[tmctguer]

since i often go for long periods without driving my P-cars, i am looking for a recommendation on a battery charger/jump starter. i presently have a small trickle charger which i have used for overnight charging. however, i am now looking for a unit with wheels that can jump start a car, possibly test batteries, as well as charge batteries.

i've searched the web and looked at Schumacher, Sears, and Harbor Freight units, as well as the ones sold by Pelican. i'm wanting to stay in the $150 - $250 range.

i've also seen battery testers which induce a 100+ amp load for 10 seconds. are these a good tool to have? are the battery testers on some charger/jump starter units really any good? or they just VOM's?

any suggestions?