Hate to revive this, but I did this exact conversion after watching this video per your recommendations to my ‘98 TXT/DCS, but I’m having issues. The BMS in the Gator is engaging (temporarily cutting power) during acceleration. Cart is completely stock other than tires. The stock controller is capable of drawing up to 300amps max, but the BMS is cutting power from the gator at anything above 150amps, (despite he fact hat the gator is rated for a max amp draw of 300amps for 6 seconds). My questions are: 1- is there any reason that a cart could start drawing more amperage over time? (I ask this because when I first installed the battery a year ago exactly, the BMS would only engage like this after about 8-10 miles of driving, or once the voltage dropped to 42v or below sitting still.) I took the cart to my local cart mechanic shop, and after testing, they said the cart components themselves were in perfect working condition, including the motor/internal brushes, which he said actually look brand new. 2- would you think it’s possible this battery(and particularly the BMS) was bad from the beginning since Im only able to drive full pedal between 42-44 volts? (I’ve spoken with tech support at BB, and they suggested I should be getting 40-50 miles between charges…🤷♂️) 3- could something in the controller be causing more amp draw than this battery can handle? (Which, to me, wouldn’t make since being that the Bb supplied gauge shows 200amps or less at all times.) 4- would adding a 2nd gator be the best solution since that would split the amp draw between the two batteries, thereby reducing the chance for BMS to disconnect the battery under load. PS: when I bought the cart (last year) it came lifted with pretty large aftermarket wheels and tires; they are essentially off a four-wheeler at around 24” tall, front and rear. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Great timing on this video for me. I have a 48 volt 105AH LifePO4 DIY bank taking it's initial charge as I type. It uses 16 EVE 105AH cells. I also have a renogy 300 watt panel as the roof with a Renogy Boost charge controller on it. At this moment the cart still has lead acid batteries in it. 1988 Club Car DS. It was a 36 volt resistor cart I swapped a 48 volt bank in from another cart. It's still the old single solenoid resistor coil system but everything has been working very well. I can't wait to make the Li swap. Waiting on the BMS and a few other pieces yet. I can NOT hardly believe the speed difference you got 5 MPH impressive!
@@Fentertainment Yeah I could take my new setup to 58.4 volts but I don't plan to. I'm trying to see how many years I can make them last so I plan to keep the voltage between 49 and 54 out the outside.
Definitely a bit more pep from the drop in weight as well as the higher voltage. I believe those lithium packs are 40V. Series motors respond directly to voltage. My TXT’s were doing 13 to 14mph and I doubled voltage to 72V, stock motor forklift controller, and my speed increased to 27MPH. These series motors can take a lot of voltage. I’m using 12V deep cycle Walmart batteries, full speed range is about 15 miles. Looking to build a liPo pack. I then added a 7th battery to push me to 84V, carts runs 31MPH, very peppy. I’m m going to try stock wheels this week, I think I’ll be able to smoke them
Nice video, thanks. I recently built a homebrew 36v LifePO4 battery and to make the same conversion for my cart (2004 EZ-Go TXT). I like your idea of the stud junction blocks and will add them to my setup. I didn't think to test the cart speed with the old lead acid batteries but will definitely test them with the new battery. I'm thinking of adding a speed chip as well, so it will be good to know the existing speed.
You tell us not to isolate two of the 6 volt batteries to run the lights due to putting more stress on those two batteries, however you did not mention how / what is the proper way to do it
I just ordered the Allied 2 battery Lithium kit. Their batteries are the exact same size as a Trojan T-105, and drop right in the same spot. Looks like a simple install, should be here in two weeks. Someone said I need to get a balance equalizer. Does anyone know anything about that..?
@@meb3153 Do a search for Allied lithium. 2 batteries with charger was $1900. Expected life span 12 years. I new set of 6 Trojan T-105's would have cost me $1400 with a life span of 4 years.
Any suggestions on where to pick up a project cart at a reasonable price? Ebay is either asking a premium or the cart is junk. It doesn't seem to have a middle ground. Any other sources you use to find something decent? Great content, BTW. 👍
I dont wanna tell me secrets but just ride around your town and look in peoples back yards! I've stood on many porches and asked if they would sell the golf cart sitting in the weeds. Some say yes and some say no. Some are just happy to have it hauled away! Mine and your definition of junk maybe different. There is almost all kinds of usable or resell-able parts from a junk cart.
Would you recommend the Amazon lithium batteries ie: Brand: FLLYROWER FLLYROWER 36V 100AH Lifepo4 Battery Grade A Cells with 100A BMS Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries 4000~15000 Deep Cycles 3840WH Perfect for Golf Cart Trolling Motor RV Camping Car Solar System Which are about 1/2 the price but not sure how long they last?
When taking the wheels off that we’re installed for moving this battery around, I noticed it sounded like one but fell off inside the battery on each corner. Is that something that you experienced as well?
Sooooo, now I'm between this single big battery, or 2 of the enjoybot 36v 100AH. I'm not sure why the two enjoybots are closer to double the capacity, but only $100 more because of their free shipping compared to how expensive Big battery is to ship. If you HAD to choose?
I bought a 1999 36v txt for $2k , it had 3 new 12v deep cycle batteries in it , I only have about 30-45 min ride time on a full charge , then I end up charging it for another 3-5 hours , the cart is in great shape , I feel as I've gotten a good deal on it but i have a hard time paying $2,200 for this battery system given that's more than the cart , so my question to you ryan is , is the another alternative that's cost effective in my situation , can you point a subscriber in a better direction, would like to have Distance on a use . Thanks again
I’ve got a 1996 EZGO DCS cart. I was at a point of needing new batteries. For me, a new set of lead acid batteries, that require monthly maintenance and short warranty, were close to $1,000. The lithium options ranged from $1800-$2200, but required no maintenance and have a longer warranty and longer lifespan, with exceptions of course. Since I have had my cart for a very long time, and have many new parts and components on it, and planned to keep the cart over buying a newer cart, I decided the lithium was the best long term choice for me. Everyone’s situation is different, and I don’t think I would ever get a large return on my investment, but I like my cart, so for me, it was worth it.
My Yamaha cart got flooded during the hurricane with salt water. I am rebuilding it from scratch. Want to buy the 48 v navitas controller and the 400 or 600 amp motor. And the complete wiring harness. If I were to go lithium what battery do you recommend. I need to run 25 mph for about 15 to 20 miles, great videos, you know your carts.
This cart isnt a yamaha but it has the navitas 5kw 600amp ac setup and the big battery 48v falcon elites and it did 35mph for 40 miles. So you shouldnt have a problem doing 25-for 25 miles. th-cam.com/video/loxh2YRgTCA/w-d-xo.html
@@Fentertainment thx for the quick response. Any suggestions on how to rebuild this Yamaha cart with 22 tires. I’m redoing everything from scratch including the wiring hardware, controller, moter, lights. Ignition. Etc. does anyone just sell the whole kit in a bundle. Or do you have to piece it all together. Batteries, controller, motor, wiring.
A note, humbly, At 5:20, you refer to the "charger receptacle", however I believe this is actually the charger D-plug, which is inserted into the cart receptacle, which is connected to the battery pack, located on the cart body and receives the D-plug. Minor terminology point. Also, at 6:20, you remark the "receptacle" can only go together one way, because of "this locator. Square female, and square male". The D-plug can only go together one way, because its shaped like the letter "D", in order to prevent incorrect insertion. The "male locator" you point to is actually a magnet that opens the reed switch located in the receptacle when the D-plug is inserted. This disables the controller so the buggy cannot be moved when the charger is plugged into the cart.
I saw that you cut the wire that runs from the reed switch in the charger receptacle to the forward reverse switch. With that line cut how do you complete / bypass the circuit?
I have a 97 club car ds with the same crown (dead) batteries. I bought them used 5yrs ago. They're done! I ordered 3 Dakota 12v 60ah lithium. I'm done messing around with acid lead. Those Dakotas will outlast me.
I’ve got the same battery in my ezgo. I’m now on my second one. The first one was never really right. Took BB about 6 months to finally realize that. Don’t think I would do it again. I live in a hilly area. I really doubt I could get 5-8 miles out of a charge. Want even pull a small slope with me my wife and 2 small children. I’m going to try a aftermarket controller. Awesome idea on the charging cable. I converted mine to Anderson but would had preferred your way. Thanks for the video and help.
Ryan, can you come up a video of these lithium batteries whether can handle the hill climb test. We love to figure out whether its bms can handle that or not.🍸
Nice job. There are a couple of things I question about the swap. First of all, I doubt that that there will be many conversions where people would install a battery that is 2 or 3 times the value of the cart and secondly I generally question the need for such a large battery in the first place. I know everyone's needs are different, but that battery is probably capable of traveling 50 or 60 miles between charges. I just installed a 35 ah battery in my Club Car that weighs 28 lbs and reaches a top speed of 20.mph with 2 people on board. It will probably give me about 17 miles of range, which I will never use. We do 18 holes of golf and could easily do another 9. Also, the cost is much lower. The lithium battery cost me about the same as 4 good lead acid units. The charger and ancillories are to only additional cost. I would like to see you do a similar swap. Most retailers push big batteries 100 ah or more which is probably overkill for most people. I have yet to see anyone do this on TH-cam.
i purchased 2 of these batteries to run in series on my cushman utility cart project before the company started producing 72v batteries last year. So with these 2 batteries just sitting around once I found this clean 36v cart I jumped on it. As far as the range test, maybe soon we will see what it will do on a series cart.
@@Fentertainment Thanks and of course I understand. However the main point of my post is that I am guessing that most people wanting to convert are like me and don't require such a large and expensive battery battery capable of 50 mile range. The example of the Villages is also reasonable since I assume that a golf cart is the principle means of transportation and that place is huge. I was thinking of doing a TH-cam post myself about my experience with the small battery. However my knowledge of TH-cam and how to create an interesting post is severely lacking. Just hoping that someone else might take up an interest and do it on my behalf.
@@NordicRick HI Rick. I live in Canada where this equipment is more expensive. I got my 35 ah battery from a supplier in Winnipeg. It is called a CanLife and is exclusive to that supplier. The battery was about $1200 which is about the same as 4 decent 12 volt lead acids here. They also carry a 56 ah unit which was sold out when I bought mine. All in with battery, charger, gauge, 48 to 12 voltage transformer and other small stuff with tax came to about $2000. Other suppliers all wanted to sell me 100 ah units. Here they cost between 3 and 4k. So far so good. The new battery is just a little larger than one 12v. I installed it along with the charger and transformer where 2 of the old batteries sat leaving tons of additional storage under the seat.
@@Fentertainment ever had an issue with the breaker tripping on this battery as soon as you press the gas pedal? Installed mine today on my 1996 DCS cart and it trips every time. Can’t figure it out. Contacted Big Battery, still waiting.
If I sell them I will let you know first. I have been thinking of selling off some carts to build more and were going to use these as cores. Just curious to know what you have in mind for old lead though?
I am installing a 36 v lithium in my ezgo. The cart runs fine but I cannot figure how to wire lights etc without blowing then. Presently lights and horn etc are connected to a fuse block with 3 15 amp fuses. There is a green wire coming off the other side which went to the positive of the old 6 v battery pack. I will need to install a voltage reducer . Need advice on how to wire it. Do I get rid of existing fuse block. Can send pics
Love your video and your golf cart can you tell me how to put how fast I’m wrong on my phone I don’t know wow can you explain to me what app to go to appreciate it good video buddy Cajun land Church point Louisiana
I just used a gps speed app that I got from the app store on my phone. If you have apple or android then you can search gps speedometer in your app/play store and then you can choose any one that you would like.
I just use Waze which tells me how fast I'm going. I ask the wife to jump in and tell me how fast I get so I can pay attention to driving with 2 hands.
What ever you get use my code "FENTERTAINMENT" to save money. I will say that I spoke with someone at the company and they are working on a smaller in size 36v battery. Thats all I know at the moment.
You are the EV cart guru. If I were to invest $2,000 in a lithium battery, wouldn't you want to upgrade to 48V or even 72V and also upgrade to a Navitas motor? Go big or go home. Good video.
Not necessarily, some people dont care to run 35+ mph on a golf cart. My parent have a 36v cart and could care less of the speed. They just want longevity and simplicity. I think 48v will be considered low voltage like 36 in the future. Gas continues to rise and who knows what carts will be like. I use my carts now to run to the store or out to eat with family and friends now.
Looks great, glad to see the old series carts getting some love!
We did this...love it. Cart now flies.
Hate to revive this, but I did this exact conversion after watching this video per your recommendations to my ‘98 TXT/DCS, but I’m having issues. The BMS in the Gator is engaging (temporarily cutting power) during acceleration. Cart is completely stock other than tires. The stock controller is capable of drawing up to 300amps max, but the BMS is cutting power from the gator at anything above 150amps, (despite he fact hat the gator is rated for a max amp draw of 300amps for 6 seconds).
My questions are:
1- is there any reason that a cart could start drawing more amperage over time?
(I ask this because when I first installed the battery a year ago exactly, the BMS would only engage like this after about 8-10 miles of driving, or once the voltage dropped to 42v or below sitting still.) I took the cart to my local cart mechanic shop, and after testing, they said the cart components themselves were in perfect working condition, including the motor/internal brushes, which he said actually look brand new.
2- would you think it’s possible this battery(and particularly the BMS) was bad from the beginning since Im only able to drive full pedal between 42-44 volts? (I’ve spoken with tech support at BB, and they suggested I should be getting 40-50 miles between charges…🤷♂️)
3- could something in the controller be causing more amp draw than this battery can handle? (Which, to me, wouldn’t make since being that the Bb supplied gauge shows 200amps or less at all times.)
4- would adding a 2nd gator be the best solution since that would split the amp draw between the two batteries, thereby reducing the chance for BMS to disconnect the battery under load.
PS: when I bought the cart (last year) it came lifted with pretty large aftermarket wheels and tires; they are essentially off a four-wheeler at around 24” tall, front and rear.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Great timing on this video for me. I have a 48 volt 105AH LifePO4 DIY bank taking it's initial charge as I type. It uses 16 EVE 105AH cells. I also have a renogy 300 watt panel as the roof with a Renogy Boost charge controller on it. At this moment the cart still has lead acid batteries in it. 1988 Club Car DS. It was a 36 volt resistor cart I swapped a 48 volt bank in from another cart. It's still the old single solenoid resistor coil system but everything has been working very well. I can't wait to make the Li swap. Waiting on the BMS and a few other pieces yet.
I can NOT hardly believe the speed difference you got 5 MPH impressive!
I agree but then again 6 lead 6v batteries charge to like 38.2 volts I think and this battery will charge up to 44 volts.
@@Fentertainment Yeah I could take my new setup to 58.4 volts but I don't plan to. I'm trying to see how many years I can make them last so I plan to keep the voltage between 49 and 54 out the outside.
Super clean install. Amazing work. Thank you for documenting this process.
Definitely a bit more pep from the drop in weight as well as the higher voltage. I believe those lithium packs are 40V. Series motors respond directly to voltage.
My TXT’s were doing 13 to 14mph and I doubled voltage to 72V, stock motor forklift controller, and my speed increased to 27MPH.
These series motors can take a lot of voltage.
I’m using 12V deep cycle Walmart batteries, full speed range is about 15 miles. Looking to build a liPo pack.
I then added a 7th battery to push me to 84V, carts runs 31MPH, very peppy. I’m m going to try stock wheels this week, I think I’ll be able to smoke them
your not burning up everything with 72v have you took a thermo gun to see if everything is getting to hot
Will increasing your voltage burn up the forward/ reverse switch?
Nice video, thanks. I recently built a homebrew 36v LifePO4 battery and to make the same conversion for my cart (2004 EZ-Go TXT). I like your idea of the stud junction blocks and will add them to my setup.
I didn't think to test the cart speed with the old lead acid batteries but will definitely test them with the new battery. I'm thinking of adding a speed chip as well, so it will be good to know the existing speed.
Do you know how to change that Foward/reverse lever to a panel type switch??
Great video, I have a 08 TXT with lead acid batteries and it's super slow up hills. How does your cart do going up hills with the lithium batteries?
Did you use a 48 volt on a 36 volt cart? How did you work the voltage down for the lights ?
I have a 85 ezgo marathon. Thinking and wondering if it would be worth doing this to it
Did you ever do it I also have a marathon and I’m thinking of doing it
@@alfredosandoval4979 I haven't yet, but mostly because of money, or lack there of lol
thanks for video, but you didn't show what you did with 12 volt items, like lights and radio, but I have a plan
You tell us not to isolate two of the 6 volt batteries to run the lights due to putting more stress on those two batteries, however you did not mention how / what is the proper way to do it
Im sorry, I have a video on it. th-cam.com/video/P-6Q-0hFB8Y/w-d-xo.html
Could you recommend a cart to upgrade? What’s the best and most cost efficient cart to upgrade?
I have the same setup in my 36v txt
Is benefit to upgrading wiring in quick connects and to motor to 2awg wiring??
What size battery stud did you use ?
I just ordered the Allied 2 battery Lithium kit. Their batteries are the exact same size as a Trojan T-105, and drop right in the same spot. Looks like a simple install, should be here in two weeks. Someone said I need to get a balance equalizer. Does anyone know anything about that..?
They are not showing any dealers... Where did you order yours from? How much was it? Thanks!
@@meb3153 Do a search for Allied lithium. 2 batteries with charger was $1900. Expected life span 12 years. I new set of 6 Trojan T-105's would have cost me $1400 with a life span of 4 years.
Any suggestions on where to pick up a project cart at a reasonable price? Ebay is either asking a premium or the cart is junk. It doesn't seem to have a middle ground. Any other sources you use to find something decent? Great content, BTW. 👍
I dont wanna tell me secrets but just ride around your town and look in peoples back yards! I've stood on many porches and asked if they would sell the golf cart sitting in the weeds. Some say yes and some say no. Some are just happy to have it hauled away! Mine and your definition of junk maybe different. There is almost all kinds of usable or resell-able parts from a junk cart.
Where are you located to get the gamecock cart? I live in Spartanburg sc. great video .
Would you recommend the Amazon lithium batteries ie: Brand: FLLYROWER
FLLYROWER 36V 100AH Lifepo4 Battery Grade A Cells with 100A BMS Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries 4000~15000 Deep Cycles 3840WH Perfect for Golf Cart Trolling Motor RV Camping Car Solar System
Which are about 1/2 the price but not sure how long they last?
When taking the wheels off that we’re installed for moving this battery around, I noticed it sounded like one but fell off inside the battery on each corner. Is that something that you experienced as well?
Sooooo, now I'm between this single big battery, or 2 of the enjoybot 36v 100AH. I'm not sure why the two enjoybots are closer to double the capacity, but only $100 more because of their free shipping compared to how expensive Big battery is to ship.
If you HAD to choose?
save 10% with the big battery coupon code "FENTERTAINMENT"
So did you not change the controller on this old cart to get the batteries to work?
Why would you change the controller? It’s just a lithium battery.
How do you run the 12 volt accessories?
I did a video on that also - th-cam.com/video/P-6Q-0hFB8Y/w-d-xo.html
Nice video man keep up the great work!
Thank You!
I’m thinking about putting a 6 inch lift on my 08 Club car Precedent I’m finally thinking about fixing it up
I bought a 1999 36v txt for $2k , it had 3 new 12v deep cycle batteries in it , I only have about 30-45 min ride time on a full charge , then I end up charging it for another 3-5 hours , the cart is in great shape , I feel as I've gotten a good deal on it but i have a hard time paying $2,200 for this battery system given that's more than the cart , so my question to you ryan is , is the another alternative that's cost effective in my situation , can you point a subscriber in a better direction, would like to have Distance on a use . Thanks again
I’ve got a 1996 EZGO DCS cart. I was at a point of needing new batteries. For me, a new set of lead acid batteries, that require monthly maintenance and short warranty, were close to $1,000. The lithium options ranged from $1800-$2200, but required no maintenance and have a longer warranty and longer lifespan, with exceptions of course. Since I have had my cart for a very long time, and have many new parts and components on it, and planned to keep the cart over buying a newer cart, I decided the lithium was the best long term choice for me. Everyone’s situation is different, and I don’t think I would ever get a large return on my investment, but I like my cart, so for me, it was worth it.
Did you go with Dakota or which brand? Thanks@@Mr_and_Mrs_Smith
Hi 10 percent on batteries that cost the price of a car reall?
My Yamaha cart got flooded during the hurricane with salt water. I am rebuilding it from scratch. Want to buy the 48 v navitas controller and the 400 or 600 amp motor. And the complete wiring harness. If I were to go lithium what battery do you recommend. I need to run 25 mph for about 15 to 20 miles, great videos, you know your carts.
This cart isnt a yamaha but it has the navitas 5kw 600amp ac setup and the big battery 48v falcon elites and it did 35mph for 40 miles. So you shouldnt have a problem doing 25-for 25 miles.
th-cam.com/video/loxh2YRgTCA/w-d-xo.html
@@Fentertainment thx for the quick response. Any suggestions on how to rebuild this Yamaha cart with 22 tires. I’m redoing everything from scratch including the wiring hardware, controller, moter, lights. Ignition. Etc. does anyone just sell the whole kit in a bundle. Or do you have to piece it all together. Batteries, controller, motor, wiring.
Where can I find the kit to hook up my lithium battery I have a 2017 club car president?
What kit?
@@Fentertainment I need everything to hook up the lithium battery i the 105 Lithium battery I need charger and what ever it takes to install
I used an Aims Power 36/48 volt charger for mine. Also got a TR16 battery monitor gauge and a 48 to 12 volt reducer to run accessorie.
How much did you pay for that cart and where did you find it?
A note, humbly,
At 5:20, you refer to the "charger receptacle", however I believe this is actually the charger D-plug, which is inserted into the cart receptacle, which is connected to the battery pack, located on the cart body and receives the D-plug. Minor terminology point.
Also, at 6:20, you remark the "receptacle" can only go together one way, because of "this locator. Square female, and square male". The D-plug can only go together one way, because its shaped like the letter "D", in order to prevent incorrect insertion. The "male locator" you point to is actually a magnet that opens the reed switch located in the receptacle when the D-plug is inserted. This disables the controller so the buggy cannot be moved when the charger is plugged into the cart.
I saw that you cut the wire that runs from the reed switch in the charger receptacle to the forward reverse switch. With that line cut how do you complete / bypass the circuit?
Very cool! What part of South Carolina are you in?
I have a 97 club car ds with the same crown (dead) batteries. I bought them used 5yrs ago. They're done! I ordered 3 Dakota 12v 60ah lithium. I'm done messing around with acid lead. Those Dakotas will outlast me.
How long do the batteries last before needing a charge?
I’ve got the same battery in my ezgo. I’m now on my second one. The first one was never really right. Took BB about 6 months to finally realize that. Don’t think I would do it again. I live in a hilly area. I really doubt I could get 5-8 miles out of a charge. Want even pull a small slope with me my wife and 2 small children. I’m going to try a aftermarket controller.
Awesome idea on the charging cable. I converted mine to Anderson but would had preferred your way.
Thanks for the video and help.
I have an older EzGo golf cart with six 6 volt batteries so is this convertible to lithium battery power ?
Conversion
36V Lithium battery is best for replacement six 6volt
Ryan, can you come up a video of these lithium batteries whether can handle the hill climb test. We love to figure out whether its bms can handle that or not.🍸
Where I live is flat land.
@@Fentertainment never mind, just curious..
Should I leave my non lithium club car plugged in all the time when it’s not in use?
If you have an intelligent charger that will trickle charge it to keep batteries topped up but not boil them, yes
36 volt controller with 48 volt battery pack?
It’s not a 36v or 48v battery, It’s like 42.5v.
Nice job. There are a couple of things I question about the swap. First of all, I doubt that that there will be many conversions where people would install a battery that is 2 or 3 times the value of the cart and secondly I generally question the need for such a large battery in the first place. I know everyone's needs are different, but that battery is probably capable of traveling 50 or 60 miles between charges. I just installed a 35 ah battery in my Club Car that weighs 28 lbs and reaches a top speed of 20.mph with 2 people on board. It will probably give me about 17 miles of range, which I will never use. We do 18 holes of golf and could easily do another 9. Also, the cost is much lower. The lithium battery cost me about the same as 4 good lead acid units. The charger and ancillories are to only additional cost.
I would like to see you do a similar swap. Most retailers push big batteries 100 ah or more which is probably overkill for most people. I have yet to see anyone do this on TH-cam.
I am moving to the Villages, FL. Range is max concern. I will only do lithium because I need 50 mile range per day. Needs are different for us all.
i purchased 2 of these batteries to run in series on my cushman utility cart project before the company started producing 72v batteries last year. So with these 2 batteries just sitting around once I found this clean 36v cart I jumped on it. As far as the range test, maybe soon we will see what it will do on a series cart.
@@Fentertainment Thanks and of course I understand. However the main point of my post is that I am guessing that most people wanting to convert are like me and don't require such a large and expensive battery battery capable of 50 mile range. The example of the Villages is also reasonable since I assume that a golf cart is the principle means of transportation and that place is huge.
I was thinking of doing a TH-cam post myself about my experience with the small battery. However my knowledge of TH-cam and how to create an interesting post is severely lacking. Just hoping that someone else might take up an interest and do it on my behalf.
Dave what battery did you end up going with? What was the cost? Thanks in advance.
@@NordicRick HI Rick. I live in Canada where this equipment is more expensive. I got my 35 ah battery from a supplier in Winnipeg. It is called a CanLife and is exclusive to that supplier. The battery was about $1200 which is about the same as 4 decent 12 volt lead acids here. They also carry a 56 ah unit which was sold out when I bought mine. All in with battery, charger, gauge, 48 to 12 voltage transformer and other small stuff with tax came to about $2000. Other suppliers all wanted to sell me 100 ah units. Here they cost between 3 and 4k.
So far so good. The new battery is just a little larger than one 12v. I installed it along with the charger and transformer where 2 of the old batteries sat leaving tons of additional storage under the seat.
Would be interesting to see what kind of range you get with this battery as well.
Might have to do another cart. I recently sold this one but kept the battery.
@@Fentertainment ever had an issue with the breaker tripping on this battery as soon as you press the gas pedal? Installed mine today on my 1996 DCS cart and it trips every time. Can’t figure it out. Contacted Big Battery, still waiting.
Resolved. Bad controller. Great folks over at Big Battery! Glad I went with them. I got more torque and gained about 5 mph!
@@Mr_and_Mrs_Smith What controller did you use to repair? Did you upgrade or do a like for like?
@@scottsimon4335 Sorry for the delay. I replaced it with the same, 1206sx. I wish I would have upgraded at that time.
That ol’ cart is in pretty good shape. Any plans for the old lead? I would be interested.
If I sell them I will let you know first. I have been thinking of selling off some carts to build more and were going to use these as cores. Just curious to know what you have in mind for old lead though?
@@Fentertainment probably about what you would get for the cores. Hahaha.
@@RBallarddesigns no I mean what would you use them for?
@@Fentertainment oh. Haha. I have a 36v DS I want to start using and rebuilding
Great video as always!
Are you in South Carolina?
I am installing a 36 v lithium in my ezgo. The cart runs fine but I cannot figure how to wire lights etc without blowing then.
Presently lights and horn etc are connected to a fuse block with 3 15 amp fuses. There is a green wire coming off the other side which went to the positive of the old 6 v battery pack. I will need to install a voltage reducer . Need advice on how to wire it. Do I get rid of existing fuse block. Can send pics
Love your video and your golf cart can you tell me how to put how fast I’m wrong on my phone I don’t know wow can you explain to me what app to go to appreciate it good video buddy Cajun land Church point Louisiana
I just used a gps speed app that I got from the app store on my phone. If you have apple or android then you can search gps speedometer in your app/play store and then you can choose any one that you would like.
I just use Waze which tells me how fast I'm going. I ask the wife to jump in and tell me how fast I get so I can pay attention to driving with 2 hands.
That's the battery I'm wanting get for my Txt 36v How much does the battery cost mine is a 2000 Ezgo Thanks bud
What ever you get use my code "FENTERTAINMENT" to save money. I will say that I spoke with someone at the company and they are working on a smaller in size 36v battery. Thats all I know at the moment.
I bought one for my 1996 EZGO TXT DCS cart. Expect to spend $2200 with the charger and cables.
i need to do this but am scared to fuck somenthing up lol
You are the EV cart guru. If I were to invest $2,000 in a lithium battery, wouldn't you want to upgrade to 48V or even 72V and also upgrade to a Navitas motor? Go big or go home. Good video.
Not necessarily, some people dont care to run 35+ mph on a golf cart. My parent have a 36v cart and could care less of the speed. They just want longevity and simplicity. I think 48v will be considered low voltage like 36 in the future. Gas continues to rise and who knows what carts will be like. I use my carts now to run to the store or out to eat with family and friends now.