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Old 09-18-2015, 07:22 AM   #1
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Default 99 ds regen2 speed control checking?

so i recently picked up a 99ds and it worked fine every day for 2 weeks.
then i went on a trip, come back, and its dead in the water
so im looking at the wire diagram and its helpful but i still
don't know what voltages im supposed to see and when.
solenoids both hit and open and close the circuit so i think they are ok
when i apply the go pedal the cart has a slight vibration for maybe a
full second then nothing....like it wants to move then doesn't.

i suspect the speed control is bad but i cant confirm that.
a system description or procedure to confirm my suspicion
is what i need. don't wanna drop 300-400 bucks just to find
out its something else.

Thanks in advance
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Old 09-18-2015, 07:31 AM   #2
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Default Re: 99 ds regen2 speed control checking?

"...when i apply the go pedal the cart has a slight vibration for maybe a
full second then nothing....like it wants to move then doesn't."


Sounds like a bad battery. Attach the digital multimeter to the pack. Note the standing voltage and then watch the meter as you try to go. What does it drop to?

Regen 2 was not used for long and it is not a popular drive system. Parts are expensive and rare. Best to sell this one and find something else.
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Old 09-18-2015, 09:45 AM   #3
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Default Re: 99 ds regen2 speed control checking?

so i recently picked up a 99ds and it worked fine every day for 2 weeks.
then i went on a trip, come back,

how long were you gone try charging it
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Old 09-19-2015, 09:05 AM   #4
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Default Re: 99 ds regen2 speed control checking?

pack voltage is 50.7 give or take.
state of chage isnt the issue.
ive checked the obvious already
if you are trying to be a smartass keep it to yourself
i just wanna fix it not get in a pissing contest on the web.
i may be new to this cart and forum but im not new to
circuits and motors.

thanks scottyb ill check the pack voltage under load.
is there a low voltage cutoff where the cart wont
go if the pack voltage drops to a certain point?
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Old 09-19-2015, 09:26 AM   #5
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Default Re: 99 ds regen2 speed control checking?

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i just wanna fix it not get in a pissing contest on the web.
i may be new to this cart and forum but im not new to
circuits and motors.
This is not "that kind of forum" - resist the urge to bark! Sometimes members use their smartphones to reply - and the comments appear terse - they are NOT; they are meant to offer help or suggestions in all cases. Remember that nobody magically knows your level of knowledge....it becomes obvious after a few questions & answers and then the suggestions begin to match your particular situation!
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Old 09-19-2015, 09:41 AM   #6
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your right no one knows me here. sorry
any suggestions or help on the cart?
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Old 09-19-2015, 10:25 AM   #7
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Default Re: 99 ds regen2 speed control checking?

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so i recently picked up a 99ds and it worked fine every day for 2 weeks.
then i went on a trip, come back, and its dead in the water
so im looking at the wire diagram and its helpful but i still
don't know what voltages im supposed to see and when.
solenoids both hit and open and close the circuit so i think they are ok
when i apply the go pedal the cart has a slight vibration for maybe a
full second then nothing....like it wants to move then doesn't.

i suspect the speed control is bad but i cant confirm that.
a system description or procedure to confirm my suspicion
is what i need. don't wanna drop 300-400 bucks just to find
out its something else.

Thanks in advance
Don't take this wrong, but

1998/1999 PowerDrive System 48 Vehicle Maintenance & Service Supplement Publication Part No. 101968404
1998/1999 PowerDrive Plus Vehicle Maintenance & Service Supplement Publication Part No. 101968405
1998/1999 V-Glide 36-Volt Vehicle Maintenance & Service Supplement Publication Part No. 101968406
1998/1999 FE 290 Gasoline Vehicle Maintenance & Service Supplement Publication Part No. 101968407

Each model that year has it's own Maintenance & Service Supplement

The supplement will provide maintenance and repair procedures
for those components specific to a particular type of vehicle.

Now there are a few folks that can give you a couple of test that will pin point the problem rather quickly, I can offer the PDF files and you can search the trouble shooting steps on your own,


Tip: a serial number and some pictures would move this along also,...and of course this is just my opinion
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Old 09-19-2015, 10:36 AM   #8
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Default Re: 99 ds regen2 speed control checking?

That is a pdf of,

This supplement provides detailed information for the maintenance and repair of PowerDrive System 48 electric vehicles

sample of page 26 ,
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Old 09-19-2015, 11:59 AM   #9
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Default Re: 99 ds regen2 speed control checking?

It appears he has a Sepex (Regen 2) per the topic heading. So I will assume you have a rocker switch for fwd/rev and a run/tow switch...not a big lever. Batteries "can" do this (although more common on a series cart) but its easy to test. Put your voltmeter on each battery (one at a time) and hit-the-gas! If one or two takes a dive in voltage, you have a good lead. Obviously the power-on circuit seems to be working if the cart tries to move. The next is a poor/corroded connection. Go over all the battery/motor connections and all the little connectors you can find to see if one is just holding by a few strands (even give them a little tug). If they look suspect - clean 'em up & refit.

Your next area to look is the accelerator components - Regen 2 likely has a multi-step potentiometer. Trouble is - you often experience "signs" that this device is failing before it does (but not always). There is a good article HERE on a lot of troubleshooting tips for Regen 2.

Lastly - there is a wiring diagram for your cart in the above "stickies" called Club Car DS Regen 1999-2002 Wiring . If you have a Regen cart - that diagram should match up.
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Old 09-19-2015, 12:41 PM   #10
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so i recently picked up a 99ds and it worked fine every day for 2 weeks.
then i went on a trip, come back, and its dead in the water
so im looking at the wire diagram and its helpful but i still
don't know what voltages im supposed to see and when.
solenoids both hit and open and close the circuit so i think they are ok
when i apply the go pedal the cart has a slight vibration for maybe a
full second then nothing....like it wants to move then doesn't.

i suspect the speed control is bad but i cant confirm that.
a system description or procedure to confirm my suspicion
is what i need. don't wanna drop 300-400 bucks just to find
out its something else.

Thanks in advance
did I miss something here where does it say 50.7 volts on the pack.

Also could it be the OBC lockout causing the problem? since it was sitting for a period and could cycling the OBC through a charge cycle and then unplugging it reset this and if there is a bad battery would this make it run for a short period and then give us more info.

Sorry to have offended your intelligence
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