Motor Bushes

Here is an image of the bushes that would find inside the motor on most electric golf trolleys, Now these are both worn but the one on the left is particularly very worn and this was the cause of an intermittent electrical problem.

Buying an Electric Golf Trolley

Here's some information regarding purchasing a new or replacing an existing trolley particularly as christmas is just around the corner.

There are so many different types of electric golf trolley available these days that it can be quite difficult to know which one to choose. Like a lot of things, a well known brand is better for after sales service and parts as well as quality. We have had experience with trolleys purchased from the internet which have been bought in to us for repair but we have been unable to get spares because they may not have a branding but also because parts are not shipped in great quantity to this country. Then you may have to consider things like a courier to get the trolley repaired then waiting for it to come back  and the time that goes with waiting in for the re-delivery.

You should consider budget, how often you want to use the trolley, how many holes per day you may use the trolley, do you want distance control, remote control, the design and whether you want any accessories to match. Then you can be a little selective with things like weight of the trolley, dimensions, colour or a matching storage bag.

GTG

Trolley Will Not Switch Off

Here is another article for you....

If you connect the battery to your trolley, get it running then go out on the course only for it to not switch off due normally to a faulty potentiometer then be quick and dis-connect the battery. This will prevent the trolley going off and causing some damage either to someone else or something but also to the trolley itself. ( It has been known for a trolley to go off and in to a lake……).

This fault has come up a couple of times recently and dis-connecting the power is the preventative measure, you can then get the trolley back to the clubhouse and to your service agent.

GTG

Trolley with no power

Here we go for another article regarding a totally dead trolley.

You get your trolley out of the car or van and connect all the parts together, connect the battery and switch it on but nothing. Now there can be a few reasons for this, a broken control box, a faulty potentiometer, a faulty battery, faulty battery wires, a blown fuse or a broken wiring loom. Some of these problems can cause a non running trolley at first switch on but they can also appear to be ok at switch on only for the trolley to cut out and not go some time later.

If you have an issue when your trolley doesn’t go then get it looked at and diagnosed properly.

GTG

Electric Golf Trolleys

Hi,

Our next article will be online in the next few days, Just to remind all of you that we are based in Worle near Weston Super Mare in Somerset and are here to not only fix your electric trolley or ride on cart but also for servicing, testing and sales.
We cover all the surrounding area and can collect from you if you cannot get to us, We can fix almost any make of electric golf trolley and are always looking to add to our growing list of manufacturers and suppliers so that we can continue to do this.
We thank those of you that already use us for your business and look forward to seeing you again whether that will be for a new battery or service and we look forward to seeing new customers.

See you soon.

GTG

Lithium Batteries

We are being asked more about lithium batteries recently so here’s a few outline points for you.

Lithium batteries are lighter on a like for like basis when compared with lead acid batteries and in some cases quite considerably.

Lithium batteries when compared like for like with lead acid batteries are generally considerably smaller.

They can provide more power to your trolley.

They will normally have a longer warranty or guarantee and in some cases up to 5 years.

Although they may cost more upfront this will balance out over time when compared with the costs of lead acid batteries.

You will need a new different type of charger if you up grade your battery and there are packs where you buy both the battery and charger together for a slightly reduced rate.

Thank you for reading and please contact us for any questions you may have or any other information you require. Go to the following link to find our address, email and phone number.

www.golftrolleygarage.co.uk