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Discussion in 'Living Life in a Prius' started by Taxi/Limo, Dec 22, 2022.

  1. Taxi/Limo

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    Hello
    Is there a car jump starter that has a solar panel built in or can charge with a solar panel?
    and does that jump starter have 120w socket to run stuff like a blender or something?

    Thanks
     
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    You buy a lithium jump starter and it will hold a charge for a year. Then put a calendar item on your phone to remind you to charge the jump pack. If you use it, you charge it with a 12 V adapter that comes with it in your car as you're driving it. But only after it needs a charge or your year is up.

    Most of them have polarity sensing circuitry to avoid reverse jumps. Best $100 you ever spent if you use it one time. You can also use it for friends rather than risking your car with jumper cables. Which is a real issue with the Prius since jumper cables can blow a very difficult to change 125 amp fuse.
     
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    Thanks
    I am not sure you answered my questions but can you give me an example of the jump starter you mentioned ?
     
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    After watching the video below, I upgraded to the GOOLOO GT4000S Jump Starter.
    Note, it does not come with any 120V plug-in USB adapter (for charging). And, it can fast charge from a USB-C charger. Or, charge at a slower rate, from a standard USB Type-B charger.

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    Best Car Jump Starter 2022? Jump Start a 5.9L Diesel & 7.4L Big Block? NOCO, Autogen, Yesper, Gooloo
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    The jump starter that I upgraded to:
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09M9HQG73
    GOOLOO GT4000S Jump Starter 4000 Amp Car Starter 100W Two-Way Fast-Charging Portable Car Battery Charger Booster Pack for 10L Diesel and 12L Gas Engines, SuperSafe 26800mAh Jump Box for 12V Vehicles
    Visit the GOOLOO Store
    Price: $179.99 (Exclusive Prime price - Otherwise:  $199.99)
    Coupon: $50 coupon
    
    You can charge the Jump Starter with (Imho, stay with Renogy solar panels)
    https://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Portable-Resistant-Traveling-Kickstand/dp/B07SRBSJQ1?th=1
    Renogy 21W Portable Foldable Solar Panel Charger Water Resistant Cover with Triple USB Ports for Hiking or Traveling, Nylon -30% Price:  $69.99
    
    
    Or, there is an "all in one" power bank, jump starter, and solar charger (great for camping, but I'm not sure about long-term quailty):
    https://www.amazon.com/ZunDian-Portable-Compressor-Emergency-Flashlights/dp/B0B872ZR99
    ZunDian ZD-529 Solar Portable Power Station 2000 Amps Jump Starter, 260 PSI Air Compressor, 12V Car Battery Charger with 400W Inverter Dual AC/DC/USB Output, Emergency Backup Power with Flashlights
    Price: $151.99
    
    

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    Best Car Jump Starter 2022? Jump Start a 5.9L Diesel & 7.4L Big Block? NOCO, Autogen, Yesper, Gooloo
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    Capture of the Summary below:

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    Good Luck!
     
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    A jump start pack is small and is intended to be charged up and left unattended until you need it. Noco GB40 is the one I have for less than $100.

    You could get a Portable Power Station for $425 that has what you want but you run the risk of hooking up its 12v output backward and it is liable to be discharged when you really need it. Then you are stranded needing a tow and $500 worth of repairs. The right tool for the job is a dedicated jump pack.

    https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07SM5HBK1/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile


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    not that i have read about
     
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    that's a beautiful unit, pricey, but worth it if you need it.

    you can run up to 1000 watts off the prius 12v with an inverter and the car ready