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02-02-2021, 09:38 AM | #1 |
Gone Wild
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Controller Buyer Guide?
Is there a comparison of the controller upgrades somewhere? I've found individual videos and write-ups on Navitas, Alltrax, Curtis, PlumQuick, but nothing comparing them. There is a lot of positive buzz here and on YouTube about Navitas.
I've put down my money (quite a bit) by ordering a Navitas 440A/4kw AC conversion kit, and am having second thoughts as all I really want is a cart that doesn't slow to a walking pace going up an 8% grade. Thanks! Last edited by ACHiPo; 02-02-2021 at 10:57 AM.. Reason: Remove unsubstantiated negative statement |
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02-02-2021, 09:54 AM | #2 |
Gone Wild
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Re: Controller Buyer Guide?
Please show what you have read on navitas being on the rocks, also plum quick does not make controllers.
Sounds like more fake news to me People can post anything |
02-02-2021, 09:59 AM | #3 |
Gone Wild
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Re: Controller Buyer Guide?
As far as aftermarket consumer customizable the only options are Alltrax and Navitas.
If You go AC Navitas is currently the only player. Unless you have a real need, the On the Fly marketing hype (Both Alltrax and Navitas have them) does not really translate to practical day-to-day use for most users. |
02-02-2021, 10:16 AM | #4 |
Happy Carting
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Re: Controller Buyer Guide?
I posted 10 reasons why Alltrax should be your next speed controller. Since then Alltrax has added BT compatibility and new phone apps are due any day. I find the FN2 (on the fly) module the most useful but if you have kids or elderly users you may find the locking 3 mode FN-Key feature most helpful. In any case Alltrax offers superior interface when it comes to controller programming. And a superior warranty. They have a very long track record and they are an American company with manufacturing in the USA.
Read more on my website > https://www.cartsunlimited.net/about...ntrollers.html |
02-02-2021, 10:38 AM | #5 | |
Gone Wild
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Re: Controller Buyer Guide?
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PlumQuick may not make controllers, but they market them under their brand on their site. Thus the confusion. Scotty, I will check out your site. Thanks. |
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02-02-2021, 10:48 AM | #6 | |
Gone Wild
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Re: Controller Buyer Guide?
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02-02-2021, 10:59 AM | #7 |
Gone Wild
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Re: Controller Buyer Guide?
I edited my original post to remove the unsubstantiated negative statement. Sorry--it was not fair and I fell into a common trap on the interwebs.
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02-02-2021, 11:19 AM | #8 |
Gone Wild
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Re: Controller Buyer Guide?
That hill must be a lot steeper than 8% (8ft rise in 100ft run), but that still seems like too much drop in speed.
Have you already checked the pack voltage when going up the hill to make sure they are still good? Most stock club car motors have their peak torque in the rpm range that drops to 8mph on steep hills. |
02-02-2021, 12:01 PM | #9 | |
Gone Wild
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Re: Controller Buyer Guide?
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Edit: Just pulled up topographic info. It is about 130' elevation gain over 2100', so an average of 5.9% grade. The steepest portion is probably close to 10%, maybe a bit higher. Still, other carts make it up the hill without slowing as much as my cart. What's amazing is it always makes it, even though it feels like it won't. Last edited by ACHiPo; 02-02-2021 at 12:29 PM.. Reason: More precise grade info |
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02-02-2021, 12:51 PM | #10 |
Gone Wild
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Re: Controller Buyer Guide?
I promise you will have no regrets with the Navitas 4kw kit!
I’ve had that and the 600amp/5kw kit and both are awesome! |
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