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Desertbull
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I have several NOBO’s, one in each truck and I use the GB40 model for my BMW GSA Moto. I’ve used it for others in the Arctic over 3 months and
never recharged it until I got back home to So Cal. Thumbs up for the NOBO units.
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KurtG
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I have this generic unit purchased on ebay for under $30.00. Looks just like the one my buddy paid $75 for. On my Baja trip in March I had occasion
to use it when the battery in my Explorer died when driving from Ensenada to San Felipe. It instantly started the 4 liter V6 motor and I then
continued to San Felipe where I got a new battery at Auto Zone. BTW, the Auto Zone computer was linked to the US one and showed my account with them.
I bought this little battery pack to carry when motorcycling but now make sure it is along in whichever vehicle I am using.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/322518275825?var=&hash=item4b17...
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John Harper
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Quote: Originally posted by PaulW  | | BTW, with a tire plug kit and a battery powered compressor along with the jump start device you will be set for travel in the boondocks. Be prepared.
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Yes, I always carry those plus tools, etc. Looks like a no brainer to carry one.
That $30 model might be a great Xmas present for my roommate. I'll probably go with the NOCO, burn some Amazon points.
John
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mtgoat666
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I have need to jump a car maybe once every 3+ years. I can’t imagine this Li battery would last 3 years in a hot car without catching fire.
Battery problems are so rare, it seems like a frivolous purchase.
Those of you with frequent dead batteries need to take better care, or perhaps you need AAA, eh?
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Hook
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"Hello, AAA? Yeah, I'm south of Catavina, near the turnoff to Santa Rosalillita. How soon can you come get me?" 
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PaulW
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Hi Goat,
We don't get much help from AAA in Baja. There are more things that cause a battery to be discharged than just an old battery. Things happen.
However you are sure correct battery failures are pretty rare - except for those of us that go camping with a DC refrigerator plugged in. Sigh.
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| Quote: Originally posted by mtgoat666 | I have need to jump a car maybe once every 3+ years. I can’t imagine this Li battery would last 3 years in a hot car without catching fire.
Battery problems are so rare, it seems like a frivolous purchase.
Those of you with frequent dead batteries need to take better care, or perhaps you need AAA, eh? |
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John Harper
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You're a mountain biker, aren't you? Ever park at a remote trailhead, perhaps without cell phone reception? I do lots of backcountry fishing, so
remote trailheads are routine for me.
1. You can carry a sat phone/In Reach/Spot X and (maybe) call AAA ($$$$$)
2. You can call your credit card company for roadside assistance that is less than a yearly AAA membership. It's $50 for a service call on my Amazon
card vs. $75 for AAA membership.
3. You can carry a charger/starter and save at least $50 and the cost of a sat phone.
Number 3 seems best option for me. You can also charge your phone, in case it's battery died while hiking/biking and your car battery is dead when
you get back to the trailhead.
The Shorai lithium battery on my Sportster has not caught fire after almost 4 years of use. I think most the fires are related to overcharging or
keeping them on the charger for extended periods. I have not heard any reports of these lithium chargers catching fire, have you?
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AKgringo
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The airlines don't want them in the cargo hold. Samsung had quite a run of combustible phones as well.
Here is the first FAA link I found; https://www.fire.tc.faa.gov/pdf/systems/May15Meeting/Lyon-05...
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cobra
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i have owned a noco gb40 for a year and works great, just a few days ago started
a light tower at my job (construction site) have only charged it twice
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Don Pisto
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| Quote: Originally posted by cobra | i have owned a noco gb40 for a year and works great, just a few days ago started
a light tower at my job (construction site) have only charged it twice |
and what method do you use to charge it?
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John Harper
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They charge using a standard USB connector. I believe they can take 2.1A so if you have an adaptive charger, it will charge faster. I guess charge
time depends on how depleted the battery is.
I believe the NOCO has a power switch, where cheaper models may not, so if you have the battery clamps plugged in, do not touch them together!
John
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caj13
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I ended up with the gooloo unit 1000 amp. that thing jump started my pickup with a 454 in it when the battery was stone cold dead, 5 or 6 times in a
row when I was having electrical issues and a long way from home. reviews similar to the noco I believe. the gooloo came in a nice hard sided zipper
carrying case.
and yes they are not allowed on the airlines IN CHECKED lugage, but they are allowed in a carry on. when I to retrieve my land rover from across
the country, that was a vitral part of my survivial kit. TSA looked it it, gave it the thumbs up, allowed it to pass!
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Akula
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I have a GB40 and I believe with all of the electronics that we carry around now these are a great thing to have in a vehicle. I have used it twice to
jump start vehicles and it has performed very well. It also gets used a lot for topping up cell phones or tablets. I did a bunch of research online
and the NOCO brand gets good reviews all the time. They have many different sizes so it's good to look at what you will be using it most for and buy
the right size for your needs.
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John Harper
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| Quote: Originally posted by Akula | | I have a GB40 and I believe with all of the electronics that we carry around now these are a great thing to have in a vehicle. I have used it twice to
jump start vehicles and it has performed very well. It also gets used a lot for topping up cell phones or tablets. I did a bunch of research online
and the NOCO brand gets good reviews all the time. They have many different sizes so it's good to look at what you will be using it most for and buy
the right size for your needs. |
I should have bought one two weeks ago. My battery died completely in my truck last week, luckily at home in the garage.
Tried to use my regular battery charger, but I guess whoever borrowed it last dropped it and it shorted out when I plugged it in. Borrowed neighbor's
car to go buy a new battery. Took the charger apart and found two wires disconnected (power wires!) Apparently someone carried it by the cord, or
dropped it, or both. I think it's fixed now, and have a new battery in the truck. GB40 next purchase on the list.
John
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caj13
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left my lights on in my land Rover this morning - (3.9 litre V-8) well, I thought I turned em off, but I flipped the switch the wrong way. 6 hours
later - battery dead as a doornail!
Pulled out the gooloo (1000 w) - been sitting in the vehicle in the sun and heat of central california for over 6 months (inside a hard side carry
case)
clipped the clamps to the battery, plugged in the fitting, turned on the unit - it said 100% power -
jumped in the truck - fired right up - like nobodys business.
went out and pulled the unit - now only 97% charged - crud - at this rate I will only get 30 starts before I have to charge it again!
bottom line, spend the money to get the breand name units - they hold charges for a long time, and can fire up alot of vehicles!
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John Harper
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I bought a NOCO GB40 charger (only $3 net, after some Amazon points!) right after I replaced my battery. It was on a special deal for only $78 so I
could not pass it up. Going to Yuma for dove season opener and who knows, I might have to help someone else out there in the heat. Hell of a place
to have a dead battery.
John
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DavidT
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NOCO GB40
Deal of the day on Amazon
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PaulW
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I read the report of a GB40 that was dead when the writer went to use it.
Is there any way to find out is the thing is dead before it is needed?
I suppose regular charging is the only thing I can think of.
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Hook
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I'm not seeing anything that claims it will start a 7.3 liter diesel engine. Is one out there?
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John Harper
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| Quote: Originally posted by PaulW | I read the report of a GB40 that was dead when the writer went to use it.
Is there any way to find out is the thing is dead before it is needed?
I suppose regular charging is the only thing I can think of. |
When you turn it on, there are 4 charge indicator lights. Of course, there are probably no sure fire guarantees it's going to work. Like anything
else.
John
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