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cmags · 07-08-2008, 05:19 PM

So I've been working on the MPGuino and just noticed this OBDguino project. Since I've got an '05, tying into the OBD-II port would be much easier I think than the VSS and injectors. I've already got a pair of MCZ33290EF's from when I was going to attempt an OBD-II -> CarPC interface (www.obddiag.net), and just ordered an OBD plug.

How far along is this code? Is it comparable to the MPGuino project yet - i.e, does anyone have a working MPG readout? Also, I haven't worked with much smaller than 0.10" components - is everyone just tacking wires onto the SIOC to connect to the board? Has anyone tried one of these adapters? Adapter Product Information

Finally, think there's any issue with splicing directly into the OBD wires? Having an OBD plug sticking out of the dash permanently may be a bit of a pain. I'm less afraid of splicing into OBD wires than ECU wires for VCC and injector pulses, and at minimum, the OBD wires are easier to get to.

Thanks!

07-08-2008, 05:19 PM	#61 (permalink)
cmags EcoModding Apprentice Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 139 Scoob - '05 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport SE 90 day: 25.28 mpg (US) Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	So I've been working on the MPGuino and just noticed this OBDguino project. Since I've got an '05, tying into the OBD-II port would be much easier I think than the VSS and injectors. I've already got a pair of MCZ33290EF's from when I was going to attempt an OBD-II -> CarPC interface (www.obddiag.net), and just ordered an OBD plug. How far along is this code? Is it comparable to the MPGuino project yet - i.e, does anyone have a working MPG readout? Also, I haven't worked with much smaller than 0.10" components - is everyone just tacking wires onto the SIOC to connect to the board? Has anyone tried one of these adapters? Adapter Product Information Finally, think there's any issue with splicing directly into the OBD wires? Having an OBD plug sticking out of the dash permanently may be a bit of a pain. I'm less afraid of splicing into OBD wires than ECU wires for VCC and injector pulses, and at minimum, the OBD wires are easier to get to. Thanks!