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Golf Cart Batteries | Dakota Lithium Batteries

a bunch of choices. . but i would buy a separate charger, Victron has alot of options,

For our fifth wheel, I bought a 12 v 200 Amp hour LiFePO4 battery with 200 watts of solar panels to charge it, from Dakota Lithium. All the batteries are made in China, however, I would recommend using an american distributor with us based customer service. It will cost a bit more, but you will have someone to talk to. .
However, the truck alternator can charge it, as well as shore power. So my point is that LiFePO4 batteries charge at 14.6 V, whereas a lead acid charges at 13.6 V. You would need a lithium ion battery charge to get to 100% full with 14.6 V.

Victron also has BMS, and charger controllers for all kinds of batteries and charging systems.
Chargers - Victron Energy

I will be converting our electric cart to LiFePO4 sometime after we relocate, and we have a second gas cart for distance. . .

Are Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Batteries Safe? A Comprehensive Guide

They are amongst the safest batteries you can buy, but like any Li battery, you need to take precautions and know what you are doing.