Golf cart enclosure

[glgene]

Kathy and I are now in the market to buy a golf cart in TV. We are considering one with an enclosure, for ease of use with rain or "extra cool" riding conditions. My limited research comes up with these 3 makes of enclosures we would consider:

1) Curtis cab
2) Sleekline
3) MEE

Each has its own pros and cons, I suppose. On first blush, it seems the MEE enclosure offers some distinct advantages:

a) Slide forward/backward operation, with no swing-the-enclosure out and in (best for tight parking adjacent to other carts in parking lot or the squares).

b) No blind spots vs. some blind spots with the other two.

c) Better air tightness.

Of course, I may be overlooking some things. That's why I'm seeking constructive replies to this post.

I'm not saying we ARE going to buy an enclosure; just considering at this point.

Post away!

Gene
Village of Sanibel

[gustavo]

Kathy and I are now in the market to buy a golf cart in TV. We are considering one with an enclosure, for ease of use with rain or "extra cool" riding conditions. My limited research comes up with these 3 makes of enclosures we would consider:

1) Curtis cab
2) Sleekline
3) MEE

Each has its own pros and cons, I suppose. On first blush, it seems the MEE enclosure offers some distinct advantages:

a) Slide forward/backward operation, with no swing-the-enclosure out and in (best for tight parking adjacent to other carts in parking lot or the squares).

b) No blind spots vs. some blind spots with the other two.

c) Better air tightness.

Of course, I may be overlooking some things. That's why I'm seeking constructive replies to this post.

I'm not saying we ARE going to buy an enclosure; just considering at this point.

Post away!

Gene
Village of Sanibel

For me, the MEE enclosure is not aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Looks like a backyard project made in someone's garage. In fact, the first one I saw that's what I thought it was. If you have an older cart, maybe substance over style works but for a newer cart, not lovin it.

[l2ridehd]

Friend of mine has the MEE enclosure on his new cart. He loves it and it works fine. A bit harder to get in and out on the golf course, but my guess is that they all are. We razz him and call it the "Pope Mobile" Also thought it was hotter inside his cart then my very open cart. Remember that TV has more hot days then cold days and none of them open as much as the regular enclosures.

I personally would not get one. I am fine with the regular Sunbrella enclosure. The one I got from Carts and Clubs is much tighter and fits much better then the one from Villages Golf Carts. Even on the coldest days or heavy rain it is dry and warm. I suppose at some point I will get a golf cart heater for really cold days.

I would try riding and getting out of each several times to be sure it's what you want. However if I was determined to get one the MEE seems the better option. Still seems like a large expense for low value.

[simpkinp]

I have an MEE enclosure. I think a major benefit is the ease of opening and closing the doors in inclement weather. I watch folks with the roll ups get totally soaked when one of our frequent storms pop up suddenly. Also you can have the doors partially open and not get blasted with so much wind. Pure vanity, I suppose. I like to arrive looking somewhat like I did when I left the house. Just a woman's perspective.

[jacey mack]

Kathy and I are now in the market to buy a golf cart in TV. We are considering one with an enclosure, for ease of use with rain or "extra cool" riding conditions. My limited research comes up with these 3 makes of enclosures we would consider:

1) Curtis cab
2) Sleekline
3) MEE

Each has its own pros and cons, I suppose. On first blush, it seems the MEE enclosure offers some distinct advantages:

a) Slide forward/backward operation, with no swing-the-enclosure out and in (best for tight parking adjacent to other carts in parking lot or the squares).

b) No blind spots vs. some blind spots with the other two.

c) Better air tightness.

Of course, I may be overlooking some things. That's why I'm seeking constructive replies to this post.

I'm not saying we ARE going to buy an enclosure; just considering at this point.

Post away!

Gene
Village of Sanibel

All of those enclosures just take away the coolness of a golf cart and make them appear as a sauna on wheels, riding down the road. Oh well for each his own.

[graciegirl]

We G's vote for the traditional zip up one. We had our four seaters replaced by The Villages Golf Cart store and it wasn't cheap..(over a thousand dollars..with the seats reupholstered too, in Scarlet and Grey) .but we like it to pieces and keeps our Helene all cozy when the wind is chilly in the back seat. And it keeps the rain off my smokin' six iron. ;)

[glgene]

Just wanted to do a follow-up post to my original post re: golf cart enclosure.

After spending a lot of time and trials with the MEE and Curtis golf cart enclosures, we chose the Curtis cab as part of our 2013 Yamaha gas golf cart purchase. It has worked out very well for us on the road and golf course. It is so-ooo easy to close up the cart during rain or pending rain. 5 seconds, done! I'm sure we'll appreciate it, too, during some winter mornings.

We bought at the Yamaha Colony store. Our sales rep was Ross Moore.

Amortized over 10 years, the Curtis cab enclosure will cost us about $200/year. We think the reward -- convenience -- is worth it. We'll give up having dinner out 5-6 times less a year to pay for the Curtis cab.

Alternative budget choices -- something all TVers face every month. We're happy with our Curtis cab 'choice.'

Gene and Kathy

[The Buckeyes]

Was also thinking of a Curtis cab. When the doors are in the open position is there any rattling noise when traveling?. Do the doors need any adjustment after a while. Anyone out there have pros and cons to a Curtis cab?

[glgene]

Was also thinking of a Curtis cab. When the doors are in the open position is there any rattling noise when traveling?. Do the doors need any adjustment after a while. Anyone out there have pros and cons to a Curtis cab?

We don't notice any rattling noise. We thought we might, but so far (it's new), we haven't.

By the way, the doors aren't air tight. One day we got caught in a heavy, side-blowing rain downpour, and some water came in on the "heavy rain" side. Not much, but some. With non-pouring rain, no problem.

We also had installed a BREEZeasy fan. That helps with some air circulation when it's stifling hot on the course and you're sitting still waiting to tee off. It also helps with air circulation when the doors are shut.

We're happy.

Gene

[charlie49]

If you have a gas cart with a Curtis Cab, be prepared for excessive engine noise even with the doors open. Engine sounds reflect from the sides of the enclosure. I would suggest someone ride in a gas cart with a Curtis Cab and then ride in one with a canvas enclosure, drive at 20 mph, big noise difference!

We have a golf cart heater that keeps the cart warm with the canvas enclosure. After a few years we decided if we needed the heater for golf, it was too cold to golf that day. The weather never stays cold more than a few days.

[LittleDog]

Formerly I had a curtis cab on a club car purchased at the dealership on 441. It was nice except that it was drafty. I purchased a Yamaha gas cart at Carts and Clubs with a Mee enclosure. It is not drafty and I'm very happy with it. With the front window open and the doors and back window open there is plenty of air flow. Since Carts and Clubs do an excellent job of outfitting the carts they sell. Because of this I think a curtis cab installed by them would not be drafty but I have no experience with that.

John