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09-09-2021, 09:08 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
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M.O.C. #11455
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Best jump starter for TV and rig.
Having had a recent Prius experience I've decided to carry a jump starter again. Since I will need it to also start my Ram 3500 it will need some power. I'd also carry it to substitute for my rig batteries in an emergency. I've been looking at the NOCO Boost Pro GB150, but since this is not an area of my expertise I'm asking for others opinions. Thanks!
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Dick, Joyce, Diego, Picatso and Gustav
2017 3720 RL, and 2013 HC 343RL
Pullrite Hitch, IS, Disk Brakes, 3rd AC, Winegard Traveler, Bathroom door mod, Dometic 320, couch for desk swap, replaced chairs, sun screens, added awnings, etc.
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09-09-2021, 10:51 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2019
Location: Milwaukie, OR
Posts: 1,469
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Dick, my alternator died recently on my RAM diesel. The tow driver jump started it with the NOCO GBX155. I was so impressed that I wanted something like that in my possession for the "next time".
I bought this one. It's untested but adequately rated to start my truck a couple times.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Jeff & Sandi (and Teddy - 7lb Schnorkie)
2018 Montana HC 305RL / HW Progressive EMS
2015 RAM 3500 Laramie Longhorn Crew Cab 4x4 DRW / Demco Recon Hitch on RAM Puck Ball
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09-10-2021, 04:49 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Upstate NY
Posts: 1,788
M.O.C. #14547
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Here is an interesting You Tube video. There are a couple installments. Might be worth some time. I have a Harbor Freight that I was given. It will start my diesel Ford if it's not cold out but barely. Does fine on the Ford Escape. The little diesel tractor - nope
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Dave W
2014 Montana High Country 343RL (Sold!)
2011 Ford 6.7 Lariat CCLB (Went to PU Heaven)
2019 F150SC XLT SE Sport,w/full tow package
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09-10-2021, 04:55 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2019
Location: Jacksonville
Posts: 2,140
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I have read wonderful reviews about the GB150. It is rated very highly and will be plenty strong enough for your diesel truck. It's currently at $299 on Amazon which is quite pricey, but it has 4.7 out of 5 with 6,789 ratings. I have been considering that model myself for the same purpose.
https://www.amazon.com/NOCO-GB150-Ul...e%2C188&sr=8-9
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Robert & Diana McNeal
2019 Montana Legacy 3791RD 20th Anniversary Edition
2014 F350 4x4 6.7L SRW
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09-10-2021, 07:37 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Salem
Posts: 7,550
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I have one from Harbor Freight $69 on sale. I haven’t tried it on a diesel but it works great on a gasoline engine.
Lynwood
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09-10-2021, 07:46 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2018
Location: Anderson
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Wow... I've had a drivers license for 51 years and can count on one hand the number of times I've had to have a vehicle jumped. Even in my college days when I ran around with a beat-up, falling apart, no-brakes Volkswagen bug. What are you guys doing to your batteries? Or do you just simply forget to turn your head lights off and run the battery down?
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2019 Montana High Country 375FL
2014 Chevy Silverado Duramax, 6.6L Dually
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09-10-2021, 08:03 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Salem
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M.O.C. #2283
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DutchmenSport
Wow... I've had a drivers license for 51 years and can count on one hand the number of times I've had to have a vehicle jumped. Even in my college days when I ran around with a beat-up, falling apart, no-brakes Volkswagen bug. What are you guys doing to your batteries? Or do you just simply forget to turn your head lights off and run the battery down?
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They are for the same reason a bore hog has tits. Just, in, case.
Lynwood
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09-10-2021, 08:20 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Upstate NY
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M.O.C. #14547
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DutchmenSport
Wow... I've had a drivers license for 51 years and can count on one hand the number of times I've had to have a vehicle jumped. Even in my college days when I ran around with a beat-up, falling apart, no-brakes Volkswagen bug. What are you guys doing to your batteries? Or do you just simply forget to turn your head lights off and run the battery down?
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Some of wear a belt plus suspenders, just in case 
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Dave W
2014 Montana High Country 343RL (Sold!)
2011 Ford 6.7 Lariat CCLB (Went to PU Heaven)
2019 F150SC XLT SE Sport,w/full tow package
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09-10-2021, 10:02 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2018
Location: Anderson
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M.O.C. #22835
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Who you are right now is a sum total off all you use to be.
2019 Montana High Country 375FL
2014 Chevy Silverado Duramax, 6.6L Dually
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09-10-2021, 10:35 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
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M.O.C. #11455
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Now, just to confuse the issue I'm attracted to the Hulkman Alpha 100 since it has a better warranty and is a little cheaper. It also has a heater function to solve the low temp issue with the lithium batteries. The problem here is that the majority of the reviews are coming from the Amazon Vine folks who got a free one to try out.
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Dick, Joyce, Diego, Picatso and Gustav
2017 3720 RL, and 2013 HC 343RL
Pullrite Hitch, IS, Disk Brakes, 3rd AC, Winegard Traveler, Bathroom door mod, Dometic 320, couch for desk swap, replaced chairs, sun screens, added awnings, etc.
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09-10-2021, 12:46 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Oro Valley
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M.O.C. #20477
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Dick,
I have one of the Audew units shown in the video - have never had the need to use it. A set of jumper cables is likely a better purchase.
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Zack and Donna plus Millie and Ranger
2018 3160RL
"Life is too short to stay indoors, enjoy the ride!"
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09-10-2021, 02:37 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Sebring
Posts: 3,659
M.O.C. #9969
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I had a medium priced one that I carried for years and never used. Disposed of it after it died and would no longer charge. Carry a good set of Heavy Duty jumper cables in Truck and Car.
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Michelle & Ann
2018 Chevy 3500HD High Country DRW 4X4 Crew Cab w/Duramax/Allison, Formally 2010 Montana 2955RL, Now Loaded 2016 SOB, Mor/ryde IS, Disc Brakes & Pin Box, Comfort Ride Hitch, Sailun 17.5 Tires.
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09-11-2021, 08:03 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Mesa az
Posts: 2,952
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mlh
They are for the same reason a bore hog has tits. Just, in, case.
Lynwood
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Now that is an expression I haven't heard for a while. I grew up on a farm, so have some experience! I can tell you live in a rural area. 
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Tom and Gail
2013 Mountaineer 362
2012 Silverado 2500
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09-11-2021, 06:55 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Salem
Posts: 7,550
M.O.C. #2283
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Quote:
Originally Posted by twindman
Now that is an expression I haven't heard for a while. I grew up on a farm, so have some experience! I can tell you live in a rural area. |
Yep I’m a country boy. I’ve lived on the same little farm for 75 years.
Lynwood
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09-12-2021, 04:55 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Jun 2021
Location: Wilmar
Posts: 54
M.O.C. #29050
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Best jump starter
That old expression is similar to the one about some of our current politicians!!!
Useless as tits on a boar hog !!
That’s a South Arkansas saying😂😂
Buy a good set of jumper cables or if your budget can handle it get a good jump starter!!
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09-12-2021, 05:14 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
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M.O.C. #11455
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That's the reason for this whole exercise. Both of my vehicals owners manuels are very specific that we should not use the vehical to jump start another one. When you check on the Prius you can understand why.
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Dick, Joyce, Diego, Picatso and Gustav
2017 3720 RL, and 2013 HC 343RL
Pullrite Hitch, IS, Disk Brakes, 3rd AC, Winegard Traveler, Bathroom door mod, Dometic 320, couch for desk swap, replaced chairs, sun screens, added awnings, etc.
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09-15-2021, 08:10 PM
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New Member
Join Date: Nov 2017
Location: Northport
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M.O.C. #20886
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Used this particular NOCO numerous times over the years on our RAM fleet of trucks, works every time. trkshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B016UG6PWE/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_fabc_W6HP91AV54ZGJ81M1BQM
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