Lidl Charger/Jumper

[Jeff G]

A quick heads up,these are coming in 14/12

Ultimate Speed Powerbank with Jump Start Function - at

Ultimate Speed Battery Charger with Jump Start Function

 

[daisymini]

i got a similar one off ebay for about £20, ive used it several times..once i had to use it to start my car and then my van battery was flat so used it again!! didnt think it would do both on one charge but it did. great bit of kit and small to store.

 

[st3v3]

I was sceptical about these, but bought a cheap ebay one and it does work.

 

[rugbyken]

i bought one as well when it was first discussed a few years ago trouble is so small & convenient i’ve mislaid the bloody thing,

 

[Jeff G]

i bought one as well when it was first discussed a few years ago trouble is so small & convenient i’ve mislaid the bloody thing,

Lol,one of my favourite tricks

 

[carol]

I've used one recently to start my van. Brilliant. One thing to note though is to check it will deal with your engine size as I think they do have different capacities.

 

[REC]

Brilliant things...got one by RoyPow(!!) When we were having starting issues, however they were resolved before we left UK . So have used it as a power bank to charge tablets and phones and run the mifi when we are parked up. As long as the pack is full, we can charge these devices a few times without having to use the engine. Not what it was bought for but a great backup.

 

[Robmac]

Thanks for the advance notice.

I owe myself a Christmas present!

 

[Deleted member 5816]

I bought one a few years ago never had to use it myself but have started have a dozen cars with it and used it to power invertor at home in power cuts.
Very useful item

Alf

 

[Obanboy666]

I treat myself to a Micro - Start pps earlier this year. Like Alf never used it to start my own van, hopefully will never have to but I have used it to start a couple of cars.
I use it every trip out to charge my ecigs, iPad, iPhone, mifi etc, etc. Wouldn’t be without it, excellent bit of kit imho.

 

[wildebus]

Brilliant things...got one by RoyPow(!!) When we were having starting issues, however they were resolved before we left UK . So have used it as a power bank to charge tablets and phones and run the mifi when we are parked up. As long as the pack is full, we can charge these devices a few times without having to use the engine. Not what it was bought for but a great backup.

Maybe this one? RoyPow Portable Car Jump Starter 400A Peak 8000mAh, Emergency Battery Booster Pack Designed for 3.5L Petrol Engine (Max) , Power Bank with LED Flashlight & USB Charger Port, with Carring Case: Amazon.co.uk: Car & Motorbike - same spec as the LIDL one but a few quid cheaper. Looks good,


I've been looking at these generally recently actually and look handy (actually bought this one - Car Jump Starter,EletecPro 14400mAh 600A Peak with LED Emergency lights,External Battery Charger Auto Booster Jumper for Vehicles,Portable Power Bank with Flashlight and 4 USB Ports f: Amazon.co.uk: Car & Motorbike - earlier this week as a Christmas giveaway prize on my SUV Forum. Looked the business for bigger diesel engines with a 600A peak rate rather then just 200A and a 14Ah battery, but they are sold out now )

 

[iampatman]

I treat myself to a Micro - Start pps earlier this year. Like Alf never used it to start my own van, hopefully will never have to but I have used it to start a couple of cars.
I use it every trip out to charge my ecigs, iPad, iPhone, mifi etc, etc. Wouldn’t be without it, excellent bit of kit imho.

I keep looking at those, which one did you buy? It looks like the only one which will start a 2.5 diesel is the XP10 and whilst I’m sure it’s a great bit of kit and does what it says on the tin it ain’t cheap. I doubt the Lidl one will start a 2.5 diesel mind.

Pat

 

[harrow]

I keep looking at those, which one did you buy? It looks like the only one which will start a 2.5 diesel is the XP10 and whilst I’m sure it’s a great bit of kit and does what it says on the tin it ain’t cheap. I doubt the Lidl one will start a 2.5 diesel mind.

Pat

I don't they will start any diesel car or van unless there is some power in the existing still connected battery.

I can remember a car auction site,

and they used a supermarket trolley of linked together car batteries, to get things started.

:idea-007:

 

[iampatman]

I don't they will start any diesel car or van unless there is some power in the existing still connected battery.

I can remember a car auction site,

and they used a supermarket trolley of linked together car batteries, to get things started.

:idea-007:

Some detail on their website here Antigravity Batteries - Micro-Start XP10
I’ve also seen a couple of videos of the PPS in action, probably on YouTube.

Pat

 

[Obanboy666]

I keep looking at those, which one did you buy? It looks like the only one which will start a 2.5 diesel is the XP10 and whilst I’m sure it’s a great bit of kit and does what it says on the tin it ain’t cheap. I doubt the Lidl one will start a 2.5 diesel mind.

Pat

Lashed out on the XP-10. Yes expensive but knew someone who had one who had tried cheaper types and he said the Micro-Start was in his opinion in a different league.
I also spend a considerable amount of time away in my van often in areas without a mobile signal so needed something in the event I have a flat battery. Hasn’t happened yet thankfully.
I also have the philosophy since my wife died that if I see something I want and have the funds I buy it ! Life’s to short, I certainly found that out.

 

[wildebus]

Felt obliged to share this Amazon review comment on a jump starter kit ....

"Tested this out yesterday on my friends Nissan Leaf which has been idle for a few days. Had no issues jump starting her car."

Ummm, isn't a Nissan Leaf a 100% Electric Car? How can you jump start a Electric Car which has flat batteries with a jump starter?

 

[Fazerloz]

Felt obliged to share this Amazon review comment on a jump starter kit ....

"Tested this out yesterday on my friends Nissan Leaf which has been idle for a few days. Had no issues jump starting her car."

Ummm, isn't a Nissan Leaf a 100% Electric Car? How can you jump start a Electric Car which has flat batteries with a jump starter?

That shows how good they are. :lol-053::lol-053:

 

[stonedaddy]

I was that impressed with Carol's at the Bugsworth meet, I read them up then bought one off eBay. You have to be a bit careful has Carol pointed out earlier. Most will start petrel engine's, but are quite limited on diesel engines. Some say the engine size for both fuels. Some just say will start diesel engines, but not the size which could be very small. The one I bought can fire a diesel up 22 times, I think it was up to 5 liters. It came today so will check it out more later. It was forty odd quid so dearer than most. It comes with nice case, it has a torch, charges laptops, phones, emergency flashing lights, this one also has a little bonus of a tyer pump that works off it's own battery. Just need to try it all now and not burst into tears coz it's rubbish.
.... Tom ....

 

[yorkslass]

I was that impressed with Carol's at the Bugsworth meet, I read them up then bought one off eBay. You have to be a bit careful has Carol pointed out earlier. Most will start petrel engine's, but are quite limited on diesel engines. Some say the engine size for both fuels. Some just say will start diesel engines, but not the size which could be very small. The one I bought can fire a diesel up 22 times, I think it was up to 5 liters. It came today so will check it out more later. It was forty odd quid so dearer than most. It comes with nice case, it has a torch, charges laptops, phones, emergency flashing lights, this one also has a little bonus of a tyer pump that works off it's own battery. Just need to try it all now and not burst into tears coz it's rubbish.
.... Tom ....

Nice to have an update when you have a minute Tom.

 

[jeanette]

I was that impressed with Carol's at the Bugsworth meet, I read them up then bought one off eBay. You have to be a bit careful has Carol pointed out earlier. Most will start petrel engine's, but are quite limited on diesel engines. Some say the engine size for both fuels. Some just say will start diesel engines, but not the size which could be very small. The one I bought can fire a diesel up 22 times, I think it was up to 5 liters. It came today so will check it out more later. It was forty odd quid so dearer than most. It comes with nice case, it has a torch, charges laptops, phones, emergency flashing lights, this one also has a little bonus of a tyer pump that works off it's own battery. Just need to try it all now and not burst into tears coz it's rubbish.
.... Tom ....

Be interested to know how it does Tom as I'm looking for a one for Malcolm