Advice needed on rebuilding 2004 Yamaha (gmax?)

CoolTrees · 08-18-2019, 07:22 PM

Hello, I acquired a 2004 Yamaha Limo style gas golf cart. I was told it was parked due to engine trouble (possibly blown). It sat for 7 years untouched and when I opened the backseat the engine was gone. It may be possible to find the engine but I'm not holding my breath. Even if I found the engine its likely to need some major repairs as the previous owner gave up on it. My budget is about $1500 for the complete project to have it completed back in good running condition. I dont need it to go over 20mph, or climb mountains etc... just working in a reliable condition to drive for family time or work projects. I do need it to have reverse due to where I live. My personal experience with small engines is limited to carb work.
Questions:
1. Is it worth fixing or should I run from it as did the previous owner :)
2.What are my options for an engine?
3. Should I buy oem or use this as an opportunity to go with a larger engine for more torque/speed (I remember it being slow when it ran).
4. Any ideas on what I should expect a golf cart repair place to charge to put an engine in it.
5. Is it possible within or close to my budget?
Thank you in advance!

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trentofdestiny · 08-18-2019, 07:26 PM

My vote is for big block conversion kit using Vanguard v twin engine. Only downside there is cost.

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raydhd · 08-18-2019, 07:26 PM

Your whole situation makes the Vegascarts VC 625 IMHO the best option since you have no present engine, a $1500 budget, and a cart that could use the power of an engine swap.You can look at their site for step by step instructions on installing a 625 in a yamaha. It is a pretty easy bolt in.

Field6565 · 08-18-2019, 07:51 PM

Take a look at the Vegas Carts 625 kit. It's pretty much a bolt in install. It'll have plenty of power and it'll be perfect for a limo cart. I think it may be a little more than $1500 but spend the money anyways and get the kit. The ease of just bolting it in is well worth the extra cost.

CoolTrees · 08-18-2019, 08:37 PM

I'll give Vegas carts a call tomorrow and see what my options are. I think the Vanguard option might be out of my reach in both price and ability. Thank you guys for your suggestions!

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cgtech · 08-18-2019, 09:50 PM

If you want to go stock, you can get a brand new motor, with brand new carb from Yamaha for less than $1500. You would need to find the stock airbox, stock clutch, and the stock starter/generator.

raydhd · 08-19-2019, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cgtech

If you want to go stock, you can get a brand new motor, with brand new carb from Yamaha for less than $1500. You would need to find the stock airbox, stock clutch, and the stock starter/generator.

And the exhaust system ?

TheNewGuy · 08-19-2019, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CoolTrees

I'll give Vegas carts a call tomorrow and see what my options are. I think the Vanguard option might be out of my reach in both price and ability. Thank you guys for your suggestions!

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I understand the cost part but the vanguard kits from Cart Parts Plus are bolt in and go! No guess work, everything is included. http://www.cartpartsplus.com/

Another option would be to call Don Plowman, see what he has ready to go as far as Yamaha engines. https://www.plowmanscarts.com/

cgtech · 08-21-2019, 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raydhd

And the exhaust system ?

Yes, I forgot that part.

CoolTrees · 09-22-2019, 10:21 AM

Thank you all for your help and advice. I went with the VC 625 engine.

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08-18-2019, 07:22 PM	#1
CoolTrees Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jun 2019 Posts: 17	Advice needed on rebuilding 2004 Yamaha (gmax?) Hello, I acquired a 2004 Yamaha Limo style gas golf cart. I was told it was parked due to engine trouble (possibly blown). It sat for 7 years untouched and when I opened the backseat the engine was gone. It may be possible to find the engine but I'm not holding my breath. Even if I found the engine its likely to need some major repairs as the previous owner gave up on it. My budget is about $1500 for the complete project to have it completed back in good running condition. I dont need it to go over 20mph, or climb mountains etc... just working in a reliable condition to drive for family time or work projects. I do need it to have reverse due to where I live. My personal experience with small engines is limited to carb work. Questions: 1. Is it worth fixing or should I run from it as did the previous owner :) 2.What are my options for an engine? 3. Should I buy oem or use this as an opportunity to go with a larger engine for more torque/speed (I remember it being slow when it ran). 4. Any ideas on what I should expect a golf cart repair place to charge to put an engine in it. 5. Is it possible within or close to my budget? Thank you in advance! Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk
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08-18-2019, 07:26 PM	#2
trentofdestiny Gone Wild Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Harrisburg, PA Posts: 380	Re: Advice needed on rebuilding 2004 Yamaha (gmax?) My vote is for big block conversion kit using Vanguard v twin engine. Only downside there is cost. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

08-18-2019, 07:26 PM	#3
raydhd VC 460 CLONE GONE WILD Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ray BY The Bay NJ Posts: 10,628	Re: Advice needed on rebuilding 2004 Yamaha (gmax?) Your whole situation makes the Vegascarts VC 625 IMHO the best option since you have no present engine, a $1500 budget, and a cart that could use the power of an engine swap.You can look at their site for step by step instructions on installing a 625 in a yamaha. It is a pretty easy bolt in.

08-18-2019, 07:51 PM	#4
Field6565 Gone Wild Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Pittsburgh Pa Posts: 1,551	Re: Advice needed on rebuilding 2004 Yamaha (gmax?) Take a look at the Vegas Carts 625 kit. It's pretty much a bolt in install. It'll have plenty of power and it'll be perfect for a limo cart. I think it may be a little more than $1500 but spend the money anyways and get the kit. The ease of just bolting it in is well worth the extra cost.

08-18-2019, 08:37 PM	#5
CoolTrees Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jun 2019 Posts: 17	Re: Advice needed on rebuilding 2004 Yamaha (gmax?) I'll give Vegas carts a call tomorrow and see what my options are. I think the Vanguard option might be out of my reach in both price and ability. Thank you guys for your suggestions! Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk
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08-18-2019, 09:50 PM	#6
cgtech Over This Interview Is... Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: AZ Posts: 17,449	Re: Advice needed on rebuilding 2004 Yamaha (gmax?) If you want to go stock, you can get a brand new motor, with brand new carb from Yamaha for less than $1500. You would need to find the stock airbox, stock clutch, and the stock starter/generator.

09-22-2019, 10:21 AM	#10
CoolTrees Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jun 2019 Posts: 17	Re: Advice needed on rebuilding 2004 Yamaha (gmax?) Thank you all for your help and advice. I went with the VC 625 engine. Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk
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