lifted club cars - lifted ezgo
Home FAQDonate Who's Online
Go Back   Buggies Gone Wild Golf Cart Forum > Golf Cart Repair and Troubleshooting > Electric EZGO
Electric EZGO Electric EZ GO Marathon, Medalist, TXT and RXV.



Post New Thread  Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 07-22-2009, 09:41 AM   #1
infospecs
Not Yet Wild
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 30
Default 2004 PDS losing power

I have a lifted 2004 PDS with 2005 batteries. I was mistakenly charging them through an extension cord at first and once I plugged directly into an outlet my performance did increase. However, I still think that unit is somewhat sluggish and if loaded with 4 adults will have a hard time going up even a small incline. I have checked my battery levels and cables and all looks good. It has the torque and speed chip installed. The person that I bought the cart from has made many changes to it, changed the gear ratio, lifted added back seat, etc. Also it seems that the power level on my built in gauge does drop rather quickly, I can get approx 2-3 hours of continuous driving. That is only an estimate though; i have it at out camp ground that does have many hills. Thanks in advance.
infospecs is offline   Reply With Quote
Alt Today
BGW

Golf car forum Sponsored Links

__________________
This advertising will not be shown in this way to registered members.
Register your free account today and become a member on Buggies Gone Wild Golf Cart Forum
   
Old 07-22-2009, 09:56 AM   #2
scottyb
Happy Carting
 
scottyb's Avatar
E-Z-GO
 
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Southern California
Posts: 73,356
Default Re: 2004 PDS losing power

Welcome to bgw ........ there are many typical golf cart misconceptions.

Quote:
2004 PDS losing power

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
I have a lifted 2004 PDS with 2005 batteries. I was mistakenly charging them through an extension cord at first and once I plugged directly into an outlet my performance did increase. However, I still think that unit is somewhat sluggish and if loaded with 4 adults will have a hard time going up even a small incline. I have checked my battery levels and cables and all looks good. It has the torque and speed chip installed. The person that I bought the cart from has made many changes to it, changed the gear ratio, lifted added back seat, etc. Also it seems that the power level on my built in gauge does drop rather quickly, I can get approx 2-3 hours of continuous driving. That is only an estimate though; i have it at out camp ground that does have many hills. .... end Quote


1. You have to remember what the cart was designed to do. Carry 2 men over mild terrain for a round of golf. 90 minutes run time max.
It sounds like all of your modifications are acting against this original design..... it now carries a 100# rear seat and 2 extra men. It has bigger tires which require more force to turn. It has taller gears which require more power to turn. and you are no longer on mild terrain but, lots of hills. And your batteries are 4 yrs old....

Get a hydrometer and test those batteries.... My guess is they are about done in.
scottyb is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-10-2009, 09:40 PM   #3
infospecs
Not Yet Wild
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 30
Default Re: 2004 PDS losing power

Well the riding season is almost over, except maybe for some sled pulling on the snow. I am still having power issues. I understand Scottyb's reasoning and it makes sense. I have a new symptom though, the controller (I am assuming it is the controller, it is where the pds chip plugs into) cover is getting very warm. When this happens the cart will basically shut down. By flipping the tow / run switch I can get the cart to run again for a minute or so. So my new question is, do I need new batteries or a new controller or motor?

Thanks,
Chris
infospecs is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-10-2009, 09:46 PM   #4
mikesmotortoys
Gone Wild
 
mikesmotortoys's Avatar
E-Z-GO
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Rockwall, Texas (Dallas / Ft. Worth)
Posts: 7,077
Default Re: 2004 PDS losing power

You're going to have to replace the controller with one that doesn't go into thermal overload. Alltrax 400 is the best all around option for the money. We've set quite a few members up with that, as well as the much needed 4 gauge cable set, too...

Factory EZGO - Bad Boy Buggy - Dixie Chopper Mowers
mikesmotortoys is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-10-2009, 10:14 PM   #5
infospecs
Not Yet Wild
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 30
Default Re: 2004 PDS losing power

Thanks for the info. Do I need a new motor also or just a controller? Does the controller have the same speed chips as the factory one?
infospecs is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-10-2009, 10:16 PM   #6
mikesmotortoys
Gone Wild
 
mikesmotortoys's Avatar
E-Z-GO
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Rockwall, Texas (Dallas / Ft. Worth)
Posts: 7,077
Default Re: 2004 PDS losing power

Quote:
Originally Posted by infospecs View Post
Thanks for the info. Do I need a new motor also or just a controller? Does the controller have the same speed chips as the factory one?
No - you will no longer need the chips. You will also eliminate the speed sensor (just won't hook it up).

You should also get a complete set of 4 gauge cables to aide in controlling heat and moving current...

Factory EZGO - Bad Boy Buggy - Dixie Chopper Mowers
mikesmotortoys is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-10-2009, 10:25 PM   #7
infospecs
Not Yet Wild
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 30
Default Re: 2004 PDS losing power

Do you sell it?
infospecs is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-10-2009, 10:27 PM   #8
mikesmotortoys
Gone Wild
 
mikesmotortoys's Avatar
E-Z-GO
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Rockwall, Texas (Dallas / Ft. Worth)
Posts: 7,077
Default Re: 2004 PDS losing power

Quote:
Originally Posted by infospecs View Post
Do you sell it?
Yes - we have an online store. Click the main website in my signature link, then the first link on my website on the left.

I'll be happy to make suggestions - tell me how you use your cart...

Factory EZGO - Bad Boy Buggy - Dixie Chopper Mowers
mikesmotortoys is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-10-2009, 10:37 PM   #9
infospecs
Not Yet Wild
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 30
Default Re: 2004 PDS losing power

campground. Mild to medium hills. Usually 2 adults 2 kids sometimes four adults. I bought the cart this summer and it was already lifted with big tires. He also said something about modifying the gear ratio.
infospecs is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-10-2009, 10:44 PM   #10
mikesmotortoys
Gone Wild
 
mikesmotortoys's Avatar
E-Z-GO
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Rockwall, Texas (Dallas / Ft. Worth)
Posts: 7,077
Default Re: 2004 PDS losing power

Quote:
Originally Posted by infospecs View Post
campground. Mild to medium hills. Usually 2 adults 2 kids sometimes four adults. I bought the cart this summer and it was already lifted with big tires. He also said something about modifying the gear ratio.
Lets just hope he didn't put high speed gears in a lifted PDS. I'll bet he added a freedom chip and told you the gear ratio story to pump up the sale.

Your best price option is getting the Alltrax 400 amp and a 4 gauge cable set. It never hurst to add a heavier duty solenoid, but that can wait for later. We can pre program the controller for you before it is sent, if you want any different settings.

I'll send you a pm in a minute

Factory EZGO - Bad Boy Buggy - Dixie Chopper Mowers
mikesmotortoys is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply
Go Back   Buggies Gone Wild Golf Cart Forum > Golf Cart Repair and Troubleshooting > Electric EZGO


Thread Tools
Display Modes


Similar Threads
Thread Forum
Adding Lights Power Meter etc to 2004 PDS Electric EZGO
DS Losing Power Electric Club Car
Engine Losing Power Gas EZGO
2004 EZGO TXT, needs more power Electric EZGO
Losing power and hard start Gas EZGO


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:34 AM.


Club Car Electric | EZGO Electric | Lifted Golf Carts | Gas EZGO | Used Golf Carts and Parts

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.9
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
This Website and forum is the property of Buggiesgonewild.com. No material may be taken or duplicated in part or full without prior written consent of the owners of buggiesgonewild.com. © 2006-2017 Buggiesgonewild.com. All rights reserved.