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Title: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: tothetrail on July 30, 2012, 05:03:08 pm
I tried searching, but was unable to come up with anything current.  I can't figure out how to sort the results to list most current results first.

In looking at the U320 2000 era units, it doesn't look like they come with an engine monitoring system.  It looks like they come with the Audit 8t8 for back up camera, tank monitoring, etc., but I'm looking for something that will display engine codes, temps, etc. 

Is it possible to add on Silverleaf as a modification? 
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: Barry Beam on July 30, 2012, 05:17:10 pm
Quote from: tothetrail –
I tried searching, but was unable to come up with anything current.  I can't figure out how to sort the results to list most current results first.

On the Search tab click on 'Advanced" Then you can use the Drop down box to choose "Most Recent"
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: tothetrail on July 30, 2012, 05:42:55 pm
Quote from: Barry Beam –
On the Search tab click on 'Advanced" Then you can use the Drop down box to choose "Most Recent"
Thanks!  That's exactly what I was looking for!
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: Michelle on July 30, 2012, 05:52:55 pm
Quote from: tothetrail –
Is it possible to add on Silverleaf as a modification?

In addition to searching on Silverleaf (for things like the VMS-440, GlassDash, etc.), you might search on VMSpc as a number of members use that PC-based Silverleaf option.

Michelle
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: Dave Head on July 30, 2012, 05:53:22 pm
For $10K you can do the glass dash... Real purty!
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: tothetrail on July 30, 2012, 06:33:19 pm
Quote from: Steve & Michelle –
In addition to searching on Silverleaf (for things like the VMS-440, GlassDash, etc.), you might search on VMSpc as a number of members use that PC-based Silverleaf option.

Michelle

Thanks.  Yes, after a search, I see that a laptop may be the easy way to go.
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: tothetrail on July 30, 2012, 06:34:03 pm
Quote from: Dave Head –
For $10K you can do the glass dash... Real purty!

Hmmmm, I'll have to look that up.
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: Paul Smith on July 30, 2012, 07:02:22 pm
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> In addition to searching on Silverleaf (for things like the VMS-440, GlassDash, etc.), you might search on VMSpc as a number of members use that PC-based Silverleaf option.

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Thanks. Yes, after a search, I see that a laptop may be the easy way to go.

I really like our VMS 240 CL. It sits very conveniently right in front of me on the top of the dash. I only have to shift my eyes down to read it - not sideways. I rarely look at the instruments in the dash - or need to.

It not only provides the info, it is a safety device. It provides something besides the road to occupy my attention and keep me alert as it changes - not just the road and traffic.

Just recently I noticed it does not turn off when I shut the engine down - IF my running lights are still on.

best, paul
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: tothetrail on July 31, 2012, 07:45:30 am
Thanks for all the info. 

Does anyone know if I can buy the VMSpc, plug it into a coach I am interested in buying, and read the code history?
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: Dave Head on July 31, 2012, 08:37:01 am
You could ask Silverleaf - I think you can only read what codes are currently set. You can read mileage and lifetime mpg...
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: Chad and Judy on July 31, 2012, 08:55:21 am
SNIP: In addition to searching on Silverleaf (for things like the VMS-440, GlassDash, etc.), you might search on VMSpc as a number of members use that PC-based Silverleaf option.

Michelle

I just noticed Silverleaf also offers a new VC430 (I think) that can display engine data on your rear-view monitor. Nice option!
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: Michelle on July 31, 2012, 09:05:55 am
Quote from: Chad and Judy –
I just noticed Silverleaf also offers a new VC430 (I think) that can display engine data on your rear-view monitor. Nice option!

Good scoping!  VMS-330

New Product Announcement! | SilverLeaf Electronics, Inc. (http://www.silverleafelectronics.com/?q=node/18)

-M
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: Chad and Judy on July 31, 2012, 09:18:39 am
That's it; again, a very nice looking option, thou the picture on the link is pretty obviously a composite rendering and I'm pleased with my VMs-PC, I like the VMS-330 concept. We'll be up in the area in a week or so, and I plan to stop at Silverleaf for a show-and-tell.
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: Tim Fiedler on July 31, 2012, 09:29:37 am
Any cummins shop will read the computer. May be a small fee
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: Duane Budd on July 31, 2012, 11:33:47 am
It would be nice to find a price for this unit.
Title: Re: Silverleaf Mod for 2000 U320 Possible?
Post by: tothetrail on July 31, 2012, 10:27:37 pm
Thanks for the additional info, good ideas. 

After doing some searches, it looks like the cost for the VMS 330 is $1295.  It may have a small number of reduced features than are on the higher priced units, but looks to be a nice compromise since you don't have to consider the cost for an additional tablet or computer screen, mount, and power cord management required for the VMSpc.  But it may be nice to have the screen size of your choice with the VMSpc. 
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