G16 upgrade

kadeyoung6 · 10-15-2007, 10:37 PM

Just inherited a '96 G16 electric and it is pretty slow. It was my grandfather's who passed on and gave it to me. I do not know if or when the last time the batteries were replaced(guessing that is what is causing the problem), however the cart is in PERFECT condition as well as the batteries(no corroding what so ever, they look brand new). Could there be any other problems? If I were to have to replace them (currently U.S 2200 batteries) what do I need to do to upgrade to 48V batteries. Do I need to change the speed control, motor, anything else? I am looking to slowly upgrade to a street use cart with as much speed as I can get without loosing too much torque. VERY new to carting and will get some pics up of the progress as it goes. Thanks

roady89 · 10-16-2007, 12:34 PM

To do a 48 volt upgrade you should only need to upgrade the controller, charger and of coarse your batteries. Either add batts or buy 8 volt batts. 48 volts will give you a nice boost in power. I would do a 4 gauge cable upgrade while your doing it but its not mandatory. I would also get a nice H/D 48 volt solenoid to be safe.

If you opt for a controller upgrade Alltrax has computer programmable units. Dont let that fool you into buying one...most people set it and forget it.

kadeyoung6 · 10-16-2007, 02:10 PM

Thanks Roady! My cart runs fine for now, just slow. I am on somewhat of a budget so will be upgrading whatever I can afford. Will the stock motor work if I upgrade to 48V?

roady89 · 10-16-2007, 02:14 PM

Yes it will be fine....until you get tired of it. Which take long once the bug hits.

Sometimes you can get decent finds on used 48 controllers on ebay. Someone may have upgraded their controller.

kadeyoung6 · 10-16-2007, 03:18 PM

What is the best performance(as far as mph and torque) you can get out of 36V batteries? Also what are best bang for your buck controllers and motors for 36V batteries?

roady89 · 10-16-2007, 03:41 PM

IMO the best bang for the buck without having to buy new batts and a controller would be an EMP motor. Give them a call and tell them what you have and what you want and he can re-work your motor for a reasonable price. Ask for Andrea...be sure and tell them BGW sent you.

kadeyoung6 · 10-16-2007, 03:47 PM

Will do! Thanks and sorry for all the stupid questions...I think I need to replace my batteries anyway but think I am going to keep it 36V to stay away from HAVING to replace charger, controllers, exc... Would like to get new batteries and when I can afford it, controller and motor. Pics will be up soon and ill post my progress. Thanks

roady89 · 10-16-2007, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by kadeyoung6

Will do! Thanks and sorry for all the stupid questions...I think I need to replace my batteries anyway but think I am going to keep it 36V to stay away from HAVING to replace charger, controllers, exc... Would like to get new batteries and when I can afford it, controller and motor. Pics will be up soon and ill post my progress. Thanks

There are no stupid questions around here...Ask away. Without buying all that other stuff an EMP motor will definately be the best bang for the buck. You could get the 2 speed option and have the best of both worlds. Be sure and post the results when/if you get a motor.

tungpo1 · 10-16-2007, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roady89

There are no stupid questions around here...Ask away. Without buying all that other stuff an EMP motor will definately be the best bang for the buck. You could get the 2 speed option and have the best of both worlds. Be sure and post the results when/if you get a motor.

Roady is dead on!!!!! that emp will have that cart hummin!!!

10-15-2007, 10:37 PM	#1
kadeyoung6 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 6	G16 upgrade Just inherited a '96 G16 electric and it is pretty slow. It was my grandfather's who passed on and gave it to me. I do not know if or when the last time the batteries were replaced(guessing that is what is causing the problem), however the cart is in PERFECT condition as well as the batteries(no corroding what so ever, they look brand new). Could there be any other problems? If I were to have to replace them (currently U.S 2200 batteries) what do I need to do to upgrade to 48V batteries. Do I need to change the speed control, motor, anything else? I am looking to slowly upgrade to a street use cart with as much speed as I can get without loosing too much torque. VERY new to carting and will get some pics up of the progress as it goes. Thanks
kadeyoung6 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 6

10-16-2007, 12:34 PM	#2
roady89 nimda Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 13,022	Re: G16 upgrade To do a 48 volt upgrade you should only need to upgrade the controller, charger and of coarse your batteries. Either add batts or buy 8 volt batts. 48 volts will give you a nice boost in power. I would do a 4 gauge cable upgrade while your doing it but its not mandatory. I would also get a nice H/D 48 volt solenoid to be safe. If you opt for a controller upgrade Alltrax has computer programmable units. Dont let that fool you into buying one...most people set it and forget it.
roady89 nimda Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 13,022

10-16-2007, 02:10 PM	#3
kadeyoung6 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 6	Re: G16 upgrade Thanks Roady! My cart runs fine for now, just slow. I am on somewhat of a budget so will be upgrading whatever I can afford. Will the stock motor work if I upgrade to 48V?
kadeyoung6 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 6

10-16-2007, 02:14 PM	#4
roady89 nimda Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 13,022	Re: G16 upgrade Yes it will be fine....until you get tired of it. Which take long once the bug hits. Sometimes you can get decent finds on used 48 controllers on ebay. Someone may have upgraded their controller.
roady89 nimda Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 13,022

10-16-2007, 03:18 PM	#5
kadeyoung6 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 6	Re: G16 upgrade What is the best performance(as far as mph and torque) you can get out of 36V batteries? Also what are best bang for your buck controllers and motors for 36V batteries?
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10-16-2007, 03:41 PM	#6
roady89 nimda Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 13,022	Re: G16 upgrade IMO the best bang for the buck without having to buy new batts and a controller would be an EMP motor. Give them a call and tell them what you have and what you want and he can re-work your motor for a reasonable price. Ask for Andrea...be sure and tell them BGW sent you.
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10-16-2007, 03:47 PM	#7
kadeyoung6 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 6	Re: G16 upgrade Will do! Thanks and sorry for all the stupid questions...I think I need to replace my batteries anyway but think I am going to keep it 36V to stay away from HAVING to replace charger, controllers, exc... Would like to get new batteries and when I can afford it, controller and motor. Pics will be up soon and ill post my progress. Thanks
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