com
Title: Monitoring EEC-IV
Post by: Skunk on March 02, 2008, 02:40:39 PM
subscribing......also interested
Title: Monitoring EEC-IV
Post by: Haystack on March 02, 2008, 03:15:02 PM
I have seen similar things with mustang builds, check out the mustang sites and i'm sure you could find information on it. generally I would think all you would need is a serial port, although usb is the new favorite.