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Old 04-14-10, 05:51 PM
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Default Alldata.com = bunk?

I just registered with alldatadiy.com yesterday and have found the information underwhelming so far. I found a few useful diagrams, but nothing like I was expecting.

If I want an in-depth manual should I just go with the factory service/repair manual? I'm looking for something with clear diagrams, instructions, etc.
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Get a Hayne's Manual
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Really?

I guess I'll swing by O'reilly or Autozone and see how detailed they are...
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I use my alldata account pretty frequently. I assumed it was the factory manuals, just online.
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I've heard a lot of good things about alldata but I dont have it so I cant really comment on it.... Try to download the SC repair manual. Its around here somewhere. Good luck
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Originally Posted by InhumaneSC
Get a Hayne's Manual
I don't think they made one for the car
Old 04-14-10, 06:45 PM
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Hayne's manual sucks. Are there different levels to alldata? I used to have the password for Bill Herd Chevrolet account and it was the best thing since sliced bread.
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ive got all data for a 95 sc300 = pretty damn useless... now i will say i had a 97 prelude with alldata...and no crap ill quote zhillz "it was the best thing since sliced bread"...any problems with my prelude i jumped on alldata and within an hour i always figured it out, and had it repaired or parts on order....
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It sucks pretty bad for my car...'93 SC400...I think I'm going to bite the bullet and get one from Lexus...I figure if I keep dropping $20 here and there for ****, it'll add up pretty quickly.

I don't think there are different levels to alldata...and I'm sure for other cars it's extensive...but pretty scarce for mine.
Old 04-14-10, 08:41 PM
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this is what i use,

http://forum.clubna-t.com/showthread.php?t=7427

and cant beat the price FREE FTW!!!
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it's all about alldatapro! sometimes it pays off to work in a shop..
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Originally Posted by nhepburn
it's all about alldatapro! sometimes it pays off to work in a shop..
So there are different levels! I was logging into a dealership account so it had to be pro.
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Never tried the online version.. but the version with the cds/dvds are just full of info.
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all-data is alright. You can find the toyota tech repair manual online if you look hard enough. I found one for a 95 supra, has all diagrams for both 2jz-ge and 2jz-gte. Its ridiculously usefull, and just enough details to tear down the engine if needed.
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We have an AllDataPro account, I dont like it as much the Mitchell OnDemad5..


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