Advice for first time cart owner

CatFan69 · 10-27-2009, 07:18 PM

I just purchased a 2001 EZ GO with the 2+2 seating option. The model number is C101 and SN#1350523. From what I have read it is a "series" cart and does not have the tow/run switch on the controller cover. The cart currently is not lifted but does have some nice aftermarket wheels on it.

What would you guys recommend as far as:

Speed upgrades, what are my options
Lift kit (yes or no and which type)
Batteries are about 5 years old, should I bite the bullet and switch to 48V?

The cart will be used at the lake to run down to the boat dock and to the neighbors house. There are hills to deal with as well.

I am a little concerned about the stability of the cart if I lift it - what's everyones thoughts on this as well.

Thanks in advance for everyones help!

CatFan69 · 10-27-2009, 07:26 PM

One more question, how do I know if it is a Medalist or TXT cart?

I was looking at Battery Cables on one of the sponsors site and noticed a big difference between the cables for the dif models.

FireAtWill · 10-28-2009, 09:07 AM

http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/elect...te-thanks.html

Love my lift and the additions. PM me if you ahev any questions about whom I purchased through, Intall, etc...

With the lift Kit stabitlity is no problem if you add larger wheels and tires. 22x 11x(10-12) will give you plenty of stance with a 5" lift.

FAW

CatFan69 · 10-28-2009, 09:13 AM

Thanks for the advice, your cart looks great!

What kind of batteries did you put in?

K9Kev · 10-28-2009, 12:21 PM

FAW... I sent you a PM looking for some info but you never responded??

Cat Fan... Sounds like you and I are in the same boat. I'll be watching this thread to see if you get some good advice.

Good luck on your additions.

Kev

COURTESYCART · 10-28-2009, 01:12 PM

any lift kit widens the frt a little so stability is not an issue, but you can turn them over if you get stupid. We have done it here. Adding bigger tires will increase your speed due to tire height, mayb 2-3 but it still adds speed. As far as batteries go with TROJANS. they ar the best and last 5+ years.

you have a txt fleet cart if you have the f-n-r switch behind you right leg.

As far as speed you will have to change controller and motor to really gain any speed. It is alos recommended that you change all cables to 4ga, not just battery to battery.

CatFan69 · 10-28-2009, 01:50 PM

Thanks CC. I also found out my cart is an early 2001 because it has 3 bolts that hold the steering column in place. I am going to switch out the cables and batteries soon. Now I need to decide which type of lift kit to go with; spindle lift or long travel?

golfcarfixer · 10-28-2009, 02:30 PM

YOU CAN GET A MOTOR FROM D&D MOTORS IN ALBANY NEW YORK,AND YOU DONT HAVE TO CHANGE ANYTHING BUT THE MOTOR.THEIR WEBSITE ISwww.ddmotorsystems.com PLEASE CHECK IT OUT,THEY ARE NEW NOT REBUILT.

10-27-2009, 07:18 PM	#1
CatFan69 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 7	Advice for first time cart owner I just purchased a 2001 EZ GO with the 2+2 seating option. The model number is C101 and SN#1350523. From what I have read it is a "series" cart and does not have the tow/run switch on the controller cover. The cart currently is not lifted but does have some nice aftermarket wheels on it. What would you guys recommend as far as: Speed upgrades, what are my options Lift kit (yes or no and which type) Batteries are about 5 years old, should I bite the bullet and switch to 48V? The cart will be used at the lake to run down to the boat dock and to the neighbors house. There are hills to deal with as well. I am a little concerned about the stability of the cart if I lift it - what's everyones thoughts on this as well. Thanks in advance for everyones help!
CatFan69 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 7

10-27-2009, 07:26 PM	#2
CatFan69 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 7	Re: Advice for first time cart owner One more question, how do I know if it is a Medalist or TXT cart? I was looking at Battery Cables on one of the sponsors site and noticed a big difference between the cables for the dif models.
CatFan69 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 7

10-28-2009, 09:07 AM	#3
FireAtWill Getting Wild Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Carrollton, TX (Dallas) Posts: 99	Re: Advice for first time cart owner http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/elect...te-thanks.html Love my lift and the additions. PM me if you ahev any questions about whom I purchased through, Intall, etc... With the lift Kit stabitlity is no problem if you add larger wheels and tires. 22x 11x(10-12) will give you plenty of stance with a 5" lift. FAW

10-28-2009, 09:13 AM	#4
CatFan69 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 7	Re: Advice for first time cart owner Thanks for the advice, your cart looks great! What kind of batteries did you put in?
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10-28-2009, 12:21 PM	#5
K9Kev Say What ??? Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: DFW Texas Baby !! Posts: 621	Re: Advice for first time cart owner FAW... I sent you a PM looking for some info but you never responded?? Cat Fan... Sounds like you and I are in the same boat. I'll be watching this thread to see if you get some good advice. Good luck on your additions. Kev

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10-28-2009, 01:12 PM	#6
COURTESYCART Gone Wild Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montgomery, AL Posts: 1,463	Re: Advice for first time cart owner any lift kit widens the frt a little so stability is not an issue, but you can turn them over if you get stupid. We have done it here. Adding bigger tires will increase your speed due to tire height, mayb 2-3 but it still adds speed. As far as batteries go with TROJANS. they ar the best and last 5+ years. you have a txt fleet cart if you have the f-n-r switch behind you right leg. As far as speed you will have to change controller and motor to really gain any speed. It is alos recommended that you change all cables to 4ga, not just battery to battery.

10-28-2009, 01:50 PM	#7
CatFan69 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 7	Re: Advice for first time cart owner Thanks CC. I also found out my cart is an early 2001 because it has 3 bolts that hold the steering column in place. I am going to switch out the cables and batteries soon. Now I need to decide which type of lift kit to go with; spindle lift or long travel?
CatFan69 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 7

10-28-2009, 02:30 PM	#8
golfcarfixer Gone Wild Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Forest City N.C. Posts: 2,660	Re: Advice for first time cart owner YOU CAN GET A MOTOR FROM D&D MOTORS IN ALBANY NEW YORK,AND YOU DONT HAVE TO CHANGE ANYTHING BUT THE MOTOR.THEIR WEBSITE ISwww.ddmotorsystems.com PLEASE CHECK IT OUT,THEY ARE NEW NOT REBUILT.

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