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I got stuck with no phone, a dead battery, and no wallet one time in the country while working a job. I used gas tools only but had a few battery operated drills in my trailer. I proceeded to break a radio apart for wire, connect my car battery to a 20v dewalt battery, and start my car after waiting 10 mins to charge. It was a truly great moment hearing that engine just barely turn fast enough to fire. Oh boy.
Very creative. I have heard of jumping cars years ago by touching the bumpers, and using a coat hanger for the positive connection. Gloves recommended.
Tool batteries will definitely do it but I think they get wrecked but better than being stranded! I dont think they need to sit to charge though pretty sure you can get it going right away.
@@PapaDikpill only needed like 3 or 4 inches of wire on each terminal and yes I remember having to splice them. Typical battery powered construction type radio.
Has anyone tried the little blue 750 peak amps Centec Starter / power station ?? ....and did anyone notice an odor ?? I'm new to all these.... I use my van as a camper van and hope its safe to keep in the van, I'm freaked out by all the WARNINGS ....works good though ....any input ??
which part of the world are you in? how does it hold up to cold winter nights and hot summer days. Arent lithium batteries not supposed to be stored in hot or cold environments. thanks
Scotty you're my favorite online mechanic teacher and advisor! You're practical , honest , intelligent smart and has a unique style . Keep up the great work and God bless always !!!
I really enjoy your episodes. I was a mechanic for 30 years and I have to say, you really know your stuff. When I first started there was a senior mechanic much like you and I learned a lot from him and made my work so much easier. He really put pressure on me to figure our the problem and drove me nuts until I found it. He would say, you would not learn if I was to point to the problem, would you? I sure missed him when he retired.
I've used Clore JNC 660s for many years since using one multiple times a day wrenching at a used car lot. They sell parts if needed and their service is outstanding. Their worklights are excellent too. Buying low end jump starters, jumper cables etc is like buying a cheap parachute. When you need one to work, you NEED one to work (price a towing bill!).
Awesome videos and channel, Scotty! I've just purchased this unit and started my Audi A4 with a totally dead battery and with an 80% charge out of the box. With all the features and starting amps, I love it. I had no idea they made them this small and light. I tried some Walmart ones and they did not work on the same car. Then I found this video. Amazing! Thank you for a great review!
So happy you did this topic!! Its life saving information. People don't think of essentials like this until they're stranded on a highway in sub zero temperature. Thank you
lead acid battery jumper got my gf and i home when alternator went bad late one winter nite when it was zero degrees. hooked it up n drove with hood partially up. killed the jumper but kept the lil lady from freezing and got us home.🍻
There's a new reason to keep one in my trunk good work. Got to think outside the box sometimes. Where to use to getting someone else to come help us and save us
Scotty won't tell ya about that, cause he makes money selling the little kind. I've had my "Stanley" for 3 years, it's doin' fine with 1000 amps. Scotty is full of propaganda.
I have one of the big jumper kits and it died from it heating up because i left it in my car on a hot day, I have been looking into the little power packs but was always unsure of which to go for ,so many to choose from. i have been watching your channel for few years now to learn about fixing the basics of my last 3 cars, you have been very helpful, thank you.
Love those little jumpers! I no longer have to worry about asking strangers for a jump. People usually act funny like if they give you a jump their car will be destroyed so they come up with all kinds of excuses not to help you. I got in such a situation in a remote town when I had sat in my car with the engine off listening to music, distracted by a girl I had gone to meet. When I turned off the radio and we went into the restaurant, it wouldn’t start when we came out and none of those folks was willing to give us a jump till a Good Samaritan drove by. I went straight to Walmart and bought one of these so I’ll never need to ask for help. I’ve helped people jump their cars with my jumper starter and it feels good to not pop my hood. I’m like a super hero when I use it to help. Haha!
Same experience. I was at a gas station and after pumping gas I got in the car and turned the ignition and all I got was clicking sounds. People would not help acting like they didn't have cables and other excuses. Luckily, when I popped the hood, it seemed my battery cable was just a little loose and some wiggling of the cable got it to start. I immediately went and bought me a jumper so I would never have to ask someone for a jump again. I too have helped a couple of people with my jumper.
Really? I always try to help people get a jump if they need it and haven't had that experience myself when asking. But that was back in my college days, so around 12-15 years ago. I haven't been asked for a jump since then.
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I used the Topvision Jump Starter for the first time today, and I was a little surprised it worked! Jump Starter battery went from *100% -> 96%* after jump start. Thank you Scotty! 😃
Bought one of these, it’s been riding around in my dash for a year. Tonight, some lady on this giant Silverado needed a jump. Her voltage showed 10.3v, but the thing started it like it was nothing. Unreal.
I’ve turned wrenches most of my life and I watch your videos all the time because you keep teaching me new things . I’ve told my friends about your videos too , a couple of them are the kind who wouldn’t admit they were schooled too ! Keep up the great work Scott .
Thank you Scotty for being the coolest cat that I know on the internet. I always carry jumper cables everywhere I go since I drive an automatic. Helped lots of people who have needed a jump through the years. Would love to win a powerpack so I don't have to worry about damage to my car. Thanks for doing what you do. :)
I still have the original jump start device I bought back in 1996 and it still works fine. It's only 250 Amps but I've used it to jump start small compact car batteries and run small air compressors for tire maintenance and to blow up our Zodiac RIB for 11 years. It has sat for over a year before and still recovered after charging. The directions on the back say to recharge it after use and/or every 3 months. So apparently, even the cheap ones can provide decent service.
What's cool about the bigger LA jumpers is that a lot of them are coming with air compressors built into them now, which is pretty neat. But Pro-Tip, maybe get your own tire press gauge to verify the built-in one is calibrated correctly.
Thanks for all of the advice you've given to us all and it's been a life and money saving event, I appreciate your work as a mechanic that's outright honest, keep up the great work Scotty Kilmer, would love to talk with you one day in person!!!
Tried to jump start my 2003 Chevrolet Suburban with the old school jump pack but it would not crank even though the pack was fully charged. Wish I had seen this video sooner and learned it is safe to connect to the negative post when the unit is switched off. Thanks for yet another informative video!
I'd probably go with something like the Autowit Supercap 2. It is a supercapacitor charger. You don't have to worry about it losing charge. It used the "dead" battery's power to jump start itself. A really cool guy named Scotty did a video on it a while back and strongly recommended it. :)
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The problem with those lithium units is that they have flimsy small-gauge power cables and you can only crank for a very short time before they overheat and turn off. If you have a car that needs extended cranking they won't work for you. You also have to wait for a while between crank attempts, and usually have to mess around holding down special buttons, etc. just to get it to provide max power. The lead-acid ones are bulky and heavy but they're better suited to the task of cranking an engine and MUCH better in terms of ease-of-use. They are starting to make ones that combine the best of both worlds. Basically all the benefits of the larger units but powered by a lithium battery.
Personally, I use the NOCO Genius Boost GB70.... It has saved me twice and even got to help out someone on the job... Once fully charged, it can hold a charge for over a year or more... Talking from my own experience...
Yup . . . NOCO is the best IMO. I have had my GB70 for a year. I keep it in a double flame proof bag and try to avoid storing it in severe temps for long periods. Dont rapid charge it either. Great jump battery. Look it up on TH-cam.
Scotty I bought this because of your recommendation. The link you have posted did not work for me. It went to an older version that was not available. However, later after I ordered it and it arrived same day I thought I would make a post to thank you and I checked to link and now it works. Weird.... This jumper works just like you said. My black and decker charger did not have the power to start my wife’s 2016 RX 350 but topvision started it first try. Thank you for your wise advice.
If you have a phone and at least 1 friend with car, you don't even need to invest in this. Better save money for the next thing that certainly needs replacing (knock on wood) :)
I have the exact same one, the Stanley. It worked once, when I first got it and with a full charge. It never jumped a car again. I basically use it as a mobile battery with the cigarette lighter port. The lights a little handy but not by much.
I appreciate knowing which one of those jump-starting devices REALLY works. So many brag about working but are flops. Because of your video I've got one coming. Thanks for the down and dirty facts, keep up the great videos. Bradcrafter
Clean non-offensive comment. A buddy has a lithium-ion starter pack. He mostly uses it to charge his phone, and 10 other people’s phones. They work pretty well!
Thank you. I could not get the jump-starter to work until I connected the- POS & the NEG -then turned on the on switch. (Attching it to the frame, per the instructions, wasn't working.) Now that I did what you said, my 2014 Chevy Tahoe started right up.
Arent those ones expensive? Regardless, I'll stick with li ion. They are very reliable and will start a completely flat battery, which the capacitor ones won't do, you need some juice plus you have to wait for it to juice up!
I also bought Scotty's recommended super capacitor unit. It works but I personally will stick to using my giant and really heavy lead acid battery jump starter. The reason for this is it's just a real car battery housed in a plastic shell. If my car's battery every fully crapped out I would just run the car on the jumper pack.
You caught my attention I’m a female with grand girls and that would help me with my Chevrolet truck you were very informative I will continue to listen to to your channel I do need one of these Thk u
@@rockoyouthman Thanks for the information. Nothing beats an actual user review. The lithium battery units still go weak over time without periodic recharging, if you believe the reviews, so the ultra-capacitor type sounded like a winner.
My 30 yr. old Schumacher charger just died, so I was hoping you had info on new charger/starters, and you did. So you've helped a lot buddy ! Thanks...
I have been watching this man for a year now. Much knowledge. Then as soon as I turn on TH-cam. He was my first video. And I am in the market for a jump starter. Till I seen this video, now it made me relook at what I am really looking for a jump starter. Shakraan Lak شكرا لك (!Thank You)
Great tutorial! Years ago, I bought a 50 lead acid jump starter and regretted that. Cheap starter is just that. I.bought a jnc 550a that is a power house. Long term warranty and it also has a tire pump. It stays in my trunk and seems to have a good shelf life
I too had cheap jump starter for a while but it was crap. It couldn't even start my riding mower because it needed to crank for a while to start so it ran out of power haha. Now i have a "DIY starter" set. I bought 500cca battery in my trunk along with 25mm2 start cables. I already jump started a tractor with this set so there's plenty of power and the cables are thick enough so they don't waste the power into heat unlike thin wires in cheap jump starters. And i also bought tire pump that i can use with the battery power.
I just recently discovered your video channel and as a long time amateur mechanic as I am a cheap car nut I really apprieciate your great advice videos and humor too.Very welcome is your info on Li ion starter packs as well as the super capacitor and lead acid packs. I notice a lot of the cheaper lead acid packs at thrift stores and yard sales and because they usually sit too long uncharged and have high internal resistance like a car battery they are usually not worth buying but after taking one apart I believe they can be recycled by changing out the battery and either putting a new one from internet or maybe a computer back up power supply, etc. but only the more expensive ones with tire inflator extra 12v.outlet or light would be worth it now that the Li ion ones have come down in price, but the ones you can recharge from a cig. Lighter outlet while car running and then use to run 12v.coolers or sound systems and such while camping with no 120 v.outlets available are still cool especially for houseless people. I use mine to run a 12v.little guitar amp for playing out in the forest.Anyway I am a cheapskate and got mine practically unused from a friend who bought one too low in CCA to start his F 250 but starts my 2.2 Subaru motor just fine and got me out of trouble when winter weather caused car battery to go down in CCA. Also I believe a lot more of the lead acid starter packs have the recharge by car DC or AC option as well as tire inflator option which should make up somewhat for their bulkiness. Thanks again for the excellent video instruction especially the info on reading scanner data maybe you would like to do a comparison on some of the cell phone OBD 2 dongles. Thanks again
So glad I saw this. Thank you Scotty. I REALLY NEED this jump starter. I am a 70 yr old widow. My car battery went out just last week & I had to wait 2 hours for road side assistance. Car battery is cranking my car ok so far, so I haven't replaced it yet but this should would help me out just in case of another emergency 👍👍
Your videos rock and you have a great sense of humor that you put in to them. Thanks for all of the advice you've given to us all and it's been a life and money saving event, I appreciate your work as a mechanic that's outright honest, keep up the great work Scotty Kilmer, would love to talk with you one day in person!!!
Love your videos. I really enjoy when you answer viewers questions, because often times they’re important questions that I haven’t thought to ask myself. Keep up the good work Scotty! 🔥
Thank you! I just spent 3hrs not being able to understand what I would need when trying to look through the amp info but you explained it clearly in few minutes!
Thanks for putting all these video's up Scotty. Your experience and advice make me want to learn more about repairing my vehicles on my own. Keep it up.
Most of us carry jumper cables around in our vehicles; sounds like one of these little dudes would be good to have too!! Rare to see Scotty actually like something!! :)
Scotty, based on your recommendation here, I recently purchased a Topvision G26 car starter. I figured it could be a life saver under certain circumstances. Tonight I got my first chance to use it. Fortunately, I was at home in a heated garage, because it did not work. The voltmeter integrated into the cables read my battery at 9.5 volts, so I know I had a solid connection between the cables and the battery terminals. The G26 meter was at 100% charge, so I know the starter was fully charged. The cable assembly was firmly plugged into the slot on the G26. I thought it was odd when I opened the car door and the dome light was still dimly lit. I turned the key, and . . . nothing. I feel like I just paid $90 for an inferior flashlight . . .
@@amp12345amp I returned the G26. Replaced my battery the following day, and the car started right up. No issues with the vehicle since then, so I'm pretty sure the Topvision was defective . . .
There are negatives to some li ion jump packs. Some won’t start if they sense no voltage at the car battery. My son’s cobra charger would not start up due to his mistake in leaving the dome light in overnight! It’s actually in the instructions on that charger, from Costco. And there are some real advantages to the lead acid chargers. They can provide 12 v continuous for long periods. Handy when working on vehicles. Many li ion packs time out after a short while
I have the Stanley, although the 1200 version. Mine is about four years old and I've used it six different times on my and others vehicles. Works flawlessly and...yes...it is lead acid and is still going strong.
Good to know about the difference between the jump starters. As always thank you Scotty for making something foggy look like a summer day ! Always amazed at your simplicity when explaining auto mechanics!
House watching your video says free Monday mechanic I am trying to enter see if I can get a free jump starter kit my battery was drained and I needed a jump
I've had a lead acid one with a couple USB ports and an auto 12v outlet that stays plugged in. Everyone uses it from charging phones to using 12v devices when not in the car. It has even been used in the backseat of the car to provide additional power outlets. It has started all the cars, trucks and my tractor over and over. It also has a tire pump which is used but not often. The LED lights are used during every power outage as an emergency area light.Would you be surprised to hear it is 7+ years old? Yes I know it may fail at any time. It has paid for itself dozens and dozens of times.
uh,,,, He did pay attention. He didn't say 'never' to use, just suggested to go with the newer tech. Head over to Big Clive's channel where he does a tear-down or two of these jump packs that have failed. I think you'll be surprised.
He should have said Never buy... It's old tech that still works. But if you're buying, go lithium. My Black & Decker jump starter , air pump is 6 years old and works great.
Great info. I've been watching your videos for the past six months. As a 69 yr old that purchased his first car in 1969, good to know you are keeping up with new tech.
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Morning Scotty 👍 would that jump starter be not too expensive for you to ship to Canada 🤔😁
Glad you did this video. I always wondered if those small chargers are worth getting compared to the huge ones.
Thanks for all the info.
Had a quick question
I need to get a large SVU, have a large family, do you recommend 2018 Expedition or the 2015 Lexus LX570
Hey Scotty need one of those plz..
I got stuck with no phone, a dead battery, and no wallet one time in the country while working a job. I used gas tools only but had a few battery operated drills in my trailer. I proceeded to break a radio apart for wire, connect my car battery to a 20v dewalt battery, and start my car after waiting 10 mins to charge. It was a truly great moment hearing that engine just barely turn fast enough to fire. Oh boy.
Very creative. I have heard of jumping cars years ago by touching the bumpers, and using a coat hanger for the positive connection. Gloves recommended.
Tool batteries will definitely do it but I think they get wrecked but better than being stranded! I dont think they need to sit to charge though pretty sure you can get it going right away.
That must have been some radio.
@@PapaDikpill only needed like 3 or 4 inches of wire on each terminal and yes I remember having to splice them. Typical battery powered construction type radio.
You’re crafty af buddy
I can attest these work! My car battery drained down, and luckily a person nearby had one of these little units. It started my car!
Has anyone tried the little blue 750 peak amps Centec Starter / power station ?? ....and did anyone notice an odor ?? I'm new to all these.... I use my van as a camper van and hope its safe to keep in the van, I'm freaked out by all the WARNINGS ....works good though ....any input ??
which part of the world are you in? how does it hold up to cold winter nights and hot summer days. Arent lithium batteries not supposed to be stored in hot or cold environments. thanks
@@jhenry4948 i was in west Virginia, USA, when i needed it.
As a roadside assistance tech for the last 13yrs , Scotty has me LOOKING & PERFORMING like a genius day in and day out! 😬👌🏼
So you use JNC jumpers like me then? Cause they're proven in the towing industry?
@@kirwankars8597 I'm a roadside tech and yes that's what I use
@@benjystackz1907 I actually work for JNC. Keep using the best, boys! Scotty doesn't have the best understanding of how jump starters work.
Scotty you're my favorite online mechanic teacher and advisor! You're practical , honest , intelligent smart and has a unique style . Keep up the great work and God bless always !!!
I really enjoy your episodes. I was a mechanic for 30 years and I have to say, you really know your stuff. When I first started there was a senior mechanic much like you and I learned a lot from him and made my work so much easier. He really put pressure on me to figure our the problem and drove me nuts until I found it. He would say, you would not learn if I was to point to the problem, would you? I sure missed him when he retired.
The Stanley saved me. I am glad I had it. It also ran my sump pump when I lost power in a storm. Well worth the 100 bucks.
So true mine was 80... never had a problem had it for 2yrs now...never let me down
I've used Clore JNC 660s for many years since using one multiple times a day wrenching at a used car lot. They sell parts if needed and their service is outstanding. Their worklights are excellent too. Buying low end jump starters, jumper cables etc is like buying a cheap parachute. When you need one to work, you NEED one to work (price a towing bill!).
^ Clore Automotive's stuff, particularly the JNC Air, is the best kept secret
Awesome videos and channel, Scotty! I've just purchased this unit and started my Audi A4 with a totally dead battery and with an 80% charge out of the box. With all the features and starting amps, I love it. I had no idea they made them this small and light. I tried some Walmart ones and they did not work on the same car. Then I found this video. Amazing! Thank you for a great review!
So happy you did this topic!! Its life saving information.
People don't think of essentials like this until they're stranded on a highway in sub zero temperature.
Thank you
lead acid battery jumper got my gf and i home when alternator went bad late one winter nite when it was zero degrees. hooked it up n drove with hood partially up. killed the jumper but kept the lil lady from freezing and got us home.🍻
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There's a new reason to keep one in my trunk good work. Got to think outside the box sometimes. Where to use to getting someone else to come help us and save us
Scotty won't tell ya about that, cause he makes money selling the little kind. I've had my "Stanley" for 3 years, it's doin' fine with 1000 amps. Scotty is full of propaganda.
@@bentnickel7487 If it ain't broke, sure. But if you're in the market for one, then these modern options are much better for basically the same price.
Thank you for keeping us neighborhood mechanics from blowing everything up.
I have one of the big jumper kits and it died from it heating up because i left it in my car on a hot day, I have been looking into the little power packs but was always unsure of which to go for ,so many to choose from. i have been watching your channel for few years now to learn about fixing the basics of my last 3 cars, you have been very helpful, thank you.
Love those little jumpers! I no longer have to worry about asking strangers for a jump. People usually act funny like if they give you a jump their car will be destroyed so they come up with all kinds of excuses not to help you. I got in such a situation in a remote town when I had sat in my car with the engine off listening to music, distracted by a girl I had gone to meet.
When I turned off the radio and we went into the restaurant, it wouldn’t start when we came out and none of those folks was willing to give us a jump till a Good Samaritan drove by. I went straight to Walmart and bought one of these so I’ll never need to ask for help. I’ve helped people jump their cars with my jumper starter and it feels good to not pop my hood. I’m like a super hero when I use it to help. Haha!
Same experience. I was at a gas station and after pumping gas I got in the car and turned the ignition and all I got was clicking sounds. People would not help acting like they didn't have cables and other excuses. Luckily, when I popped the hood, it seemed my battery cable was just a little loose and some wiggling of the cable got it to start. I immediately went and bought me a jumper so I would never have to ask someone for a jump again. I too have helped a couple of people with my jumper.
People don't want to help random strangers these days. The time have changed to where no one is willing to help or trust anyone they don't know.
Wow that's very sad. We all should be willing to help. Not only because you may need help one day but because it's the right thing to do.
Really? I always try to help people get a jump if they need it and haven't had that experience myself when asking. But that was back in my college days, so around 12-15 years ago. I haven't been asked for a jump since then.
We love you scotty. Youve become a nostalgic staple in so many car guys lives.
Just found this guy, been binge watching alot of his videos. Can't get enough!
Y0DA0 He's the greatest! Been watching him for years! Greatest teacher on how to work on your own cars, buying cars, which are the best... Etc!
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Same and it's 4am..
I was thinking about getting one of those too. Thanks again for your wisdom and advice
you cant never get enough
I used the Topvision Jump Starter for the first time today, and I was a little surprised it worked! Jump Starter battery went from *100% -> 96%* after jump start. Thank you Scotty! 😃
Scotty,
You have cultivated in me a desire to be a more responsible and informed car owner...thanks!
Bought one of these, it’s been riding around in my dash for a year. Tonight, some lady on this giant Silverado needed a jump. Her voltage showed 10.3v, but the thing started it like it was nothing. Unreal.
2019: Your intro is dope
10+ years: I like your new intro. The other one was not so modern.
I’ve turned wrenches most of my life and I watch your videos all the time because you keep teaching me new things . I’ve told my friends about your videos too , a couple of them are the kind who wouldn’t admit they were schooled too ! Keep up the great work Scott .
Thank you Scotty for being the coolest cat that I know on the internet. I always carry jumper cables everywhere I go since I drive an automatic. Helped lots of people who have needed a jump through the years. Would love to win a powerpack so I don't have to worry about damage to my car. Thanks for doing what you do. :)
What a great battery jumper. I’ve gone through several dry cell jumpers and stopped buying them. Thanks Scotty!!!
"If you have to use the charger to start your car a 1000 times, there is something wrong with your car"
Don't give up your day job to become a comedian.
@@busterbruce2116 dude he's quoting the video
I just bought the Noco GB 40 Jump Starter, used it on a flat battery and it started straight away. It's so easy and safe to use. Highly recommended.
So does it still work? How much is it at full prices, taxes and all?? Is it worthy of said price tag?
Scotty,
Thanks for the info.
Man, I would have thought that the 2,200 peak amp unit would light off a diesel just fine!
Lithium batteries work pretty well in colder temperatures too.
Thanks, Scotty
When I put positive on positive and negative on negative my car began to talk and left to find the “allspark”
Is that the spark you are talking about?
Lamfao ....love this
*picard facepalm*
I still have the original jump start device I bought back in 1996 and it still works fine. It's only 250 Amps but I've used it to jump start small compact car batteries and run small air compressors for tire maintenance and to blow up our Zodiac RIB for 11 years. It has sat for over a year before and still recovered after charging. The directions on the back say to recharge it after use and/or every 3 months. So apparently, even the cheap ones can provide decent service.
What's cool about the bigger LA jumpers is that a lot of them are coming with air compressors built into them now, which is pretty neat. But Pro-Tip, maybe get your own tire press gauge to verify the built-in one is calibrated correctly.
Thanks for all of the advice you've given to us all and it's been a life and money saving event, I appreciate your work as a mechanic that's outright honest, keep up the great work Scotty Kilmer, would love to talk with you one day in person!!!
This show has saved me so many headaches, thanks Scotty!
Tried to jump start my 2003 Chevrolet Suburban with the old school jump pack but it would not crank even though the pack was fully charged. Wish I had seen this video sooner and learned it is safe to connect to the negative post when the unit is switched off. Thanks for yet another informative video!
I bought the Topvision jump starter and now I can't wait to have a dead battery.
Just leave your lights on overnight. ;)
LOL.
PongoXBongo lol
HAHAHA😂
Careful what you wish for?:)
Scotty had no idea there was such a powerful compact jumpstart, thanks again for the great info!
I'd probably go with something like the Autowit Supercap 2. It is a supercapacitor charger. You don't have to worry about it losing charge. It used the "dead" battery's power to jump start itself. A really cool guy named Scotty did a video on it a while back and strongly recommended it. :)
surprised he didn't mention all 3 types!
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Thank you! You answered my question on why I see people connect positive to positive and negative to negative using these things!
The problem with those lithium units is that they have flimsy small-gauge power cables and you can only crank for a very short time before they overheat and turn off. If you have a car that needs extended cranking they won't work for you. You also have to wait for a while between crank attempts, and usually have to mess around holding down special buttons, etc. just to get it to provide max power. The lead-acid ones are bulky and heavy but they're better suited to the task of cranking an engine and MUCH better in terms of ease-of-use. They are starting to make ones that combine the best of both worlds. Basically all the benefits of the larger units but powered by a lithium battery.
Personally, I use the NOCO Genius Boost GB70.... It has saved me twice and even got to help out someone on the job... Once fully charged, it can hold a charge for over a year or more... Talking from my own experience...
Same, no others compare to noco.
Yup . . . NOCO is the best IMO. I have had my GB70 for a year. I keep it in a double flame proof bag and try to avoid storing it in severe temps for long periods. Dont rapid charge it either. Great jump battery. Look it up on TH-cam.
@@MoneyShot702 Check out the JNC325...coming soon! :)
Yup, I'll take one of those jump starters too Scotty! THANKS!
Scotty I bought this because of your recommendation. The link you have posted did not work for me. It went to an older version that was not available. However, later after I ordered it and it arrived same day I thought I would make a post to thank you and I checked to link and now it works. Weird....
This jumper works just like you said. My black and decker charger did not have the power to start my wife’s 2016 RX 350 but topvision started it first try. Thank you for your wise advice.
Lithium ion battery charge box? Scotty just taught me something! Thanks.
I didn't know about these either!
Rev up your lithium Ion jump starter pack, that would make a swell post fathers day gift (or mothers day gift too)
What if you're one of the Jenner kids?
Barry Bamb Then it would EXPLODE !
@@barrybambmessagedeletedbyy7467 Same thing
I need to stop watching.your videos, yet another product I now have to buy. Thanks for the good info.
If you have a phone and at least 1 friend with car, you don't even need to invest in this. Better save money for the next thing that certainly needs replacing (knock on wood) :)
Friends have their own problems, do your friends a favor and buy one.
New twist for Scotty, something TO buy, and not a "to NOT buy this junk" recommendation! ;)
I have the exact same one, the Stanley. It worked once, when I first got it and with a full charge. It never jumped a car again. I basically use it as a mobile battery with the cigarette lighter port. The lights a little handy but not by much.
Best channel on TH-cam about everything car related!
I got your email..
Thanks for rigging the giveaway and letting me win the battery Uncle Scotty.
XD
Im his 94 celica, ill sell it to you for even cheaper
@@brendonrubel478 im his cat pillow and i know what scotty really does in his garage xD
Scotty is number one on my list out of those I trust when it comes to the ins and outs of vehicles. Real recognize real!
I appreciate knowing which one of those jump-starting devices REALLY works. So many brag about working but are flops. Because of your video I've got one coming. Thanks for the down and dirty facts, keep up the great videos.
Bradcrafter
Clean & Non Offensive.
Thank you, Scotty!
Clean non-offensive comment.
A buddy has a lithium-ion starter pack. He mostly uses it to charge his phone, and 10 other people’s phones. They work pretty well!
Thank you for this useful information! My lead battery starter I think is starting to go bad.
Thank you.
I could not get the jump-starter to work until I connected the- POS & the NEG -then turned on the on switch. (Attching it to the frame, per the instructions, wasn't working.) Now that I did what you said, my 2014 Chevy Tahoe started right up.
I'm glad you showed the one that works best. I'll tell my friends. I only knew of the old one. Thank you Scotty for your great advice. 🔔
I bought one of the super capacitor jump starters you reviewed a few months ago. Ill never go back to a battery based starter again!!!
They all are battery based!🤦♂️
@@edwardthayer9386 nope
Sounds expensive
Arent those ones expensive? Regardless, I'll stick with li ion. They are very reliable and will start a completely flat battery, which the capacitor ones won't do, you need some juice plus you have to wait for it to juice up!
I also bought Scotty's recommended super capacitor unit. It works but I personally will stick to using my giant and really heavy lead acid battery jump starter. The reason for this is it's just a real car battery housed in a plastic shell. If my car's battery every fully crapped out I would just run the car on the jumper pack.
Clean, non-offensive comment. BTW, I watch all of your videos. They are very informative for a non-gearhead like me.
You caught my attention I’m a female with grand girls and that would help me with my Chevrolet truck you were very informative I will continue to listen to to your channel I do need one of these
Thk u
Fun watching all your shows for years. Great info and light humor from a genius. Fix me many times, thanks Scotty.
I really like the idea of the ultra-capacitor jump starter you've touched on in a previous video.
comlbbeau I bought it and it was a total fsilure
@@rockoyouthman Thanks for the information. Nothing beats an actual user review. The lithium battery units still go weak over time without periodic recharging, if you believe the reviews, so the ultra-capacitor type sounded like a winner.
As usual Scotty nails it! The man's videos should be required learning!!
My 30 yr. old Schumacher charger just died, so I was hoping you had info on new charger/starters, and you did. So you've helped a lot buddy ! Thanks...
Can lithuim ones blow up tho like a lithium phone battery is supposed to possibly?
I got one of those old lead acid starters. Scotty, you had me worried there for a moment.
Ima buy this but Ill wait to see if I win one from Scotty 1st!!!! 🤗👍🏻
I have been watching this man for a year now. Much knowledge. Then as soon as I turn on TH-cam. He was my first video. And I am in the market for a jump starter. Till I seen this video, now it made me relook at what I am really looking for a jump starter. Shakraan Lak شكرا لك (!Thank You)
Just in time.
I was ready to replace my old jump pack that no longer works, and I would have made the same mistake again, thank you Scotty
Careful. The lithium jump packs don't have the reserve capacity like lead acid do. Also seem to be higher failure rate.
This is one of those videos that I simply can't resist subscribing to and hitting the like button.
Love your videos, that power pack beats jumper cables anytime.
Great tutorial! Years ago, I bought a 50 lead acid jump starter and regretted that. Cheap starter is just that. I.bought a jnc 550a that is a power house. Long term warranty and it also has a tire pump. It stays in my trunk and seems to have a good shelf life
I too had cheap jump starter for a while but it was crap. It couldn't even start my riding mower because it needed to crank for a while to start so it ran out of power haha.
Now i have a "DIY starter" set. I bought 500cca battery in my trunk along with 25mm2 start cables. I already jump started a tractor with this set so there's plenty of power and the cables are thick enough so they don't waste the power into heat unlike thin wires in cheap jump starters.
And i also bought tire pump that i can use with the battery power.
Love the new intro Scotty!! Keep up the great work sir. Your videos are very helpful. Thank you!!
Sign me up Scotty, I have 1 in my truck but sure could use another for the wife’s. Keep the advice coming, thanks.
Now if you had a trickle charger in the trunk it would be perfect.....always 100%!
Thanks Scotty.
I just recently discovered your video channel and as a long time amateur mechanic as I am a cheap car nut I really apprieciate your great advice videos and humor too.Very welcome is your info on Li ion starter packs as well as the super capacitor and lead acid packs. I notice a lot of the cheaper lead acid packs at thrift stores and yard sales and because they usually sit too long uncharged and have high internal resistance like a car battery they are usually not worth buying but after taking one apart I believe they can be recycled by changing out the battery and either putting a new one from internet or maybe a computer back up power supply, etc. but only the more expensive ones with tire inflator extra 12v.outlet or light would be worth it now that the Li ion ones have come down in price, but the ones you can recharge from a cig. Lighter outlet while car running and then use to run 12v.coolers or sound systems and such while camping with no 120 v.outlets available are still cool especially for houseless people. I use mine to run a 12v.little guitar amp for playing out in the forest.Anyway I am a cheapskate and got mine practically unused from a friend who bought one too low in CCA to start his F 250 but starts my 2.2 Subaru motor just fine and got me out of trouble when winter weather caused car battery to go down in CCA. Also I believe a lot more of the lead acid starter packs have the recharge by car DC or AC option as well as tire inflator option which should make up somewhat for their bulkiness. Thanks again for the excellent video instruction especially the info on reading scanner data maybe you would like to do a comparison on some of the cell phone OBD 2 dongles. Thanks again
I love your New intro!! Nice video take care!
the video title says "never use" but the video content says "definitely use"
The title says never use the lead acid jump start the vid says use the ion battery jump start.. They are different animals.
Hey Scotty I always get a charge from your informative videos. God Bless and keep them coming. Thanks
So glad I saw this. Thank you Scotty. I REALLY NEED this jump starter. I am a 70 yr old widow. My car battery went out just last week & I had to wait 2 hours for road side assistance. Car battery is cranking my car ok so far, so I haven't replaced it yet but this should would help me out just in case of another emergency 👍👍
Your videos rock and you have a great sense of humor that you put in to them. Thanks for all of the advice you've given to us all and it's been a life and money saving event, I appreciate your work as a mechanic that's outright honest, keep up the great work Scotty Kilmer, would love to talk with you one day in person!!!
Love your videos. I really enjoy when you answer viewers questions, because often times they’re important questions that I haven’t thought to ask myself. Keep up the good work Scotty! 🔥
I always park downhill if car have questionable batteries ... Gravity have the best amps....
Sharepie the Chrysler warranty explains that fact and is highly suggested.
As long as you drive a manual.
@@demandred1957 totally agree 😂👍🏼
Democrats w bad batteries park at the bottom of the hill
Yeah put it in 3rd gear , let it roll and strol
Thank you! I just spent 3hrs not being able to understand what I would need when trying to look through the amp info but you explained it clearly in few minutes!
Thanks for putting all these video's up Scotty. Your experience and advice make me want to learn more about repairing my vehicles on my own. Keep it up.
Clean non offensive comment 😬
Love your channel Scotty!
Most of us carry jumper cables around in our vehicles; sounds like one of these little dudes would be good to have too!! Rare to see Scotty actually like something!! :)
Scotty, based on your recommendation here, I recently purchased a Topvision G26 car starter.
I figured it could be a life saver under certain circumstances. Tonight I got my first chance to use it. Fortunately, I was at home in a heated garage, because it did not work.
The voltmeter integrated into the cables read my battery at 9.5 volts, so I know I had a solid connection between the cables and the battery terminals. The G26 meter was at 100% charge, so I know the starter was fully charged. The cable assembly was firmly plugged into the slot on the G26.
I thought it was odd when I opened the car door and the dome light was still dimly lit. I turned the key, and . . . nothing.
I feel like I just paid $90 for an inferior flashlight . . .
@William Bracale....did you ever find out if it was a problem with the Topvision unit or something else?
@@amp12345amp I returned the G26. Replaced my battery the following day, and the car started right up. No issues with the vehicle since then, so I'm pretty sure the Topvision was defective . . .
You’re a legend, thank you so much for your hard work Scotty!!
Betach achi!
There are negatives to some li ion jump packs. Some won’t start if they sense no voltage at the car battery. My son’s cobra charger would not start up due to his mistake in leaving the dome light in overnight! It’s actually in the instructions on that charger, from Costco. And there are some real advantages to the lead acid chargers. They can provide 12 v continuous for long periods. Handy when working on vehicles. Many li ion packs time out after a short while
Scotty, this show was electrifying. Now I feel charged to go forward with my day👍🍻
I have the Stanley, although the 1200 version. Mine is about four years old and I've used it six different times on my and others vehicles. Works flawlessly and...yes...it is lead acid and is still going strong.
Good to know about the difference between the jump starters. As always thank you Scotty for making something foggy look like a summer day ! Always amazed at your simplicity when explaining auto mechanics!
House watching your video says free Monday mechanic I am trying to enter see if I can get a free jump starter kit my battery was drained and I needed a jump
That lithium battery jumpe starter , would be great 👍 to help rew up my engine. 😉
Glad i didnt buy one of those $180 stanley jump starters earlier this year, i returned it after unboxing it lol
I've had a lead acid one with a couple USB ports and an auto 12v outlet that stays plugged in. Everyone uses it from charging phones to using 12v devices when not in the car. It has even been used in the backseat of the car to provide additional power outlets. It has started all the cars, trucks and my tractor over and over. It also has a tire pump which is used but not often. The LED lights are used during every power outage as an emergency area light.Would you be surprised to hear it is 7+ years old? Yes I know it may fail at any time. It has paid for itself dozens and dozens of times.
So which jump starter should I 'never' use?
lead acid bro. pay attention.
uh,,,, He did pay attention. He didn't say 'never' to use, just suggested to go with the newer tech. Head over to Big Clive's channel where he does a tear-down or two of these jump packs that have failed. I think you'll be surprised.
@@Tedybear315 thanks for your comment.
He should have said
Never buy...
It's old tech that still works.
But if you're buying, go lithium.
My Black & Decker jump starter , air pump is 6 years old and works great.
The lead-acid jump start boxes work better, have better capacitance and have better reserve capacity.
Scotty is so knowledgeable. Awesome video great information about jumpstart packs.
Always watching your videos and to learn something new . 👍👍👍 and recommend the guys at work to watch ur videos as well.. Viva el compa scotty kilmer
Great info. I've been watching your videos for the past six months. As a 69 yr old that purchased his first car in 1969, good to know you are keeping up with new tech.
I'm over a year late for the giveaway, oh well. Love you Scotty, youre like the dad we all wish we had.
True, but I'm older than Scotty. Unfortunately, I only know '60s VWs...so I need help from Scotty as much as anybody.
I love this guy.
Knows what his talking about.
Thanks for the post. I have been interested in purchasing one of these and this video was very helpful.