Showing posts with label inexpensive car battery. Show all posts
Showing posts with label inexpensive car battery. Show all posts

Thursday, October 16, 2014

Husky Liners Custom Fit Front and Second Seat Floor Liner Set for Select Ford/Mazda/Mercury Models

Husky Liners Custom Fit Front and Second Seat Floor Liner Set for Select Ford/Mazda/Mercury ModelsI was logged on to Amazon and was browsing for accessories for my new Mercury Mariner when I ran across this listing for these Husky liners that were in the warehouse and available for less than half price (may be returns?). They are great, fit perfectly, are attractive and do there job of keeping the carpets clean. when you get snow, mud or sand in the liners all you have to do is pull them out, dump them and rinse them off and put them back. I looked at other liners but was not willing to pay $200 $300. These are great for less than $50.

I highly reccomend this for anyone who has a Mazda Tribute. Just like it says it fits perfectly and covers all the carpet to protect that. I'm buying the cargo cover next. Thanks again.!!

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Saturday, October 11, 2014

Gino 2 Pcs Red Black Spring Loaded Speaker Terminal Plate

Gino 2 Pcs Red Black Spring Loaded Speaker Terminal Plate
  • Product Name : Speaker Terminal;Material : Plastic, Metal
  • Color : Black, Red;Overall Size : 4.5 x 2.1 x 1.5cm/ 1.77" x 0.8" x 0.6"(L*W*T)
  • Fix Hole Diameter : 3.2mm/0.125";Hole Distance : 45mm/1.77"(Center to Center)
  • Net Weight : 14g
  • Package Content : 2 x Speaker Terminals Plate

I got these to fix my powered subwoofer. I managed to rig them to the sub and it is working again.

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Holds in your speaker wire with a weak spring. I tried pressing the clips on tighter and broke the cheap plastic. But ultimately I purchased another because I was looking more for price than quality for the particular project.

Thursday, September 25, 2014

JBL MA6004 4-Channel Full-Range Marine Amplifier

JBL MA6004 4-Channel Full-Range Marine Amplifier
  • Marinized circuit board
  • Stainless-steel hardware
  • Variable bass boost
  • 12dB built-in variable electronic crossover
  • 60W RMS x 4 channels at 4 ohms and 1% THD + N

A great amp at a great price. I connected this amp to the bow thruster battery in my boat since its the most convenient location. Ran it for about four hours with the boat off and the AGM 100 amp hour battery had very little drain and could have gone for another 10. The amp is connected to two Bose 131 marine speakers and two JBL marine speakers. Even at close to full volume I could not hear any distortion. If you want an amazing amp that won't drain your boats battery then this is the one to buy.

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I bought one of these a few years ago and it's still going strong. I have to say I'm impressed, especially for the price.

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I'm by no means an expert on amps. I've only owned probably a half dozen of them over the years. This one seems to be a great amp for the money. I pushes four 7" marine speakers easily. Very loud and clear sound. No buzzing or engine noise. I've had some cheap marine amps that always had a slight buzz in the background. Better grounds, ground loop isolators, you name it wouldn't fix it. Not a problem with this one. No ground loop isolators, No super high end cables trying to get clean sound. Just hooked it up with some decent twisted RCA's to the head. Made sure it had a good ground and the proper sized hot wire for the length of the run. Sounds great.

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Everything met or exceeded expectations. Great amp that's a low drain on my boat's battery.

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Amp was very easy to setup and works without a hitch! I hooked these up to 4 alpine spr-m700 marine speakers and its a perfect combo!

Sunday, September 14, 2014

Factory Gm Key Fob Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade 15913427

Factory Gm Key Fob Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade 15913427The key looks just like the factory original. It was very easy to program. It did not come with directions, but it came with a phone number to the company's support service. They were very quick to e-mail me directions. As far as programming, it took no more than a minute. I have been using it for about a week now and have had no problems whatsoever. Saved me lots of money the dealer wanted $140 for the key and $20 to program.

I bought 2 remotes for my 07 Denali. Took me less than 5 minutes to read the directions and program both remotes. All functions work perfect.

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Works great. saved me a lot of money. thanks.

Arrived on time and just as described. no problems with programming.

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This would certainly appear to be the original factory remote. It has the proper numbers on the back, and looks just like the factory original. It programmed up just like it should have (which is so easy to do on these trucks), and works perfectly. There's really not much more to say other than I'm glad I bought here and saved a ton of money over the dealer!

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Don't be lied to. These are the exact same key-less fobs that you can get at the dealer at a fraction of the price. I ordered mine and it arrived very quickly. I used the three steps it takes to program it to my 2008 Tahoe and whoola! I now have a second key-less entry FOB. Many websites and mechanics will lead you to believe this is a dealer part since the "Dealer" has to program it. This is NOT TRUE. This item works great and has the GM part number stamped right on it. Matched my OEM dealer FOB that I already had.

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Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Schumacher SP-1 2/4-Amp 6/12-Volt Automatic Battery Charger/Extender

Schumacher SP-1 2/4-Amp 6/12-Volt Automatic Battery Charger/ExtenderThis product is a perfect 2amp charger for long term battery maintenance. It is NOT a fast charger and isn't designed for rapid charging of a fully discharged battery. It is designed to be plugged in and left on for long periods of time. While 2 amps may not seem like much, competitors products of which I own 2 as well are typically only 1amp. Here's the breakdown,

PROS

Easy to understand LED readout

Multiple connection types (Hard Wire, Clip)

Solid and Rugged feeling plastic case

Lightweight design (Compared to metal housings on others)

The product properly maintains my motorcycle battery as described, but it emits a high-pitched humming noise very similar to the every day ringing in my ears (tinnitus). The noise is constant whether maintaining a batter or not.. the unit just has to be plugged into the outlet. Friends who are in the garage for a few minutes always ask me "What's that sound??". The product works fine but I might switch brands if I ever need a new one.

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I typically like Schumacher battery products, for the money they are much better than Battery Tender chargers. That said, this is ONLY a 2 amp charger and not capable of 4 amps (which would make it good for cars as well). So don't purchase it for cars, motorhomes and boats unless you want something only to maintain a charge.

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Saturday, August 2, 2014

Battery Master Disconnect Isolation Switch HD Racing

Battery Master Disconnect Isolation Switch HD RacingThis one may kill your alternator. It jumps and cuts off on bumpy road. so If you need the remote installation here is a good alternativeNEW BATTERY KILL SAFETY SHUT OFF DISCONNECT SWITCH

but if you not going to race this one you can install with just a wrench in 3 min Top Post Battery Master Disconnect Switch

I'm using this switch to isolate the battery on an antique car, and it works as I needed it to. It handles the full battery load (starter, ignition, and accessories), and I've had absolutely no problems with it on hundreds of starts.

I'd be surprised if my starter draws more than 250 amps, so I can't confirm that this will work for one of you gearheads trying the same application with a 460ci motor or the likes.

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Friday, July 11, 2014

Optima 8022-091-FFP RedTop Group 75/25 Starting Battery

Optima Batteries 8022-091 75/25 RedTop Starting BatteryOptima batteries, by virtue of their spiral cell design and construction, there is not a wetor gel-cell lead-acid battery out there that can compare in terms of charging efficiency and durability. However, do not purchase this through Amazon -it is NOT an authorized Optima dealer. Only an authorized Optima dealer, where you made your purchase, is obligated to replace a defective Optima battery with a new Optima. Check the Optima website for authorized dealers.

The above said, Optima batteries are better purchased at your local auto parts store that is an authorized dealer for the following reasons:

1. In the event of a warranty issue, it will be a simple swap.

2. Eliminate the wait and reduce shipping angst. Although an Optima battery is quite rugged, when shipped in a flimsy cardboard box and then tossed around and dropped by a careless courier, the impact by the battery's heavy bulk can cause its plastic case and the internal connections to weaken, crack, or break.

3. You can visually inspect a unit for physical damage from mishandling. Missing retaining fingers around the vent covers is a subtle but tell-tale sign that the unit has been mishandled.

4. You can check the voltage before walking out of the store with your new battery.

Hint: This is a long-lived product -purchase through a store chain (franchise) if you anticipate relocating within three years, and do not lose your receipt.

If you insist on purchasing an Optima battery online, your best bet is to order from Optima itself directly. This is the only instance that Optima (the manufacturer) will deal with you directly and give you a replacement battery. Otherwise, all warranty issues are addressed through the authorized dealer where you purchased your Optima battery.

My 2002 vette needed a new battery and instead of buying the OEM Delco I decided on the Optima RedTop for a lot less money and more starting power. The engine never cranked better on start up.

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Worked great for 6months, then lost current. Wouldn't turn the starter over with out putting it on charge. Got progressively worse. Bought a battery tester and the battery failed the test.

NOTE-

Amazon doesnt allow returns for Car battery's so i guess i have to eat $100+. I realize you do get a bad batch, but not being able to return is what warrants the low review.

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Below is a copy of the email I got from Optima regarding a battery purchased from Amazon.

So be aware the money you are thinking you are saving maybe costing you big time. You should also know that for marine batteries Otima is strongly reccomending the use of there $200 charger to keep them charged properly.

Hello John,

Amazon.com is not an authorize online OPTIMA retailer, We do not know where they acquire the OPTIMA batteries nor does Amazon.com honor the OPTIMA warranty.

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ive been using the dual purpose blue tops in my boat and have been so impressed with them that ive put one of these in my truck.

when you think about how much you depend on the thing its pretty reasonable to spend the extra money IF the product is true to its claims.

in my experience these things are worth paying extra for. i never worry about them.

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Black & Decker FL3WBD 3W Waterproof Spot Light

Black & Decker FL3WBD 3W Waterproof Spot LightThe battery on this spot light lasts a long time. I recently had it on High for 140 minutes just to test how long long it would last. That is not bad at all for a rechargable spotlight.

This spotlight is a point object spotlight. Meaning it has a very narrow focused beam that travels a long distance. It is not good for illuminating a large area like a wide beam flashlight will do.

Flashlight tech has come a long way. This rechargeable pistol-grip 3 watt LED flashlight is amazing. I use it for boating and keep it at the bedside for protection--it is a blinding source of light.

I purchased it for $21 on sale and almost a year later, that feels like a bargain. Good job, Black and Decker.

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I bought this spotlight a little over a year ago. I was very satisfied with the long throw capabilities and has been very useful. However, a few weeks ago, when the light was switched on, it would only stay on for about one minute, go out, and start beeping rapidly. The red light on the back flashed rapidly too. It does this on a full charge. When charging, it appears to charge normally, but will not stay on. The short lifespan is very disappointing and there does not appear to be a way to replace the battery.

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I think the build quality is good. One reviewer stated that it takes two hands to turn the light on and off, I disagree with this statement. I can easily turn the light on and off using one hand. The multicolored LED and the audible alarmnare both very useful features. My only complaint is the fact that the 12 volt power cord was not included. Really? How much could that cost a dollar? Luckily, the cord from my old spotlight fits. I wanted this unit for my boat and the waterproof feature is awesome.

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I am a retired police officer . . we LOVE light sources and are constantly assessing them. We prefer an intense light that has great distance as opposed to one that throws out a weak, lateral flood light (just move the spot around, and besides, you'll have about a 30 foot diameter of lateral light in front of you) . . plus that intense spot. This is the most effective, powerful and intense hand held, portable light source I have EVER held and used. . . it is comparable to the spot lights mounted on our police vehicles . . I have NEVER been so impressed with any hand held light. The ONLY drawback is the "on/off" design, in that you need to use both hands to turn it off and on . . but considering the highly unusual capability of the light . . the switch's inconvenience is a small price to pay. I just purchased a second B&D light (same model) to keep in my truck (it has a vehicle power source adapter cord available . . call the 800 B&D number in the directions). It only charges when the ignition is "on", however, considering the time the light holds a charge, with normal use of your vehicle, it will stay charged. It's so small, it easily slips into the console. I have never had a flashlight in my vehicle in which I had so much confidence. It's an intricate part of my vehicle's standard emergency equipment . . fire extinguisher, traffic vest, glass punch, first aid kit, etc.

This light is an IDEAL gift . . they may not appreciate it at first . . but wait until they take it out and light up a tree 100 yards away . . you'll hear from them the next day. As we know, it's water proof . . and I can now attest, it's shock proof too. I inadvertently dropped it 15 feet to the unforgiving cement below . . no damage! I have had and used extensively, Stream Lights, Kel Lights, Mag Lights, Sure Fire lights and many others. NOTHING compares . . I'll never purchase another model light source. If you don't like it . . send it back (it will NEVER happen)! Everyone stay safe, Jim

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Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Gomadic Intelligent Compact Car / Auto DC Charger for the iRiver iHP-120 - 2A / 10W power at half t

Gomadic Intelligent Compact Car / Auto DC Charger for the iRiver iHP-120 - 2A / 10W power at half the size. Uses Gomadic TipExchange Technology
  • Intelligent circuit provides precise output voltage and resistor configuration specific to the iRiver iHP-120. This ensures battery is safely and efficiently charged without affecting battery longevity.
  • Gomadic TipExchange Technology protects your investment by providing a means to change/upgrade your charger by simply swapping the physical charging tip. (Charging tip for iRiver iHP-120) included with additional tips sold separately)
  • Charger provides a full 10W (2,000mAh) of available current in a small form factor a little over 1 inch long. Flexible, straight cable measure 50 inches in total length.
  • Power Sleep"" feature will cut power draw of charger by over 99% when not in use. Charger will draw less than 0.1W of power when in ""ready state"" (e.g. not connected to the iRiver iHP-120).
  • Straight, non-coiled cable design allows for easy routing of your charger around vehicle trim for a more professionally installed look. Durable construction is built to last.

Is too sad that Iriver didn't had the same marketing that Ipod, is an excellent product, is not easy to find Iriver accessories but this charger allows me to hear my favorite songs in the car

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Monday, January 20, 2014

KnuKonceptz 4 Gauge Crimp Style Ring Terminal (2 Pair)

KnuKonceptz 4 Gauge Crimp Style Ring Terminal
  • Gold Plating resists oxidation and corrosion
  • 5/16" Ring Opening
  • 2 red / 2 black Terminals included
  • Use on any 12 or 24V Appication (Marine, Auto, Audio)

I bought this along with a few other products for installing my 5channel amp, and 1F cap. I must say the quality of KnuKonceptz parts are fantastic. Even though these are just o-rings, they're nice and sturdy, crimp well and don't bend easily where you wouldn't want them to bend. ALWAYS satisfied.

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These are the one.

what to say

4 gu ring terminals

Easy to crimp

Look nice

took care of the job

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good quality ring terminals. I try to use the allen head ring terminals as much as possible, but in a tight spot these are easier, and take up less room.

Saturday, January 11, 2014

Tripp Lite APS3636VR 3600W 36V DC to AC Inverter with Automatic Line-to-Battery 30-Amp Charger

Tripp Lite APS3636VR 3600W 36V DC to AC Inverter with Automatic Line-to-Battery 30-Amp ChargerI installed 2 of this beautiful machines on my home and i'm very satisfied in power outage may works for more than 24 hours if i use only lights, surely you need more batteries for make it work for that amount of time i have 9 batteries of 80 amps for each inverter and works smoothly, i highly recommend this product since it protect all things of low voltage andd over voltage, i have mines since 2 years and never fails, only bad thing is that some appliance articles like satellite receivers, motion detection lamps and some desktop pc sometimes turns off because the 20ms transfer time is not enough for this devices, but 98% of my devices connected works like a charm. and the remote control let you see how the battery is draining, usually i see my lcd tv for 3 hours before battery gets the 70% of 100%, and the tv is connected with satellite receiver,dvd,sound system, and lights of home, so i think this is a very useful inverter for any appliances on home.even i'm able to use microwave oven since it supports 3,600 watts continous, so it mean 6 KVA. hardwire is relly required for batteries specially.

I used it to create back-up for my basement sump pumps (3 pumps with 30Amps total power). Connected with 3 110 Ah Farm and fleet deep cycle batteries. Works perfectly and able to handle full load for significant amount of time. Consider connecting basement freezers and refrigerators to it as well and probably servers. Why to pay for useless 12 V backup pumps (they handle max 2000gal/h each), when you can connect your regular pumps through this charger/converter.

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Thursday, January 2, 2014

Coleman Cable 08467 Jumper Cable Bag with 12-Feet 8-Gauge Cables

Coleman Cable 08467 Jumper Cable Bag with 12-Feet 8-Gauge CablesI needed a set of jumper cables for my home and for my automatic vehicle. To me build quality of the clamps and the cable itself is important. Also a decent enough gauge that allows for a variety of jump-start situations as well as a decent length to the cable itself. There have been situations where I simply cannot maneuver a car into a specific location due to the jumper cables being too short. With longer cables this problem is avoided. The included bag makes storing it inside your vehicle easy and organized. This is a great product at a great price.

I purchased this item and have used it more than once with no problems. I recommend you purchase one for each vehicle because for the money, the value cannot be beat. And I recommend you never purchase cables that do not come in a bag. Makes storage a breeze and keeps the cables from getting damaged.

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a nice set of jumper cables for medium duty. i have a car, so these are all i need. they're well labled and thick cables. i like the cables, and the carrying case just cements it for me.5 stars

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I purchased two sets of these for my twin grandchildren as a Christmas gift. When they opened them they were surprised as they both just recently purchased their own cars. They agreed the cables would come in handy some day and neither of them had a set in their cars. The case they come in is just perfect to keep the set "together" in the trunk.

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These cables have already come in handy and worked instantly. I am very happy with purchase of product and value of item.

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Friday, December 6, 2013

Husky Liners Custom Fit WeatherBeater Molded Front and Second Seat Floor Liner for Select Toyota Pr

Husky Liners Custom Fit WeatherBeater Molded Front and Second Seat Floor Liner for Select Toyota Prius ModelsThis is a quality product. Best mat ever owned. This mat does as advertised. Also looks like it is part of the car.

These fit my 2012 Prius so perfectly, you'd think they were OEM. They stay in place and they contain everything that inevitably gets tracked into the car during winter and spring (mud season). Very happy with this purchase, even more so when I consider that purchasing through Amazon cost a LOT less than paying the dealership for all-weather floor mats. These are very thick/heavy duty and I expect they'll last forever or certainly for longer than the life of the car.

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These mats are great. They provide full protection and coverage. They look great too! Highly recommend them to all Toyota owners.

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These are the greatest mats we have ever owned! The fit perfectly and have a side to them which prevents spilled liquids from leaking into the car. Easy to install and look great.

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I live in Michigan, and these are so worth the money just to save the carpets from salt, snow, and ice. Every spring id have to have my carpets shampood and that costed alot and i no more have to do that. Bought a new car and ill never have to worry about smelly carpets again. These are very very well made mats and custom fit to the vehicle.

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Thursday, November 14, 2013

Kicker 09DPK4 D-Series 4AWG ROHS Compliant Amplifier Power Kit

Kicker 09DPK4 D-Series 4AWG ROHS Compliant Amplifier Power Kit
  • Direct-Connect installation components transfer the highest possible current with the fewest connections
  • Included are Power Cable, Ground Cable, Fuse Holder, System Fuses and more

This worked perfectly installing my 760w pioneer amp in a 09 Tacoma 4dr not a single complaint other than two things.

Cons

1. No screws to mount the fuse holder...

2. Fuse came already blown in brand new kit...

Pros

1. Quality Heavy 4 Gauge wire at a below average price.

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I ordered 3 items at the exact same time from 3 different sellers and this one arrived 3 business days faster. Everything was brand new in the box and well-packaged. I'm an extremely satisfied customer. Will definitely do business with them again!Kicker 09DPK4 D-Series 4AWG ROHS Compliant Amplifier Power Kit

Sunday, November 10, 2013

Yuasa Automatic 12 Volt Battery Charger

Yuasa Automatic 12 Volt Battery ChargerThis charger/maintainer is easy to use and works just fine. I can find nothing to complain about and it just does what it is supposed to. A very good product.

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Thursday, October 31, 2013

Roadpro 12V Battery Clip-On and Cigarette Lighter Adapter

Roadpro 12V Battery Clip-On and Cigarette Lighter AdapterIn all four previous reviews and in the product description there is no mention on how long these cables are! In the picture they look pretty long, and you would think length would be a primary concern. So, from the back of the product packaging, once I received the product, here you are: 2 Feet long, 14-gauge wire.

I bought this to use with a Vivair air compressor that draws about 15A. It will work off some accessory sockets, my bimmer works for instance, but not for very long without the engine running. In my truck, the amp draw is high for the accessory socket and it is only active with the engine running. This is a bit of a pain when you want to check and air up your tires. So I clip this to the battery terminals and I am good to go. The clips are not huge but work fine for me and the construction overall is fine. It is nothing very fancy but it is well worth the modest price IMHO.

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I bought this cable to go along with the viair 85P portable air compressor, that way I didn't blow fuses.

As soon as I opened the cable, I noticed it was only a couple feet long, which is not very long, but I was happy anyway.. The clamps also don't open up far enough to connect to a battery terminal securely.

I took it outside and plugged it up to my compressor, popped the hood of my car and as soon as I opened the clamp the positive wire fell out of the clamp.

Once I inspected the wire and the clamp, you could clearly see there was almost NO solder on the wire, and what little bit was on it was a "cold joint". The cable was also not crimped to the clamp like it was suppose to be (it looks like someone forgot to crimp it) , which is another reason it came apart.

I went ahead and pulled the sleeve off the negative clamp and noticed it WAS crimped (unlike the positive clamp), but the solder was also very little and cold-jointed.

Both clamps were also forming rust around the solder connections where the wire goes.

LUCKY FOR ME, I own a soldering station, so I disassembled both clamps, cleaned up the rust, re-soldered them on PROPERLY and THEN crimped them. They work perfect now and should never come loose again.

This is the first time I've ever rated a product 1 star, but when it literally falls apart as soon as you remove it from the box , it deserves 1 star.

I'm just glad I wasn't stuck somewhere on the road with a flat when it fell apart on me. Luckily I ALWAYS test my equipment before I rely on it for emergency use.

I wouldn't recommend this product unless you own a soldering iron and want to take the gamble of fixing it yourself or returning it to amazon.

EDIT: I bought another set of these cables, and they were properly crimped and soldered, I will upgrade my rating from 1 star to 2 stars, but RoadPro needs to improve their Quality Control.

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Works as advertised. The little clamps should be much bigger the same size as what you have on light duty jumper cables. This way they would connect securely. Also, the short wire supplied should be a tad thicker. Main concern and 4 stars is b/c of the clamps being small and not very secure on battery terminals.

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Very handy to toss in the trunk. Using this will protect your ciggy lighter socket that could get overloaded. Every car should have one. I use it for an air pump and a very powerful camp light.

Note, most lighter plugs are limited to around 10 amps by fuse or circuit breaker in addition they have long run of small (higher resistance) wire to the jack which 'may' cause a voltage drop to your equipment.

Short of 'hard wiring directly' this is the next best thing.

This has none of that and of course it's the same as hooking directly to the battery so know what you are doing (sparks, load, polarity, fingers)...

You might also want to pick up a heavy duty male to female ciggy plug extension cord...

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Tuesday, October 8, 2013

URO Parts 9166200 Keyless Remote Outer Casing

URO Parts 9166200 Keyless Remote Outer CasingI driven Volvo for the last 11 years and plan on driving it for 11 more. The remote control casing on my key less remotes have just worn out cracked and just would not stay together any longer, we called the dealer ship about two years ago to replace them and needless to say we didn't do it.

We order most things online and did not really think about the remotes casing being something we would find, but who knew?

The casing fit perfectly and the price was affordable we are keyless again and I still love my volvo.

10 stars to Amazon and URO parts they helped us order the right one the first time.

We ordered 2 of these to replace the original key fobs for our Volvo, the plastic had gone brittle and crumbly. the replacement casings arrived quickly and I was able to swap the fob innards from the old to the new in about 2 minutes. You do have to take care not to pinch the rubber seal and that the button are properly placed, but otherwise it's a simple task.

Very satisfied.

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Just like the original. Love it. Definitely use it for another 10 years. Will recommend it to my friend.

Go volvo!!!!!

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I have a 2000 Volvo S40 (original owner). Over the years I have dropped my keys too often for my remote's likings. They cracked, chipped, broke in half. Dealer just told me they would be expensive to replace so I limped along w chipped, broken fobs--until this week! This product was easy for even me to put together! Took a little finagling to pull old fobs apart and snap new ones together. Only trick: use the buttons that come w the new fob. I used the original buttons with the new fob and the remote kept locking the car. I guess the lock button did not quite fit. When I swapped out the old buttons for the new it worked perfectly! Yeah! Now I don't have to winder if the next time I pull my keys out from my computer bag whether the fob will fall to pieces. I still sigh w relief every time I pull out my new fob. Don't hesitate--if you need this fob, get it!

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This was received quickly and was what we needed to replace our old one. It even came with the new buttons, which was not in the description.

Friday, August 23, 2013

Round Solar Roof Vent for RVs, Boats, Sheds, Geen house, Cars

Round Solar Roof Vent for RVs, Boats, Sheds, Geen house, CarsI installed this vent into the roof of a Rubbermaid shed I use to store gasoline and other flammables. It works well to reduce heat buildup during the day. The unit is self contained and weatherproof so I don't have to worry about sparks. It actually runs so fast on a sunny day that it hums. Installation took about an hour, the biggest problem was making a snug 4 1/2 inch round hole that I could caulk to prevent water leakage. I would recommend the square version of this vent if you don't happen to have a hole saw that big but do have a saber saw.

I rated it four stars because it doesn't move as much air as I hoped for, you might want to install two in larger sheds. The unit is well made but I still plan to remove the fan unit in winter. The fan unit locks into the base ring like a smoke dector so I can easily take it off and cover the hole. I have found that items made in warm climates don't usually survive freezing Michigan winters.

I had a vent hole in the top of my van that just had a cap and no fan. I removed the cap, and all that was left was the tube. I got lucky that this vent fit right into the hole. Small tabs on the vent locked it into position. All I did was put some silicone around the edge to seal it in. The fan started running right out of the box. All I could suggest is, it could use a on/off switch for cold weather. Other than that, it works nice to keep some fresh air flowing through my vehicle.

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I bought two of these Solar Powered Roof Vents for the topper on our pickup truck. We take our two dogs with us almost everywhere we go, these vents provide extra airflow even on cloudy days. They are easy to install, make very little noise when they a running and do not increase the overall height of the vehicle by more than a couple of inches. The vents can be mounted vertically, horizontally or on an angle, as long as the surface(s) are flat. The price, $26.88 is a good value and the shipping was fast and reasonable.

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It is so small but it seems to help the 8x12 lawn shed in the 100 deg heat. New in box well packed, great product.

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This unit turned out to be smaller than imagined by the listing description / picture. It moves air, as intended, but don't expect it to make a radical change of air or temperature, say in your garden shed or whatever. Might help on your dog's house for summer venting a little.