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02-24-2021, 08:25 AM | #1 |
Not Yet Wild
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Marathon motor/axle swap...is it possible?
I have a 1980 Ezgo marathon that’s in decent shape. I’ve also stumbled upon a 1994 utility marathon for parts. My marathon has a bizarre motor / axle setup that the motor is out in front of the the axle...haven’t seen this type of setup before. I’d like to see if I can use the newer motor / axle with my older resistor setup or will that cause problems? It looks like the 1994 axle itself will swap in no problem.
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02-24-2021, 10:32 AM | #2 |
Gone Wild
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Saint Petersburg, FL
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Re: Marathon motor/axle swap...is it possible?
Check the brake cables. You may have to swap the brakes or modify the new ones, I'm not sure. If the newer axle will bolt on AND if the newer motor is still 36V then it will work just fine. I do not know if the utility marathon had a higher gear ratio, if it did then you will see a reduction in speed. If it didn't then it'll be the same speed.
Let me ask though, is there a reason you need to switch? Is the motor on your old cart not working or having issues? |
02-24-2021, 12:34 PM | #3 |
Not Yet Wild
Join Date: Sep 2015
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Re: Marathon motor/axle swap...is it possible?
The reason I’m looking at swapping is I’m not seeing very much information or parts availability on the 1980 rear end...like brakes and whatnot. I figured I had the new style stuff laying around, why not try and put it to use.
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