does anyone keep a jump starter in their vehicle(s)?

**PaulMys** · 05-12-2021, 05:34 PM

Originally Posted by VISITOR

i always use too as well (may keep them in the trunk still). but now that i think about it, your charge from someone else's vehicle will depend on their battery, and if their battery is weak you most likely aren't going to get a jump. at least with these jump starters it's consistent as long as you keep it charged. plus, who wants cables dragging on top of the front end on your car and potentially causing some marring/scratches/dings..

I always replace my battery every 3-4 years. Anything after that, and you're just asking for trouble. Especially in a cold climate.

I have never even needed my cables to jump my trucks, but I have given jumps to many people.

Those jump packs are really cool though.

**Bill D** · 05-12-2021, 05:44 PM

Down here it seems I'm replacing my batteries every 2 years.

**Sizzle Chest** · 05-12-2021, 06:39 PM

I have/use the same one Visitor. Used it a few times, works great...and Mrs. Sizzle has used it to charge her phone!

**bill walsh** · 05-12-2021, 06:58 PM

i have one and had to jump start 2 people in 1 day

**Bruno Soares** · 05-12-2021, 07:01 PM

I just ordered one. Especially now that my car is 4 years old and that’s about how long the batteries last on the GTI. Hopefully it’s not an issue sitting in the trunk when it’s too hot or too cold out there.

**Bill D** · 05-12-2021, 07:02 PM

Consider yourself fortunate at 4 years old

**VISITOR** · 05-12-2021, 09:34 PM

Originally Posted by Bruno Soares

I just ordered one. Especially now that my car is 4 years old and that’s about how long the batteries last on the GTI. Hopefully it’s not an issue sitting in the trunk when it’s too hot or too cold out there.

you never know when you'll need it, and using it at least one time (when in dire need) will pay for itself..

btw, keeping it the trunk (shaded) is a good idea as it doesn't get as hot compared to the inside of the car. shouldn't have a problem either way, most of the jumpers are made of (exterior) thick plastic and rubber...

**Azure** · 05-13-2021, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by Lance Mark

They hold a charge for a long time. The one I use can start about 20 cars on a full charge.

Dang! I guess I need to pickup one. Sounds like they are worth the cost.

**Lance Mark** · 05-13-2021, 01:17 PM

Originally Posted by Bruno Soares

I just ordered one. Especially now that my car is 4 years old and that’s about how long the batteries last on the GTI. Hopefully it’s not an issue sitting in the trunk when it’s too hot or too cold out there.

Mine has been in a black saddle bag that often bakes in the sun on a regular basis. Last year we had it in the bag on a run from MI to TX and back. Texas was 90-95 degrees.

If heat is the sure way to do these in, I've been lucky.

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**ntwillie1** · 05-13-2021, 10:53 PM

I keep one in my Minivan at all times. For some reason it drains battery often in the winter. Probably because of remote starter. It has saved me many times. If I am taking a long road trip, regardless of which car I’m driving, I will take it w me as well. Mine is a cheapo $60 duracell unit that also charges usb devices and has a light on it. Works well for me.

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