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OTC Genisys 3421 79 Heavy Duty Starter Review

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Description of OTC Genisys 3421 79 Heavy Duty Starter

Genisys heavy-duty standard software includes J1587/1708 and J1939 CAN communications. Heavy-duty System Smart Insert Smart Card and PC software CD. Includes 9-pin Deutsch cable and 6-pin Deutsch cable. System 3.0 or newer 1 GB card required to install. Kit includes 9 Pin Deutsch Cable, 6 Pin Duetsch Cable, 1 System Smart Insert, 1 Heavy Duty Smart Card and Windows PC Software CD.

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Revainrating 1 out of 5

Avoid This Heavy Duty Starter

Save YOUR money and look elsewhere. Based on our own experience, this starter was nothing but trouble. While the idea behind it is good for automotive use, the execution is poor .The pros are that it is definitely heavy duty and can handle tough jobs. however the cons outweigh the pros. We experienced numerous malfunctions and breakdowns during use, causing unnecessary delays in our work. Overall, we cannot recommend this product..

Pros
  • Powerful performance for heavy duty vehicles
Cons
  • Expensive compared to other starter options

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Money is not big but waste of money.

This kit will only fit very few trucks. Truck manufacturers are not required by federal guidelines to build a universal form of communication into operating systems. I hope that with this set I can display some data and read codes with my Genisys. I tried the HD system on 4 different trucks and was only able to log into one system on one truck. I soon found that I had to buy a complete system from another brand, as well as purchase upgrades or "kits" (as they call it) to access different…

Pros
  • System 3.0 or higher 1GB card required for installation
Cons
  • Doubtful