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I think with a reader I can get feedback on my laptop but I don't know exactly how it would work. I would think I could see the exact numbers for all of my guages along with IAT info. I am not sure though. The 1997+ all had OBDII on them I just don't know what I can monitor, anyone got an idea? I was thinking of getting this http://www.laplogger.com/products.shtml?fily=wired_usb

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I have a OBDII ELM327 USB reader that I use with my laptop. With my truck I can monitor RPM, Vehicle speed, IAT, and Engine coolant temp, although the engine coolant temp always reads 150*C so its pretty useless, could just be that my ECT sensor is bad but then again the dash gauge works so who knows.:shrug:

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Perfect!

i also have a (chinese imitation) ELM327. i picked it up really cheap! like 15-20 to my front door. just remember that free software is OLD and kinda sucks. Palmer's PCMscan is a good program

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I actually just want a digital RPM gauge.. I wonder if I could make my digital EGT do that. Supposedly it can be programmed to do anything, but then I have no EGT gauge.. Maybe there is some cheap digital display that will read it somewhere.

Palmer's has a software that does that. you can make a gauge of a lot of things and equations. the software is included the the full version of PCMscan but you can buy it separate. i would run mine all the time if the battery in my laptop lasted more then 55 seconds.

Says on the site it supports the 9141-2 standard. Further down it states that it doesn't support the 9141-1 standard e.g. older v.w. and audi and such standards.Is there 2 different 9141 protocols? I know our trucks use the 9141. Or correct me if I'm wrong...

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Welcome To Mopar1973Man.Com LLC

We are privately owned, with access to a professional Diesel Mechanic, who can provide additional support for Dodge Ram Cummins Diesel vehicles. Many detailed information is FREE and available to read. However, in order to interact directly with our Diesel Mechanic, Michael, by phone, via zoom, or as the web-based option, Subscription Plans are offered that will enable these and other features.  Go to the Subscription Page and Select a desired plan. At any time you wish to cancel the Subscription, click Subscription Page, select the 'Cancel' button, and it will be canceled. For your convenience, all subscriptions are on auto-renewal.