2018 EZGO Express L6 Controller tuning

[GCBearcat]

So I bought an electric Express L6 in October. have read on here that some have been able to tune these things to make them a much better running cart. Mine is disappointing and tops out at only 16mph. My neighborhood has a lot of hills and it won't accelerate going down hill, it seems more powerful going up as strange as that sounds. My dealer has a tuner and set it to go to 25mph but the settings didn't take. He has reached out to EZGO and a couple of other dealers and they told him that nothing can be done. They told him only the first versions of this cart can be tuned. Any suggestions? I have read that Bob Boyce is the foremost authority on these carts and I would love to do something with mine to make it run better. We live in a little town west of Fort Worth Texas.

[LukeL]

Bob Boyce is the way to go for sure. Too bad you’re in Texas... but I’m sure he’ll read this soon.

He’s a great guy and can do anything with controllers.


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[BobBoyce]

The reason they cannot be programmed is Curtis has changed the programming requirements on the new controllers used in the newer L6 and TXT72V carts. It requires a programmer for an EV (Electric Vehicle) controller that is not found at the golf cart shops or dealers. I am fully equipped to program these. I hope your dealer did not mess up any settings while trying to up the speed. The menus he has access to cannot increase the speed, he can only slow it down to below that setting, not increase it. It is going to require a couple of hours of programming and tweaking it in order to get it set. Also, it is a dual controller, so it must be programmed twice. I have programmed more than a dozen of the new L6 and TXT72V controllers, so I am very familiar with them. The only issue is, it must be done in person. We would have to meet up so I can do this.

I also reprogram RXV and TXT48 controllers.

Bob

[GCBearcat]

Originally Posted by BobBoyce

The reason they cannot be programmed is Curtis has changed the programming requirements on the new controllers used in the newer L6 and TXT72V carts. It requires a programmer for an EV (Electric Vehicle) controller that is not found at the golf cart shops or dealers. I am fully equipped to program these. I hope your dealer did not mess up any settings while trying to up the speed. The menus he has access to cannot increase the speed, he can only slow it down to below that setting, not increase it. It is going to require a couple of hours of programming and tweaking it in order to get it set. Also, it is a dual controller, so it must be programmed twice. I have programmed more than a dozen of the new L6 and TXT72V controllers, so I am very familiar with them. The only issue is, it must be done in person. We would have to meet up so I can do this.

I also reprogram RXV and TXT48 controllers.

Bob

Oh wow....ok thank you so much for the information! It sounds very complicated. Where would I need to bring it to in order to meet you in person?

[BobBoyce]

Originally Posted by GCBearcat

Oh wow....ok thank you so much for the information! It sounds very complicated. Where would I need to bring it to in order to meet you in person?

I live east of Chattanooga TN, in the TN/NC/GA tristate area. I don't mind driving a bit, but the last time I drove through TX was in 2017 on my way to ABQ NM to speak at a conference. I could meet you partway.

There is one in Pensacola FL, one in Pheonix AZ, and one in MN. If we can get everyone coordinated, it could make for a fun trip. I just want to avoid the cold and snow. My daily driver has a 3 phase AC motor, but no heat! LOL

Bob

[GCBearcat]

Originally Posted by BobBoyce

I live east of Chattanooga TN, in the TN/NC/GA tristate area. I don't mind driving a bit, but the last time I drove through TX was in 2017 on my way to ABQ NM to speak at a conference. I could meet you partway.

There is one in Pensacola FL, one in Pheonix AZ, and one in MN. If we can get everyone coordinated, it could make for a fun trip. I just want to avoid the cold and snow. My daily driver has a 3 phase AC motor, but no heat! LOL

Bob

Ha......yeah a bad time of year to not have heat! At least in Minnesota. Thank you for all of the information. Maybe we can figure something out around one of your speaking engagements.

[fldave]

Bob,

What’s your opinion on the older L6? There’s a 2015 model I’m looking at now.
I realize these arnt the 72v AC modes but can they be reasonably modified?

All the best,
Dave

[MattDFL]

Dave,

I live in Pensacola and am planning on getting together with Bob once he plans his next trip. I have some time off at the end of December and am seriously considering driving up to Chattanooga or maybe even meet somewhere else if it is convenient for others. Sorry I can’t help with the programming but I can tell you we are very happy with our cart even without the increased speed.

Matt

[fldave]

Originally Posted by MattDFL

Dave,

I live in Pensacola and am planning on getting together with Bob once he plans his next trip. I have some time off at the end of December and am seriously considering driving up to Chattanooga or maybe even meet somewhere else if it is convenient for others. Sorry I can’t help with the programming but I can tell you we are very happy with our cart even without the increased speed.

Matt

Thanks Matt! It's reassuring to hear from someone else.

I'm planning a trip to Myrtle beach in June/July of '19. I figured worst case, I should also be happy with the performance around town until then. Unless I can connect with Bob sooner.

I'll still have to install seat belts for the kids. This is one feature the ICON came with that the wife absolutely will not go without. It should be an easy fix though.

If you don't mind me asking, what did you pay roughly? In my area dealers are asking 11,999 for a L6. Is there much (if any) wiggle room with these new cart prices? Seems crazy to me golf carts cost as much as my 60+ MPH 4 Stroke Jet-Ski.

[yurtle]

Originally Posted by fldave

Thanks Matt! It's reassuring to hear from someone else.

I'm planning a trip to Myrtle beach in June/July of '19. I figured worst case, I should also be happy with the performance around town until then. Unless I can connect with Bob sooner.

I'll still have to install seat belts for the kids. This is one feature the ICON came with that the wife absolutely will not go without. It should be an easy fix though.

If you don't mind me asking, what did you pay roughly? In my area dealers are asking 11,999 for a L6. Is there much (if any) wiggle room with these new cart prices? Seems crazy to me golf carts cost as much as my 60+ MPH 4 Stroke Jet-Ski.

Smart woman. Dunno where you live, but I've seen more than a couple of kids slide off the back seat in wet bathing suits around here. Especially with hubbies who like the acceleration.