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Old 01-08-2017, 11:46 AM   #1
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So I think I have a 1976 ezgo that was given to me.reason why I think this is because the drive clutch is parallel to the rear axle. Its a 2 cycle with a robin engine but I'm have problems with it. Was thinking about just doing a swap because I can't find much about this old of a cart. My question is has anybody done one this old? 2 what will I need?3 does anybody make a kit for this?
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Old 01-09-2017, 11:43 AM   #2
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Default Re: 1976 ez go swap questions

unfortunately, the swap isn't so easy with those older 2-strokes because the engine actually ran backwards to give the cart reverse gear (the transaxle has no provision for shifting) so You generally end up with a cart that has no reverse if You swap motors ...
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Old 01-09-2017, 02:26 PM   #3
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Does anyone know if the engine cradles that VegasCarts sell fit it!
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Old 01-09-2017, 03:15 PM   #4
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the cradles from VC are designed for the late-model Marathon with the shifting transaxle (1993 and up) so even though a cradle swap is possible, your engine is going to be oriented 90 degrees from your driven clutch which unfortunately, will not work. If You are hell-bent on swapping another motor, it's best to look around for a late-model Marathon transaxle to start with (or an early TXT will also fit with some minor modifications) - it is next to impossible to swap engines with that older transaxle and even if You figure it all out, You're still stuck with no reverse gear.
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Old 01-09-2017, 07:16 PM   #5
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Well on that note when I got it the drive clutch was taken apart. I got one spring and a what I think is a weight and a cover does anybody know how it all goes back together?
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magnum44cdrivep.gif

This is the diagram for the 40/44 series drive clutch (which should be the one on your cart)
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Old 01-11-2017, 07:43 PM   #7
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I have a 1983 and just bought a drive clutch for mine, $230.00 including the shipping. Came complete. You can find it here if you're interested:
http://blockbustergolfcarts.com/driv...le1976-88.aspx
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Old 01-14-2017, 10:53 AM   #8
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