![]() |
![]() | #1 |
Not Yet Wild ![]() Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Stony Plain, AB Canada
Posts: 18
| ![]() Hello, New to the forum and carts. Sorry for my ignorance. I received this 1978 DE-3 cart with no idea if it runs or not. Someone had installed 3 12V batteries into the front assuming to make 36V but I am unsure if they ever had it running as I tested the batteries and there is clicking when operating the pedal but no movement, I disconnected and jumped power to the motor to ensure it operates and it spins freely. I am just lost Here is image of what I have going on. I have read the best is to use 6 - 6V batteries but before I get to deep into spending I would like to just make sure it is going to work. Any help would be greatly appreciated! |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | |
![]() __________________ This advertising will not be shown in this way to registered members. Register your free account today and become a member on Buggies Gone Wild Golf Cart Forum | |
![]() | #2 |
Dazed & Confused ![]() ![]() Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Z-HELLS FL
Posts: 14,316
| ![]() motor test ![]() WARNING you don't want to make a big spark anywhere near the battery. note : use 2 wrenches on motor studs to keep them from spinning |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | #3 |
Not Yet Wild ![]() Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Stony Plain, AB Canada
Posts: 18
| ![]() Thank you but I already jumped and tested the motor and it spins great. |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | #4 |
Dazed & Confused ![]() ![]() Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Z-HELLS FL
Posts: 14,316
| ![]() ok ... did you check each solenoid ? |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | #5 |
Not Yet Wild ![]() Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Stony Plain, AB Canada
Posts: 18
| ![]() Not yet, I will do that next. Does the way they have the 3 batteries connected look correct? Thank you for the help! |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | #6 |
Dazed & Confused ![]() ![]() Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Z-HELLS FL
Posts: 14,316
| ![]() not really but i wold have to see cart wiring here is another diagram for your year it only shows front batteries ![]() ![]() |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | #7 |
Not Yet Wild ![]() Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Stony Plain, AB Canada
Posts: 18
| ![]() Ok I'll try wiring the three batteries that way Appreciate it! |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | #8 |
Not Yet Wild ![]() Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Stony Plain, AB Canada
Posts: 18
| ![]() Found problem with B and C Solenoids so I picked up a couple from Auto parts store locally. However the runs for a bit then quits and you have to let it cool off for a minute or so then will drive again. Parts store said they were continuous duty solenoids but do I need to buy special ones from cart parts supplier? Are they something special? Thanks for all the help. |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | #9 |
Dazed & Confused ![]() ![]() Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Z-HELLS FL
Posts: 14,316
| ![]() not really but you my need heavy duty ones i would check your motor temp when it stops also it might be a good idea to clean motor and inspect the brushes |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() | #10 |
Not Yet Wild ![]() Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Stony Plain, AB Canada
Posts: 18
| ![]() OK thanks, I'll go through the motor. And maybe just buy the solenoids from a Cart parts source. |
![]() | ![]() |
![]() |
|
Thread Tools | |
Display Modes | |
|
![]() | ||||
Thread | Forum | |||
Help with wiring a harley 3 wire ignition | Electric EZGO | |||
Batteries and wiring | Electric EZGO | |||
Help with wiring new batteries | Electric Club Car | |||
need help wiring batteries | Electric EZGO | |||
I need a Harley wiring diagram | Electric golf carts |