Another Golf Cart Goes Ablaze
 

This fire happened early in the morning at LSL near Panera Bread. The cause of the fire has not been stated.

Update: The cart that went ablaze in Brownwood was a gas cart. After filling up with gas, the owner did not turn the tank cover tightly. Driving to Brownwood, gasoline leaked onto the engine. While parked, it caught on fire. Firemen did their best to quickly douse the flames. The cart, of course, was destroyed.(This is what I have been told. If anyone knows something different, please post. It is important we all remain safe.)

And the point is?

The reason for the post is to discuss how carts catch on fire. The one in Brownwood was due to an error the owner made. If the cap was screwed on tightly, the cart would not have caught on fire. I think it is important to send this message: Make sure you secure your tank cap tightly. If it saves only one person, I did a good deed.

I have no idea how the cart in LSL caught on fire. If it was owner error wouldn't you want to know the facts? This way, you can make certain it does not happen to you.

Do I need to know, NO. I could get out of the cart, stumble hit my head cause bleed, and die before bus arrives. So cart fire, or bleed either way pretty rare, or just bad luck

I predict 30+ posts on this thread, which will soon devolve into the debate over Gas vs Electric carts

Why are people attacking the OP for posting a relevant story. If a cart fire doesn’t interest you then don’t click the thread. She didn’t post clickbait. I for one think it’s a great reminder. I’ve left my car’s gas cap off by mistake. I could see it happening in the cart. Unfortunately the cart fill nozzle is in the engine compartment.

This post is a good reminder as leaving it off in a cart can have much more serious consequences.

Thanks for posting this.

So following your logic there is no need for any uncommon event to be reported by anyone- to anyone- at any time.

Way to low my prediction 100 plus.

I’m going to start carrying a long stick and a bag of marshmallows with me.

I’ll keep graham crackers in my cart. If we can convince someone to bring some chocolate, we have a freaking party.

I've read it was a propane heater left on. There officially has been no cause released.

“Stupid is as stupid does” ~ Forrest Gump

:agree:

Is this becoming another one of those social media platforms where bad attitudes prevail? It's sad to read the replies to this post. Where are the happy people?

I had no idea this could even happen. I appreciate your post!

I thought only battery powered carts burned according to the EV haters? Oh but wait, the three cart fires this year were all gasoline powered. Hmmm. I bet they were also Yamahas.

Amen.
And a reminder about obtaining golf cart insurance, as these carts ain’t cheap

Hope the owner has cart insurance. $115 a year with Progressive through The Village Ins. Not a bad deal.

I tend to believe the propane heater cause. Highly unlikely that enuf has would spill out to reach the exhaust to ignite a fire even if you overfill the tank. All the newer carts have an overflow mechanism that diverts gas to the ground and away from the exhaust.

margaretmatteson. I very much appreciate your post for information purpose regarding golf carts safety, it can happen to any of us. Those who don’t agree pass the post up and take your anger elsewhere please. It’s Christmas time and a time to enjoy the good deeds of your neighbors. Show gratitude to each other throughout the year it’s easier on everybody. Our journey is coming to an end.

Thank you Margaret, for the information!

I could not agree with you More!
The OP's Post is a good post.

First of all how do you know the gas cap was NOT tightened enough? The fire would’ve melted the plastic. It could’ve been electrical as well unless there was an expert at the scene on causes of fires there is NO way to tell what caused the fire. I’m just saying it could’ve been ANYTHING and not the gas cap which is a guess.

I'll agree with the poster, why do I need to know?? So let me correct your logic.

1) does it have a direct effect on my life today? no
2) does it have a direct effect or restriction on my life in any way? no
3) is there anything I can do to reverse it? no
4) do NOT need to know.

Golf Cart ablaze
 

Thanks for the post. It's a good reminder to make sure you replace the gas cap securely and hear that click when you tighten it. Great post.

Just take a look at who the attackers are.

Do you hear a click when you tighten the cap on your cart? Mine does not have a click, mine just tightens down like the top on a water bottle.

EV haters ?
 

and to be fair; I hope you call EV drivers "gas vehicle haters."

I looked but can't tell. In which of the 25 replies prior to yours is the OP being attacked?

Please refrain from attacking posters, unwise tread will be deleted.

Ohiobuckeye
 

Interesting, thanks for the post & pictures!

Thank you Margaret. Appreciate the information

I'll see your 30 and raise you to 60+.

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^ Concur.

P.S. -Post #37 !! Gas > Electric.

IBTL!

I too was wondering how gasoline, spilled on the opposite side of the exhaust engine off, could ignite. Very suspicious.

There would have had to be an igniter or spark to start the fire.

The cart was parked and it was cool that morning so I don't believe the gas on exhaust theory.

I think there is more to the story but yeah closing the gas cap is wise.

Thanks for the info

Sad
 

This is exactly what is happening to this awesome country. Social media hating. If the subject is not of your concern then why stir the pot. In sane to have such folks treat folks this way.

:agree:
EXACTLY!!