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Old 09-19-2011, 12:18 PM   #1
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Default Solenoid getting hot

I have a 94 EZGO electric that has new batteries and all new wires, the F/R lugs have also been changed. The cart runs but after it runs for a little while it quits, when i looked under the seat the solenoid is to hot to touch. After it cools it will run again, but then does the same thing. Any suggestions?
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Old 09-20-2011, 02:01 AM   #2
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Default Re: Solenoid getting hot

If the solenoid is getting too hot to touch, the contacts are brunt or pitted. Replace the solenoid.
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Old 09-20-2011, 05:06 AM   #3
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Did that still doing the same thing.
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Old 09-20-2011, 08:38 AM   #4
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Default Re: Solenoid getting hot

Are you using an auto parts store solenoid? They will not work for golf carts!
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Old 09-20-2011, 08:47 AM   #5
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No. Im getting them from an ezgo dealer
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Old 09-20-2011, 08:57 AM   #6
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Default Re: Solenoid getting hot

does your cart have a tow/run switch under the seat, on the controller cover??
does the cart look like a marathon, or a TXT cart
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Old 09-20-2011, 09:13 AM   #7
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No run tow switch
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Old 09-20-2011, 09:20 AM   #8
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Default Re: Solenoid getting hot

If the solenoid is getting too hot to touch, either an abnormal resistance exists between the contacts or an abnormally high current is flowing through them.
A stock solenoid may not have the ampacity needed if your cart has been modified.

The other symptom mentioned (Edited version below) may be the controller going into a thermal shutdown.
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The cart runs but after it runs for a little while it quits....................... After it cools it will run again, but then does the same thing.
What controller are you using?
What size tires are you using?
How many passengers?
What type terrain are you driving on? (Hills/flat On-road/Off-road)
What type of driving are you doing? (Fast/Slow/Creep)

Golf carts, especially older ones, were designed to carry two golfers and two sets of golf clubs over fairly level terrain on 18" tire at WOT most of the time.
Stray very far from those parameters and you'll have to upgrade the drive system (Controller, Solenoid, F/R Switch, Cables and Motor) to handle the increased demands on it.

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Old 09-20-2011, 09:22 AM   #9
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What cables do you have on the cart, 6ga - 4ga how old are the cables, have you made sure all cables are tight and clean??
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Old 09-20-2011, 09:26 AM   #10
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The new wires are delivering more amperage, especially if the new wires are bigger? (you didn't say?)

Anyway try a higher rated solenoid.
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