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Discussion in 'Ferrari Discussion (not model specific)' started by huzilulu, Oct 11, 2023.

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  1. huzilulu

    huzilulu Formula Junior

    Apr 20, 2011
    340
    Houston
    Full Name:
    Huzi Husain
    #1 huzilulu, Oct 11, 2023
    Hey Everyone

    I am looking to buy a diagnostic tool to work on my 355 (1999 F1 Spider)... My options for current available units are:
    1) A brand new diagnostic tool that is sold by our own NickForza (single car access)... good for DIY but the priciest on this list
    2) A used SD3 - have a line on one
    3) A used Leonardo

    My goal is to be able to work on my 355's
    F1/Clutch system (flush and bleed, set/reset clutch, etc)
    Convertible Top (see errors, fix seat movements like dealer as opposed to setting resistance on pentos)
    All engine diagnostics

    What do yall suggest? Is a used Leonardo/SD3 capable of doing everything on a 355? Or go with a new NF product that has a year of support included?

    Thanks!!
     
  2. Rifledriver

    Rifledriver Three Time F1 World Champ

    Apr 29, 2004
    37,082
    Cowboy Capitol of the World
    Full Name:
    Brian Crall
    #2 Rifledriver, Oct 11, 2023
    I have an SD3 and am unaware of it having ability on 355. It may but I have an SD2 as well and use it. I hate the SD3 with a passion. Of the SD1,2 and 3 it is the least user friendly and a real POS.
    Ferrari did a very poor job of making the SD's backward compatible but needed to supply dealers with something the provided basic needs.

    I know a lot of shops using Leonardo and seem to like them.
     

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