NOCO Genius Boost XL

[wizzie66]

Hi away to order one as a back up but see the cables for the boost are very short and don’t think they will do to connect to the chassis ground point and positive battery
I heard it’s ok to put direct on to both terminals but I think this is a no with the battery that’s fitted
Looked for longer cables but nothing cones up
Better to look for other models of any suggestions welcome

 

[Dellmassive]

The BOOST is a jump starter. . .

so the assumption is that the battery is dead flat anyway.

in this case its fine to got direct to the battery. . . . just for the jump start . . .


look for the GB70 upwards


(the GB50 BOOST XL is not sufficient imho)

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[Dellmassive]

more info: Which Jump Starter?

 

[Dellmassive]

but as you say if you are long term charging, then dont use the starter battery NEG post . . .

more info:

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[wizzie66]

The BOOST is a jump starter. . .

so the assumption is that the battery is dead flat anyway.

in this case its fine to got direct to the battery. . . . just for the jump start . . .


look for the GB70 upwards


(the GB50 BOOST XL is not sufficient imho)

https://amzn.to/3FgHSM1

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Thanks yes a few have said the Gb50 is not sufficient although it says up to a 7 litre diesel engine !!

 

[Tourershine]

Thanks yes a few have said the Gb50 is not sufficient although it says up to a 7 litre diesel engine !!

I have the GB40 that we use to start customers Motorhomes and it's never failed to start anything we have that's almost always totally dead.
Brilliant bit of kit. I will add that it's plumbed into my van, so when we are plugged into a customers 240v, the Noco is being charged, so it's always fully charged up, which does make a big difference. Before we hard wired the unit, it would struggle to start vehicles if not at full charge.

 

[The_Lad]

I’ve got a gbx45 which seems to do the job no problems so far on 3l diesel and 6.3l petrol

 

[Pauly]

The smaller units will start a flat battery as long as the battery is healthy, is the battery is starting to fail (ie not hold a proper charge) then that’s where the difference comes, I had a gb40 fail to start one of our vans with an old battery, stuck the gb70 on it and it fired straight up

 

[Dellmassive]

I've had the GB20 and GB40 in the past and sold them both on.....(my GB40 failed to start a 1.7d vaux astra in the dead of winter with a dead battery... Tried to turn over, but I think the glow plugs drained it flat before it managed to start)

Obviously every situation is unique..... But I know 100% that the GB70 (and up) will start just about anything..... including any T6.


Fwiw...

I have the GB70 and the GB150.

I've sold off all the other jump packs.

 

[The_Lad]

I was told the newer GBX models were better than the older GB ones too but never used a GB so can’t be sure

 

[wizzie66]

I have the GB40 that we use to start customers Motorhomes and it's never failed to start anything we have that's almost always totally dead.
Brilliant bit of kit. I will add that it's plumbed into my van, so when we are plugged into a customers 240v, the Noco is being charged, so it's always fully charged up, which does make a big difference. Before we hard wired the unit, it would struggle to start vehicles if not at full charge.

Noco seems to be the recommended choice just have to see what size

 

[Dellmassive]

Yeh defo They're the best.

I've had many over the years ....

Untill I went Noco, now I'd love to get a newer model...... But they won't die.

So I'll keep rocking the two I have...

Just remember to keep them 100% charged over the cold period.

We used @Leehoops Noco to start a poorly T6 at T6F autumn camp......and they weren't even part of our group, just at the same campsite.

 

[wizzie66]

I’ve got a gbx45 which seems to do the job no problems so far on 3l diesel and 6.3l petrol

Thanks I’ll have a look at the gbx range

 

[wizzie66]

The smaller units will start a flat battery as long as the battery is healthy, is the battery is starting to fail (ie not hold a proper charge) then that’s where the difference comes, I had a gb40 fail to start one of our vans with an old battery, stuck the gb70 on it and it fired straight up

Thank you

 

[wizzie66]

Yeh defo They're the best.

I've had many over the years ....

Untill I went Noco, now I'd love to get a newer model...... But they won't die.

So I'll keep rocking the two I have...

Just remember to keep them 100% charged over the cold period.

We used @Leehoops Noco to start a poorly T6 at T6F autumn camp......and they weren't even part of our group, just at the same campsite.

Thanks something for me to decide now which model n size

 

[Dellmassive]

The GBX55 might be worth a look?

https://amzn.to/3W7yMIb

About this item​

• X for Extreme - An all-new design with extreme jump starting power for powerful engines starts. Rated at 1750-amps, this portable lithium car battery jump starter releases maximum energy at every start. This isn't an upgrade. It's a whole new series - the Extreme Series
• Turbo Chargeable - Boost X is equipped with USB-C technology that, combined with power delivery, gives you lightning-fast recharges. Completely recharges in just 1.2-hours, or go from 0% to jump starting in just 5-minutes of charge
• Charge Everything - With USB-C Power Delivery, you have the power to charge almost everything. Its internal power bank provides 60-watts of power - both in and out - to effortlessly power your favorite USB-C devices, like phones, tablets, laptops, wearables, and more
• UltraSafe 2.0 - We took our UltraSafe technology and made it better. It's still our simple, mistake-free design featuring spark-proof technology and reverse polarity protection, but with enhanced thermal efficiency and power management to provide better performance and longer battery life
• Maximum Versatility - Boost X is one of the most versatile lithium jump starters ever. Jump start all vehicle types, including cars, motorcycles, trucks, ATVs, boats, RVs, vans, SUVs, tractors, and more for up to 7.5-liter gasoline and 5.0-liter diesel engines
• Here's What You Get With Boost X - GBX55 UltraSafe Portable Lithium Car Battery Booster Jump Starter Pack and Power Bank with 60W USB-C Power Delivery, Heavy-Duty Jumper Cable Clamps, USB-C Charging Cable, Microfiber Storage Bag, 1-Year Warranty, and Designed in the USA.

 

[Dellmassive]

dont forget the carry/storage case too. . .

Amazon.co.uk : noco case

 

[ChrisBell]

GBX70..... And as @Dellmassive said to me. Spend extra £20 and get carrycase! I can vouch for GBX70 on flat battery on various occasions now! Keep charged as well. Easiest way whilst driving plug into 12v for superfast charge!

 

[ChrisBell]

Fs @Dellmassive our msgs crossed! Scary!

 

[Leehoops]

Yeh defo They're the best.

I've had many over the years ....

Untill I went Noco, now I'd love to get a newer model...... But they won't die.

So I'll keep rocking the two I have...

Just remember to keep them 100% charged over the cold period.

We used @Leehoops Noco to start a poorly T6 at T6F autumn camp......and they weren't even part of our group, just at the same campsite.

It was nice to know it works