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KittyKat 09-26-2012 10:54 PM
I think they're ugly, ugly, ugly.

sgiamp1 09-27-2012 06:00 AM
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Originally Posted by George Bieniaszek (Post 560154)
I always stop and look at one that is on the floor at Home Depot. Looks nice and priced a little cheaper than a gas golf cart.
I own one from Home Depot. We were looking for something that had 3-point seat belts, roll bars and generally more sturdy than our Club Car. We chose the electric because the gas version is even louder than the typical gas golf cart.

I must admit, if I were a golfer, I wouldn't have it. It's not bigger than a golf cart (a little taller) but doesn't maneuver as well as a cart. However, it's fine what what we use it for. It is heavier that a typical cart so we don't get as many miles on a charge but still have enough juice to go wherever we want.

EdV 09-27-2012 08:59 AM
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Originally Posted by jmd4667 (Post 559900)
True...However, FL statues allows you to classify it as an OHV which requires one to only title it and have it inspected to meet registration requirements. You can get a 392cc version which is about the same HP rating as a Yamaha 352cc w/EFI, as well as, same dimensions as a golf cart. Larger versions would definitely not meet the MPH limitation you note for modal path operations. Many thanks for the info.
Title or no title you will not be able to legaly operate it on the streets in TV because these streets are maintained by the county for public use. Only golf carts and registered LSVs are allowed on the streets in TV.

To meet the definition of 'golf cart', it must not be capable of exceeding 20mph. Most ATV/UTV/OHV vehicles are capable of twice that speed.

IADCathy 12-27-2012 07:54 PM
Golf Cart Vs UTV
 
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Originally Posted by jmd4667 (Post 559720)
Curious if anyone has ever checked into the use of a UTV in TV versus an electric or gas golf cart. I hear that side by side UTV's would be a good choice over a golf cart in getting around in the villages. Don't know what requirements and limitations would be but have heard one could save several $K over purchasing a golf cart.
Did you buy one after all? My husband and I saw a gas-powered "Bulldog" UTV at Home Depot and were wondering what the restrictions on golf carts are on the golf courses. Home Depot said that they comform to the regs as long as the tires are the kind used on golf carts (no deep treads). I absolutely love the look of these things--they look like little jeeps with rollbar and all! Hope someone has any advice or opinion?

Tom Grooms 12-27-2012 08:04 PM
No, you still can't drive them on the path. They go 30-32 miles per hour. You cant drive a bulldozer or a crane on the paths either. You cant drive ANYTHING that is capable of exceeding 20mph except an LSV which must be tagged, insured and may not be capable of exceeding 25mph.

sgiamp1 12-27-2012 09:57 PM
Home Depot Bulldog
 
I own the electric version and can only go 20MPH. (As a matter of fact, because of its weight, it won't maintain that speed on the small inclines we have in TV) I can assure you that the battery powered UTVs from Home Depot do NOT go any faster than a legal golf cart.

Villager Dude 12-27-2012 10:05 PM
At Home Depot
 
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Originally Posted by jmd4667 (Post 559841)
UTV stands for Utility Terrain Vehicle. Many states are now allowing street legal versions. They are about the same size as a golf cart and can be driving on cart paths. The tires are not "DOT" rated but you can upgrade and have tires that are allowed on golf courses as well. It is a matter of what one would intend to use it for. Below link shows a good style of UTV for use in and around TV.

Side by Side UTVs | Side by Side ATVs | Utility Vehicles | Bennche UTVs
Saw similiar Vehicles on display at Home Depot today in the 5K to 7K range.

jmd4667 01-02-2013 02:35 PM
Golf Cart Vs UTV
 
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Originally Posted by IADCathy (Post 600375)
Did you buy one after all? My husband and I saw a gas-powered "Bulldog" UTV at Home Depot and were wondering what the restrictions on golf carts are on the golf courses. Home Depot said that they comform to the regs as long as the tires are the kind used on golf carts (no deep treads). I absolutely love the look of these things--they look like little jeeps with rollbar and all! Hope someone has any advice or opinion?
Have not purchased one but still considering it.

FloridaShrimp 05-21-2013 11:04 AM
UTV/GolfCart I drive one in The Villages
 
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Originally Posted by jmd4667 (Post 559720)
Curious if anyone has ever checked into the use of a UTV in TV versus an electric or gas golf cart. I hear that side by side UTV's would be a good choice over a golf cart in getting around in the villages. Don't know what requirements and limitations would be but have heard one could save several $K over purchasing a golf cart.
I have a UTV/GolfCart conversion of a American Sports Works gas-electric (yes, both !!) Hybrid 2WD/4WD "golf cart". It has Village golf courses approved Turf Tires, is only inches larger than most carts (fits in all tunnels and parking spots). Has seating for four, with 3-point seat belts. The rear facing bench seat converts into a tiltable truck bed. It has a Subaru 4-stroke v-twin, 653cc gas engine, 4 12v sealed cell batteries with sealed on-board charger (i.e. just plug-in to any a/c outlet). Top speed 22mph, 18mpg (gas), and CVT transmission, on-demand 4wd, custom black ballistic nylon side curtains. Call me 352 753 8120. Ron

FloridaShrimp 05-21-2013 11:17 AM
I have a gas/electric hybrid UTV-GolfCart for sale
 
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Originally Posted by jmd4667 (Post 602838)
Have not purchased one but still considering it.
See FloridaShrimp post on UTV/GolfCart - call 352 753 8120


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