Trailer Behind Golf Cart?

[CalcTeacher]

My husband and I will be moving to The Villages next summer. We have a Saint Bernard who will be making the move with us. We would like to be able to transport him in our golf cart (we have not purchased a cart yet, but we know that we will).

We really can't imagine him riding comfortably on the seat and would prefer to have some sort of trailer to put his crate on that we can pull behind us.

Has anyone else ever done this? We know it sounds sort of strange, but he is a gentle giant and the son we never had (hahaha...we have 3 daughters).

We would just like to be able to take him safely and comfortably with us in our cart from time to time. Thanks for your input/advice!

[quirky3]

Maybe buy a 4-seat gas cart and have one of you ride with the dog in the back

[A-4 Skyhawk]

We just got a 4 seater (rear seat faces backwards) and I remember the sales person telling us there was some kind of a platform attachment that could go over the rear seat. We got the golf bag attachment.

[CalcTeacher]

Thanks for your quick responses...we were looking more along the lines of pulling a trailer behind us rather than a backseat platform because we think it would be easier for our big boy to get in and out of...it seems quite a big leap for him to be able to get up on a platform -- and there's ABSOLUTELY no way I could lift him! Hahaha! Just the mental picture alone of me doing that cracks me up!

I'll wait for some more (hopefully) responses...but again, thanks for your quick replies!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

The golf course maintenance people here at Tellico Village (TN) have gas powered carts and pull small low to the ground trailers with their equipment. We have some steep hills on our courses and they have no trouble getting around. I'll bet there is someone out there who makes a small lightweight golf cart trailer that would accomodate the "Big Boy" riding in style:024:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Take a look at this one:

Stow'n Tow Golf Cart Trailer - YouTube

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Take a look at this one:

Stow'n Tow Golf Cart Trailer - YouTube

I emailed you the link. I don't think I was able to attach it to the post.

[Pturner]

Hi CalcTeacher,
Do you plan to attach and unattach the trailer as needed? I could see parking being an issue and possibly garage space. Would another option be to buy a 4-seater, remove the back seats and put his crate on the back floor board? Just a thought.

[l2ridehd]

I would buy a regular golf cart and then modify the rear area with an extra large floor board area. Maybe just a piece of plywood painted the same color as the cart and bolted to the rear floor area where the golf bags usually sit. Something that you could also enclose with a small fence/rope to keep him there while traveling. Figure out how many square feet he needs, then look at this type modification to that area of the cart. I think you could do it so it looked good, worked out for golf as well and regular use. Maybe hinge it in the middle so it folds up out of the way when not needed.

[gomoho]

Contact Carts and Clubs in Ocala - they are great to work with and may be able to modify for you.

[mulligan]

I've seen just what you are looking for. A couple of carts around the villages have trailers on them. Carrying tools for handymen maybe.

[CalcTeacher]

Thanks for the responses and great ideas, everyone!

[zcaveman]

Take a look at this one:

Stow'n Tow Golf Cart Trailer - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2THah92go3A)

Quoted post so you can see the link in IE9.

Z

[redwitch]

You already got some great ideas of what to do trailerwise, but I want a promise to meet your big boy. I love Saints!!!! Was raised with one and he was my horse, brother, babysitter, crying towel and total protector.

[CalcTeacher]

You already got some great ideas of what to do trailerwise, but I want a promise to meet your big boy. I love Saints!!!! Was raised with one and he was my horse, brother, babysitter, crying towel and total protector.

Your description fits our Cooper to a T: horse, brother, babysitter, crying towel and total protector. Ours is pretty stupid...but I mean that in the most lovable way possible.

[elevatorman]

This would work for you. Just add a piece of carpet and a rail in the rear. Then you can also flip it up for a 4 person cart. BEST 4 Pass Flip Rear Seat Conv Kit Golf Cart EZGO Club | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/BEST-4-Pass-Flip-Rear-Seat-Conv-Kit-Golf-Cart-EZGO-Club-/200375863965) I think if you show any cart shop a picture of this they will have something that will do.

[CalcTeacher]

This would work for you. Just add a piece of carpet and a rail in the rear. Then you can also flip it up for a 4 person cart. BEST 4 Pass Flip Rear Seat Conv Kit Golf Cart EZGO Club | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/BEST-4-Pass-Flip-Rear-Seat-Conv-Kit-Golf-Cart-EZGO-Club-/200375863965) I think if you show any cart shop a picture of this they will have something that will do.

Yes, someone else had suggested the same thing...but because my dog is a Saint Bernard, I'm fearful the leap up might be too much. But I'm looking at all options, so thanks so much!

[kbace6]

My husband and I will be moving to The Villages next summer. We have a Saint Bernard who will be making the move with us. We would like to be able to transport him in our golf cart (we have not purchased a cart yet, but we know that we will).

We really can't imagine him riding comfortably on the seat and would prefer to have some sort of trailer to put his crate on that we can pull behind us.

Has anyone else ever done this? We know it sounds sort of strange, but he is a gentle giant and the son we never had (hahaha...we have 3 daughters).

We would just like to be able to take him safely and comfortably with us in our cart from time to time. Thanks for your input/advice!


GEM cars have many different options for such a thing. Try something like this out.

2012 GEM eL Electric Utility Vehicle : Overview (http://www.polaris.com/en-us/gem-electric-car/utility-vehicle/eL/pages/overview.aspx)

[CalcTeacher]

kbace6: This is EXACTLY what we're looking for! Thanks!

[Bambi]

I had a small hitch put on my golf cart on the farm. I used a small garden trailer to take hay and feed to the horses in the front pasture. Worked great.

[kbace6]

kbace6: This is EXACTLY what we're looking for! Thanks!

I have been looking for a deal on one myself. I think they are an excellent choice for TV.

[40chevyguy]

If a trailer is used, does it need some sort of license?

[GatorFan]

Gem cars are automobiles and have to be registered and carry auto insurance. Not inexpensive.

[Challenger]

I don't think this would be a great idea on the diamond lanes and multimodal paths in TV.

[rubicon]

i am not certain if the motor vheicle laws address this issue but it would seem very unsafe to have a golf cart pull a trailer especially going through tunnels, etc.

[renrod]

Yesteryear makes a very nice looking pickup truck. Has a bed, I've seen them with a cover like the old Conestoga Wagons. Here's one
Yesteryear 2007 Golf Cart Classic (http://www.villagesautomarket.com/ads/yesteryear-2007-golf-cart-classic/)

Get your check book out.

[pqrstar]

I agree with Rubicon about driving through the tunnels.

Most have 90 degree turns upon entering and exiting which are very tight.

I suggest you try exploring about first with a regular golf cart on the multimodal paths before you decide what you would like to purchase.

[Xavier]

I would buy a regular golf cart and then modify the rear area with an extra large floor board area. Maybe just a piece of plywood painted the same color as the cart and bolted to the rear floor area where the golf bags usually sit. Something that you could also enclose with a small fence/rope to keep him there while traveling. Figure out how many square feet he needs, then look at this type modification to that area of the cart. I think you could do it so it looked good, worked out for golf as well and regular use. Maybe hinge it in the middle so it folds up out of the way when not needed.

You may have to put a counter-ballast on the front of the cart - otherwise, with that kind of weight in the back, your front wheels may be off the ground. What a picture! No matter where you go you'd have to carry 15 gallon waste bags to take care of the dog's business. Just kidding! Good luck with your project. What a neat idea. I just love other dog lovers.

Xavier

[Barefoot]

I would buy a regular golf cart and then modify the rear area with an extra large floor board area. Maybe just a piece of plywood painted the same color as the cart and bolted to the rear floor area where the golf bags usually sit. Something that you could also enclose with a small fence/rope to keep him there while traveling. Figure out how many square feet he needs, then look at this type modification to that area of the cart. I think you could do it so it looked good, worked out for golf as well and regular use. Maybe hinge it in the middle so it folds up out of the way when not needed.

I think the trailer idea sounds unsafe, as some of the multi modal paths have sharp turns. 12ridehd's idea is excellent. His suggestion would mean the dog could safely be in the golf cart with his humans, and it wouldn't require a big jump up for the dog.