What to look for on a G16 Gas

VigilanteTrail · 08-19-2018, 12:14 PM

Greetings all,

I am still in the middle of a G1 resurrection project but I have stumbled upon a 1998 G16 gas cart that I am about to pull the trigger on.

Haven’t given it a test drive or inspection yet but all pics & info received from the owner thus far are pointing towards it being a solid good running cart for its age.

Any known G16 issues/items that I should look for when I go drive/inspect it before deciding to hand over the $$ ??

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cgtech · 08-19-2018, 03:05 PM

"What to look for on a G16 Gas"

An Engine.... Just kidding....

Quiet engine operation.
Axle that doesn't "roar" as speed increases.
Clutches will be hard to get a great idea on without more inspection than you might get in a short time, but smooth operation.

Brakes aren't much of a worry, brake parts are pretty cheap.

Loose steering can be adjusted somewhat, but the new parts don't seem that great.

VigilanteTrail · 08-19-2018, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by cgtech

"What to look for on a G16 Gas"

An Engine.... Just kidding....

Quiet engine operation.
Axle that doesn't "roar" as speed increases.
Clutches will be hard to get a great idea on without more inspection than you might get in a short time, but smooth operation.

Brakes aren't much of a worry, brake parts are pretty cheap.

Loose steering can be adjusted somewhat, but the new parts don't seem that great.

LOL...thanks for the input!

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Dave in VA · 08-20-2018, 09:21 AM

Check the frame for rust/rot.

cgtech · 08-20-2018, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave in VA

Check the frame for rust/rot.

I always forget that one, I live in the desert, so not much rust here...

LukeL · 08-20-2018, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by cgtech

I always forget that one, I live in the desert, so not much rust here...

Wow that must be nice! It’s just one after the other here. Every EzGo or Yamaha I get!

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Bogatzi · 08-21-2018, 10:44 AM

And hopefully no bent frame!!!

VigilanteTrail · 08-21-2018, 01:25 PM

So I am gathering the frame on this G16 is not comparable to the G1 “tank” frame...

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Dave in VA · 08-21-2018, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by VigilanteTrail

So I am gathering the frame on this G16 is not comparable to the G1 “tank” frame...

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Any cart frame can be bent or a be a victim of rust/rot due to a harsh or salty environment. I replaced the frame on a cart I bought in Myrtle Beach because of too much rot.

cgtech · 08-23-2018, 04:04 AM

The G16 frame is very similar design to the G1 for overall construction type, but some of the points that break in the G1 are actually stronger on the G16. So I'm not so sure about that comparison.

08-19-2018, 12:14 PM	#1
VigilanteTrail Not Yet Wild Join Date: May 2018 Posts: 29	What to look for on a G16 Gas Greetings all, I am still in the middle of a G1 resurrection project but I have stumbled upon a 1998 G16 gas cart that I am about to pull the trigger on. Haven’t given it a test drive or inspection yet but all pics & info received from the owner thus far are pointing towards it being a solid good running cart for its age. Any known G16 issues/items that I should look for when I go drive/inspect it before deciding to hand over the $$ ?? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

08-19-2018, 03:05 PM	#2
cgtech Over This Interview Is... Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: AZ Posts: 17,449	Re: What to look for on a G16 Gas "What to look for on a G16 Gas" An Engine.... Just kidding.... Quiet engine operation. Axle that doesn't "roar" as speed increases. Clutches will be hard to get a great idea on without more inspection than you might get in a short time, but smooth operation. Brakes aren't much of a worry, brake parts are pretty cheap. Loose steering can be adjusted somewhat, but the new parts don't seem that great.

08-20-2018, 09:21 AM	#4
Dave in VA maintaining a low profile Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SW Virginia USA Posts: 6,314	Re: What to look for on a G16 Gas Check the frame for rust/rot.

08-21-2018, 10:44 AM	#7
Bogatzi Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Mount Zion, Ontario Posts: 33	Re: What to look for on a G16 Gas And hopefully no bent frame!!!

08-21-2018, 01:25 PM	#8
VigilanteTrail Not Yet Wild Join Date: May 2018 Posts: 29	Re: What to look for on a G16 Gas So I am gathering the frame on this G16 is not comparable to the G1 “tank” frame... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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08-23-2018, 04:04 AM	#10
cgtech Over This Interview Is... Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: AZ Posts: 17,449	Re: What to look for on a G16 Gas The G16 frame is very similar design to the G1 for overall construction type, but some of the points that break in the G1 are actually stronger on the G16. So I'm not so sure about that comparison.