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The Workshop => Maintenance, Problems & Troubleshooting => Topic started by: puma2 on October 26, 2022, 11:00

Title: new compact starter
Post by: puma2 on October 26, 2022, 11:00
 :) any advice with hint or tips or recommendations on portable car starters.
i have jump pack with Air compressor  so want just a starter now.

thanks for any input. 
Title: Re: new compact starter
Post by: 1979scotte on October 26, 2022, 12:22
I've got a nocco.
Expensive but will start anything.
Even a V6 that's going dead every 5 mins because the cables grounding out.

Tbh you probably don't need anything special to start a 1zz.
Title: Re: new compact starter
Post by: 1979scotte on October 26, 2022, 12:29
www.autoexpress.co.uk/product-group-tests/92728/best-mini-jump-starter-packs-2022
Title: Re: new compact starter
Post by: Petrus on October 26, 2022, 12:33
What about a battery quick disconnect and prevent the issue.
Title: Re: new compact starter
Post by: Topdownman on October 26, 2022, 12:45
I have an arteck one that I have had for a few years. That brand dont seem to be available any more though. I used to have to use it fairly often on the GT86 and it worked. It is an 8000mA one (for engines up to 2.0l) and I did try it on the V6 (3.0) and it didnt work.

Get one with a minimum of 8000mA and you should be ok for your cars. Looks like you can spend very differing amounts so look for the best reviews and hope for the best!

(I think if you disconnect the battery and therefore alarm, you may not be insured for theft?).
Title: Re: new compact starter
Post by: Carolyn on October 26, 2022, 13:15
There are a few decent remotely operated isolators these days.  They are simple to install.  They cost around £40 for a good one on your favourite auction site.  I have one that I put together myself from components around a remote winch control (because it has two channels) and a 100 amp latching relay.

It acts as an extra layer of security, if a thief gets around it, then the car's immobiliser and alarm go live!
Title: Re: new compact starter
Post by: Petrus on October 26, 2022, 13:24
Quote from: Carolyn on October 26, 2022, 13:15It acts as an extra layer of security, if a thief gets around it, then the car's immobiliser and alarm go live!

Good point!
Title: Re: new compact starter
Post by: 1979scotte on October 26, 2022, 14:18
Quote from: Topdownman on October 26, 2022, 12:45I have an arteck one that I have had for a few years. That brand dont seem to be available any more though. I used to have to use it fairly often on the GT86 and it worked. It is an 8000mA one (for engines up to 2.0l) and I did try it on the V6 (3.0) and it didnt work.

Get one with a minimum of 8000mA and you should be ok for your cars. Looks like you can spend very differing amounts so look for the best reviews and hope for the best!

(I think if you disconnect the battery and therefore alarm, you may not be insured for theft?).

Thats the one I had.
Fine for small petrol not man enough for larger capacity or diesel
Title: Re: new compact starter
Post by: shnazzle on October 26, 2022, 16:47
Quote from: 1979scotte on October 26, 2022, 14:18Thats the one I had.
Fine for small petrol not man enough for larger capacity or diesel
Third that motion.
This one looks identical to the Arteck I have

Portable Car Jump Starter, 8000mAH 300A Jump Starter Power Bank with Charging Port LED Light Fit for Gasoline Engine 3.0L Black (red)+energizer car starter pack https://amzn.eu/d/bFg7M6c
Title: Re: new compact starter
Post by: Chilli Girl on October 26, 2022, 17:25
I've got the Arteck one like Simon's.  Brilliant little thing. ;D
Title: Re: new compact starter
Post by: moredun on October 26, 2022, 19:38
I have gone through a few, but Nocco is the best I ever had

You can also get one at a size to suit your needs  ;D