G29 2016 one front shocks--Bad?

[DDNorCal]

Hi all!

Still working on the ride quality. New 10" wheels and 205/65-10 tires have improved it quite a bit. Still looking for a bit more comfort.

RE: Front shocks

Leaning and pushing hard on the body, on the drivers-side I can make it move a few inches but it squeaks.

On the passenger side, I cannot get it to move, almost nothing.

Which one appears to be proper?

The front ride quality still seems a bit jarring. And yes, still experimenting with the amount of air pressure.

This cart was a lease return with a complete dealer refurb. He told me he did not replace the shocks. At 6+ years and probably a lot of miles, should I be looking at replacing?

[slonomo]

If standing on the front bumper (if possible) you should get equal movement from both front shocks. Stock shocks are not stiff at all, you should get a couple inches or so of movement. If you aren't getting movement, then something isn't right, or a shock or two have been changed to something stiffer. Hard to tell you without any photos etc.

[Cartmaster]

Take off both front shocks and drive the cart. If it feels a softer ride, you have either a bent or locked up shock. When removed, you should be able to compress them by hand with some resistance.

[DDNorCal]

[QUOTE=Cartmaster;1891701]Take off both front shocks and drive the cart. If it feels a softer ride, you have either a bent or locked up shock. When removed, you should be able to compress them by hand with some resistance.[/QUOTE

Thx but I don’t think that is even possible?? The shocks are coil-over like a strut plus they connect to the steering linkage.

[Cartmaster]

No problem. I don't know those carts. I just assumed they were shock absorbers not coilovers lol. Maybe one is bent or seized though?

[DDNorCal]

Originally Posted by Cartmaster

No problem. I don't know those carts. I just assumed they were shock absorbers not coilovers lol. Maybe one is bent or seized though?

No worries. Yes, I thinking the same thing. Should have order before our holiday. I’ll get on it on Tuesday.

[DDNorCal]

Originally Posted by slonomo

If standing on the front bumper (if possible) you should get equal movement from both front shocks. Stock shocks are not stiff at all, you should get a couple inches or so of movement. If you aren't getting movement, then something isn't right, or a shock or two have been changed to something stiffer. Hard to tell you without any photos etc.

Thx for the reply. Yeah, I could just replace both front shocks. However, I am pretty convinced my ride problem is shock load, due to the batteries being replaced by lithium. I am reviewing air shocks or similar. Know anything about these? How does one even begin to assess?

The rears should not be too much trouble but the front struts have that specialized bracket to the wheel hub and all of that. Is something available over the counter for that or would it require custom parts?
Thx DD

[slonomo]

Originally Posted by DDNorCal

Thx for the reply. Yeah, I could just replace both front shocks. However, I am pretty convinced my ride problem is shock load, due to the batteries being replaced by lithium. I am reviewing air shocks or similar. Know anything about these? How does one even begin to assess?

The rears should not be too much trouble but the front struts have that specialized bracket to the wheel hub and all of that. Is something available over the counter for that or would it require custom parts?
Thx DD

I've never seen any air ride conversion kits. I've tried some different air shocks over the years, they all ride stiff IMO unless you don't pump them up, then you don't get the ride height. Some places sell springs for coil overs and struts, that might be an option.

Have you tried Plowman's Carts? Don Plowman has been working on Yamaha carts for years and years, he's the resident expert. Look on the "Site Sponsors" page.

[DDNorCal]

Originally Posted by slonomo

I've never seen any air ride conversion kits. I've tried some different air shocks over the years, they all ride stiff IMO unless you don't pump them up, then you don't get the ride height. Some places sell springs for coil overs and struts, that might be an option.

Have you tried Plowman's Carts? Don Plowman has been working on Yamaha carts for years and years, he's the resident expert. Look on the "Site Sponsors" page.

Thx for the reply. I talked with Don the other day on the phone. He didn’t really have a good solution. We chatted for awhile and he asked good questions, etc. He clearly knows his stuff. I think the only solution would be to figure out how to add about 200 lbs to the cart to bring the load closer to normal. Im thinking of selling the cart and buy a brand new one. Not sure of the brand yet but leaning toward Evolution. They offer a lot of value and features versus the top three brands for $4-5k less.