1996 DCS Saga

[atr42flyer]

the saga continues...

1996 TXT DCS,

blown the controller twice now, first time after the controller was repaired it ran for a few seconds, one of the wires from the solenoid to the controller got extremely hot then it blew. Just got the controller back, did went through the cart again, wasn't getting passed step 3 in the diagnostics and the solenoid wasn't clicking, figured out it was the ignition interlock, bypassed that. put it back into run, turned the key, and switched it into fwd and pop there goes the controller. I didn't have the motor hooked up, because as it also turns out that its a series motor. I think I should have a sepex motor. basically I was trying to get the solenoid to click and it didn't even do that.

new components,

new key switch
all new cables
new diode
new pre charge resistor
new solenoid
I did the club car toggle f&r switch upgrade
new batteries

So after it blew up, I did the diagnostic test again per the manual and it all test good now, after I fixed the ignition interlock it tests fine, all except the solenoid doesn't click. But that could be because the controller is toast yes?

So how much is a 1996 dcs worth? I can't keep throwing money at it. I figure if I buy an alltrax, and solenoid, and get the correct motor. I am in it way too deep,

I only paid $180 for the cart, I would be in it over $2000 if I add the controller and motor. Plus I would need to paint or wrap it and add a rear seat and wheels and tires. So now over $3000


Is it worth it?

[bmr4106]

Worth it?

Yes, if you're looking for a dependable cart that you're very familiar with.

No, it you're trying to make some money.

DCS-arrrrgh! A new Alltrax controller is the only thing that will save your sanity, in the long run. Stock controller is guano.

[atr42flyer]

Originally Posted by bmr4106

Worth it?

Yes, if you're looking for a dependable cart that you're very familiar with.

No, it you're trying to make some money.

DCS-arrrrgh! A new Alltrax controller is the only thing that will save your sanity, in the long run. Stock controller is guano.

This is a cart I'm going to sell. I'm not keeping it. I may just end up parting it out.

[radioman]

Originally Posted by atr42flyer

This is a cart I'm going to sell. I'm not keeping it. I may just end up parting it out.

Using it for parts might help you find out which part is causing the problem.

[cgtech]

Popped the controller? Incorrect wiring, or messed up motor is the top of my list. I never ever replace a controller without inspecting the inside of the motor (bad motor is the best way to destroy a new controller, especially with a Sepex system).