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Old 09-10-2009, 04:02 PM   #1
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Default Engine Replacement for 2003 EZ-GO ST480

The engine in my 2003 EZ-GO ST 480 was damaged beyond repair due to lack of oil. The mechanic says it absolutely cannot be rebuilt. The shopezgo.com website will not sell engines directly to a consumer and directed me to the local EZ-GO dealer. I was quoted $2,790 for a replacement through the local EZ-GO dealer!!! That is just for the engine; not installation etc. Cart Parts Plus told me that their EZ-GO engine upgrade kits will not work for an ST 480. Does anyone have a less expensive solution for getting a replacement engine for a 2003 EZ-GO ST480? I am told that the B&S Vanguard engine in the ST480 is a "special make up just for EZ-GO". I can't figure out why B&S would go to the trouble to do a special make up when they already have about 7 other 16.0 hp Vanguard engines commercially available.
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Old 09-10-2009, 04:08 PM   #2
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Default Re: Engine Replacement for 2003 EZ-GO ST480

I'll do some checking for you. - I do know that that motor was out of stock recently. I'm making some calls right now...

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Old 09-10-2009, 04:35 PM   #3
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Found one - Only ONE available - Yes, I have an insider at service parts...

214/732-3008 is my cell

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Old 09-10-2009, 10:00 PM   #4
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$2790 is kinda cheap, especially for that engine.
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Old 09-10-2009, 10:02 PM   #5
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How much is your budget for a LESS expensive solution... we are talking here about the WHOLE new motor... the 2700+ price is correct for that motor, anything under 2500 is jump on it if your're lucky to find it b/c that's a hard one to find.
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Old 09-10-2009, 10:05 PM   #6
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Default Re: Engine Replacement for 2003 EZ-GO ST480

I can put a B&S 7.5 lawnmower engine in it for $795
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Old 09-10-2009, 10:16 PM   #7
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I found the LAST ONE they had and will sell it to whoever needs it (BGW only) for $2,000.00 plus shipping.

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Old 09-10-2009, 10:19 PM   #8
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I found the LAST ONE they had and will sell it to whoever needs it (BGW only) for $2,000.00 plus shipping.
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Old 09-10-2009, 10:23 PM   #9
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What the heck is THAT?????? Dirty South when he sits on the hot end of the TIG welder?

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Old 09-10-2009, 10:28 PM   #10
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That price is a bye bye engine from your shop yesterday my friend!!! cchanley where are you!?!?
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