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11-08-2011, 12:54 PM | #11 | |
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Re: 1996 DCS--Solenoid Clicks Won't Move
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11-08-2011, 02:18 PM | #12 |
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Re: 1996 DCS--Solenoid Clicks Won't Move
I did plug the charger in overnight to charge the new batteries. The charger had turned off by the morning and then I took the reading.
I will drive the cart to discharge the batteries and recharge them as directed in the link you provided......but first I have to get this thing to move. Do you guys agree that based upon my trouble shooting that I have a solenoid issue? Or could there be more that I'm missing? |
11-08-2011, 07:02 PM | #13 | |
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Re: 1996 DCS--Solenoid Clicks Won't Move
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Place Run/Tow switch in Tow. Disconnect BL+ at battery pack. Disconnect one end of Resistor/diode form either of the solenoid's main terminals. The Diode is polarized, so do take both ends off or there is a possibility of re-installing it backwards. Measure continuity between main terminals. There should not be any. If there is, the contacts are welded closed. However, that would make your cart continue to move (creep slowly) with the pedal up, which isn't the problem you are experiencing. Chances are, as others have suggested, the controller is blown. Suggest an aftermarket one be installed, stock DCS controllers are know for their many failures. |
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11-10-2011, 11:14 AM | #14 |
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Re: 1996 DCS--Solenoid Clicks Won't Move
The troubleshooting shows that I have the same voltage on both the controller side and battery side of my solenoid so I'm going to go ahead and replace the solenoid. My cart is lifted and has 20" tires. I use the cart only on paved roads to run around the neighborhood. With that in mind.....do I need anything more than a 50 amp?
I will also be replacing the controller as everyone on here seems to think that it's blown and now that I've read through these threads it appears that these DCS controllers are known to fail especially when the cart is operated at low voltages....which mine has been multiple times. After dropping $700 on batteries I'm about tapped on what I can continue to drop into this cart. Are rebuilt controllers any good or do I drop the extra $100 and buy a new one? I know everyone will tell me to buy an aftermarket controller, but do I need more than 300 amp for what I use my cart for? Any suggestions on the model controller I need and the cheapest place to find one online? |
11-10-2011, 11:22 AM | #15 |
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Re: 1996 DCS--Solenoid Clicks Won't Move
Your solenoid may not be bad if you did not remove the resistor before the test you will get pre-charge voltage readings..
You do not need more than a stock rebuilt control to operate a stock cart on groomed trails... anything beyond what you see on a golf course will require an upgraded controller, solenoid, and cables. There are many rebuilders out there, I suggest FSIP. Find a dealer near you The cheapest controller is going to be as good as the cheapest AM/FM radio you can find. There are alot of ways to cut corners in electronic components. |
11-10-2011, 01:29 PM | #16 |
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Re: 1996 DCS--Solenoid Clicks Won't Move
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MakeTrack=true
Will this work for me? Which Alltrax controller should be used in my 1996 DCS? |
11-10-2011, 02:16 PM | #17 |
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Re: 1996 DCS--Solenoid Clicks Won't Move
No that controller is for series carts, you have a DCS. look here, these controllers include a new heavy duty solenoid so you can fix both possible issues.
http://www.cartsunlimited.net/Custom_Options.html scroll down to DCS carts. I would recommend the 400 amp alltrax. |
11-10-2011, 02:20 PM | #18 |
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Re: 1996 DCS--Solenoid Clicks Won't Move
Also, stock controllers don't like big tyres, the stock controllers were made for golf course use with 18" tyres. As yours is lifted, I would highly recommend upgrading the controller, even if your controller is good I would still go ahead anyway because the stock controller will die eventually with those wheels.
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11-18-2011, 12:44 PM | #19 |
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Re: 1996 DCS--Solenoid Clicks Won't Move
Okay....so I've found the controller that I'll be ordering. I'm getting the 400 amp Alltrax DCX400. My cart does have a lift kit and 20" tires but I only use it on the street in my neighborhood so I think the 400 will be adequate. If I do replace my solenoid is there a particular one that I should get since I'm upgrading my controller?
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11-18-2011, 01:37 PM | #20 |
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Re: 1996 DCS--Solenoid Clicks Won't Move
That DCX400 should run those 20" tires around the neighborhood just fine.
Personally, if the solenoid is good, I'd run it until it failed, then upgrade to something a little heavier. |
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