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Post by oldnjplayer on Jan 5, 2020 9:07:06 GMT -5
Recent thread about AGM batteries reminded me that I recently purchased one of those small LI jumper batteries. Of course I almost immediately needed to jump start my 6 cylinder Mini Van. I was skeptical about whether this tiny battery would jump start an old dead battery, but wow, it worked. Just connected it, turned it on and started the van. Hardest part was figuring where to place the jumper to insure it didn't fall into the fan blade. Anyone else use one of these ?
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Post by Harleyboy on Jan 5, 2020 9:44:05 GMT -5
The little jumper batteries are handy as a pocket on a shirt and work really well. I keep one in the car and the truck. I've never needed it, but have helped others a couple times.
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Post by Sharkie on Jan 5, 2020 9:52:03 GMT -5
I purchased a small jump starter (750 peak boosting amps) a few winters ago and it works well. My neighbours small SUV wouldn’t start on a cold wintery day, so we cranked it for quite a while with the little unit. For ~ $100 Cdn it’s a cheap handy emerg backup.
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Post by Dave on Jan 5, 2020 9:52:32 GMT -5
Since you like them, which ones do you guys have? My ancient (They were old when I got them 30 years ago) jumper cables have dry rotted and I'm uessing I can probably buy one of those batteries for about the same as what high quality jumper cables would sell for.
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Post by Chris Greene on Jan 5, 2020 12:46:45 GMT -5
Since you like them, which ones do you guys have? My ancient (They were old when I got them 30 years ago) jumper cables have dry rotted and I'm uessing I can probably buy one of those batteries for about the same as what high quality jumper cables would sell for. I've had an Antigravity Batteries AG-XP-10 for almost four years. Designed to jump a V-8. So far, it has worked well. I paid $149 for it in early 2016. link |
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Post by walshb 🦒 on Jan 5, 2020 13:03:51 GMT -5
Since you like them, which ones do you guys have? My ancient (They were old when I got them 30 years ago) jumper cables have dry rotted and I'm guessing I can probably buy one of those batteries for about the same as what high quality jumper cables would sell for. I don't have one, so I decided to do a search. There are some reviews of different models/brands here: www.jumpstarterreviews.org/best-lithium-ion-jump-starter |
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Post by JDC on Jan 5, 2020 18:01:28 GMT -5
I was going to buy one of those to put in my own Christmas stocking but the cheapskate in me kept asking "When was the last time you had to use jumper cables?"
Still, I know it's probably a good thing to have so I imagine I'll convince myself to get one, shortly (probably right AFTER I need one lol).
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Post by Chris Greene on Jan 5, 2020 18:04:37 GMT -5
I was going to buy one of those to put in my own Christmas stocking but the cheapskate in me kept asking "When was the last time you had to use jumper cables?" Still, I know it's probably a good thing to have so I imagine I'll convince myself to get one, shortly (probably right AFTER I need one lol). I bought mine because I am in the back country enough on overnights that if my battery died (it never has yet) I didn't want to be a chump with no way to get out. I always make sure the thing is fully charged before I head out. |
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Post by SteveM on Jan 5, 2020 22:41:30 GMT -5
New site, new ways to spend money. One of these is probably headed back to college with my youngest when he leaves next week.
Anyone with hands on recommendations. He's driving a 6cyl 2011 Honda Pilot.
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Post by themaestro on Jan 5, 2020 23:18:42 GMT -5
I bought something different. It's not a battery pack, it is based on super-capacitor technology. The one I bought is an Australian product called RescueMate. You can get them through Home Depot. There is also a similar but different product available on Amazon. You don't have to keep this device charged up. To use, you hook it up to your "dead" battery. As long as it has >5 volts, it will charge up the capacitor. If your battery can't start your car, it can still charge this device. You can also charge through a cigarette lighter or even a USB charger. Once charged, you get about 30 seconds of cranking. What I like about it is that you don't have to mess with keeping it charged up. It can sit in your trunk for years and still work when you pull it out and charge it up. It also comes in a large-capacity model, if you want to start a big diesel pickup.
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Post by JDC on Jan 5, 2020 23:57:38 GMT -5
One thing that is a "must" for me is getting one than has some kind of extensions that make connecting to a series 75 (side post) battery easier. I saw a youtube where a fellow clamped a set of vice grips on to the positive pole then clamped the positive "claw" of the power pack onto the vice grips. Would that actually work?
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Post by K4 on Jan 6, 2020 8:08:13 GMT -5
Most jumper clamps have a cut out that is designed to clamp on a side post battery. Looks like a C on each half of the clamp.
Yes clamping a vice grip also works.
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Post by oldnjplayer on Jan 6, 2020 9:06:06 GMT -5
Just a few thoughts. I bought several on Amazon while on sale Most will also easily charge phones, laptops, and tablets. While I do have a LI charger, I still have my old 12 volt portable jumper box. Just for laughs I charged it and plugged in a small cigarette lighter inverter. I plugged in a lamp with a 60 watt equiv led bulb and left it on. The bulb worked non stop for over seven hours before exhausting the 12 v jumper. I had replaced the battery in the jumper box over ten years ago so its pretty worn.
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Post by NoSoapRadio on Jan 6, 2020 11:26:54 GMT -5
I carry a Noco in my truck -- I haven't had to use it but it started my dad's truck about a year ago.
I should go out and see if it needs to be charged.
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