Solenoid question

ron67601 · 03-08-2011, 07:40 PM

I have an Alltrax NPX400 controller installed with 4 gauge wire. Is a stock FNR switch and solenoid ok or do I need to go heavy duty?

scottyb · 03-08-2011, 08:26 PM

The manufacture says NPX controllers are stock replacement controllers. They are not meant for upgraded suspension and larger wheels & tires. So a stock controller should go good with a stock f&R and solenoid.

From the manufacture's website...

The NPX product line are Non-Programmable Controllers used with SERIES
Wound Motors, (Field and Armature are in seeries). These units are
designed specifically for factory equipped golf cars.

These units are designed for OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) stock
replacement controllers for stock cars with stock motors only. With a peak
current rating they are not designed for lifted or high performance vehicles.

ron67601 · 03-08-2011, 10:18 PM

Thanks Scotty, would I benefit any upgrading those components or just leave well enough alone? I was also thinking about my motor at the end of the year, can I upgrade it without problems? If I can what could I go with or would I be better just to go through the current motor?

wizardket · 03-08-2011, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ron67601

Thanks Scotty, would I benefit any upgrading those components or just leave well enough alone? I was also thinking about my motor at the end of the year, can I upgrade it without problems? If I can what could I go with or would I be better just to go through the current motor?

Ask that question around this crowd? Yes, upgrade! Bigger control, bigger wire, HD F&R, HD Solenoid, more voltage

. The Motor is an upgrade after the others. You can have yours upgraded for around $225 or buy a new one that really kicks for around $650. It is just money but you got to spend it on something, right?

ron67601 · 03-10-2011, 08:22 AM

If I wanted to upgrade my solenoid what would be the specs that I would go to? And what is a good solenoid to buy?

madoc1 · 03-10-2011, 08:40 AM

many people use the white-rodgers heavy duty 36v solenoid. it's about $65 and most sponsors should have it.

Golfdog · 03-10-2011, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ron67601

If I wanted to upgrade my solenoid what would be the specs that I would go to? And what is a good solenoid to buy?

Check out Alltrax web site at www.alltraxinc.com look at Document Depo there is an article on solenoids etc. usefull info

03-08-2011, 07:40 PM	#1
ron67601 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 53	Solenoid question I have an Alltrax NPX400 controller installed with 4 gauge wire. Is a stock FNR switch and solenoid ok or do I need to go heavy duty?
ron67601 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 53

03-08-2011, 08:26 PM	#2
scottyb Happy Carting Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 73,419	Re: Solenoid question The manufacture says NPX controllers are stock replacement controllers. They are not meant for upgraded suspension and larger wheels & tires. So a stock controller should go good with a stock f&R and solenoid. From the manufacture's website... The NPX product line are Non-Programmable Controllers used with SERIES Wound Motors, (Field and Armature are in seeries). These units are designed specifically for factory equipped golf cars. These units are designed for OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) stock replacement controllers for stock cars with stock motors only. With a peak current rating they are not designed for lifted or high performance vehicles.

03-08-2011, 10:18 PM	#3
ron67601 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 53	Re: Solenoid question Thanks Scotty, would I benefit any upgrading those components or just leave well enough alone? I was also thinking about my motor at the end of the year, can I upgrade it without problems? If I can what could I go with or would I be better just to go through the current motor?
ron67601 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 53

03-10-2011, 08:22 AM	#5
ron67601 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 53	Re: Solenoid question If I wanted to upgrade my solenoid what would be the specs that I would go to? And what is a good solenoid to buy?
ron67601 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 53

03-10-2011, 08:40 AM	#6
madoc1 no clue Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: spicewood, texas Posts: 3,308	Re: Solenoid question many people use the white-rodgers heavy duty 36v solenoid. it's about $65 and most sponsors should have it.

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