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Old 07-19-2011, 10:06 PM   #1
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The controller in my 95 medalist has gone bad. Since I will have to replace it I am considering upgrading to 400amps. The cart has a stock motor, is lifted, and has 20 inch tires. Also Just recently put on new 4ga. wires. I do not want to upgrade the motor (not looking to increase speed but a little more torque would be helpful). Any ideas on which brand/model number will work best for this cart? The bad controller is a ez-go 4 terminal with a 5 prong plug in. It seems to be somewhat small when compared to the dimensions of some of the 400amp controllers I have seen online. Is there one that will fit the medalist?
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Old 07-19-2011, 10:17 PM   #2
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Contact ScottyB from Carts Unlimited, he is a site sponsor and a very helpful person. I would say use an Alltrax 400 AMP and I know he has all the diagrams to assist you in setting it up.
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Old 07-19-2011, 11:16 PM   #3
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AND ! We now have the new generation Alltrax controllers. Check this out the new SPM400 has a continuous output rating comparable to the old AXE500.. Introductory price is $429
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Old 07-20-2011, 09:37 AM   #4
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Contact ScottyB from Carts Unlimited, he is a site sponsor and a very helpful person. I would say use an Alltrax 400 AMP and I know he has all the diagrams to assist you in setting it up.


have to 2nd that....................i just did my upgrade this past week with scottys parts and directions and he makes it idiot proof..................had it done in a day with several stops along the way and all is good now.........i did a C.C. ds 1997 36 volt single soleniod resistor cart with V-glide to a 48 volt with 400 amp alltrax and pb 16 pot box with his cables also............and with his cables being #,rd and direction sheet theres no going wrong...............hardest and longest part for me was where and how i wanted to mount the potbox and getting the acell. rod bent the right way.........you can,t go wrong when someone spells it out for you like your a toddler....................lol.................... ...
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Old 07-20-2011, 12:29 PM   #5
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Thanks for all the input guys. What about the solenoid? Will the stock one work or will I need a different one?
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Old 07-20-2011, 02:08 PM   #6
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Your stock solenoid is rated 70 - 100 amps continuous. The HD unit included in the basic Ezgo Series Pkg #101 is a 200amp continuous/800amp peak unit.
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Old 07-20-2011, 04:36 PM   #7
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AND ! We now have the new generation Alltrax controllers. Check this out the new SPM400 has a continuous output rating comparable to the old AXE500.. Introductory price is $429
That is not a bad price there..,What are the new 500 amp. going for?
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Old 07-20-2011, 05:59 PM   #8
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That new 500 amp SPM control is going for $499 and Free Shipping (limited time offer.)
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Old 07-21-2011, 12:56 PM   #9
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There is a distributor Flentek Solutions that has a 1221B-4801 that has a adapter harness that is a 600A controller for that cart that is listed as a lifted cart drop in package. They also have a 1204S-5401 that is a 450A version for a performance upgrade package. What is nice is that they come with harness and mounting hardware, just plug in and your off
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Old 07-21-2011, 08:37 PM   #10
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Not to hijack the thread....... but Scotty -- My wife is gonna be calling you..... It's my "Birthday" and my cart is set to "show" (6" lift, 23" tires, new rims, custom paint) -- now I need it to GO........... I'll look your site over and see what I "think" I need and then send her your way....... If you can make the install "idiot proof" that's PERFECT!
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