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virgobugs
27th August 2006, 20:52
Right, I keep looking at the interface leads off e-bay and im wondering if to buy one or not. Bassically am i right in understanding that for 20quid your sorted and vagcom is downloaded for free??

Any one got experiance off this?? :-/

Scott
Silverbug
28th August 2006, 10:53
Vagcom softare can be downloaded freee from www.ross-tech.com. I have downloaded the software, but still have to buy a lead. Make sure you buy the correct one as they do vary.The website will be able to help you with that.
AxlFoley
28th August 2006, 11:51
I bought a VAg com cable, but not from ebay (i'll try and find the link)

from what ive heard its better to spend a bit more and get a good one, also get a Serial one ans apposed to a USB as there can be issues with recognising the lead.

and make sure you get the right one for your year of car!
virgobugs
28th August 2006, 11:54
What you think??

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/USB-Vag-Com-Compatible-Cable-Interface-VW-Audi-VagCom_W0QQitemZ330020018792QQihZ014QQcategoryZ30921QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1 QQcmdZViewItem
MrsEvvo
28th August 2006, 15:37
which software do i need to download from that site?
Silverbug
28th August 2006, 18:15
you will have to look at your interface (normally under glove box) and see what the label says(hex,can,bi etc). From this you will be able to determine what software you need to download for your car.
billybug
5th September 2006, 14:57
Used to have one when I had Gertie, bought mine off ebay, worked a treat (was a USB one too) the only downside is the software is shareware so you don't get the full version, meaning you can't change settings etc, only scan for and clear error codes.

A Useful thing to have for £20 especially as a diagnostic from a stealer is £70!
virgobugs
5th September 2006, 20:55
Used to have one when I had Gertie, bought mine off ebay, worked a treat (was a USB one too) the only downside is the software is shareware so you don't get the full version, meaning you can't change settings etc, only scan for and clear error codes.

A Useful thing to have for £20 especially as a diagnostic from a stealer is £70!

Yea, got there in the end :D Cheers for the info mate!! ;)
AxlFoley
6th September 2006, 00:41
it is possible to get cracked software, i think its available through torrent download ;)