Does anyone use a Data Logger?

[UltArc]

I'm looking for a system (cheap but effective) that will log what is happening on the car. OBDii, and works with the 2012 Mustang. I use an SGii and UG for instantaneous feedback, but would like something to track data over a tank, and to compare variables and what I don't notice over a tank.

Seeing what Diesel Dave has pulled as data logs, I would like to use something that I can review information with.

[dirtydave]

I would like the same and hook up an old laptop in my car.

[vskid3]

ELM327 scanners can be used to read the data with just about anything, the biggest issue if finding a good program. Torque for Android is pretty good and it has data logging, but I haven't found anything free or cheap for Windows that is anywhere near as good.

[UltArc]

8226 - CarChip Pro Automotive Logger

I really like this unit.

"CarChip Pro Logger Features
Record up to 300 Hours of Trip Details
Trip Details includes: Date/Time, Distance Traveled and Speed
Provides Individual Graphs and Summary Reports
Records Extreme Acceleration and Braking
Calculate Gas Mileage
Includes Software and USB Cable"

It seems that I plug the bad boy in, and drive. Pull it out, plug it into a Windows computer, and everything is uploaded. I can then do whatever with it. $100 doesn't seem too expensive for it, though it seems like the product is aimed more at monitoring a youth or a company vehicle.

I have read extensively on Ecomodder on the options, but no one has much on it. There is a lot on Torque (https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...g.prowl.torque), but then I need a dedicated Android device, and then need power, and then have it flopping around the car. I have an SCii and a UG, so the appeal is small. I just want a [fairly] simple/easy way to track what is going on.

It's interesting to note my EOC and my FE with the engine on (second last tank was ~1/6 of my miles with the engine off, and I averaged 32.6 mpg with the engine on, aka accelerating/keeping speed), but I am so enamoured with the thought of graphing and being able to actually evaluate my data- temps, how long it takes to do what, basically everything the data logger would show.

[jedi_sol]

Torque app is wonderful for data logging...however, yes, you need an android phone.

all you would need is
1)elm wireless bluetooth scanner $25 on amazon
2)torque app $5 on google play store
3)android phone
4)tell torque app what values to measure
5)after you do your runs...export everything onto excel

[UltArc]

Thank you, I just purchased the unit above at a discounted rate. Will review and write up on it.

[fidalgoman]

As mentioned above there apps that you can run on your smart phone via OBD to bluetooth adapter. There are quite a few that should give you everything you need.

If you want you can even run GPS apps as well.

[dirtydave]

The problem I have with the Torque + Android combo is that after 10-15 starts and stops of the engine it has trouble connecting and becomes useless. Not to mention heat issues this summer I would hate to have a melted lithium battery all over my car.
After using this combo for a year I'm ready to upgrade to a scangauge II.