Robin Engines -good or bad

[dan2116]

I am looking to buy my first Ezgo cart , 2006 model with 13hp Robin engine. I am not a mechanic by any means and have read unfavorable comments of Robin motors. Should I stay away from a cart with this motor?

[Larry1950]

Is it the EH35? 350cc twin cylinder. The motor itself is not a "bad" motor. Lack of maintenance is usually the problem. Many forget there is a gas engine under the seat that needs regular oil changes, air filter, valve adjustment, cam belt, oil filter maintenance. The cooling system is not the best being a twin. The questions I would ask is how often was the maintenance was done. If it has a new cam belt, valve adjustment. Do a compression test, see if oil is in the air filter.

[dan2116]

Here are pictures of the engine. Like I mentioned when it comes to motors I am very limited.

[wthompson]

do what larry said and ask questions and check the compression ( 135 psi and up is good). These engines in my experience are tough, even when people forget about them and they are not properly maintenanced.

[gaminde]

I am looking to buy my first Ezgo cart , 2006 model with 13hp Robin engine. I am not a mechanic by any means and have read unfavorable comments of Robin motors. Should I stay away from a cart with this motor?

I would like to know what you have read and where you read it??

[dan2116]

It was on this forum and a member said ( in another post ) that Robins where junk. I know maintenance is important with any engine and I would be on top of that. I was checking to see if the comment was widely shared. I am brand new to golf carts and trying to stay away from a bad decision. My usage is exclusively for sporting clay shooting.

[dan2116]

Sense no one talks this motor up then I am staying away from it. Really appreciate the help....................