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Ed Cooper 01-12-2025 08:04 PM

US Battery (where can I buy one)?
 
I need to buy a 6 volt golf cart battery made by US Battery. Ive called around but not found a supplier locally. But it's likely I've not called every local supplier. Does anyone know where I can get one?

Bogie Shooter 01-12-2025 08:20 PM

List of Florida distributors.
https://www.usbatterydealers.com/loc...archText=32162

Do internet search…….

Two Bills 01-13-2025 07:29 AM

Did a manufacturer's search and these are the two nearest distributors.
There must be another more easily obtained and compatible battery localy.
Good luck.

46.1 miles.
Ol' Banjos LLC
377 County Rd 309 Satsuma, FL 32189 United States
GET DIRECTIONS
(855) 652-2656



48.9 miles.
Energy Products & Service- Kissimmee
801 N Old Lake Wilson Rd Kissimmee, FL 34747 United States
GET DIRECTIONS
(407) 442-1242

Two Bills 01-13-2025 07:31 AM

Sorry Bogie. Never saw your link! :shrug:

Bogie Shooter 01-13-2025 07:58 AM

Kinda hard to see being the second post…….:smiley:

Two Bills 01-13-2025 08:29 AM

Sometimes you are easy to ignore! :p

Toymeister 01-13-2025 10:41 AM

Electro Battery Inc, St. Petersburg

villagetinker 01-13-2025 05:54 PM

I have to ask why must it be a US Battery, why couldn't you use another brand of the same size, same electrical ratings?

bowlingal 01-14-2025 06:13 AM

Try calling Mando's golf carts. They will come to you to install.

bestbrewmaster 01-14-2025 06:59 AM

Battery Plus in Lady Lake has helped me in locating difficult batteries to find.

ffresh 01-14-2025 07:31 AM

There are other considerations:
 
From Trojan's website:
Trojan Battery | Battery Maintenance

Can I do a partial replacement of my flooded batteries?
We do not recommend partial battery replacement of flooded battery banks. The behavior of batteries during discharging and charging varies throughout their lifespan; if all the batteries are the same age, they all will have similar responses.

The danger with replacing only one battery is that the older batteries will tend to require more charge than the newer ones, and since the new batteries are in the same circuit, they will also be overcharged. There is also the chance that the older batteries will be undercharged since the overall voltage response of all the batteries (old and new) will not be a good representation of either group. The charging system might erroneously think that ALL the batteries have reached the desired voltage and may stop the charging of the batteries prematurely.

Frank, who used to be the resident guru on all things Golf Cart on this forum, educated me on this a few years ago.

I called (IIRC) Battery Boys and replaced my bad battery with a good used battery of the same age and specs - worked well!

FredF

Rocksnap 01-14-2025 08:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter (Post 2400931)
List of Florida distributors.
https://www.usbatterydealers.com/loc...archText=32162

Do internet search…….

I ALWAYS tell people who ask questions like this to take your advice. Obviously a lot of people didn’t get the memo.

Rocksnap 01-14-2025 08:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by villagetinker (Post 2401180)
I have to ask why must it be a US Battery, why couldn't you use another brand of the same size, same electrical ratings?

OP knows they can. Just looking for something to do.

Rocksnap 01-14-2025 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ffresh (Post 2401257)
From Trojan's website:
Trojan Battery | Battery Maintenance

Can I do a partial replacement of my flooded batteries?
We do not recommend partial battery replacement of flooded battery banks. The behavior of batteries during discharging and charging varies throughout their lifespan; if all the batteries are the same age, they all will have similar responses.

The danger with replacing only one battery is that the older batteries will tend to require more charge than the newer ones, and since the new batteries are in the same circuit, they will also be overcharged. There is also the chance that the older batteries will be undercharged since the overall voltage response of all the batteries (old and new) will not be a good representation of either group. The charging system might erroneously think that ALL the batteries have reached the desired voltage and may stop the charging of the batteries prematurely.

Frank, who used to be the resident guru on all things Golf Cart on this forum, educated me on this a few years ago.

I called (IIRC) Battery Boys and replaced my bad battery with a good used battery of the same age and specs - worked well!

FredF

Now don’t be educating the OP. Stick to the question. Instead of letting someone who knows what they are doing, remedy this issue. He knows better from his life experiences and has this covered. I’ll bet he replaces just one bald tire at a time, too.

Elixir34 01-14-2025 08:17 AM

Two things:
1. Have you checked Battery Boys? (352) 643-1241. As I recall they had US Batteries in stock last time I was there.
2. When I purchased Trojan replacement batteries for my cart, the installed US Battery fill system was no longer compatible. My cart has six 8-volt batteries. It’s still taking up space in my garage, so I’ll give it away rather than throw it away. If you, or anyone is interested, please contact me.
Phil
Wonderlandap@aol.com

airstreamingypsy 01-14-2025 09:29 AM

Why does it have to be that brand? Surely all the other golf carts, in TV, don't use that brand, or they would be sold nearby.

RUCdaze 01-14-2025 11:10 AM

Why would anyone want an electric cart? There are plenty of gas carts you can drive without the problems of electrics.

JoMar 01-14-2025 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RUCdaze (Post 2401394)
Why would anyone want an electric cart? There are plenty of gas carts you can drive without the problems of electrics.

LOL....and then there are those that ask why would anyone want a gas cart with all the problems of seals, gaskets, spark plugs, driving for gas and oh yeah, that darn battery it needs.

Nancy@Pinellas 01-14-2025 06:25 PM

Check Battery World on 441&Rolling Acres.

JMintzer 01-14-2025 08:06 PM

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JMintzer 01-14-2025 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RUCdaze (Post 2401394)
Why would anyone want an electric cart? There are plenty of gas carts you can drive without the problems of electrics.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoMar (Post 2401398)
LOL....and then there are those that ask why would anyone want a gas cart with all the problems of seals, gaskets, spark plugs, driving for gas and oh yeah, that darn battery it needs.

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Topspinmo 01-16-2025 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ffresh (Post 2401257)
From Trojan's website:
Trojan Battery | Battery Maintenance

Can I do a partial replacement of my flooded batteries?
We do not recommend partial battery replacement of flooded battery banks. The behavior of batteries during discharging and charging varies throughout their lifespan; if all the batteries are the same age, they all will have similar responses.

The danger with replacing only one battery is that the older batteries will tend to require more charge than the newer ones, and since the new batteries are in the same circuit, they will also be overcharged. There is also the chance that the older batteries will be undercharged since the overall voltage response of all the batteries (old and new) will not be a good representation of either group. The charging system might erroneously think that ALL the batteries have reached the desired voltage and may stop the charging of the batteries prematurely.

Frank, who used to be the resident guru on all things Golf Cart on this forum, educated me on this a few years ago.

I called (IIRC) Battery Boys and replaced my bad battery with a good used battery of the same age and specs - worked well!

FredF


They make equipment tells status and state of batteries.

So with right information no reason one bad battery can’t be replaced. So outside chance it would ruin other batteries some people sells batteries wants you to replace them all. Another thing I bet all batteries status and state not same anyway?

Topspinmo 01-16-2025 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoMar (Post 2401398)
LOL....and then there are those that ask why would anyone want a gas cart with all the problems of seals, gaskets, spark plugs, driving for gas and oh yeah, that darn battery it needs.

Each has the advantages and disadvantages and there problems.

I say person buys what they want, others opinions are well just opinions. I had electric cart, but I wanted gas cart. So I got one and didn’t need anybody’s advice on my choice. To each their own. But don’t try to force opinions on others. They’re big boys and girls that can make up their own minds.

retiredguy123 01-16-2025 12:04 PM

Amazon

ffresh 01-16-2025 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Topspinmo (Post 2402016)
They make equipment tells status and state of batteries.

So with right information no reason one bad battery can’t be replaced. So outside chance it would ruin other batteries some people sells batteries wants you to replace them all. Another thing I bet all batteries status and state not same anyway?

I didn't say one battery in a series couldn't be replaced and I do have a battery "health" tester. I merely related the recommended way of replacing a bad battery. The caveat in that quoted article from Trojan is a long-accepted practice and is often a warning in many battery compartments, regarding replacing only one cell of several. So, I don't "get" your comment. Maybe it's just me. :shrug:

FredF

JoMar 01-16-2025 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Topspinmo (Post 2402020)
Each has the advantages and disadvantages and there problems.

I say person buys what they want, others opinions are well just opinions. I had electric cart, but I wanted gas cart. So I got one and didn’t need anybody’s advice on my choice. To each their own. But don’t try to force opinions on others. They’re big boys and girls that can make up their own minds.

Isn't that what most of your posts do?

Topspinmo 01-16-2025 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoMar (Post 2402078)
Isn't that what most of your posts do?



O yes, and lots listen….:posting: legend in MY own mind:ho:

Topspinmo 01-16-2025 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ffresh (Post 2402062)
I didn't say one battery in a series couldn't be replaced and I do have a battery "health" tester. I merely related the recommended way of replacing a bad battery. The caveat in that quoted article from Trojan is a long-accepted practice and is often a warning in many battery compartments, regarding replacing only one cell of several. So, I don't "get" your comment. Maybe it's just me. :shrug:

FredF

Sorry,


Actually I was agreeing with your comment not Trojan’s naturally they recommend all of them to be replaced.

Here example of many that will evaluate batteries, charging systems. Not that expensive if person has need for one?

Amazon.com: ANCEL BA101 Car Battery Tester 12V - Digital Automotive Batteries & Alternator Diagnostic Tool, 100-2000 CCA Load Capacity, Charging & Cranking Analysis for Motorcycle, Truck, Boat, RV, Marine & More : Automotive

Garywt 01-16-2025 05:02 PM

Has the OP been back here as I didn’t see any answers for all who asked why does it have to be a US battery. Also I always went with your cart is only as good as your weakest battery. Also I have to ask what is flooding? To me it sounds like the cart went into a pond but I am sure it is something else.

Topspinmo 01-16-2025 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Garywt (Post 2402101)
Has the OP been back here as I didn’t see any answers for all who asked why does it have to be a US battery. Also I always went with your cart is only as good as your weakest battery. Also I have to ask what is flooding? To me it sounds like the cart went into a pond but I am sure it is something else.

I guess to match others in electric cart beings talking 6 volt battery? Flooding I assume would be lead acid battery flooded with battery acid? But, I’m in dark just like you?

ffresh 01-17-2025 04:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Topspinmo (Post 2402160)
I guess to match others in electric cart beings talking 6 volt battery? Flooding I assume would be lead acid battery flooded with battery acid? But, I’m in dark just like you?

Flooded or "wet cell" batteries are the most commonly used batteries on the market today. Flooded batteries come in the widest variety of shapes and sizes due to their widespread usage in a multitude of industries and applications. Flooded batteries again use lead plates, a sulfuric acid electrolyte, and plate separators but that is where it stops.
The Differences Between AGM, GEL and FLOODED Batteries | Battery Guys

FredF


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