Decisions, Decisions... some advice from the hive?

Austin4130 · 11-18-2018, 11:30 PM

On the fence on how to go with my first upgrade..

Here's the details (I've already spoken with ScottyB, just trying to make a final decision on motor selection)

'99 Club Car DS Series 48v
Lift with 22" tires
Currently has an Alltrax 4834 (factory replacement 300amp) motor, and upgraded solenoid
Factory motor - runs about 14mph on flat ground
(Upgrading the F&R and cables to 2gauge as soon as I make a decision)

Goal is the most speed and torque for the best dollar value.

If I buy a new controller I'll go whole hog for the Alltrax 48600 (wouldn't want to leave torque on the table for +-$100) (Are there more problems with the higher amp controllers?)

He recommended the Admiral MOT-A1 as a really good value, and everything I've read backs this up.

The issue I'm coming up with is there are similar Speed & Torque motors out there for a little more $, that list a higher HP

Can you guys give me the scoop on something like the Plum Quick Rattlesnake real world differences (quality/durability/performance) to the MOT A1?

It lists 14.2 hp, 28/30mph, and +50% torque

Any alternatives to the Rattlesnake or MOT A1 I should consider? Best for the money?

NoleFan4Ever · 11-19-2018, 07:04 AM

The PQ line are just BAD. The Rattlesnake for Series and Executioner for Sepex will rip you head off. No other motor I have ever used comes close (MOT-A1, A2, or a few others). Now D&D and FSIP also make some affordable motors you can look at. Call David Hicks at Revolution Golf cars.

Swan · 11-19-2018, 08:30 AM

I love my plum quick , hitting better then 30 mph with my sig set up . If i had to do it over again I dont think I would change anything .

Austin4130 · 11-19-2018, 10:53 AM

What's the difference in the Rattlesnake, and Rattlesnake II motor?

Swan · 11-19-2018, 11:04 AM

nothing now , back in the day they called it a RSII but over the years the have dropped the "II" from the name

Austin4130 · 11-19-2018, 11:31 AM

Any idea how the Rattlesnake compares to the D&D ES-58 motor?

(Looking for Speed & Torque)

Swan · 11-19-2018, 01:32 PM

never ran a D&D or been on a cart with one to be able to compare , sorry .

As far as the RS its a good balance of speed and torque , as we all know cant have both major torque and super speeds unless you go with a 2 speed rear end and thats whole different world .

11-18-2018, 11:30 PM	#1
Austin4130 Not Yet Wild Join Date: May 2016 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 48	Decisions, Decisions... some advice from the hive? On the fence on how to go with my first upgrade.. Here's the details (I've already spoken with ScottyB, just trying to make a final decision on motor selection) '99 Club Car DS Series 48v Lift with 22" tires Currently has an Alltrax 4834 (factory replacement 300amp) motor, and upgraded solenoid Factory motor - runs about 14mph on flat ground (Upgrading the F&R and cables to 2gauge as soon as I make a decision) Goal is the most speed and torque for the best dollar value. If I buy a new controller I'll go whole hog for the Alltrax 48600 (wouldn't want to leave torque on the table for +-$100) (Are there more problems with the higher amp controllers?) He recommended the Admiral MOT-A1 as a really good value, and everything I've read backs this up. The issue I'm coming up with is there are similar Speed & Torque motors out there for a little more $, that list a higher HP Can you guys give me the scoop on something like the Plum Quick Rattlesnake real world differences (quality/durability/performance) to the MOT A1? It lists 14.2 hp, 28/30mph, and +50% torque Any alternatives to the Rattlesnake or MOT A1 I should consider? Best for the money?

11-19-2018, 07:04 AM	#2
NoleFan4Ever MOD of all BS! Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 17,477	Re: Decisions, Decisions... some advice from the hive? The PQ line are just BAD. The Rattlesnake for Series and Executioner for Sepex will rip you head off. No other motor I have ever used comes close (MOT-A1, A2, or a few others). Now D&D and FSIP also make some affordable motors you can look at. Call David Hicks at Revolution Golf cars.

11-19-2018, 08:30 AM	#3
Swan Cave Dweller Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Always On The Move Posts: 22,229	Re: Decisions, Decisions... some advice from the hive? I love my plum quick , hitting better then 30 mph with my sig set up . If i had to do it over again I dont think I would change anything .

11-19-2018, 10:53 AM	#4
Austin4130 Not Yet Wild Join Date: May 2016 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 48	Re: Decisions, Decisions... some advice from the hive? What's the difference in the Rattlesnake, and Rattlesnake II motor?

11-19-2018, 11:04 AM	#5
Swan Cave Dweller Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Always On The Move Posts: 22,229	Re: Decisions, Decisions... some advice from the hive? nothing now , back in the day they called it a RSII but over the years the have dropped the "II" from the name

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11-19-2018, 11:31 AM	#6
Austin4130 Not Yet Wild Join Date: May 2016 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 48	Re: Decisions, Decisions... some advice from the hive? Any idea how the Rattlesnake compares to the D&D ES-58 motor? (Looking for Speed & Torque)

11-19-2018, 01:32 PM	#7
Swan Cave Dweller Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Always On The Move Posts: 22,229	Re: Decisions, Decisions... some advice from the hive? never ran a D&D or been on a cart with one to be able to compare , sorry . As far as the RS its a good balance of speed and torque , as we all know cant have both major torque and super speeds unless you go with a 2 speed rear end and thats whole different world .

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