Potentiometer

[exit408]

Hello, I have a 91 36 volt ez-go. I've done some searching on here and see the pot should read 0-5k ohms. What leads do you test to read the resistance? I replaced it several years ago and think it's bad again, but I would like to test i with a multimeter. It's jerky and stops pulling after half throttle. Thanks in advance.

[exit408]

Also, the best place to get a pot? The ones I find online want 9 to 12 bucks for shipping.

[dougmcp]

I think potboxes are about $100 or so. Unless you can find one locally or someone who has free shipping you're kinda stuck.

Here's where you test your pot box:
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[exit408]

Thanks Doug, Should the wires should be unplugged when the test is done? Or does it matter? I have mine off the buggy at the time. I found just the pots only online for around $42 including shipping, just have to remove them from the box and solder them back in, anyone ever heard of doing this?. Thanks again! Donald....

[dougmcp]

Yes it needs to be unplugged and yes you can solder in any 0-5k pot that will fit.