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orangeman6 · 01-27-2017, 04:06 PM

Looks like it could be a fun project. Post as you go and ask plenty of questions , along with using the search feature. There are a whole bunch of threads on people's rebuilds.

My only experience with carts, other than driving them, is rebuilding my 2001. While I still don't know much, I was able to get it done with the help of this forum and it was pretty fun. Trust me, if I could figure it out, you can and you'll save some $, along with having the satisfaction.

If I were you, I'd strip it down to the frame to start with. You've most likely got some rust and corrosion issues to take care of. Clean and paint the entire frame with por 15. From there, you can assess and repair/ replace the wiring harness, lube all fittings, replace bushings, change diff fluid, etc. At some point, you'll need to decide what exactly you want the cart to be able to do, and how you'll use it. That will dictate what you do about replacing the parts to make it go.

Good luck, and more luck not going crazy with what you want to do with it.

01-27-2017, 04:06 PM	#3
orangeman6 Gone Wild Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Northern California Posts: 1,300	Re: 1997 EZ Go Medalist Rebuild Looks like it could be a fun project. Post as you go and ask plenty of questions , along with using the search feature. There are a whole bunch of threads on people's rebuilds. My only experience with carts, other than driving them, is rebuilding my 2001. While I still don't know much, I was able to get it done with the help of this forum and it was pretty fun. Trust me, if I could figure it out, you can and you'll save some $, along with having the satisfaction. If I were you, I'd strip it down to the frame to start with. You've most likely got some rust and corrosion issues to take care of. Clean and paint the entire frame with por 15. From there, you can assess and repair/ replace the wiring harness, lube all fittings, replace bushings, change diff fluid, etc. At some point, you'll need to decide what exactly you want the cart to be able to do, and how you'll use it. That will dictate what you do about replacing the parts to make it go. Good luck, and more luck not going crazy with what you want to do with it.