ordering a durametric

[pharaohjb]

Another thing to consider... I haven't checked the cost of the pro version recently, but at one point, at least, it was cheaper to buy TWO enthusiast versions than 1 pro version.

[Deserion]

Originally Posted by Durametric.com

Differences
There are two main differences between the Enthusiast and Professional Kits:

The number of cars supported:
The Professional kits support an unlimited number of cars. The Enthusiast kits support up to three cars only. The limitation of the Enthusiast kit is based on the car's VIN - not model.

The Coding and Command Console features:
Beginning with Durametric version 6, Durametric supports the Coding and Command Console features. These features are included with the Professional kits only.
The Coding feature provides for the ability to enable or disable predefined features in the car such as airbags, daytime running lights, cruise control, and the rear spoiler where applicable.
The Command Console feature is a means of communicating with the control units using very low-level communications. This feature is very seldom used.

Hope this helps. I have the enthusiast version, and oftentimes wish that the Durametric was more useful in the way the VCDS (nee VAG-Com) is for Volkswagen/Audi products.

[Sanford_yee]

I'm also contemplating buying a durametric. For those that have one, does it tell you what parts to replace/tweak if there is a fault code or does it just point you in the right direction?

[thom4782]

A durametric gives you lots more information than a OCDB reader. While it doesn't tell you exactly what part(s) to replace, it narrows down the possibilities a whole lot in many cases. If it allowed you to actuate more individual components, for example in the central locking system, it would be even better. Even with this wish for more functionality, a durametric is well worth the money. In fact, it pays for itself if it saves you a couple of hours paying a dealer to diagnose a problem.

[mountainman]

Got the durametric pro version in Now I just have to learn how to access everything with it. Looks to have a lot of potential that I am not aware of yet. So far I have used it to bleed the ABS system on my 08 and to turn on the OBC on my neighbors 04. Does anyone know of any good online tutorials on use of the durametric?

[JFP in PA]

Originally Posted by Sanford_yee

I'm also contemplating buying a durametric. For those that have one, does it tell you what parts to replace/tweak if there is a fault code or does it just point you in the right direction?

All diagnostic tools are like a compass, they point you in the right direction; but they do not work like a GPS which tells you exactly how to get there; that requires some diagnostics understanding.

Originally Posted by jb92563

What I find is missing is that when you look at a reading, knowing if it is within specs, or not. Without this knowledge many of the reading are nearly worthless.

The machine gives you lots of data, but the real trick is knowing how to interpret the data, and sadly that is what is lacking.

In my opinion a device such as this would actually be worth the money if it also had the database showing what the allowable specs are for every reading.

Even the almighty $20K per year PIWIS does not do this, you still need to look up things to understand what it is telling you. Basically, what you have is a situation much like the difference between a "rod burner" and a welder; both own the same tools, one just understands how to use them.