golf cart advice

8gv · 08-22-2021, 08:34 AM

Gas vs electric is a bit like Ford vs Chevy.

One consideration is the path from the house to the lake.

Is the grade consistent?

Are there any areas steep enough to require a switch back?

What is the ground surface?

Is it packed well enough to prevent wheel spin or ruts?

FWIW... I have an electric EZGO from Five Star.

This year I replaced the batteries myself after seven years if service.

They cost $1,000.

Another few years may have been in them but I foolishly let the water get below the plates and was concerned that a refill and charge might not work out and we had company coming.

I plan to check and replenish the water in the new ones twice a season.

FlyingScot · 08-22-2021, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by 8gv

This year I replaced the batteries myself after seven years if service.

They cost $1,000.

Another few years may have been in them but I foolishly let the water get below the plates and was concerned that a refill and charge might not work out and we had company coming.

I plan to check and replenish the water in the new ones twice a season.

Avoiding the hassle of gas for $150/year seems like a good deal to me, especially since the electric's going to be cheaper per mile to charge

Ricky g · 08-22-2021, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 8gv

Gas vs electric is a bit like Ford vs Chevy.

One consideration is the path from the house to the lake.

Is the grade consistent?

Are there any areas steep enough to require a switch back?

What is the ground surface?

Is it packed well enough to prevent wheel spin or ruts?

FWIW... I have an electric EZGO from Five Star.

This year I replaced the batteries myself after seven years if service.

They cost $1,000.

Another few years may have been in them but I foolishly let the water get below the plates and was concerned that a refill and charge might not work out and we had company coming.

I plan to check and replenish the water in the new ones twice a season.

The one in Tilton’s photo is what I’m looking for, with the the flip down back seat. I’d probably want beefier tires/ suspension. Our path is gravely and a bit steeper at the top. It’s packed well but tire slippage is a consideration. It’s not a switch back but on an angle across the property instead of straight up.

The reason I question gas v electric is only because, when I’ve played golf, gas ones have seemed more powerful. If electric can get up the hill easily, that would great.
I’ve passed a house on rt. 3 in Laconia with used carts out front for$5500-6000. Seemed high. Sounds like I’m tabling a ride to five star.

Descant · 08-22-2021, 11:25 PM

I'm curious as to where you really ate, since you think you'll have to carry gas instead of driving to a gas dock.
Would an OHRV perform better? Usually suited for more rugged terrain than a golf cart. You could use it in the winter on the ice, etc.

mswlogo · 08-23-2021, 02:14 AM

We have an electric Club Car President.
We bought it used. Still had original batteries.
I think I paid like $3K or so and the batteries had like 2 years left to them
I just replaced them. And bought them at that place Laconia ($800 if I recall)
I love the electric. No smell no noise.
Whole family loves it, including the dogs.
Every time I open the garage, one of my dogs runs in and jumps into the golf cart.
Because when ever we use it, it’s usually for fun.

It’s great to carry crap in. Think of it as a massive cooler on wheels.

Here she is waiting to go have some fun.

thinkxingu · 08-23-2021, 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Descant

I'm curious as to where you really ate, since you think you'll have to carry gas instead of driving to a gas dock.

Would an OHRV perform better? Usually suited for more rugged terrain than a golf cart. You could use it in the winter on the ice, etc.

That may not be a bad idea, especially if the OP would enjoy using it recreationally. We can't use gas vehicles at my camp, but if we could I'd be all over a side-by-side that could serve dual purpose in Jericho or on local trails.

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Liquorish · 08-23-2021, 07:37 AM

Five Star on union ave, Laconia. Always have many to choose from. Having had both gas and electric, I preferred electric. Quieter, and actually seemed quicker, no lag as with the gas version.

tbonies · 08-23-2021, 07:59 AM

Five Star also has incredible service, even for residential customers. I bought a used Yamaha 10 years ago with new batteries. The batteries were well maintained and lasted until this year. Five Star was out in 2 days to replace them.

chasedawg · 08-23-2021, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Ricky g

The one in Tilton’s photo is what I’m looking for, with the the flip down back seat. I’d probably want beefier tires/ suspension. Our path is gravely and a bit steeper at the top. It’s packed well but tire slippage is a consideration. It’s not a switch back but on an angle across the property instead of straight up.

The reason I question gas v electric is only because, when I’ve played golf, gas ones have seemed more powerful. If electric can get up the hill easily, that would great.
I’ve passed a house on rt. 3 in Laconia with used carts out front for$5500-6000. Seemed high. Sounds like I’m tabling a ride to five star.

When you go to Five star ask about electric AC motor. When you tell them about your application includes a hill they will probably recommend AC motor. The advantage of AC motor is they are stronger going up and down hills. There isn't a separate emergency brake. Once the cart is stopped the electric motor locks the cart from moving. Check out ICON web site ICONEV.com It comes standard with AC motor, 10" Wheels, Four wheel disc brakes, hi speed rear end, built in electric charging system... no need for separate charger. It carries a 2 year warranty and is street legal.

RTTOOL · 08-23-2021, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by chasedawg

When you go to Five star ask about electric AC motor. When you tell them about your application includes a hill they will probably recommend AC motor. The advantage of AC motor is they are stronger going up and down hills. There isn't a separate emergency brake. Once the cart is stopped the electric motor locks the cart from moving. Check out ICON web site ICONEV.com It comes standard with AC motor, 10" Wheels, Four wheel disc brakes, hi speed rear end, built in electric charging system... no need for separate charger. It carries a 2 year warranty and is street legal.

Not in New Hampshire. New Hampshire requires vin and golf carts are not Legal to ride on public roads..
To be on a public way, LSVs must be registered, titled, insured, and inspected. If an electrical motor or batteries solely powers the vehicle, no emissions test is required. If, however, the LSV is liquid-fueled, the emissions test is required.https://golfcarts.org/new-hampshire-...Transportation

ThePlut · 08-23-2021, 12:01 PM

I also recommend 5 star golf cars in Laconia. I believe they sell both new carts and lease carts to golf courses, then take them back after 3/4 years and refurbish them with new batteries, new bodies, new tires, etc... Pretty much anything you want.

If you talk them about your situation, distance, elevation changes, terrain, I have no doubt they will direct you to the appropriate vehicle.

We purchased a cart from them last year, all electric, 4 batteries, following all of their recommendations, and it's performed excellently.

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08-22-2021, 08:34 AM	#1
8gv Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2,230 Thanks: 63 Thanked 773 Times in 504 Posts	Gas vs electric is a bit like Ford vs Chevy. One consideration is the path from the house to the lake. Is the grade consistent? Are there any areas steep enough to require a switch back? What is the ground surface? Is it packed well enough to prevent wheel spin or ruts? FWIW... I have an electric EZGO from Five Star. This year I replaced the batteries myself after seven years if service. They cost $1,000. Another few years may have been in them but I foolishly let the water get below the plates and was concerned that a refill and charge might not work out and we had company coming. I plan to check and replenish the water in the new ones twice a season.

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08-23-2021, 02:14 AM	#5
mswlogo Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 660 Thanks: 196 Thanked 224 Times in 143 Posts	We have an electric Club Car President. We bought it used. Still had original batteries. I think I paid like $3K or so and the batteries had like 2 years left to them I just replaced them. And bought them at that place Laconia ($800 if I recall) I love the electric. No smell no noise. Whole family loves it, including the dogs. Every time I open the garage, one of my dogs runs in and jumps into the golf cart. Because when ever we use it, it’s usually for fun. It’s great to carry crap in. Think of it as a massive cooler on wheels. Here she is waiting to go have some fun.

08-23-2021, 07:37 AM	#7
Liquorish Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Medfield Ma & Meredith Nh Posts: 93 Thanks: 8 Thanked 14 Times in 12 Posts	Five Star on union ave, Laconia. Always have many to choose from. Having had both gas and electric, I preferred electric. Quieter, and actually seemed quicker, no lag as with the gas version.

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tbonies Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Anchorage, Al Posts: 150 Thanks: 58 Thanked 72 Times in 36 Posts	Five Star also has incredible service, even for residential customers. I bought a used Yamaha 10 years ago with new batteries. The batteries were well maintained and lasted until this year. Five Star was out in 2 days to replace them.

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08-23-2021, 12:01 PM	#11
ThePlut Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 150 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 11 Posts	I also recommend 5 star golf cars in Laconia. I believe they sell both new carts and lease carts to golf courses, then take them back after 3/4 years and refurbish them with new batteries, new bodies, new tires, etc... Pretty much anything you want. If you talk them about your situation, distance, elevation changes, terrain, I have no doubt they will direct you to the appropriate vehicle. We purchased a cart from them last year, all electric, 4 batteries, following all of their recommendations, and it's performed excellently.