Thread: nanocom temp readings

ok yas got me interested, whats a nanocom { im guessing some sort of plug in devise for reading engine sensors} how much are they and where do i get one lol, and adam ive thought this myself on many occasions ive got an 00 build 01 australian model v8 and even for a v8 it seems to run pretty warm, the gauge sits one needle width above halfway and has since ive owned the car but i get an icredable amound of heat coming into the cab of the vehicle and also when i pop the bonnet its hot enough to cook a roast dinner! ive always been a little worried about it but a mates dad {LR and RR nut} says its nothing to worry about but if i ever see the needle creeping up even slightly pull over turn it off wait 3-5 mins turn it on for about 10 secs then off again and repeat the process for 20-30mins while you wait for a tow truck or mate with a car trailer, im assuming so the hot coolant isnt sitting in the jackets and warping the heads mabey....

Originally Posted by disco2_dan

ok yas got me interested, whats a nanocom { im guessing some sort of plug in devise for reading engine sensors} how much are they and where do i get one lol

:: Nanocom ::
https://www.blackbox-solutions.com/shop/

Basically it's a diagnostic tool which can access every ECU (except the Hella CC) on the D2. There is an instrument mode which gives access to a range of data, however the display layouts are not user editable. Cost is roughly $400-450 shipped from the manufacturer in Cyprus.

If you just want a gauge with OBDII ability -- a good solution for the V8 D2 which has comprehensive OBD-II coverage -- there are better options.

One example is a ScanGauge II:
ScanGauge - Australian Sales, Support and Warranty. Ample Outdoors

cheers
Paul

I've had a Patrol scoop on my V8s worked a treat.

Originally Posted by Tombie

I've had a Patrol scoop on my V8s worked a treat.

Thanks Mike, but do I really want to destroy my nice Landrover by installing Pooootrol stuff on it. . but seriously, do you have any pics, I really think this would make a big difference.

Dan, I just got my Scan gauge, only took 2 days to be delivered and cost $159. The temp gauge on the D2 is next to useless as it doesn't move until its too late. I was going to put in a VDO temp gauge, but it was cheaper and easier to get a scanguage which will monitor many parameters and work as a trip computer.
I will be getting a nanocom before the big Cape trip next year.

I would also love to hear if people think Nanocom is the best way to go or if there are other better diagnostic equipment around.

No pics here but some home - I get back home Boxing Day..