i have dodge ram 3500 maxi van with 5.9L engine. would this jump start my van?

People read things on the internet, and then regurgitate them while feigning experience. I have a 392 Challenger. That's as big and bold as a Dodge engine gets. It is the engine that is a supercharger away from being able to stay with a Hellcat. To use your metric numbers, it is a 6.4 Hemi. And the 700 peak amp stanley jump box jumps it just fine. You do not even need 1000, as some of these people are trying to lead you to believe. Go down one, pick up the 700 and save yourself 20 bones. That's the fact in the real world.

What is the maximum invertor can I use?

For a battery of this size, I'd not go over 240 watt inverter. Actually, you can use any inverter (I got a 400 watt unit that came with a lighter plug as well as other wires), but I'd not connect up a load greater than that ~240 watts. I have at least 2 reasons. First, the lighter outlet that you'll likely want to use is for sure intended for under 20 amps (and maybe fused for only 10 amps). Secondly, the battery is likely rated "18 amp-hour" hinting it can give you 18 amps for 1 hour, or 9 amps for 2 hours, etc. For something needing just 1 amp at 120V the inverter will pull 10 amps at 12V from the battery making it last under 2 hours (or under 1 hour for 2 amps at 120V). I recommend against pulling power faster than it's rating (~20 amps) since I've seen statements in manuals like "Don't crank a car for even 5 seconds because the battery will overheat internally" and I think you're pushing your luck to expect more than that continuously.

Is there a Automatic Float Charging System?

I dont have this one, but I do have the last version, and after taking mine apart, here is what I can say. While there are lights on the front that tell you when the battery is full, I have found not proof or evidence of any float in it to keep it from over charging. My opinion, while it should not hurt much to leave it is for a short period of time after it is fully charged, I would keep somewhat in mind to make sure that it is not left charging for extended lengths of time. Doing so can damage the battery in it. If you do damage the battery in it, replacement batteries can be bought and installed for around half the price of one of these. I just replaced the battery in mine, and for mine, I found some cheap, made in china ones for about $30. I found one that was made in the USA for just a few dollars more. All that there is to replacing the battery is to take the screws out that hold the front and back together, which should be around 8 screws, the two pieces should come apart, and the battery should be right there. The battery will be attached to the wires by a nut and bolt on each terminal. That is it. and just in case you are wondering, the battery in mine was a 19ah, 12v battery.. but the 18ah ones are easier to find. The size of mine is about 6.5" x 7" x 3", or something like that. and mine is the same overall type/design/rating as this one. Just without the USB ports. but you would have to verify that they still use the same battery if you do choose to replace yours in the future.Also, as to the charging thing. Some people say to charge it once a month. Personally, i feel that is a bit much. I say to charge it when it is getting a bit low. Why do I say this.. because these types of batteries do not really loose much power over time, if not being used. Even the manufacturers of the batteries for these say that you only need to top the battery off, once every 6 to 12 months, if the battery is just sitting on the shelf. So I see no reason why, if you are not using the jumper at all, why you would need to charge it every month. If the battery is at, say 90%, then it is still fine to leave alone (unless you know you are going to need it very soon, and quite a few times at that), but if it gets to maybe 75%, I say charge it to top it off. Dont forget, since the batteries in these are the same type as what is in a car, you just don't want to let it get too low. If you do let it get too low, that can ruin the battery, just like how it will in a car.

Is it safe to keep in the car in the extreme heat?

i have had no problems leaving in a glass box - car with windows all the way up. think it may drain the internal battery a touch but nothing serious. instead of having 5 day charge, you may have 4 days 22 hours or so <--example.

Brand	STANLEY
Product Dimensions	11"D x 7.5"W x 13"H
Item Weight	17.6 Pounds
Amperage	1000
Peak Output Current	1000 Amps
Manufacturer	Baccus Global LLC
UPC	897450002476
Global Trade Identification Number	00897450002476
Item Weight	17.55 pounds
Item model number	J5C09
Batteries	1 12V batteries required. (included)
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Manufacturer Part Number	J5C09
OEM Part Number	J5C09
Bulb Type	led

STANLEY 1000 Peak Amp Automotive Jump Starter, Portable Power – 2.1A/10W USB Port, 12V Outlet, 120 PSI Air Compressor for Tires, Bikes & Sports Equipment

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