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  • May 5, 2020

    Yamaha Golf Cart Identification

    We find that the most accurate way to identify a Yamaha golf cart for engine swap purposes is by the engine cradle and suspension. Below you will find pictures and descriptions which will help to narrow down exactly what you...

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  • March 4, 2020

    Do you sell a quieter muffler? My cart is too loud!

    Unfortunately, No!  At this time, we have spent the last few years focusing on perfecting our product offering with our main engineering budget allocated towards reliability, fitment, and cost. Not to fear, For those that need a whisper quiet cart...there is a solution....

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  • December 23, 2019

    Valve Adjustment 101

    On virtually all Over-Head Valve (OHV) small engines including the GX390, 420/440/460cc clones, Predator Engines, Vanguard V-Twins, and our 625cc engines...the valves will have to be kept in adjustment to keep the engine running smoothly. What is valve lash? Valve lash...

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  • September 11, 2019

    What year and model is my golf cart?

    If you need to identify a specific golf carts year and model, we have compiled a few links to other sites below for each brand of cart that will help you identify exactly what you have. Click the Make of your...

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  • September 11, 2019

    Do you ship outside the U.S.A.?

    NO! We do not sell or service any products outside of the USA. This is due to the difficulty in dealing with foreign customs and the inability to service products sold outside of our shipping service area. Customers who purchase...

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  • August 11, 2019

    Key Start vs Pedal Start

    With regards to aftermarket engines, there are 2 methods in which a golf cart can be started and there are pros & cons for both.  A key start setup completely bypasses the factory starter/gen and uses the onboard starter on the...

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  • Can I run an electric fuel pump?
    August 11, 2019

    Can I run an electric fuel pump?

    **We dont test our engines with electric fuel pumps because it adds further complication to an already complicated product and we cannot provide tech support for those who chose to make that modification.** The factory mechanical fuel pumps are basic...

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  • June 12, 2019

    We are moving to Jacksonville, Florida!

      In the last couple of years, we have significantly outgrown our shop and had to consider upgrading. Moving is always a big headache and we wanted to make sure that if we were going to invest the resources to...

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  • April 26, 2019

    What will my top speed be?

    Top Speeds from the installation of a big block engine is subject to many variables, its impossible to give a an exact number; such as: 1. Gear Ratio2. Belt Tension3. Clutch Condition4. Tire Pressure5. Road Conditions6. Weight7. Brake Drag8. Carburetor...

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