NOCO GB40 Jump Starter After 2 Years Of Use. Does It Still Work?

[@Volkswear]

Purchase your GB40 here: www.amazon.com/NOCO-GB40-UltraSafe-Lithium-Starter/dp/B015TKUPIC/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=AZ8DPVIWOVB5&keywords=Noco+GB40&qid=1682090064&sprefix=noco+gb40%252Caps%252C359&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%253Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyUklUSDFRWUhKRkZFJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTIxMzQ5R0lGQzkzTDFVMzRWJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA0NDY5NzEzVlQ0VTJENkpZTEhNJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==&_encoding=UTF8&tag=volkswear00-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=65ffb486eeb4588a6dc9fa54784fd39d&camp=1789&creative=9325

[@kwqd54]

These have gotten a lot lower quality since the model in this review. The clamps are much smaller and thinner. It no longer ships with a charging cable or cigarette lighter adapter. The vendor calls this an "upgrade". That being said, the user manual still says to "Charge the product using the included charging cable.", so the upgrade is really just lowering their costs by eliminating parts of the original product. The user manual also warns against using charging options not included with the pack, so probably giving themselves cover to deny their warranty if it breaks. There are also now many recent reviews on Amazon which complain the the pack will not hold a charge. Another "upgrade"?

[@ronradmer3573]

This is actually meant for up to a 6 L gas motor. Not a 6 cylinder motor. This started my 6.4 l V8 gas Hemi engine in my 2016 Ram 2500 that had a bad battery with no problem. It actually jump-started it three times in a row before I could go get a new battery. I did make sure it was 100% before jump starting my truck. And after three jump start I think it only went down to 75%.

[@doitall7]

This is very helpful. Am trying to figure out if I should get a GB40 or GB70 for a 3.6 L l V6 gas Cherokee.

[@shannonrickard8605]

I'm watching this after already purchasing one, but I'm feeling good about my choice from the limited options I had. I do A LOT of solo driving, and my battery in my 2016 was going bad. It's left me stranded several times this week where I didn't have anyone around to jump me. I got a new battery but I also wanted to never be stuck again so I got myself one of these. Glad to know it's dependable. Bonus points for the animals 😄

[@MyEnemy]

I did the same thing. I was stranded on the side of 264 for 5 hours Friday night... dead battery. Saturday I bought a new battery and ordered a Noco off Amazon. I will NEVER go through that again, Lord willing.

[@lucky15driver]

I purchased the GB40 for my wife’s 2021 Honda passport and have only used it on other peoples cars. The biggest engine it has jumped was a 5.3 liter Tahoe without any problems. I liked it so much I purchased the GBX55 for my F150. Great video sir!

[@STRHYKKER]

Boost Mode (aka Manual Override) should only be used if the unit cannot detect a charge on the battery that is less than 2 volts -- appears you had some issues starting it, but you got it working. It's a great product!

[@cidercik]

I think Dolly and Opal need their own channel.

[@nuggetfresh9641]

I think ur right 🤣🤣👌🤣👌

[@highnitro707]

I agree!

[@ericwiltse8054]

Absolutely

[@testodude]

Dolly was trying to tell you the GB40 was getting too hot. You were smart to take her advice and let it cool down.

[@billace90]

Very impressive. Specially on a big engine, a dead battery for so long, and the Noco at 50% charge! Thank you very much.

[@Haggi8]

I bought my gb40 after watching your video 2 years ago. I love it and need it often in wintertime, when my webasto is warming my 2.0 diesel. In holidays its perfect to load your ipad with usb.

[@dixieroad123]

The animals alone make this worth watching!!! Love it!

[@crazycajun1586]

I have the gb20 and it started my 6.7L F250 power stroke with no problem. I think everyone should have one in their vehicle

[@robertraman6307]

I got a GBX75 2500 max amp for my Corolla 1,6 L 4 cyl. But the winter is very cold and I’m sure a gb40 won’t work well in minus 40 degree C with a cold engine and cold battery.

[@AK.__]

Thank you for actual test. I was really on fence ordering GBX45 for 5.7L Hemi, but now I see it is capable. Thanks again

[@robertdevoy3119]

I have had this exact item for 5 years and have used it many times. It has never failed me.

[@sunnyskyez]

Loved the animals... I think any guy who talks to his animals like you do is a 'great' human being... Great Vid... You again confirmed my new purchase of a NOCO....

[@robertraman6307]

Yes agree with you about people talking kindly to their animals:) I’m here because I ordered the GBX75 and wanted to see different Nocos perform

[@JoeyMcNew-Drummer]

I just purchased one of these and I received this model today from Amazon it jumped a car battery that was completely dead on the over-ride setting because I couldn't get to the negative terminal on the battery. It's a keeper!

[@rush2124u2]

You got a 7 year old battery to start, I'm impressed. The GB 40 has had a lot of good reviews. This will make a good present for my son and myself as well. Thanks for a good and honest review.

[@tadassmolskas3014]

It’s not very good it’s overpriced for what it is but people buy it because of the branding and number 1 on amazon. It work fine for most people but there are cheaper alternatives that actually work much better

[@oz1141]

@@tadassmolskas3014 what would you recommend ?

[@22Rraptor]

@@oz1141 check out topdon jumpsurge series

[@oz1141]

@@22Rraptor I'll check it out, thanks

[@jaylmw08]

@@tadassmolskas3014 well i'm fairly certain it sells on honest reviews like this too. watch the other video where he jumps 5-6 cars in 5 degree weather that have been sitting 1-2 yrs.

[@mickuljatheseagull]

I work on engine driven machines, when the battery gets too discharged (sure you said your battery is 7 years old) they can be extremely hard to start even when jumping from another vehicle. I would give this a 👍

[@seanp1602]

Basically your old video was the final factor in my decision. I've used NoCO for marine charging so I was already a fan of their charging systems on boats. I wasn't sure though who was the leader in booster technology. They have not disappointed and I use it a lot.

[@tarzan12052]

I have the gb70. on a full charge the same thing happened to me because of gm's stupid side post batteries, you really have to make sure to get a solid connection. thanks for the videos man. so many people like myself make buying decisions based on info from videos like urs. I 100% recommend these noco genius products. I live in nc so its not too cold. but boy it gets hot. I have jumped more than 30 cars with mine that sits in the back of my hot truck all the time. I only charge it when it dies. I have owned it for about 2 yrs now and only charged it twice. that being said. the one I have "gb70" is like the "big" brother to the gb40. the bg40 is 7k joules and 1k amps, the gb70 is 15700 joules with 2k amps. the gb70 is also twice the price but worth every penny. thanx againg for the video!

[@novomarciorocha]

That's good to know Inclusive me have been watching many videos and today arrived my noco 15000k I left on ac to charger 220v but i don't know when the charge is full yet i will check it in the morning

[@joscarver4289]

tarzan12052 7

[@islandvibez]

I've owned mine for four years and have had to charge it twice in that span of time! Pretty neat lil gadget.

[@tarzan12052]

Mine still kickin strong!

[@TimberTramp]

It’s the override button that allows the unit to boost even when it’s not reading a charge from the battery. So if it doesn’t sense a minimum volt reading then it won’t boost UNLESS You hit th override

[@steveaw5895]

I saw your video and Roadking's video and bought one for my daughter that was in collage. She used it all the time as her dorm found out she had it.

[@kyleh4410]

Now this is the kind of content I wish I saw more of on KZbin

[@Volkswear]

Thanks Kyle. Very nice of you to say. Thanks for watching. JC.

[@bennylloyd-willner9667]

Exactly! There are millions of sponsored BS "infomercial" videos about the greatness of products. This is one of very few honest true consumer tests. I am currently hunting for a starter help and I'm trying to decide between a supercapacitor one and one of these "older" LiIon ones. A plus with a supercapacitor is that you don't need to charge it but I am a bit concerned about life span for such a new technology (for consumers, I know it has been used in other applications)

[@clooperman3745]

@@Volkswear Excellent product, what breed of dog was that?!?!

[@04JALD]

Just bought one. I am more happy now. Thank u

[@lhdore]

Thank you! Watching your video helped me figure out how to get my NOCO GB-40 working again.

[@gerryhand]

Great video!! What I noticed was at the 5:05 minute mark when you started boost mode on the GB40 the headlight came on. The ignition switch of the truck must have been in the run position. This may of also been a bit of a drain the GB40.

[@davidwallace7411]

You saw what I did. Headlights are a tremendous drain. Had they not been on it would have started it

[@ElectricPylon]

Thank God it started. I'd have been well pissed off if I'd watched 11 minutes of video only to discover he still couldn't get his truck going! I am going to get one of these. Thanks for great review!

[@Another-Moe]

ElectricPylon did u end up buying them ?

[@ElectricPylon]

@@Another-Moe yes I did! It's like a piece of magic kit. Works every time I've needed it. I have 2 old cars with old batteries which were fine with regular use but in lock down I don't drive so much and batteries get low. This jump starter is excellent No more faffing around with jump starting from another car or getting the battery charger out with long trailing cables. My wife even impressed a friend with a flat battery. You won't get it started with that little thing she said! Well, 30 seconds later her car was going again! Everybody should have one!

[@Another-Moe]

ElectricPylon thank you!

[@ElectricPylon]

@@Another-Moe Oh, forgot to say... I bought one for my daughter too. She was adamant she'd never need it. A month later I got a message from her saying how grateful she was for it when her car didn't start in some cold weather.

[@Another-Moe]

ElectricPylon can this be left in the trunk in -30 weather ?

[@vladz3654]

I have this one here and it already saved me and couple other people on the road as well.

[@JK-Handyman]

I purchased the GB40 mainly because I watched your last video of it cranking up all those cars in the snow. I hope NOCO sent you a fat check because I'm willing to bet they sold a lot of units thanks to you.

[@katnip6289]

Opal and Dolly are adorable! Please show us more of them.

[@dudley7540]

Success! Nice critters! And further proof that those GM side mount terminals were a stupid idea 50 years ago!

[@Volkswear]

Clarence Calkins I agree with you on the side terminals. I'm not a fan. Thanks for watching. JC.

[@jamesm.8392]

GM quality keeps slipping.

[@OZD-mb2bs]

I want that truck!

[@gigigaming97]

I came for the product review, and stayed for the animal cameos. 💕

[@57northphoto32]

That’s it, a real world review it’s all I need to know. Good work Sir, thank you. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Al-ok1lj]

Great Video! Thanks for the update. Your animals look wonderful! It must be heaven having them around.

[@rickvia8435]

Great work. Thanks for the post. I'm looking at one of these for my wife's 6-cyl Avalon. Nice, sweet animals, too.

[@BrianWMay]

Can't fault the kit, I bought one after your last review. Thanks

[@arthursmith643]

I’m impressed with this demo. I would put the negative ( black) on the engine block for better connection. I not a fan of side post batteries. The larger the terminals the better the connections.

[@ghibliinu6616]

Opal is a beauty!

[@MarkJacksonGaming]

-- Running a 5.3 LS. I think you sold me. So it's meant for something smaller, but for the price, it's worth it. That and 99 percent of the time it'll be charging RC batts, and I have a dual batt system with a smart isolator in my truck. All around, seems like a good piece of kit for the right price, bearing in mind the gb70 is 100 bucks more. Thanks and thumbs up.

[@glenncaswell9062]

Been using it two years and just now learned how to use it. That always helps. LOL

[@timothydaly4136]

just picked one up and the clamps got better

[@idahomountainelk]

Idaho! Great review series on the Noco, I was rooting for it to start your truck.

[@sweetkellymay]

For being two years old, it looks brand new..no dust , not a scratch on it...

[@bluelude2001]

I'm in the market for a new lithium powered jump start. My antigravity micro start xp-3 jump starter battery swelled up. Recycled that before it blew up. Few years old but wasnt used all that much. Thanks for the video.

[@simonvance8054]

That is awesome...I'm sold on these cool little compact units!

[@jurajknuto3105]

Thanks for review from Europe.

[@larrysealey1815]

The website says it can crank a 6.0 liter gas engine, so more than 6 cylinder.

[@johnspence8141]

I think its mentioned below, but when the battery is dead you have to use the override (which turns it into a live wire so careful) to jumpstart.

[@steveo601]

Yep and you have to hold the little red button down for 5 seconds at least and all the lights start flashing. The “boost” part is the removal of all backwards voltage safety features. An excellent feature to have to literally save your a- but at the risk of blowing it up. Do not get one that doesn’t have this feature. It may not see your battery if it’s too dead and your screwed!

[@vunit8213]

The GB40 left my wife stranded in 34 degree temperature at 4:30 a.m. in the cold dark morning hours... it was cold, wet, and windy and she remembered that I put a brand new fully charged GB40 in her Buick with a 3800 series V6 engine....well let’s just say it didn’t have enough power to even turn the engine a full revolution. It cranked a few really slow half revolutions and it was completely drained so I had to come to the rescue with the “o’l faithful jumper cables” I would NOT purchase the GB20 or the GB40 if you have a 6 cylinder vehicle or larger... We borrowed a friends Everstart Maxx 600 peak amp jump starter and it will start the Buick right up no problem and still have a full charge. NOCO must of chooched them numbers up for sales, however we will not be relying on the GB40 for emergencies anymore. It works great to jump start my riding lawnmower though. I would personally buy the GB70 or GB150.

[@squamnh]

NOCO shows the GB40 as being for V8s up to 6 liters... Not sure where the commentary about only for 6 cylinders comes from. But... I still think this is a great video to show what it can do...

[@Kaitlin24247]

That horse is so sweet xx

[@HeathWatts]

Just received then used mine. Great tool!

[@thunderroad7289]

It’s designed for up to 6 liter gas engines and 3.0 Diesel engines so it’s made to start that 5.7 you have. Keep the good videos coming. Those gm side post battery’s suck. You have to make sure you get a really good connection with those side post battery terminals

[@danielmussner]

You got my like right after Obo's cameo appearance! :-D

[@oldsoultransportllcpilotca6345]

A fellow Idahoan. Buying on now for my Pilot Car vehicle. Thanks.

[@Volkswear]

Nice. What part of Idaho?

[@oldsoultransportllcpilotca6345]

@@Volkswear Meridian, ID

[@SirRoger_007]

I just ordered the GB40 from Walmart for $88.99 on roll back. This video gives me more peace of mind for when it arrives. I had a Stanley 600 amp for smaller cars and it went dead in 8 months, and it was never used. I just want something to jump my 1.8 Nissan Sentra, if necessary. It arrives Monday!

[@patrickdionne2333]

Ok, well I was sitting in my car just outside of Canadian Tire and opened my new GB40. I couldn't believe that for $150 I didn't even get an AC adapter and was about to return it for a refund. I decided to watch a review. I was very relieved that your truck started, and I would call the parameters you put it through pretty extreme. I decided to keep the unit. It should be easy for my tiny wife to use. Thanks!

[@HectorCintron-l9v]

It started my 5.9 Dodge ram with no problem

[@docglock1932]

Is it safe to jump start a lawn tractor? Can you recharge the GB 40 with a USB plug in your house?

[@FzjClay]

Yes. I have a gb70. I Use it for everything really (tractors too). Micro Usb to charge it from a usb source (wall outlet). Great products from noco!

[@docglock1932]

@@FzjClay Have you ever charged an iPhone?

[@FzjClay]

@@docglock1932 yes, several times

[@dallase1]

Is it still working good after 6 years of use? Pretty Impressive that it could start a vehicle it was not designed to start when it's not even at full capacity. Pretty Good Positive Enforcement for the manufacturer. I just hope they still make their products to the same quality of this one.

[@ivorwm2291]

Your animals love you. They want to know when your going to feed them.

[@johnparkerzabala]

You nailed it Sir!!! Salutes!!!

[@KentuckyRanger]

I laughed, when the engine started, and months of dust got sucked out of the radiator, LOL! Been researching boosters, and I'm going with the NOCO GBX55, which is a more powerful unit, but made by the same Co. These really seem like they're pretty much the best you can buy.

[@Mr_SynergyPerformance]

NOCO website says GB40 is good for gas engines up to 6L. That second crank would probably have been successful if you'd cycled the key a few times to prime the fuel system. ;) (Can you tell I have a bunch of junk sitting around that I have to coerce into starting?) Good vid.

[@robertraman6307]

Cycling the ignition to make sure your fuel is primed was a good tip. Starter spray is also good in these situations when you only have a few chances before battery is drained. Warming or heating the block and the battery is a tip as well.

[@carlosmurphy4u1]

I've used mine on 2 V-8's and a V-6, no problem.

[@yessigonzalez8187]

With gb40?

[@fredguerra4917]

Your wonderful animals are diamonds!

[@jellyfishedx]

I just ordered one. Amazon Prime Day has them on sale for $68. Thanks for the review. Looks like I made a good choice for my 4runner.

[@apuz13]

I got that deal also

[@blackmaxima]

Any vehicle battery that’s been sitting for six months with no charge is internally sulfated and destroyed. It would be best to charge it at a low rate rather than use the alternator. With that said, I believe the GB40 is a fine product.

[@Trixtayt]

I clicked on the link, and a different pop-up appeared. It's not the same one you're showing; why?

[@paulstoakes466]

If the truck has been standing for some months it probably takes a while for the fuel to be pumped through and as I saw on another comment don't have other electrical items like headlamps turned on. Also I noted that at the first go it wasn't happening until you made sure that you had a good clean connection to the battery.. I have just bought one.

[@dougkapounek9024]

The best use is to leave for a full 1 to 1 1/2 minutes before starting....But they work well !

[@markdamstra]

I didnt even recognize you from teh winter review when you did 6 cars. Just ordered one. I have a 4.6 mustang gt. I think it will be fine.

[@johnfrie7273]

Great success and believable video. Thank you.

[@opal-lia333]

Awwww. You named her after me! LOL Hi Opal

[@raymunchieftain4170]

Good vid my Brother !!!! P.S. I love your critters !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@cabnmaster1]

i'm impressed

[@metheult]

Just a comment from here in Ireland. I have a 2009 Honda Accord 2.2ltr 4 cylinder diesel and the battery in my car is bigger than that in the video. My 2009 Audi A3 1.9ltr 4 cylinder diesel also shares the same size battery. I know battries go flat/dead but you seem to have a small battery for the engine size. Love the video.

[@jaschhina9253]

Awesome video! Thank You

[@breyonjohnson3661]

Bought one brand new and it wouldn’t jump off my Polaris. Headed to return it.

[@cgeary76]

We carry them in or patrol cars for other deputies and civilians. I’ve never had a vehicle not start using NOCO

[@breyonjohnson3661]

@@cgeary76 I must have bought a defect. But I have seen them in action and I use a heavy duty jump box and it boosted the truck right off

[@jamesr.9239]

I've always been a skeptic of these devices but after watching your previous video , I think I need to add one of these to my emergency road kit and leave the bulky jumper cables at home. Or maybe carry both?

[@fomoco300k]

Carry both!

[@NameNaameNameeNaamee]

I have the GBX75 and it is a super good product. Not only will it start a Diesel over and over again, it will also hold it's charge for ages. You can literally pull this out of your trunk after a year and it will still be at 100%. And this is stuff that just won't show in test videos and comparisons. Numbers don't tell it all. The product has to perform on the road, in real life. And Noco does. You actually used it wrong, but it still worked, which is another great aspect. These things are made pretty fool proof. I can't recommend it enough.

[@KhaiMahase]

how does it hold up today??? Still work?

[@thevalleymobiledetailingmo5047]

The blinking explanation point means it's on super charge mode

[@rubengarcia1802]

Horse was like "how many horses under the hood?"🤔

[@sonyyoung1036]

Good test. Be great if you could test it under winter conditions.

[@sonnyphila]

Can I keep GB40 in car all time sir ? Thank you!

[@kensternberg3780]

I have a couple of VW TDIs. Would this model be powerful enough to jump their diesel engines? Or would I go with the GB70? Thanks so much for your excellent reviews.

[@martinf9626]

in Quebec Canada you can find it at Canadian tire store for 159.99 Canadian but i just buy one on Ebay.ca at 120$ Canadian shipping include .

[@jamesm.8392]

I took a chance and got my GB70 for $149new on eBay 2 summers ago . . . and it really was new with a hard case. Shop around ???

[@sew04ss]

It will start a 6Liter, so that 5.7 should start with no issues

[@mattkeefe3850]

Six Cylinder(3.0L) not a 6 Liter

[@TheChadWork2001]

Good review. Thanks.

[@ALJ_1981]

Wow, as soon as he presses the bypass button, the headlights came on.

[@fjfjrfjfjr]

Success!!!

[@fazer12779]

The Audew is the best!

[@Volkswear]

We have an Audew. It is a good unit. JC.

[@johnw2758]

Have they changed the name of this product? In the Uk it's called a Nico GB40 Boost Plus, yours is different, the Genius range are now battery chargers?, Also what does the 7000 mean on the front lower right of the unit as surely the amps is 1000?

[@Volkswear]

I noticed they changed them up a little but I’m honestly not up on the name changes. I will tell you I recently purchased a GB70 which is a little bigger jump box and I’ve been very happy with it. JC.

[@johnw2758]

@@Volkswear Thanks for replying, I found out the 7000 is joules, maybe it's a different name range for the Noco in Europe. I was debating wether or not to get the GB70 but really mine is mainly for just my own car and not going to be used in a more professional environment, so went with the GB40. Hope I made the right decision.

[@Jeckyll859]

Awesome video sir! I have a Tundra with the 5.7 liter so maybe I need to get the GB50

[@BIG_FETUS]

Negative I have a dodge ram with the 5.7 and starts it fine I works best up to 6.0L

[@Jeckyll859]

@@BIG_FETUS I appreciate the reply but went ahead and got the GB50 after contacting NOCO. That's what was recommended to me.

[@WillieBHardagan]

Curious if its still going strong yet? Just got the GB70 for my dad for Xmas...

[@Brommes]

just bought this for my MC :)

[@mythoughts2355]

I just bought ones found by accident a website Crutchfield it has accessories and if you need extra cables carrying case . Type in Noco GB40

[@BigViewership]

When it doesn’t read the battery (because it’s too low) it won’t work. The red button allows you to override this when you press it for 3 seconds. That way it will force battery into your car. But once you do, all safety measure will be turned off so don’t not mix up positive and negative. Owners manual says it is compatible with anything between v2-v12

[@nyplantings2420]

I have tried to use these a few times in emergencies with no luck. I did not know these needed an override when batteries were too low etc. Well, next time lets see.

[@Ed1Ward]

Got here from 2017.... GB40 On my next purchase list. Thanks Specs show... For up to 6.0 L petrol and 3.0 Ldiesel. GB 40 $ 134 AU, GB70 $282AU

[@jeffsaberon7714]

Antif Em May I ask where you bought yours in AU mate? Cheers. Great followup vid 🤙

[@mrmojorisin5591]

@@jeffsaberon7714 did you find out were he bought it from mate, or do you think he made a error with his price, it sounds to good to be true mate

[@Whateva67]

These videos are hard to figure out as some say they’re good,some say no good,hard to drop good money on something that has such mixed reviews. I work up in northern British Columbia and Alberta where it hits -44 c sometimes in winter so I need something reliable. My cars always start no matter what even without block heaters but it’s always good to have a backup.

[@robertraman6307]

I wouldn’t rely on smaller booster packs in cold winter climate, I live in the north of Sweden with similar climate. Went for the GBX75 for a Corolla 1,6 L 4 cyl and also bought a brand new battery for the car. I will buy another GBX75 so I have two and can boost my Land Cruiser that uses two 12 V batteries to get 24 volt to the 4,5 kilowatt starter (the Corolla starter is something like 1,1 kw) The Land Cruiser is fitted with a 3,5 L, 5 cyl diesel without a turbo that starts really easy but I bet when it won’t crank you are in trouble due to the 24 V system. A single car can’t jump start you. I intend to use one booster on each battery. As a backup to the booster I keep large torch candles and a tarp as well as starter spray in the trunk to heat the booster, the battery, the oil pan.