05-08-2016, 09:39 PM | #1 |
Gone Wild
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New cart.
Finially was able to pick up my cart this weekend. I think it was a 96 or 97 ezgo series cart. Will have to look at serial #again to confirm, I don't remember.
Now to lift, decide 4" blocks or 6" drop axle. 20 or 22" tires. AnD can I get away with just a plum quick motor or do I need to do a controller too or both? And upgraded cables. What would just a 400 amp controller do for me? And I tried to load a pic. I'm not sure if it's my Internet running slow or the site or a combination of both. It's just sitting there when I try to upload. |
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05-08-2016, 11:20 PM | #2 |
Gone Wild
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Re: New cart.
It's a 1996
Bateries date code makes them 7 years old. Charger won't even kick on. First thing get new batteries. |
05-09-2016, 06:21 AM | #3 |
Gone Wild
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Re: New cart.
Looks like a good start. In my opinion, first thing to do besides batteries would be the controller. (Make sure the controller can handle 36-48 volts) That will give you more torque right away. You can up grade speed later with a new charger and more batteries.
If you don't plan to add batteries later and you want speed, then I sappose Raptor motor is the answer. (From what I hear) |
05-09-2016, 06:25 AM | #4 |
Master of All Things
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Re: New cart.
IF you plan on building a cart that will last (be dependable/reliable) and you plan on lifting it and running large tires, what you will need to do is this.....
New upgraded controller (either a 400 or 500 will most likely do) New HD F&R Switch New High Current Cables (either 4 or 2 ga.) New SD Solenoid considering you cart is a Series Drive.....remember it will NOT get any faster.....unless you plan in either upgrading to 48v.....or a new aftermarket motor, or BOTH. |
05-09-2016, 08:32 AM | #5 | |
Gone Wild
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Re: New cart.
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Thanks for the solid advice. I'm thinking I want a bullet proof neighborhood cruiser and something we can take to the farm to ride around the fields and woods on, then I can use to ride into the woods to hunt from. It will end up with a rear seat flip kit and down the road some HD springs. But sounds like I need to do a controller/solonoid first as well as the other mods. |
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05-09-2016, 09:07 AM | #6 | |
Master of All Things
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Re: New cart.
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as far as the controller/solenoid....go to cartsunlimited as they have a package with has both together, and will save you some cash.....AND when you do the controller/solenoid, its best to do the cables at the same time, otherwise you will not get the desired results. here is a link directly to the pages you need. BTW.....they are also a sight sponsors as well. Controller/solenoid http://www.cartsunlimited.net/series-controllers.html Cables http://www.cartsunlimited.net/battery-cable-sets.html |
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05-09-2016, 09:11 AM | #7 |
Happy Carting
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Re: New cart.
I want a bullet proof neighborhood cruiser and something we can take to the farm to ride around the fields and woods on, then I can use to ride into the woods to hunt from.
For Ezgo series 1990s cart use Alltrax SPM500 or SR500 amp control, 400a soelnoid. 2g cable set. HD F&R or better SW202 reversing contactor kit. And 6/8v batteries & DPI charger for the best results. A 400a control is a flow restriction not suited for aftermarket motors. Do not go too big on tire size, 22s are all that are needed. More height just reduces torque more. I hope this helps |
05-09-2016, 09:39 AM | #8 | |
Gone Wild
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Re: New cart.
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I was going to call him and chat about what I needed for my applications when I plan on pulling the trigger. |
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05-09-2016, 09:40 AM | #9 | |
Gone Wild
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Re: New cart.
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05-09-2016, 12:28 PM | #10 |
Gone Wild
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Re: New cart.
Since I am buying new batteries anyway. What would a speed increase be by going with 7-6v batteries?
And with 7 batteries I would obviously need a new charger day one and does the controller have to be swapped day one? |