SUMMER IS ALMOST HERE
KEEP YOUR GOLF CART IN TIP TOP SHAPE
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ummer is almost here, which means golf season is
in full swing! Whether you have a membership to
your favorite course or you like to travel to golf, you will
definitely save money by investing in your own golf cart.
W
hen you own your own golf cart, you want to keep
it in peak condition for better optimal performance
throughout the summer, and to make your investment
lasts as long as possible. Start by consulting the owner’s
manual for your cart for any specific maintenance or
safety precautions, and then follow these eight tips for
golf cart upkeep:
1. Charge Your Batteries
Always charge your golf cart after every use. It is
best to keep the batteries fully charged before
the next use.
2. Fill Battery Cells, But Not Too Much
Check water levels every one to three months
depending on use, and make sure the lead plates
are completely submerged. If you need to refill
the battery cells, only do so AFTER you’ve charged
the cart. Then add distilled water (not tap water)
to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch above the plates. Accord-
ing to Golf Cart Garage, “with one quarter inch
of water you’ll have to check your batteries more
often, but at one half inch you’ll likely have more
acid accumulation on the tops of the batteries.”
3. Clean The Batteries
Check the batteries for corrosion, dirt, grass, and
properly-tightened connections. You can clean
the batteries with an even solution of water and
baking soda, which will help make the cleanest
connection when charging your golf cart.
4. Keep The Tires Filled
You’ll want to check the air pressure on your golf
cart tires every month. This will help prevent une-
ven wear on your tires to make them last longer.
5. Check The Brakes
According to VIP Golf Cart Service, you should
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check your brakes once a year. “This involves
checking, cleaning and adjusting of the pads,
drums, cables and pedal.”
6. Keep An Eye Out For Oil Leaks
Check the rear differential at the back of your golf
cart for excessive oil or dirt on the outside. If you
notice an excess of either, you may have an oil
leak that needs repairing before further damage
occurs.
7. Have Your Golf Cart Serviced Once A Year
You can save a lot of money by performing main-
tenance on your golf cart alone, but it is useful to
have a professional check your golf cart to make
sure no internal damage has occurred. Get your
golf cart serviced to have your steering, suspen-
sion, and battery checked by a professional to
make sure everything’s in working order.
8. Proper Loading for Transportation
If you’re transporting your golf cart in a truck
bed, it’s important to have the right equipment
to make loading and unloading safe and secure.
With the right sized ramp, your golf cart will make
it on and off the truck in one piece.
Properly maintaining your golf cart will help to
ensure it’s in prime condition for years to come.