Choosing the right cart?

dblp_tank

I am new to this site but love it already and am amazed by all the stuff that I have learned already! Anyways im looking to purchase a cart and would pefer gas no offense to anyone, but would like to put a 4-6 inch lift on it. Its gonna be mainly used for hunting and doing work on my hunting ground. I would like to stay under $600 for the cost of the cart. I was just wondering what year and brand would be the easiest and cheapiest to do that to? Also what cart would give me the most power or I should say go the fastest stock? Thanks everybody for putting together a GREAT site!

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chuddly

for a running cart you are going to have to do some shopping for $600. And its probly going to have to be an old one. I was kind of in the same boat and i got a 84 yamaha G1. They are a 2 stroke motor and are pretty good on power.

dblp_tank

Ya I am actually wanting an older one just cause the fact that with an older one I wouldnt be mad if it got scratched or something broke on it. Ive been doing alot of reading on this site and they say parts and things are easier to find and get on ezgo's how was it doing things and getting parts for your yamaha? Also how difficult was it to lift?

Newest Obsession

I recommend waiting and saving up and buy a cart already lifted with mods. Every penny you spend lifting and modifing is money you will never see again. You can buy a cart already lifted for much less than you can build one. I learned this the hard way.

TEXASFISHINGMAFIA

I would strongly advise you to get a good quality buggy for your intended purpose. One of the things i learned to be very important is reliability when you really need it and a cart that's tough enough to take it. I just purchsed a 2011 ez-go sport st 2+2 with the 13 hp. Kawasaki motor and it runs great. Drive a few different carts before you make a choice. You aren't going to get anything for 600 but a major headache that someone else has already tampered with and well........i've been there, done that and got my tee-shirt. Do some parts cost research. It can cost many thousands to restore an older buggy when you can buy a good one for 4-7k that is ready to go. It's up to you...just wanted to chime because i've cost myself some bald spots messing with old stuff. You have to want that as a hobby....not a means to the deer lease.

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Dale M

If it helps you at all, I know Club Car has an aluminum frame. That's good and bad. For one it's harder to repair or modify since welding aluminum is a bit tricky. The good thing is it doesn't rust out. For me, that's good. The only mods I have planned are bolt on.

rokcrlr

Ok guys , quit ragging on the old carts. I bought a 88 EZGO a year ago for $400, put the cheap $100 lift on it, some used ATV tires on Douglas wheels. I have less than 700 in it and it goes anywhere i'm brave enough to take it. Theres nothing wrong with an older cart if you don't mind the 2 cycle. To each his own,But if the guys on a budget and doesn't get in a hurry he will do fine.If he can find a cart for 600 or less he should be good for around 1200.He's not going to get a lifted cart for that Not everyone thinks they have tio have the newest cart in the woods. If he live close I have a 1991 Yamaha he could have for 600. But that just a one time offer

Mike Mac

i have $2300. in mine! If your machanically able, you will do fine. Read a while on here to learn what to look for.

Good luck!

madoc1

i would go with an ez electric for stealth. or gas , what ever. parts are cheapest for ez. yes you can buy one built, but what is the fun in that? this forum is hooter and if you buy built you will not stop by much. just saying.

TEXASFISHINGMAFIA

Madoc1, i don't agree with you 100% on that one. I bought built this time (semi.....will add to it) and it was just a matter of circumstances. I can and will stay on this site, builder or buyer....because of the people. Good folks.