First Electric cart and need some advice PLZ

tttttski · 04-30-2012, 08:09 PM

I just purchased a 1997 txt 36v, manufacture code L2097 with a lift and bigger tires. Not much power so i tested the batteries and found one only reading 4.0v and the others were 6.32v after a full charge and all cells had the right amount of water. I am going to purchase 6 new batteries. From what i have read I guess i have a DCS system and this is not good? I am condidering upgrading my controller to a 400a. Given my set up, what do i need to upgrade this cart. I will have passengers and be in somewhat hill terrain. thank you for any help.

Schunter · 04-30-2012, 08:15 PM

tttttski · 04-30-2012, 08:55 PM

Thx! Nice buck!

LostHusker · 04-30-2012, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by tttttski

I just purchased a 1997 txt 36v, manufacture code L2097 with a lift and bigger tires. Not much power so i tested the batteries and found one only reading 4.0v and the others were 6.32v after a full charge and all cells had the right amount of water. I am going to purchase 6 new batteries. From what i have read I guess i have a DCS system and this is not good? I am condidering upgrading my controller to a 400a. Given my set up, what do i need to upgrade this cart. I will have passengers and be in somewhat hill terrain. thank you for any help.

Welcome !!!!

You will need solenoid, fuse, diode, cables, controller, check with Scottyb he has package deals that he can set you up with.

yurtle · 05-01-2012, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by tttttski

I just purchased a 1997 txt 36v, manufacture code L2097 with a lift and bigger tires. Not much power so i tested the batteries and found one only reading 4.0v and the others were 6.32v after a full charge and all cells had the right amount of water. I am going to purchase 6 new batteries. From what i have read I guess i have a DCS system and this is not good? I am condidering upgrading my controller to a 400a. Given my set up, what do i need to upgrade this cart. I will have passengers and be in somewhat hill terrain. thank you for any help.

6.32 volts isn't horrible, however, we don't know what "after a full charge" means. Is this after it sits for half a day, or immediately after the charger turns off?

How old are the batteries? Some have replaced a single bad battery with a used one of similar performance.

You're gonna pay a lot for upgrades, so any deferred expenses may be good. On the other hand, if cash ain't a problem, go all new.

tttttski · 05-01-2012, 07:52 AM

"after a full charge" is right after I unplugged the charger. could not find a date anywhere on the batteries. They are a Trojan T-605 battery. I would much rather just change one, but the cart loses power within 10minutes of riding after a full charge. I would like to upgrade to a bigger controller to handle passengers and possible hills. Thanks for the help so far, i am new to all this!

rib33024 · 05-01-2012, 10:02 AM

check here ScottyB will fix you up

http://www.cartsunlimited.net/Custom_Options.html

Ezgo DCS Carts ...... This is a big Torque producer
Pkg. #505DCS
400amp Alltrax (DCX400) 36-48v programmable
200a continuous/800a peak Solenoid in 36 or 48 volt
Suitable for all around use with stock motor and up to 22" tires
Speed increase up to 20 mph on stock tires. Reg $549 ............................... Sale price $480

Pkg. #606DCS
500amp Alltrax (DCX500) 36 - 48v programmable
200a Super Duty 1000a peak Solenoid Kit w/ Mounting Bracket
Suitable for aftermarket motor applications Reg $785 .................................... Sale price $675

scottyb · 05-01-2012, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tttttski

"after a full charge" is right after I unplugged the charger. could not find a date anywhere on the batteries. They are a Trojan T-605 battery. I would much rather just change one, but the cart loses power within 10minutes of riding after a full charge. I would like to upgrade to a bigger controller to handle passengers and possible hills. Thanks for the help so far, i am new to all this!

Trojan batteries have a date code stamped into the base of the Negative post. Make sure you have a solid pack before you upgrade. Upgrades allow the motor to access MORE amperage, if the pack can't deliver you will be disappointed. DCS carts are relatively inexpensive to upgrade.
Your batteries should provide 100 minutes of 'normal' run time.

yurtle · 05-01-2012, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tttttski

"after a full charge" is right after I unplugged the charger. could not find a date anywhere on the batteries. They are a Trojan T-605 battery. I would much rather just change one, but the cart loses power within 10minutes of riding after a full charge. I would like to upgrade to a bigger controller to handle passengers and possible hills. Thanks for the help so far, i am new to all this!

What are you reading on each battery after it has sat for 12 hours after the charger has finished.

04-30-2012, 08:09 PM	#1
tttttski Not Yet Wild Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 3	First Electric cart and need some advice PLZ I just purchased a 1997 txt 36v, manufacture code L2097 with a lift and bigger tires. Not much power so i tested the batteries and found one only reading 4.0v and the others were 6.32v after a full charge and all cells had the right amount of water. I am going to purchase 6 new batteries. From what i have read I guess i have a DCS system and this is not good? I am condidering upgrading my controller to a 400a. Given my set up, what do i need to upgrade this cart. I will have passengers and be in somewhat hill terrain. thank you for any help.
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tttttski Not Yet Wild Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 3	Re: First Electric cart and need some advice PLZ Thx! Nice buck!
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05-01-2012, 07:52 AM	#6
tttttski Not Yet Wild Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 3	Re: First Electric cart and need some advice PLZ "after a full charge" is right after I unplugged the charger. could not find a date anywhere on the batteries. They are a Trojan T-605 battery. I would much rather just change one, but the cart loses power within 10minutes of riding after a full charge. I would like to upgrade to a bigger controller to handle passengers and possible hills. Thanks for the help so far, i am new to all this!
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05-01-2012, 10:02 AM	#7
rib33024 ...................... Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: FT Lauderdale FL. Posts: 16,416	Re: First Electric cart and need some advice PLZ check here ScottyB will fix you up http://www.cartsunlimited.net/Custom_Options.html Ezgo DCS Carts ...... This is a big Torque producer Pkg. #505DCS 400amp Alltrax (DCX400) 36-48v programmable 200a continuous/800a peak Solenoid in 36 or 48 volt Suitable for all around use with stock motor and up to 22" tires Speed increase up to 20 mph on stock tires. Reg $549 ............................... Sale price $480 Pkg. #606DCS 500amp Alltrax (DCX500) 36 - 48v programmable 200a Super Duty 1000a peak Solenoid Kit w/ Mounting Bracket Suitable for aftermarket motor applications Reg $785 .................................... Sale price $675

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