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10-01-2012, 09:14 AM | #1 |
Gone Wild
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EZGO Elec - 36v-12v reducer and accessories
New here! Just bought a 2010 Ez-go from a neighbor 2 days ago. First time owner. It has 6" lift and a speed chip so I guess it goes a little faster than normal...
Anyway, the wife went from "whatever" to "it needs a stereo!" I'm Googled out on researching this and been all over this forum. So here is what I know.... **This has a 36v setup. ** I want a 36v to 12v reducer (Already on it's way & know how to wire to batteries) Here is what I want to do.... ** Install a Kenwood KMR-350U head in the ball compartment (crutchfield) ** Speaker pods (customspeakerpods) w/ 2x Polk Audio db651s speakers (crutchfield) ** Cigarette lighter in dash ** Under body neon Questions.... Is it normal to run all of this off one reducer? If so just hard wired or some sort of power splitter like used in amp installs? What is the wiring diagram for the stereo so I don't drain the batteries when not being used? Another of the subject question. When the cart is not in use, is it best to keep it on the charger?? I know these questions have been answered here, but I'm not seeing clear answers. I was a car stereo installer back in the day, but never messed with an all battery setup. So I want to make sure I get the answers before I start the work! Thanks everyone in advance. Great forum! |
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10-01-2012, 09:24 AM | #2 |
Happy Carting
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Re: EZGO Elec - 36v-12v reducer and accessories
Watch your amp and watt draw, the reducer must be over rated if it is to survive.
Also be sure to switch the reducer power source. Hope this helps |
10-01-2012, 09:43 AM | #3 | |
Techno-Nerd
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Re: EZGO Elec - 36v-12v reducer and accessories
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Sounds like you have a 2010 TXT PDS. (If the F/R selector is a rocker switch on the dash it is, otherwise it a 2010 TXT Series.) Mention the drive (PDS or Series) type when asking future questions. 1. Usually Positive output from 12V converter goes to a fuse block and accessories are fed from there. Negative 12V output is tied to a connection block or point and return wires from all accessories are connected there. Everything on electric Golf Carts are two wire systems. Grounding the frame is a No-No!!!! 2. Splitter would work, but fuse blocks are more commonly used. 3. Feed the stereo from the keyswitch. Also, some 36V to 12V converters have a remote on/off lead that connects to keyswitch. 4. Batteries ought to be recharged immediately after use. The higher average State of Charge you maintain, the greater your battery pack's life expectancy. 5. Unlike cars, cart accessories are two wire systems. (The battery pack is capable of arc-welding, so use do not want to inadvertently ground the frame via a one wire accessory.) |
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10-01-2012, 11:30 AM | #4 |
Gone Wild
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Re: EZGO Elec - 36v-12v reducer and accessories
Awesome! Already getting responses!
Thanks for the hint on adding PDS to the title. Yes, it has the f/r switch on the dash. Sometimes it doesn't respond when backing out of the garage. Have to put it in fw, bump the gas, then put in rev before it will move. What does PDS stand for? Ok, the fuse block sounds better than the splitter and probably cheaper. I noticed the fuse block that is under the seat is just wide open in the elements. Is this ok? For wiring the stereo.... Black wire connects to negative post on battery? Yellow is constant and would go to the fuse block. Red wire is switched power and would go to where on the key? The reducer I'm getting is the Golf Cart Voltage Reducer 36V-48V to 12V 10 Amp from DIY Golf Cart. Will this work for stereo, under body leds, couple strands of led christmas lights? Thanks again for the help! Much appreciated! I know I'll have more questions as this progresses... |
10-01-2012, 01:37 PM | #5 | |
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Re: EZGO Elec - 36v-12v reducer and accessories
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Controller going bad or loose wiring. Does the solenoid click when it won't start in reverse? Does the beeper sound? 2. Precision Drive System. 3. Unless you drive through swamps. it should be okay. 4. My bad. You cannot connect the stereo system to the keyswitch unless the keyswitch has a "Lights" position. Then it will have a separate set of switched contact for 12V. If the Keyswitch only has On and OFF it only switches the 36V and you launch the stereo into orbit if you attach it there. However, if the voltage converter has a remote power control feature, it can be switched on and off by the switched 36V. 5. 10A isn't much at 12V, only 120 Watts. Add up the amp usage for the different accessories you are planning to install. |
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10-01-2012, 03:01 PM | #6 |
Gone Wild
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Re: EZGO Elec - 36v-12v reducer and accessories
1. Yes there is the beep when it's in reverse and I hear the click, but no go.... Actually it's done to to me twice and hasn't done it again. I'll pay more attention next time it happens.
2. Thanks! 3. No swamps for me! 4. It does have a off/on/lights position on the key. Does that make a difference? 5. Ok, I should go with a 25-30amp then??? |
10-02-2012, 05:05 AM | #7 | |
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Re: EZGO Elec - 36v-12v reducer and accessories
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5. Like I said before, add up the number of amps each accessory uses. The 12V converter will have to supply that number, or more. |
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10-02-2012, 08:46 AM | #8 | |
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Re: EZGO Elec - 36v-12v reducer and accessories
JohnnieB has already commented on most this but I would like my try. Comments in red Quote:
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10-02-2012, 09:53 AM | #9 |
Gone Wild
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Re: EZGO Elec - 36v-12v reducer and accessories
Great! Thanks for all the help! Lots of good info for this newbie. And I can use it!
Yes, I said Christmas lights. The subdivision I'm in puts on a couple parades during the year. There are a lot of nice custom carts here and they get in the parades. My 6yr old daughter saw the potential for the new cart instantly. So.... Gotta make the little ones happy ;) Right now, I'm trying to locate some brake shoes locally since I pulled the drum off last night and discovered I'm running them paper thin.... I don't have the funds to do the upgrades this time, so have to save up for the next time. By the way... I bought this 2010 ezgo TXT PDS from the original owner for $3k. So far I've buffed out the Texas pin stripes, cleaned the batteries (mistreated cosmetically) and now the brakes. Everything else looks solid.... Was this a good deal?? |
10-02-2012, 10:18 AM | #10 |
Gone Wild
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Re: EZGO Elec - 36v-12v reducer and accessories
Sounds like a pretty good deal to me !
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