Solar powered carts

[jimbo2012]

I didn't see mention of anyone using solar to power those batteries, I'm at another park and there are several, they never plug them in, ok almost never.

They put a panel on top about the same size as the top, looks good and works.

Anyone see them here or hear about them?

[Bill-n-Brillo]

A previous thread on the topic:

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/solar-panel-roofs-golf-carts-44982/

Bill :)

[jimbo2012]

I searched didn't see that, tks

I did a bit more searching and see a setup for $825 no tax, 30% tax credit that's may be worth looking at. see (http://www.frugaldougalsgolf.com/product/x87.3)

[KathieI]

I thought I remembered something from back in '07,,, check this out.

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/solar-golf-cart-9383/

[jimbo2012]

Kathie, are you from the Bronx or DA Bronx?

The prices have dropped, and you can make your carbon footprint smaller as in green.

I'm going to look into it more.

[KathieI]

Jimbo.... da Bronx is right.... When you meet me, you'll know I'm from da bronx.... LOL. :eclipsee_gold_cup:

Actually, I was looking for something else that I posted back then about solar powered carts but I can't find it - but thought the link might be helpful.... If not, no problemo....

[eschdm]

I have almost completed my review of a couple of cart choices for solar. I am moving toward the thin flexible design vs the hard style. Ok, they have a specific name as such, just not interested in that much detail to report here. Anyhow, I am anxious to get it, mount it and enjoy it. Biggest factor for me is battery life. To be constantly trickle charging my batteries while out and about so that I reduce the drain and build up of sulfides on the plates, is meant to extend battery life. Also, added range will be nice. I have a EZGO with a 6x8v system. Never a problem getting around TV. But why not abit of added insurance on range. Love the quiet, smell free ride with a smooooth drive train of my electric cart. My wife will never let me own a gas. (my filling station, ie outlet is built right into my garage. How nice of the building design was that?)

Great price right now, with a 30% tax credit and no sales tax either. Gotta luv it......