Which way to go

[tomakazi]

I have a dilemma and am seeking advice from someone qualified.
I have a 94 DS in extremely nice condition.
I've installed a Jakes lift kit, oversize tires and a nice little pick up bed.
I have my shotgun scabbards mounted on a temporary basis in the bed and use the cart primarily for sporting clays and getting around the shotgun club in general.
The other day I was backing out of my shop and heard a pop and smelled smoke.
Apparently the pop was the Curtis motor control as I found the end cap on the ground.
So here's the deal, I'm going to be out for a new motor controller plus my T-105 Trojans are at their life cycle so it's going to cost me 13-14 hundred to put it back in shape.
I have thought about converting it to gas but most of what I have read here and elsewhere say it's a bad idea.
I know that the diff would need to be changed, a motor acquired as well as a gas tank, plumbing, battery and tray and other hardware.
I have seen gas diffs complete with axles, hubs etc for 4-5 hundred and I'm sure I could find an engine and the other parts if I dig and scratch around a bit.
Qualified opinions please.

[HaulnA$$]

I just upgraded my 94 DS to a 500A controller and 48V. I still have the original Curtiss 1204-015 controller if you want to go the good used route. Let me know. I have the solenoid too.

[NoleFan4Ever]

Not to over complicate or simplify, but you are talking a lot more time, effort and expense to convert over to gas unless you have a donor cart sitting around.

Sounds like a nice art you have so replace the controller with one like HaulnA$$ and with the money you save, upgrade to a lithium pack and get away from the lead acid batteries.

[tomakazi]

Originally Posted by HaulnA$$

I just upgraded my 94 DS to a 500A controller and 48V. I still have the original Curtiss 1204-015 controller if you want to go the good used route. Let me know. I have the solenoid too.

I sent you a pm.