just purchased 1985 melex *newbie Questions*

[Chubbalou]

Hello I just purchased a 1985 melex cart its 36 volt id number 168142.

I have a few general questions. cart is in great condition. i installed new batteries and gave it a full charge. everything seems to work. i attatched a.....blurry picture, it was taken care of.

1. for this model what is typically the top speed. according to my gps im about 17mph on a flat with tail wind..haha, is this about normal? i had no real expectation besides slow, but want to know if i have improvement somewhere.

2. there is a toggle switch right next to the key and the horn button. I have read that there is a two speed on these carts? would this switch be it. when i run with it off cart is a hair slower, then when i flip the switch i do notice a slight increase in speed. nothing spectacular, but noticable by a few miles an hour. is that what the switch is? is it a governor, can it be adjusted, or am i completely out of the ballpark.

great site btw, learning a lot, thanks for any help

[BumbleBee]

that is a pretty neat little cart. it looks to be in great shape! as far as the switch goes. i would think that would be it. but not sure... the one you want to ask about that is ScottyB. have fun, enjoy it, and welcome to BGW!

Arin

[Chubbalou]

Thanks bumblebee, i aired the tires up to where they are supposed to be...duh...hit 21 mph, an and all input appreciated

[BumbleBee]

cool! good to know it's running well! have fun with it!

[swoledouglas]

If you are getting 20 mph out of a stock cart you are doing good.