Looking at a project cart. Need some insight.

mike_dmt · 07-20-2014, 08:26 PM

I found what appears to be a post '96 TXT. I'm assuming it was only available as a 36v. But I'm new, so I have no idea.

Th owner says he has had it for 8 years and the batteries took a dump last fall blah blah blah..

My questions are these:

Since it needs batteries already, and I'm looking to upgrade whatever cart I get, would it be smart to replace the current 6v batteries with 8v, with the idea of upgrading to 48v fairly soon (this winter)? Does that affect what charger I use? It apparently comes with one, but I have no idea if it works or what else might be wrong with it or the cart.

I have read on this board that a different controller is required to make said upgrade, aside from new heavier gauge cables, what else needs replaced?

I see cheap lift kits on eBay. Are they crap?

If the motor is shot, what would I be looking at to upgrade it, without getting crazy?

This is a "budget build". My 1st cart. So, if it is only the batteries, and a set of seat covers, I'll only have about $900 into it, which around here is hard to find a good runner for less than 2k.

yurtle · 07-21-2014, 04:37 AM

A 36 volt charger won't work for 48 volts. Neither will most solenoids or controllers. To answer more, you need to know what you're dealing with.

Golf Cart Serial Number Lookup:
http://www.shopezgo.com/customer-ser...ialNumber.html

Controller/Motor Type:
http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/attac...go-guide-2.jpg

http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/elect...en-system.html

mike_dmt · 07-21-2014, 12:56 PM

So, what kind of speeds can I expect out of a 36v system, if I keep it mostly stock?

Sir Nuke · 07-21-2014, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by mike_dmt

So, what kind of speeds can I expect out of a 36v system, if I keep it mostly stock?

mostly stock.....as on you keep the stock controller.....and assuming its a series drive.....12 to 14 mph, that's it.

mike_dmt · 07-21-2014, 02:02 PM

Ok. Without going to a 48v system, what are the common upgrades to squeeze some more speed out of it?

Sir Nuke · 07-21-2014, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike_dmt

Ok. Without going to a 48v system, what are the common upgrades to squeeze some more speed out of it?

first off.....we need to know which drive system you have. if you are not sure, look at the picture below and tell us what you have.

ezgoguide.jpg

sportcoupe · 07-21-2014, 04:20 PM

There are only a few ways to make a series cart faster.

1- Move voltage
2- Larger tires
3- Upgraded motor
4- Gear change

vagabond · 07-22-2014, 01:22 PM

first thing I'd do is replace the primary cables to 2 gauge, that got me 16 mph in my stock cart

07-20-2014, 08:26 PM	#1
mike_dmt Gone Wild Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 349	Looking at a project cart. Need some insight. I found what appears to be a post '96 TXT. I'm assuming it was only available as a 36v. But I'm new, so I have no idea. Th owner says he has had it for 8 years and the batteries took a dump last fall blah blah blah.. My questions are these: Since it needs batteries already, and I'm looking to upgrade whatever cart I get, would it be smart to replace the current 6v batteries with 8v, with the idea of upgrading to 48v fairly soon (this winter)? Does that affect what charger I use? It apparently comes with one, but I have no idea if it works or what else might be wrong with it or the cart. I have read on this board that a different controller is required to make said upgrade, aside from new heavier gauge cables, what else needs replaced? I see cheap lift kits on eBay. Are they crap? If the motor is shot, what would I be looking at to upgrade it, without getting crazy? This is a "budget build". My 1st cart. So, if it is only the batteries, and a set of seat covers, I'll only have about $900 into it, which around here is hard to find a good runner for less than 2k.
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07-21-2014, 04:37 AM	#2
yurtle Gone Mad Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Buford, GA Posts: 8,988	Re: Looking at a project cart. Need some insight. A 36 volt charger won't work for 48 volts. Neither will most solenoids or controllers. To answer more, you need to know what you're dealing with. Golf Cart Serial Number Lookup: http://www.shopezgo.com/customer-ser...ialNumber.html Controller/Motor Type: http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/attac...go-guide-2.jpg http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/elect...en-system.html

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