Best portable Engine Analyzer ?

[kitcarbp]

What about this one, any opinions on this one ? Looks like all I really need

Choices choices, here is a basic Sears analyzer that is an inductive tach type. This may be all I need, It can read alt output or crank amps up to 400A according to meter.

[kitcarbp]

Well after checking flea bay for all types of engine analyzers even ones with a gas bench etc, I decided to start with a the basic Sears Unit shown above with inductive tach pick-up. They are cheap and plentiful on ebay which makes me wonder why that is .

Its compact and has lead storage built in. The scope I wanted will have to come later. I will feedback what I learn to the rest as far as usefulness etc.

Bill

[Argess]

I am beginning to suspect you merely want some impressive looking test gear to show off in your workshop......

Im teasing. And I would be interested in how usefull you find it, so please post again on this.

[RedBarchetta]

Originally Posted by kitcarbp

What about this one, any opinions on this one ?

I bought one of those in the early 80's. Haven't used it on my Cobra in nearly six years of ownership. It's a great conversation piece when I'm bench racing at home with the guys though.

-Dean

[kitcarbp]

OK got the SEARS analog analyzer and its not what I really need, a good conversation piece like you said.

Now I will go with a BLUEPOINT /SNAPON type automotive multimeter with all the test leads that should allow me to test everything but alt output/cranking amps.

[kitcarbp]

Just to update this thread with what I found as a good basic automotive meter.
The Antique Sears engine analyzer I bought was a mistake and will go out with todays "recycling". My first real mistake in my build so far >

After searching fleabay and on-line pawn shops for a used basic automotive meter with inductive, rpm's, basic DVOM functions, and thermocouple with F and C temp ranges, I went with the Harbor Freight CEN-TECH Automotive meter. I couldn't beleive they sell this for $35 new. You would not want this if you make a living with your meter, but for my home use, it gets a big thumbs up. The only item I still need is an inductive (0-400 A) DC current clamp for this meter so I can check current consumption quickly anywhere on the car.

Bill