So what's the scoop with the G14

jmontes · 01-03-2016, 08:16 PM

Just picked up (first cart) what I thought was a G16. Turns out it is a G14 with a G16 body... Should have paid closer attention to the VIN. The purpose of this purchase is to build a mild off-road cart for me and my son. Now I have it stripped down to the frame to replace the rusted floor board and install a Jakes LT kit. I am looking at possibly doing the VC 460 conversion, however it looks like there is not much support for this model. Can someone share the biggest differences and tell me why I can't find a posi-traction for a G14? The irony is the service manual I purchased covers the G14-G19. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!

Mike Mac · 01-03-2016, 09:29 PM

There are really no bad Yamaha's!! If your 14 is a late model, and has the Dana rear end, a posi may fit. But the Yamaha rear end is considered more robust!! And , you may not need the posi. The g14 came with that body style.

And a G14 is a decent cart and very capable off road!!

cgtech · 01-03-2016, 11:26 PM

The thing with G14 is that its a 2-year only model, so most aftermarket parts for G16 that would fit a G14 are not mentioned as "compatible with G14". Motor parts for G16 will NOT work for you, G16 axle parts will not work for you IF yours is an early G14 with the "yamaha-built axle". There is no posi for the yamaha-built axle. All G16 bodies will fit yours (with a hole drilled for air inlet). Yours has a somewhat unique engine used in very few models, its like a G2-G9 engine, but its a 301cc instead of a 285cc. All your Stock clutch parts will be similar to G2-G9, not G16.

KENNETHC · 01-03-2016, 11:36 PM

I have been tearing it up on a g14 and it has been awesome. Biggest down fall is the front end spindle bushings. Could b a better design. I can't afford long travel and have. Of been able to find a atv front end yet. Would really like a banshe for my front swap

jmontes · 01-04-2016, 09:05 AM

Thanks for the responses! Keep them coming... Not too concerned with the engine piece as we will be doing a conversion of some sort - probably the VC 460. As far as the rear end goes, I was looking through the parts manual and this rear axle does not look like the one shown for the G16. The one on this cart does not have the rear diff. cover but rather the case splits in half for disassembly like the G9 axle. I am assuming this is the "Yamaha" rear?

Mike Mac · 01-04-2016, 09:11 AM

yes, I'd say you got the better one. There seem to be some imput shaft failures with the Dana.

If I were you, I'd do all maint on the car that you read about on here. Make it run perfect!! You may find the stock motor has all the power you need!!

Talk to Don Plowman for clutches etc. You will be impressed with what can be done.

jmontes · 01-04-2016, 09:42 AM

Thanks again!

raydhd · 01-04-2016, 10:00 AM

I have a G14 with the VC 460.With their kit it is a bolt in.All that I can say is WOW.It is a day and night difference even against a modified stocker.

jmontes · 01-05-2016, 09:52 AM

OK -Now that we have confirmed I have a Yamaha rear, a few more questions...

1. Where can I get the replacement case gasket, axle seals/outer bearings, and an input
shaft seal?
2. Since I will not be running a governor, is it ok to remove the governor shaft, fork,
and weights from the diff. and plug the shaft hole?

Dave in VA · 01-05-2016, 10:08 AM

OEM parts are your best bet. If you've got the rear torn apart anyway, I don't see anything wrong with removing the internals.

01-03-2016, 08:16 PM	#1
jmontes Getting Wild Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Cowtown Posts: 122	So what's the scoop with the G14 Just picked up (first cart) what I thought was a G16. Turns out it is a G14 with a G16 body... Should have paid closer attention to the VIN. The purpose of this purchase is to build a mild off-road cart for me and my son. Now I have it stripped down to the frame to replace the rusted floor board and install a Jakes LT kit. I am looking at possibly doing the VC 460 conversion, however it looks like there is not much support for this model. Can someone share the biggest differences and tell me why I can't find a posi-traction for a G14? The irony is the service manual I purchased covers the G14-G19. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

01-03-2016, 09:29 PM	#2
Mike Mac G8 Specialist Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Phoenix Posts: 7,799	Re: So what's the scoop with the G14 There are really no bad Yamaha's!! If your 14 is a late model, and has the Dana rear end, a posi may fit. But the Yamaha rear end is considered more robust!! And , you may not need the posi. The g14 came with that body style. And a G14 is a decent cart and very capable off road!!

01-03-2016, 11:26 PM	#3
cgtech Over This Interview Is... Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: AZ Posts: 17,449	Re: So what's the scoop with the G14 The thing with G14 is that its a 2-year only model, so most aftermarket parts for G16 that would fit a G14 are not mentioned as "compatible with G14". Motor parts for G16 will NOT work for you, G16 axle parts will not work for you IF yours is an early G14 with the "yamaha-built axle". There is no posi for the yamaha-built axle. All G16 bodies will fit yours (with a hole drilled for air inlet). Yours has a somewhat unique engine used in very few models, its like a G2-G9 engine, but its a 301cc instead of a 285cc. All your Stock clutch parts will be similar to G2-G9, not G16.

01-03-2016, 11:36 PM	#4
KENNETHC Gone Wild Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Cedar Hill, Missouri Posts: 290	Re: So what's the scoop with the G14 I have been tearing it up on a g14 and it has been awesome. Biggest down fall is the front end spindle bushings. Could b a better design. I can't afford long travel and have. Of been able to find a atv front end yet. Would really like a banshe for my front swap

01-04-2016, 09:05 AM	#5
jmontes Getting Wild Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Cowtown Posts: 122	Re: So what's the scoop with the G14 Thanks for the responses! Keep them coming... Not too concerned with the engine piece as we will be doing a conversion of some sort - probably the VC 460. As far as the rear end goes, I was looking through the parts manual and this rear axle does not look like the one shown for the G16. The one on this cart does not have the rear diff. cover but rather the case splits in half for disassembly like the G9 axle. I am assuming this is the "Yamaha" rear?

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01-04-2016, 09:11 AM	#6
Mike Mac G8 Specialist Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Phoenix Posts: 7,799	Re: So what's the scoop with the G14 yes, I'd say you got the better one. There seem to be some imput shaft failures with the Dana. If I were you, I'd do all maint on the car that you read about on here. Make it run perfect!! You may find the stock motor has all the power you need!! Talk to Don Plowman for clutches etc. You will be impressed with what can be done.

01-04-2016, 09:42 AM	#7
jmontes Getting Wild Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Cowtown Posts: 122	Re: So what's the scoop with the G14 Thanks again!

01-04-2016, 10:00 AM	#8
raydhd VC 460 CLONE GONE WILD Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ray BY The Bay NJ Posts: 10,647	Re: So what's the scoop with the G14 I have a G14 with the VC 460.With their kit it is a bolt in.All that I can say is WOW.It is a day and night difference even against a modified stocker.

01-05-2016, 09:52 AM	#9
jmontes Getting Wild Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Cowtown Posts: 122	Re: So what's the scoop with the G14 OK -Now that we have confirmed I have a Yamaha rear, a few more questions... 1. Where can I get the replacement case gasket, axle seals/outer bearings, and an input shaft seal? 2. Since I will not be running a governor, is it ok to remove the governor shaft, fork, and weights from the diff. and plug the shaft hole?

01-05-2016, 10:08 AM	#10
Dave in VA maintaining a low profile Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SW Virginia USA Posts: 6,316	Re: So what's the scoop with the G14 OEM parts are your best bet. If you've got the rear torn apart anyway, I don't see anything wrong with removing the internals.

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