Whats needed for a 36v to 48v conversion

[giff2121]

I posted earlier about some problems I have run into, but in this thread I need someone to tell me what all needs to be done. I have replaced the solenoid to HD 48v. What else?

I am trying to keep it cheap as possible. But not so cheap to burn stuff up.

I will be using the cart for around the house stuff and flat land hunting.

Also, is it necessary to replace the controller? I have heard some say its necessary, and others who have not and bragged about their success.

Any help is appreciated!

[rocknrone]

I've asked this question recently and here's what I was told. You have to upgrade f/r switch, get a 48v solenoid, 48v controller, 48v charger, and at least 4awg cables.

[rabbitreborn]

this conversion is entirely dependant on the cart in question.

I recently did a 48 volt conversion on an old Marathon cart that we left the stock controller in place because the old controllers were capable of handling the 48 volts. If you have a newer TXT model, I would definately suggest changing the controller though.

You already have the solenoid.

You don't have to change out the F&R switch unless you are going to change the controller to a 400 AMP (or more) unit.

48 volt battery charger is a must of course.

Batteries are an obvious item

your cables should be changed to 4 gauge regardless of whether you are running 36 or 48 volts in my opinion. And don't cheap out on the cables.... get quality multi strand welding wire.....

[rabbitreborn]

I just read your other thread.... from the description you have given, you have a TXT cart and as Scotty said in that thread, you WILL burn up the controller if you put 48 volts to it. unfortunately you are going to have to purchase a controller.

[rocknrone]

I read the other thread too. That's why I responded the way I did.