Powerwise QE charger question 48 volt ???

Nutterbug · 04-11-2012, 10:05 PM

I found a powerwise qe 48volt charger on Craigslist for 125.00 About to convert my txt to 48 volts? Seems like a good deal, but it has a three prong triangle shaped plug on it. Can I change that to a D type plug or do I have to change my receptacle on the cart, and is it worth it? Thanks guys!

Nutterbug · 04-12-2012, 05:48 AM

Help? Don't want to buy something I can't use?

bigstik40 · 04-12-2012, 06:34 AM

I got a 36 volt QE with my 08 TXT with PDS. The charger wasn't working when I got the cart and after much searching, found that repair was impossible. Also, I heard from a dealer that EZGO had a lot of problems with the QE chargers. I would not recommend

that you purchase a QE. Instead, I would recommend that you look for a Powerwise "ferroresonant", transformer type charger. They are much more robust and repairable. The QE's are ok when they are working but are basically a very expensive "throwaway" charger. Just my opinion - good luck - RAY

Nutterbug · 04-12-2012, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by bigstik40

I got a 36 volt QE with my 08 TXT with PDS. The charger wasn't working when I got the cart and after much searching, found that repair was impossible. Also, I heard from a dealer that EZGO had a lot of problems with the QE chargers. I would not recommend

that you purchase a QE. Instead, I would recommend that you look for a Powerwise "ferroresonant", transformer type charger. They are much more robust and repairable. The QE's are ok when they are working but are basically a very expensive "throwaway" charger. Just my opinion - good luck - RAY

Good to know. That sucks because 125 is cheap for a charger?

bigstik40 · 04-12-2012, 08:16 AM

I was lucky enough to find an older Powerwise on "Craigs" for $50. It was rough and needed some TLC but after some minor work to bring it back to life, it has been a great charger. There has been a thread here on a Stanley charger at Sams Club that is pretty reasonable (try doing a search for it). It's not a transformer type, but others have reported that it seems ok and it's reported to be around $100 or so and has all the various connectors for all the carts. Check it out! I would maybe opt for the extended warranty if it's not a lot of $$. Good luck - RAY

Nutterbug · 04-12-2012, 08:28 AM

Thanks, I saw that thread. Called the sams here. No luck?

JohnnieB · 04-12-2012, 10:07 AM

If you want a good 48V charger, avoid the QE like the plague and get something like this.

http://www.cartsunlimited.net/48v_Battery_Charger.html

Your battery pack is one of the most expensive and fragile parts of your cart, so treat them right and they'll last many years.

04-11-2012, 10:05 PM	#1
Nutterbug Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 64	Powerwise QE charger question 48 volt ??? I found a powerwise qe 48volt charger on Craigslist for 125.00 About to convert my txt to 48 volts? Seems like a good deal, but it has a three prong triangle shaped plug on it. Can I change that to a D type plug or do I have to change my receptacle on the cart, and is it worth it? Thanks guys!
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04-12-2012, 05:48 AM	#2
Nutterbug Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 64	Help? Don't want to buy something I can't use?
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04-12-2012, 06:34 AM	#3
bigstik40 Gone Wild Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Erie, Pennsylvania Posts: 989	Re: Powerwise QE charger question 48 volt ??? I got a 36 volt QE with my 08 TXT with PDS. The charger wasn't working when I got the cart and after much searching, found that repair was impossible. Also, I heard from a dealer that EZGO had a lot of problems with the QE chargers. I would not recommend that you purchase a QE. Instead, I would recommend that you look for a Powerwise "ferroresonant", transformer type charger. They are much more robust *and* repairable. The QE's are ok when they are working but are basically a very expensive "throwaway" charger. Just my opinion - good luck - RAY

04-12-2012, 08:16 AM	#5
bigstik40 Gone Wild Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Erie, Pennsylvania Posts: 989	Re: Powerwise QE charger question 48 volt ??? I was lucky enough to find an older Powerwise on "Craigs" for $50. It was rough and needed some TLC but after some minor work to bring it back to life, it has been a great charger. There has been a thread here on a *Stanley charger at Sams Club* that is pretty reasonable (try doing a search for it). It's not a transformer type, but others have reported that it seems ok and it's reported to be around $100 or so and has all the various connectors for all the carts. Check it out! I would maybe opt for the extended warranty if it's not a lot of $$. Good luck - RAY

04-12-2012, 08:28 AM	#6
Nutterbug Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 64	Thanks, I saw that thread. Called the sams here. No luck?
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04-12-2012, 10:07 AM	#7
JohnnieB Techno-Nerd Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: West Virginia Posts: 19,654	Re: Powerwise QE charger question 48 volt ??? If you want a good 48V charger, avoid the QE like the plague and get something like this. http://www.cartsunlimited.net/48v_Battery_Charger.html Your battery pack is one of the most expensive and fragile parts of your cart, so treat them right and they'll last many years.

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