David_Stamp Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 Does anyone have experience of carrying a less than 1 kg Lithium Jump Starter Pack and which one works best with a Seven? There are a number of suppliers out there (Ring, NOCO, MCS Overlander, Draper + many more). There is a good recent review article on Auto Express here https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/product-group-tests/92728/best-mini-jump-starter-packs-2022 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted April 26, 2022 Member Share Posted April 26, 2022 Thanks for that review.There's a few experiences in the archives, but I can't remember anything specifically lightweight. And one ex Member took to carrying one where I would have sorted out the underlying unreliability.People are generally very happy. There's a feeling that unfamiliar makes from China are better avoided.NB Club discount at Halfords.Jonathanhttps://www.caterhamlotus7.club/forum/chitchat/power-bank-jump-starters https://www.caterhamlotus7.club/forum/techtalk/battery-charger-jump-starter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mph Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 I have a Noco, which I use for powering my Quickjacklift. I tend to carry it in the Cat too, although I've not had to use it *crosses fingers* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David_Stamp Posted April 26, 2022 Author Share Posted April 26, 2022 I also have a Volvo XC70 as my daily, so I want a jump starter pack that can handle a 2.5L diesel as well as the small Sigma 1.6L in the Caterham. After reading the Auto Express reviews there are two products they highly rate from Mobile Solar Chargers - a British company. The MSC Overland+ that I am considering is more than you need for a Caterham which is here: https://www.mobilesolarchargers.co.uk/shop/details/overland-plus at £110 + £5 shipping.If it's just for the Caterham, then the smaller/lighter MSC Overland jump starter which got the number 1, 5 star ranking by Auto Express is here: https://www.mobilesolarchargers.co.uk/shop/details/overland-waterproof-car-jump-starter at £80 + £5 shipping.MSC, as their name suggests, does a range of solar panel kits for camping and off-grid living.I have no connection to MSC - I am just sharing what may be of interest to other Seven owners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Reeves Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 I have a DB Power version that I had to use in anger this morning with my Honda CRV.Its great and I carry in in the 7 all the time.the prices has gone up 100% in the 5 years ive had it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david nelson Posted May 1, 2022 Share Posted May 1, 2022 I to am looking so thanks for the link. I may get the overland + as my land rover is 2 .5 tdi. I like that it looks as if the gear has had proper usage. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David aka Blue7 Posted May 1, 2022 Share Posted May 1, 2022 A few years ago I bought the Halfords one after a lot of research. I have an Evoque so went for the one that copes with 2-3 ltr. engines. I have attached it to the bulkhead of the 7 with velcro and it is topped up via a usb cable through to a power socket in the cockpit.https://www.halfords.com/motoring/battery-maintenance/jump-starters/halfords-advanced-lithium-jump-starter---up-to-3l-677469.htmlDavid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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