Anyone have experience with this system? I have seen these software install units offered under different names/vendors. I watched the video at transtars website. From what I can tell you lease a complete J2534 kit from the vendor and only pay per use. Sounds like a great idea, I just didn't know if it had the same capabilities/access as Pass Thru Pro or other J2534 devices.
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Sound like a cool idea. There is one kicker with the Drew Tech remote flash program fine print though. Installing used modules into different vehicles is not covered. So I'm not sure how this would work if you're installing a trans module/valve body that was previously installed in different vehicle. -
If you rent a pass through and purchase the subscription, how would the loaner of the J2534 know if someone were flashing a new or used module? I think the additional time and steps needed to get a used module set up to work sometimes is just something Drew tech support doesn't wants to deal with calls and all the extra support time dedicated to holding hand and tutoring dozens of cheap Bastard DIY Green Horns speaking in broken english using a Drew Tech Rental tool from Poop Boyz to install junk yard modules. I think they figure the shop that only flash new modules are also the shops in more affluent areas most likely to embrace the purchase a brand new Drewtech J2534 and actively seek out re flashing work of newer cars , rather than a shop that only views re flashing as a necessary evil of the job dealing with newer cars, and will only try to get by as cheaply as possible with used modules and continuing to lease a J2534 tool only when a Chinese knock off J2534 doesn't work and they need to see if the Drew tech one can before giving up on trying to making a used module work..Last edited by Witsend; 04-04-2017, 11:25 PM.Comment
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No free lunch
Looked into this a little further and there is a $20 per month "inactive fee" if you flash less than 2 times a month. Still not a bad price for someone wanting to get there feet wet installing software. The cost to flash is $125 per install, which I feel is reasonable, just retail that cost to customer. There is no mention of specific battery charger with flash capabilities that must be used while flashing with their kit I noticed too.Comment
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So you think that you're rewriting the VIN ? Maybe not. Check this out, the story is this is a 2013 Caravan 3.6 with a PCM that wouldn't fire the no. 5 coil. A used part search brought me a PCM from a 2013 Chrysler 200 3.6. I rewrote the VIN so it would start. I saw right away that the calibration number was different but thought I would see what would happen if I tried a reflash. The J2534 program showed me both VINs the new and the original. No PCM flash available so the used PCM is a no go. It fires no.5 now but the APP voltage is wrong for the calibration. I haven't done much Chrysler flashing the last few years but as far as I can see with the new Chryslers there is no way to change the PCM other than the updates that are available for it or install new. The flash program is all inclusive with no manual down load as with the Legacy program. A lot of good reasons to avoid used modules. Just because Hollander says it's a match doesn't mean much, they should stick to crossing fenders and hoods.Comment
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try again ?Comment
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So you think that you're rewriting the VIN ? Maybe not. Check this out, the story is this is a 2013 Caravan 3.6 with a PCM that wouldn't fire the no. 5 coil. A used part search brought me a PCM from a 2013 Chrysler 200 3.6. I rewrote the VIN so it would start. I saw right away that the calibration number was different but thought I would see what would happen if I tried a reflash. The J2534 program showed me both VINs the new and the original. No PCM flash available so the used PCM is a no go. It fires no.5 now but the APP voltage is wrong for the calibration. I haven't done much Chrysler flashing the last few years but as far as I can see with the new Chryslers there is no way to change the PCM other than the updates that are available for it or install new. The flash program is all inclusive with no manual down load as with the Legacy program. A lot of good reasons to avoid used modules. Just because Hollander says it's a match doesn't mean much, they should stick to crossing fenders and hoods.Comment
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ive tried to flash 2 pre 2001 gm cars with ptp3 and both wouldnt work after a half hour on the phone with ac delco was told its to fast.It would require a tech 2.Comment
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So you think that you're rewriting the VIN ? Maybe not. Check this out, the story is this is a 2013 Caravan 3.6 with a PCM that wouldn't fire the no. 5 coil. A used part search brought me a PCM from a 2013 Chrysler 200 3.6. I rewrote the VIN so it would start. I saw right away that the calibration number was different but thought I would see what would happen if I tried a reflash. The J2534 program showed me both VINs the new and the original. No PCM flash available so the used PCM is a no go. It fires no.5 now but the APP voltage is wrong for the calibration. I haven't done much Chrysler flashing the last few years but as far as I can see with the new Chryslers there is no way to change the PCM other than the updates that are available for it or install new. The flash program is all inclusive with no manual down load as with the Legacy program. A lot of good reasons to avoid used modules. Just because Hollander says it's a match doesn't mean much, they should stick to crossing fenders and hoods.Comment
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