EZGO Shocks

Razo · 10-19-2011, 06:49 PM

Hi All,
Just wondering, what is the best test to tell if my shocks need replacing.
They are not leaking but it is a little rough driving on the course. Not sure whether it is the springs or the shocks.
Thanks

Coltf1991 · 10-19-2011, 06:54 PM

Shocks on am ezgo are more of a dampner not a ride quality changer. Check your springs they cod be sagging. Give more information about the cart.

Razo · 10-19-2011, 07:03 PM

Thanks ColtF
The cart is a 94 Medalist 36v in reasonable condition. I have 10" mag wheels with medium to low profile tyres. I have owned the cart for 2 years, so I don't know if the shocks have ever been changed. I do have a new set of shocks but apparently it is a bit of a chore to change them out. I just don't know whether it is the shocks or is the problem really the leaf springs.
Thanks

Coltf1991 · 10-19-2011, 07:12 PM

It can be a chore if they are rusted on there. If you have them why not change them. But in all reality golf carts are not cadillacs.

I mean if you have the factory leafs in there, chances are they are worn excessively. HD springs are goin to be an even stiffer ride so I would suggest pulling a spring and look at them. If you refer to my build thread you can see my old vs new(mine is only a 2002) and you will see what I mean.

Razo · 10-19-2011, 07:19 PM

Thanks again ColtF
I will pull out one of the springs.

twp5253 · 10-20-2011, 12:41 PM

For me, the shocks in the rear look to be very difficult to remove. Getting to the top nut is very hard as the body is in the way. I would want to have a wrench that has a 12 point closed end ratchet device....I did not have that at my river house....I wonder what size that nut is?

LostHusker · 10-20-2011, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twp5253

For me, the shocks in the rear look to be very difficult to remove. Getting to the top nut is very hard as the body is in the way. I would want to have a wrench that has a 12 point closed end ratchet device....I did not have that at my river house....I wonder what size that nut is?

Should be 9/16", spray some PB blaster on those nuts and bolts on those shocks that will smooth things out.

twp5253 · 10-20-2011, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LostHusker

Should be 9/16", spray some PB blaster on those nuts and bolts on those shocks that will smooth things out.

For the top ones, it was more a matter of getting access to the nut and therefore I recommend a closed end wrachet wrench for the job....I will try and remember to take out my 9/16 wrachet wrench next time for that chore. Thank you.

Razo · 10-20-2011, 05:51 PM

Thanks everyone for your input. As I had a set of shocks already, I changed out the front last night. Due to advice I read on this website it only took 40 minutes for both. Fortunately the old units were due for replacement and the ride has improved. I will also look at the springs as well.
Thanks again

Coltf1991 · 10-20-2011, 08:34 PM

Glad to hear it Razo.

10-19-2011, 06:49 PM	#1
Razo Not Yet Wild Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Darwin, Australia Posts: 68	EZGO Shocks Hi All, Just wondering, what is the best test to tell if my shocks need replacing. They are not leaking but it is a little rough driving on the course. Not sure whether it is the springs or the shocks. Thanks

10-19-2011, 06:54 PM	#2
Coltf1991 Gone Wild Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,901	Re: EZGO Shocks Shocks on am ezgo are more of a dampner not a ride quality changer. Check your springs they cod be sagging. Give more information about the cart.

10-19-2011, 07:03 PM	#3
Razo Not Yet Wild Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Darwin, Australia Posts: 68	Re: EZGO Shocks Thanks ColtF The cart is a 94 Medalist 36v in reasonable condition. I have 10" mag wheels with medium to low profile tyres. I have owned the cart for 2 years, so I don't know if the shocks have ever been changed. I do have a new set of shocks but apparently it is a bit of a chore to change them out. I just don't know whether it is the shocks or is the problem really the leaf springs. Thanks

10-19-2011, 07:12 PM	#4
Coltf1991 Gone Wild Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,901	Re: EZGO Shocks It can be a chore if they are rusted on there. If you have them why not change them. But in all reality golf carts are not cadillacs. I mean if you have the factory leafs in there, chances are they are worn excessively. HD springs are goin to be an even stiffer ride so I would suggest pulling a spring and look at them. If you refer to my build thread you can see my old vs new(mine is only a 2002) and you will see what I mean.

10-19-2011, 07:19 PM	#5
Razo Not Yet Wild Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Darwin, Australia Posts: 68	Re: EZGO Shocks Thanks again ColtF I will pull out one of the springs.

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10-20-2011, 12:41 PM	#6
twp5253 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 38	Re: EZGO Shocks For me, the shocks in the rear look to be very difficult to remove. Getting to the top nut is very hard as the body is in the way. I would want to have a wrench that has a 12 point closed end ratchet device....I did not have that at my river house....I wonder what size that nut is?

10-20-2011, 05:51 PM	#9
Razo Not Yet Wild Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Darwin, Australia Posts: 68	Re: EZGO Shocks Thanks everyone for your input. As I had a set of shocks already, I changed out the front last night. Due to advice I read on this website it only took 40 minutes for both. Fortunately the old units were due for replacement and the ride has improved. I will also look at the springs as well. Thanks again

10-20-2011, 08:34 PM	#10
Coltf1991 Gone Wild Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,901	Re: EZGO Shocks Glad to hear it Razo.

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