'99 36 Volt TXT: "Speed Chip" Nuances??

[geaver1]

I have a stock 36 volt TXT...Looking to get a few more "ponies" out of it. Can anyone tell me what I need, (Component wise) and anything else relating to installation to accomplish this??? Thanks!

[golfcartg]

So, your EZGO TXT likely has a series motor, which is designed to provide better torque rather than high speed. This means that while your cart excels in pulling power and handling inclines, it's not built for speed. However, achieving more speed is possible with some modifications, although it will require a different approach.

One of the simplest and most cost effective ways to increase your cart's speed is by adding an additional 6V battery to your 36V system. This will boost the voltage to 42V, which can be done without changing any other components. The stock system can handle this increased voltage, giving you a noticeable speed increase. You will need a 42V charger for this setup, or you can charge the additional battery individually with a car charger.

If you want to go further and convert to a full 48V system, you'll need to upgrade a few components. This includes at minimum a new 48v solenoid, a charger, and a 300A controller to handle the increased power. The good news is that your current 36V motor can handle 48V, which will significantly enhance both speed and performance. This setup will require a bit more investment and installation effort but will yield substantial speed improvements.

Additionally, consider upgrading your stock 18 inch tires to 20 inch. Larger tires increase the rolling diameter which translates to higher speeds because each revolution covers more ground. However, it's important to remember that larger tires reduce torque, which impact your cart's ability to handle steep inclines or carry heavy loads as effectively as before. Each method has its own implications and requirements, but together, they offer a comprehensive approach at getting more ponies out of your EZGO. If you have any questions just ask!

[golfcartg]

Also, here is a thread with some more information in regards to the speed chip EZGO offered that you mentioned

[RideonTractor]

I have a stock 36 volt TXT...Looking to get a few more "ponies" out of it. Can anyone tell me what I need, (Component wise) and anything else relating to installation to accomplish this??? Thanks!

Let me tell you 'bout the time I gave my old 36 volt cart a bit more kick. Now, if you're short on time and can't linger, you can skip right on down to the last paragraph. One day, I decided to have a yard sale to clear out some clutter and make a few bucks. I spent the better part of a week gatherin' up all sorts of items.. old tools, a rusty bike, boxes of knick knacks and even an antique lamp that had been collectin' dust for years.

Morning came, the sun was shinin' and I had a good feelin' about the day. But outta nowhere, the wind picked up, the sky turned gray and it started pourin' cats and dogs. Folks who were moseyin' over started scatterin' like frogs jumpin' off a hot rock. I was sittin' under the porch, watchin' the rain drench all my hopes and dreams of makin' any money that day. JUST when I thought things couldn't get any worse, the neighbor's dog ran through the yard, knockin' over my display of knick knacks. Right behind him, my neighbor himself dressed in a chicken costume – Don't ask me why – ran through, slippin' on the wet grass and crashin' into the rusty bike. It was PURE chaos!!

Once all my hopes and dreams had gone. A beat up old truck pulled up. And out stepped a man, he spotted my antique lamp, and his eyes lit up. He said it reminded him of one his late wife used to have. He asked about the price but admitted he didn't have much cash on him. I could tell he really wanted it though. He poked around in that ol' truck and pulled out a small old box. He opened it up, and there was a pile of old coins. He offered me the box in return for the lamp.

Curious as a cat, I moseyed on down to the local pawn shop with that little ol' box. The shop owner took one look at them coins and his eyes near about popped right outta his head. Turns out, one of them coins was a rare collector's item worth a few hundred smackeroos. After some hagglin' and jawin', I walked outta there with more cash than I ever dreamed of makin' at that yard sale.

First thing I did was swap out that stock controller for a shiny new 400 amp beast, then spent the rest on a mouth waterin' steak dinner down at Big Joe's BBQ!