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12-25-2012, 06:43 PM
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Not Yet Wild
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Location: Vischer Ferry, NY
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Old unusual Yamaha G1, need info
A friend gave me an old Yamaha G1 that was in a barn for many years (see page howmuchsnow.com/golfcart)
It doesn't have the serial number on the back square frame. It does have serial numbers stamped on the frame behind the air filter, on the engine block, and on a dashboard placard. The number ("07w0-2B-18") doesn't match any of the yamaha year numbers I believe it is 1979-1981 because: 1) two separate square faced starter solenoids, 2) chrome bumpers, 3) front cowl metal plates below cup holders. But the brakes are totally different. They are very similar to 1970 yamaha motorcycle brakes. Does anyone have photos of a 1979 engine that I can compare features? I see Yamaha started G1 manufacturing in 1978, but I only see manuals for 1979> Is there such a thing as a 1978 G1? |
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12-26-2012, 09:42 AM
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Sometime's............
 Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Tacoma Washington
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Re: Old unusual Yamaha G1, need info
I saw 1 prototype that was a 1978. Overall the same as a 79/80, but with several differances. When you get a few more posts, add some pictures.
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12-26-2012, 06:45 PM
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Not Yet Wild
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Re: Old unusual Yamaha G1, need info
I put some photos in my Yamaha G1 Project Album, I assume other buggiesgond wild users can see it?
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12-26-2012, 07:08 PM
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Sometime's............
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Re: Old unusual Yamaha G1, need info
Yes sir, you have one of the very first "prototype" Yamaha golf cars to come into the USA
 Because of the splined/hub style axle, if the brake linings are bad, I would take it to a brake/clutch shop and have new linings glued on. It would much easier and less expensive than changing out axle tubes/axles/backing plates extra. Other components should be close to a 1979 model. That looks like one clean acr |
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12-26-2012, 10:46 PM
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Not Yet Wild
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Vischer Ferry, NY
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Re: Old unusual Yamaha G1, need info
Have you ever seen serial numbers stamped in the frame behind the air cleaner and on the engine block?
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12-27-2012, 05:41 AM
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I Refuse To Get Stuck!!!
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Hilton,NY
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Re: Old unusual Yamaha G1, need info
There is a Golf-Cart Junk-Yard in Bath,Ny.I think its' Walshs',He has stuff there.You might find a deal on an axle.I'll check with my Dad,he had a G1-rear,not sure if it was complete with brakes or not,but I'll find out.Are you Down-State(Albany or South?).I'm near Rochester.
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12-27-2012, 01:00 PM
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Not Yet Wild
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Vischer Ferry, NY
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Re: Old unusual Yamaha G1, need info
I got the brake shoes relined at Becker & Sons in Menands NY (Near Albany). Not too many places do it any more. The brakes now work fine.
That's good to know about Walsh Repairs in Bath NY. This first cart has been so much fun, I think I'll look for another to play with :-) |
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12-27-2012, 03:58 PM
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Gone Wild
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Ohio
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Re: Old unusual Yamaha G1, need info
Careful they are habit forming
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