 62BillT
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12-03-22 11:29 PM - Post#2850870
Looking to buy a new Battery Booster. Gooloo looks good, but I see they make different versions of the 4000. Trying to decide which one.
Basically need it to start V-8 Gas engines and similar.
Also looked at the Hulkman 8.5.
Any recommendations welcome.
Thanks
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 gchemist
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12-04-22 09:01 AM - Post#2850879
In response to 62BillT
A small Audew has lasted me two years. It was a backup to my BMW X5 3.0i for over a year. It took me that long to find a battery drain on it. Now, it's used as backup booster. My next upgrade will be a NOCOboost HD for V8 engines. NOCO seems to have a good reputation. If you go big on amps, either one of those brands will be useful.
Hard to beat a lifetime warranty on one too.
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62BillT
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12-04-22 10:23 AM - Post#2850884
In response to gchemist
I've also noticed the NOCO as one of the better ones. Thanks
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bobb
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12-04-22 11:27 AM - Post#2850889
In response to 62BillT
uh, i use a battery. actualy 2, i start big engines.
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 GreatNorthWoods
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12-06-22 07:07 AM - Post#2850961
In response to 62BillT
I've had a GB-70 model by NOCO for a couple of years and it is great. I carry it around in my car and only have had to use it a few times. It keeps a charge for nearly a year. Sure beats jumper cables!
Vern
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12-06-22 11:04 PM - Post#2850987
In response to gchemist
Which one has a lifetime warranty? I looked up the NOCO HD on Amazon, and it had a one year warranty.
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GreatNorthWoods
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12-07-22 04:10 AM - Post#2850991
In response to dgstarr
I'm 80 so I don't pay much attention to lifetime warranties anymore. 
Vern
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12-07-22 05:26 AM - Post#2850995
In response to GreatNorthWoods
I got mine from GMC Accessories, its a NOCO. I had some GMC rewards that lowerer the price a lot.
Here's an image of one, not necessarily the one I purchased.
https://accessories.gmc.com/product/2-000-amp-bat t...
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12-07-22 08:05 PM - Post#2851023
In response to 62BillT
Another NOCO fan,if you have alot of room and want a non lithium one look at the JNC ones
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GreatNorthWoods
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12-29-22 03:48 AM - Post#2852951
In response to elcamino
Does anyone know if these devices can be used to power a 12V appliance like a drill or light? I've only used mine for a battery booster and to charge my phone. You would think you could you could use it to power something but I don't know how to do that.
Vern
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gchemist
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01-01-23 05:03 AM - Post#2853076
In response to dgstarr
Which one has a lifetime warranty? I looked up the NOCO HD on Amazon, and it had a one year warranty.
dgstarr,
Hammacher Schlemmer has lifetime guarantee of satisfaction. I'm not sure how it applies to a limited time battery. I've returned a few broken items from them. Each time a replacement has been sent.
GreatNorthWoods,
The battery packs give full power for a set amount of time. They can run for a while but it will get very hot. The lithium batteries are designed to hold charge for a long time instead of sustained use. Other battery makers do make 18V to 120V converters. I used one as a temporary battery charger. I would take a 18V Ryobi battery and run it through the 120V converter. It worked great when I could not plug in a regular battery charger. I could charge a 12V battery enough with a 18V 9ah battery to start my BMW. The converter would probably run a small amp device for a short period.
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GreatNorthWoods
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01-02-23 04:20 AM - Post#2853100
In response to gchemist
So, there is no way to hook up the device for temporary or sustained use without a converter of some type?
Vern
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gchemist
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01-02-23 05:07 AM - Post#2853101
In response to GreatNorthWoods
As far as I know, yes. You need a converter. Power packs are now available. One or multiple 18V/20V batteries use a converter to run 110V items.
Here is my 18V to 110V inverter. It can run a 4 amp battery tender charger for about 45 minutes. It was enough to start my X5 a few times.
Here's an example of a low amp inverter for sustained use.
What type of tool do you want to power temporarily?
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japete92
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01-02-23 01:06 PM - Post#2853115
In response to gchemist
Whenever I have called AAA for a 'jump', the driver always had the same device; one of these:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-1400-Peak-Am p-P...
I liked it and bought one. I admit I use the compressor more often than the 'jumper'. But the few times I jumped my '63 with it, it worked just fine.
It also has a couple of USB ports so one could charge their phone in a 'no power' pinch.
Just some thing I liked.
Pete
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Algoma56
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01-02-23 09:08 PM - Post#2853133
In response to 62BillT
My son had a Gooloo and worked well for him. Another buddy carries one for his snowmobile trips. Can't recall the name, but the compact size, and ability to work in cold sure helps out.
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GreatNorthWoods
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01-04-23 03:58 AM - Post#2853176
In response to gchemist
Actually I wanted to use it to test antique ahooga horns. I rebuild them. Currently using a battery charger.
Vern
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gchemist
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01-04-23 06:05 AM - Post#2853178
In response to GreatNorthWoods
Oh cool. I think it would work. You turn it on and use it. Most have a turn off feature at 3 minutes. Plus it's portable. I've used a larger booster with a compressor to test electric fans.
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japete92
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01-04-23 08:34 AM - Post#2853184
In response to GreatNorthWoods
Actually I wanted to use it to test antique ahooga horns. I rebuild them. Currently using a battery charger.
Would not something like these:
https://www.voltage-converter-transfo rmers.com/col...
...better suit your chore? I do not know how many amps you need for the horn, but it can't be a lot. 10 maybe?
Just a suggestion.
Pete
Edited by japete92 on 01-04-23 08:35 AM. Reason for edit: No reason given.
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GreatNorthWoods
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01-05-23 03:57 AM - Post#2853212
In response to gchemist
I like the portable part since I have to plug in my battery charger each time I test a horn. I don't think my NOCO has a "turn off in 3 minutes" feature or I don't know how to use it.
Vern
1953 Chevy Belair Sport Coupe - 355 Chevy V8, 700-R4, 4-wheel disc brakes, Ididit column, cruise/tilt,'59 Vette Steering Wheel, A/C
1930 DeSoto CK Business Coupe- 350 Chevy Crate V8, 4-wheel disc brakes, TH400, S-10 Rear, Heidt's IFS, A/C |
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gchemist
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01-06-23 06:15 AM - Post#2853240
In response to japete92
Interesting that the 12V or power side does not timeout. NOCO states it can a run a small coffee pot. Even a 12V air compressor.
My autel does go to sleep after a few minutes. The NOCO are really nice. I'll probably upgrade to one once my Autel is toast.
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