portable jump starters

[bucketmouth64]

What amp size would you consider? I don't mind helping people with a jump start, but sometimes getting vehicle in position is tough. So I would like to buy one of these jump starters. Anyone have any luck with these? Are they worth the money?

[Macgyver55]

I've got an older one that is 900 amp. Its about 6 years old and it still will pop off a v8 when its stone dead. Wouldn't be without one!

[ice_it_06]

bucketmouth64:

These units are well worth the money IMHO. Just make sure you get one that meets your needs and quality enough to take high number of recharges without toasting your battery.

Like everything else you get what you pay for

I have a Jump-N-Carry JNC660 Jump Starter.

Its a 1700 Peak Amp 12 Volt Jump Starter which is more on the heavy duty/pro side. Common units you see are like 450 amp direct. I have a smaller Vector as well which are nice but the Jump-N-CARRY has twice the power.

I use it for jump starts and everything and anything needed in my fish house needs. I have not come close to getting this thing past 60% discharge and I use it alot to top off my deep cells and or run other 12V accessories off it.

I think I paid like $125 for it and the model under it was like $95 (1100 amp)

Specifications

Voltage 12 Volt

Peak 12 Volt Amps 1700

Battery Type Sealed Lead Acid (AGM)

Battery Capacity 22 Amp Hour

Cable Length 46"

Cable Gauge #4

Charger 500 mA

Indicator Display LED

Weight 18 lbs.

Accessories Outlet 12 Volt DC

Warranty 1 Year Limited

[bucketmouth64]

Thanks for the info. will probably find something middle of the road.