97 DS Resistor cart 36v - looking for feedback

[zrated]

Here’s the set up with wheels on. I didn’t end up using the lo-pro mad Jax lift for the front. Wheels don’t rub at all so plan on leaving them as is. I need to stiffen up the rear suspension and minimize the overall body roll still.

Question for you experience guys. Is there a pro or con with going with 4-12v batts in lieu of 6-8v batts? I have read the run time would be the only negative impact? I only ask as I allready have a spare 12v deep cycle marine battery I pulled out of my boat before I sold it. It’s less than 3mo old..

[Mooncarter]

Originally Posted by zrated

Thanks man. I have been following your thread as well. Definitely curious to see how yours performs with the new controller and how well it installs.

As for my wheels, I bought a 1” spacer from golf cart Kings (madjaxx Lopro kit) to hopefully clear the front. The rear I found a set of heavy duty leafs, or contemplating just putting a block on the leaf if I need it.

I’m king to take the advice above and try and sell my batteries and exchange for cores. Put some 48v in and see it how it rides.

Where are you? I might buy them if you are anywhere nearby.

[zrated]

Originally Posted by Mooncarter

Where are you? I might buy them if you are anywhere nearby.

I’m in the north Dallas Tx area

[Mooncarter]

Originally Posted by zrated

I’m in the north Dallas Tx area

Thanks, but that is way too far for us to make a deal.

[handtools]

Originally Posted by zrated

Question for you experience guys. Is there a pro or con with going with 4-12v batts in lieu of 6-8v batts? I have read the run time would be the only negative impact? I only ask as I all ready have a spare 12v deep cycle marine battery I pulled out of my boat before I sold it. It’s less than 3mo old..

Run time and you would have to modify the battery tray. Also a deep cycle marine battery is not the same as a golf cart battery.

[Wakko47]

Wheels look good! Guys, wont' he have to get a new charger for 48v as well as the new batteries?

[zrated]

Originally Posted by Wakko47

Wheels look good! Guys, wont' he have to get a new charger for 48v as well as the new batteries?

I ended up goin the 8v route. I bought a charger too. After these steaks are done cooking I’ll test the speed difference

[zrated]

Originally Posted by zrated

I ended up goin the 8v route. I bought a charger too. After these steaks are done cooking I’ll test the speed difference

Took it for a spin and ran through the school zone speed limit sign. Was hitting 18/19 with the 48v upgrade. Also I sold my 6v batts so appreciate the advice earlier wakko47 !

Question I have, does anyone have a wiring schematic for changing the charging port to a newer model 48v?

[Mooncarter]

Make sure you buy a charger that does not require an OBC.

[zrated]

Originally Posted by Mooncarter

Make sure you buy a charger that does not require an OBC.

I bought the modz max 48v charger