[billethkid]

I suspect that just like automobiles people get rid of them because there is something wrong or they have had them long enough for something to go wrong.

[dillywho]

We bought ours reconditioned when we moved here 10 years ago and it is still going strong. We have it serviced twice a year (coming up soon) and do normal maintenance like a car. Hubby wanted to fill up everytime he left the house, so I bought him a gas gauge. Problem solved.

So far, replaced battery once, tires once, fuel line and filter and maybe brakes (can't remember). We use the medium grade gas (recommended) and that's hubby's mode of transportation so it gets lots of use. I primarily use the car so he can always have access to the cart.

[redwitch]

I really use and abuse my gas cart. I've had to refill my tank more than once in a week (and that's 300 miles per tank) several times. So far, I've had to replace tires, get semi-annual tuneups and it could use a new muffler (on my list of to dos when I have the time/money -- usually have one but not the other lol).

My old cart finally bit the dust -- it needed to have the engine rebuilt and I decided I was better of getting a new, used cart in good condition, which is what I did. No regrets.

I think gas carts are the workhorses of all motors. As the old commercial says, "They take a licking and keep on ticking."

[renrod]

Originally Posted by redwitch

I really use and abuse my gas cart. I've had to refill my tank more than once in a week (and that's 300 miles per tank) several times. So far, I've had to replace tires, get semi-annual tuneups and it could use a new muffler (on my list of to dos when I have the time/money -- usually have one but not the other lol).

My old cart finally bit the dust -- it needed to have the engine rebuilt and I decided I was better of getting a new, used cart in good condition, which is what I did. No regrets.

I think gas carts are the workhorses of all motors. As the old commercial says, "They take a licking and keep on ticking."

That would be a Timex watch. They did not run on gas, they were either wind-up or BATTERY OPERATED! Sorry, couldn't resist. Bad on me.

[dmorhome]

mechanic by trade, clutch,belts,and cables on yamaha"s thats about it,change oil 3 times a year if used dailey ,they only hold 1 qt and no filters.
when clutch starts to hesitate engaging have roller's changed and avoid a new clutch.lube cables at conections when oil changed and they will last.belts change when they start to slip on starts.

Originally Posted by mgman

I've had 150 views on this and no replies! Some of you out there must have had gas carts that went bad. What breaks or has to be replaced???

[Carl in Tampa]

When you realize that the speed governor on a gas cart keeps the operation far below the cart's potential, even when you floorboard the gas, you can appreciate that you are not putting any great strain on the engine.

Check the oil level frequently, get an oil change as recommended by the dealer; my Yamaha dealer says annually.

You will find the repair discussions for electrics are much more extensive because battery problems are much more commonplace.

Both types of carts sometimes are reported to have wheel alignment problems. Try to avoid hitting curbs, particularly in tunnel entrances and exits.

I bought a used cart from a dealer who had routinely installed a new gear box as part of the refurbishment so it should last for years.

[ditka41]

Beware if it's been sitting idle for a long time as gas does go bad with time and it turns to a gel-like mess in the carburetor. That can require a complete tear down and cleaning or rebuild. Either way the labor is expensive and parts can be close to $100.00. Usually, the stale gas will smell different than fresh gas if you're familiar with it. Sometimes (if it will start) running a carb cleaner for the first tank will resolve the issue. Or, better yet, using a fuel additive, like STABIL, will help prevent the problem if added BEFORE long-term storage.

[Matzy]

Just let a service check your gas cart in a timely manner (I prefer a 6 month interval) and they do what's necessary. Indeed, sometimes you'll have trouble with it when the battery is old but even that was checked by the service.
Merry Christmas.