Summer Golf

Finally the last week has provided some gorgeous weather to play golf in and from what i have seen the golf courses are in superb condition, what's needed now is some of that lovely rain stuff just to keep the courses in this condition as the ground is hardening and the grass is starting to show signs of wear.
A busy summer is ahead to in regards to sport with the World Cup already in full flow, the British Grand Prix near, Wimbledon, Cricket and Golf to same a few things going on, Not sure there'll be time to play :-)


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Powerbug

Powerbug are continuing to improve and add to their range of good well made quality products so visit www.powerbug.co.uk to see.


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New Golfstream Trolley

Golfstream will be introducing a new remote control electric golf trolley that will be competitively priced, made in the UK and will be a great addition to their already good quality range of products. So for those of you thinking of getting one, pop in and we can let you see one and play about with it to see if it suits your needs.

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Repairs

We are working with about 30 golf clubs and courses now in the Somerset and surrounding areas to help keep your electric golf trolleys in good working condition and keeping them on the course.
We work with all the major suppliers plus a lot of the lesser known ones that you might purchase of the internet, Even pop in to ask our thoughts on a second hand trolley you might be buying as we can give you a good indication if it's good value for money.

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Battery Testing

The last few weeks have seen a period of battery testing with mixed results. Fairly new batteries failing the test and older ones passing, So remember to look after your battery by following the instructions laid out in the paperwork provided with your battery.
Long hilly courses, wet conditions, a well loaded golf bag, a faulty charger and improper charging procedures can lead to a battery not lasting that long. Also to note that batteries are being made with less lead content than was previously done because of the cost of it which has also led to batteries lasting shorter than previous ones. The move to lithium is the way forward as they are proving to last 5 times longer and sometimes more, they weigh about a quarter of the weight, they require less charging time, they are more powerful and will prove to be more cost efficient.

We hope this helps and if you require any more information just drop us an email, call or pop in.

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Golf News

Hi again all.

This weekend saw Michelle Wie win a long over due US Open around the same course as Martin Kaymer so well done to her.......A tough test of golf !!
Tiger Woods hopefully returning to the tour this week after being out of action so quite some time now so we look forward to it.

The British Open is on the horizon and with so many different winners these days it's hard to say who will win but should be an enjoyable week and a deserved champion anyway.

Ride On Golf Carts

Call us or come and see us at Worle Industrial Centre for problems with your ride on golf cart be it Electrokart, Groundhog, Grasshopper plus many more makes as we can help. We also offer a service to come to you to diagnose and possibly fix it on site otherwise it can come to our fully equipped workshop. We can also help with mobility scooters.
Contact info@golftrolleygarage.co.uk or call 07973 715853 .

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FSB

Golf Trolley Garage are now members of the FSB or Federation of Small Businsses as it's known. We are looking forward to working with them, saving money, networking and having access to various organisations for help and advice.

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Wheels

Over the past couple of months we have had customers asking for new wheels because the tyres on their existing wheels have split, So we have told them that they might not need to get new wheels but just have the tyres replaced and in doing so save about a third of the cost. Once the wheels were cleaned by us they looked almost new again.

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Accessory Station

Nowadays the market is filled with accessory stations to attach to your trolley to hold an umbrella, a drink, a scorecard and a gps system. These are great and keep everything in one place, are convenient, useful and can make your golf game more enjoyable so check them out and ask your local Pro or us about one for your trolley.

Golf Trolley Garage

Do remember that Golf Trolley Garage works with a lot of the local golf Professional's in Somerset and surrounding areas. We have introduced ourselves and met these Professional's to promote our business but also to help them provide a service to their members and make sure they do not lose any business. We have been welcomed by all at these golf clubs not just for the service but knowledge too as we are here to help and if you come in to us please say which club you play at or are a member at.

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Battery

The battery is the power source for your electric golf trolley and so should be looked after. They come in different powers 20ah or 22ah common as 18 hole batteries and 28ah or 30ah for 36 hole batteried, also a 26ah 27 hole version.

It should be charged properly in the first instance as the manufacturers details suggest and if it is new should be discharged fully before being charged again for the first few times to make it work properly and efficiently.

The terminals should be kept clean and free of any corrosion to maintain a proper connection. Such corrosion or build up has caused battery failure. This can be cleaned off by just pouring boiling water over the corrosive powder.

The lead should be break free and if there is a fuse this should be checked now and again to make sure it hasn’t blown.

A normal lead acid battery should last a couple of years with good and proper use and it hasn’t been unknown for it to last more than that but this also depends on how much usage it gets ie 36 holes regularly

Trade In

Amongst the services we offer at Golf Trolley Garage:
Battery testing including Lithium batteries
Charger testing
Diagnosis
Battery recycling
Trolley trade ins

Just call, email or visit us to find out what we can do for you or offer you.

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Bag Support

The bag support is located half way up the frame and normally hinges out ready to hold your golf bag in place, It is a half circle shape and would have a strap attached to it to help hold the bag in place. Maintenance needed for this part is lubricant in the hinge and to check the nut and bolt every now and then for tightness.

Repairs

Some issues that you may have with your trolley can be repaired quite easily but care should be taken particularly with electrical components as we have seen these jobs under taken which have resulted in blown control boxes and switches. Our advice would be to let us do the jobs we have experience and knowledge in and do them for you with the comfort that it will be done properly and with guarantees.  

Potentiometer

The potentiometer or ‘pot’ as it’s known is the switch on your electric golf trolley and can be found in the handle part of your trolley. It will be in a circuit with the wiring loom and control box to switch on/off and change the speed of your trolley and is one of the most common parts that need replacing. A faulty pot can also be the cause when your trolley is ‘stuck’ at one particular speed and the only way to stop the trolley is to disconnect the power supply, so the connection leads should just be taken out from the battery to stop it.

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Wiring Loom

The wiring loom or main cable takes the electrical current around your trolley, It connects the control box with the switch and /or potentiometer and is an important piece in the system to make your trolley run correctly. Do check for cuts or breakages in this wire particularly around hinged areas and places where the wire goes into or out of the frame.

Wobbly Handle

Occasionally the handle on the trolley becomes wobbly or loose which will appear bendy and this is because the central lock has become loose, this requires tightening up, a simple job for an issue which can become quite annoying.

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Tyres

This week we had an enquiry regarding some broken tyres on a Powakaddy trolley. The fact that they were split meant they needed replacing but the whole wheel didn't have to be replaced only the tyres which some people do not know. Its not all makes and models of trolley's that this can be done with so ask us before you purchase either new wheels or second hand wheels.

Axle

The axle is the main component to making the side wheels go round and is turned through the gearbox. It is held in to place by securing pins which go through the end of the gearbox, this does make replacing the axle a little easier as the gearbox does not need to come off too. The axle goes through two axle mounts located on the left and right hand side of the chassis and are usually black and then at the ends of the axle will be a clutch bearing, One for the left side and one for the right side and these must be fitted on the correct sides as they will not work correctly otherwise.

Broken Strap

The straps are located at the bottom and one at the top of the frame to hold the bag in place on the trolley and stop it falling off when going either over very bumpy ground or on side hills. They just go through the bag support round the back of it and back through the slot to the front where they clip into place to secure the bag. This is the same at the bottom and so if one has snapped or the plastic clip has snapped they can easily be replaced.  The strap doubles back through the clip so just push it back on itself so it comes out the clip, Get the new clip and thread the strip through making sure it goes the same way as before. The strap locks in to place because it doubles back on itself and tightens against the rough edge on the clip.

Service Days

We are awaiting confirmation of service days at golf clubs in our local area. Chippenham golf club is booked for Saturday 17th May for their new course opening weekend so call them to get your trolley booked in, Speak to Bill or Claire in the shop.

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The Masters

Well The Masters bought a well deserved champion in Bubba Watson, I'm sure he made it difficult on himself on purpose by putting in a 74 on Saturday.........
How far !!!!!!! does the man hit the ball and with such control........But not always though as those parts you don't see.
Bring on The U.S. Open in about 6 weeks time and we'll see if The Tiger is back fit and ready or not, Will Justin Rose be able to defend his trophy or can Jordan Spieth (What a talent) go one further or may be some one new........

It's great to see the golf season underway and The Masters being on TV for us over in the UK helps get it underway after the bleak conditions we have had.

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Motor

The motor provides the power for your electric golf trolley and is normally directly connected to the gearbox. Here are some of the symptoms to listen for or be aware of if your motor is going or has gone. No turning and so no noise, higher pitched whirling noise, no drive but power lights on and no response from the potentiometer when turned. Sometimes it may be just the brushes that need fixing or replacing rather than the motor and occasionally other problems are present along with a faulty motor but we can tell you more accurately after a look at it.

Advice and help

If there is anything that we haven't covered in our brief topic matters and you would like to know something or would like it to appear online just message us either by the blog or email info@golftrolleygarage.co.uk so we can get it covered or help you.

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Frame

The frame and chassis is the part of your golf trolley that holds the bag and then everything else is attached to it either directly or through some other component ie a seat is held by a bracket. Little generally goes wrong with the frame although handle parts and bag support parts have been known to break under strain. 

Storage Bag

You can get a bag which fits around your electric golf trolley for the purposes of transporting it and keeping it in your vehicle. A very handy item to have and convenient but do make sure that you don’t leave your trolley in there after a particularly rainy/wet day as this would allow the moisture to get in to areas where by left will begin to rust ie axle, clutch bearings and front wheel.

Clutch Bearings

The clutch bearings are located on each side of the axle almost at the end and their purpose is to allow the axle to rotate by way of the gearbox but not the other way ie forwards but not backwards. They are sometimes fixed separately and sometimes built in to the wheel. If the clutch bearing fails then you would be able to push and pull the trolley freely in both directions. If one clutch bearing fails you can have a trolley that veers to one side.

They should be kept in good working order and be kept free of grass and towelling fibres.

Lacking Power

Sometimes the trolley will lack power maybe particularly uphill but other times not. The main causes for this are lack of voltage in the battery caused from a faulty battery or charger, the trolley pulling too much voltage from the battery causing the battery to lack power later, a faulty gearbox, a faulty motor or excessive load on the trolley.

This is where GolfTrolleyGarage can check your trolley to identify what the reason is for the lack of power and advise you accordingly.

Gearbox

The gearbox provides the gearing system for your golf trolley working directly from the motor and is another essential part of your golf trolley which should be looked after. Worn axle mounts are one area that can put extra strain on your gear box and shorten its lifespan if not sorted out so checks on your trolley are advised fairly regularly. Listen out for noises as these can be a sign that your gearbox is starting to fail.

Golf Trolley Garage

Golf Trolley Garage has been operational for over 10 years specialising in repairing and servicing electric golf trolley's whatever the brand and/or model. We have extensive knowledge, Spares, Tools and the facility to cater for every requirement be it a battery test, axle change or complete overhaul.
We are an authorised service centre and battery testing centre for the following:
Motocaddy
Powerbug
Golfstream
Leoch

Plus an authorised service centre for:
Powawalker
Electrokart
Motora

And because we know what we are doing and talking about, Grass Hopper, Groundhog, Mocad, Gokart, Ecaddy, iMotion and Bentley are happy that we carry out work for them and supply us with their parts and these companies are on a long list that are happy to let us carry out work for on their electric golf trolleys and ride on golf carts.

We are Somerset's biggest independent electric golf trolley workshop and we have a service agent to cover Wiltshire.

Just give us a call, Email us or even better pop in to our unit in Worle to see how we can help.

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Top Tube

The top tube is attached to the bottom part of the frame by way of the hinge half way down, it connects with the hinge by rivet and has the handle attached to it at the top through screws and It also has the bag support riveted to it. Generally speaking not a lot happens to this part although the odd breakage has been known and if this does happen it does take some time to dismantle and replace because the bag support, the hinge and the handle are all attached to it.

Trolley Noises

Sometimes we hear noises from our trolley and this little article is to clear up some of those noises so you understand what they are.

A whirling noise normally associates itself with a motor problem.

A clicking or knocking type noise is associated with the gearbox or may be a wheel.

Grinding noises can be bearings, clutches (also clicking) or axle problems.

Clicking noises can be to do with the control box and associated electrics.

Although these are sounds that are normally associated with a particular item, it has been known that a different component has failed.

Golf Season

The golf season is getting fully underway with golfers getting out on the course now the weather has improved and course conditions are getting easier. There’s a lot of time to make up guys !!!! Glad the sun is shining well some of the time but at least the rain is holding off a fair bit. If you follow the golf tours then you’ll know that their season is well under way and with Adam Scott poised to take the number one spot in the world rankings. Wish we had the weather they have been playing in but we will......

I’m sure we will be speaking to a lot of you and finding out the scores.....

Electric Golf trolley

At Golf Trolley Garage we promote looking after your electric golf trolley whether it be a Powakaddy, Motocaddy, Powerbug, Mocad, Hill Billy or any other brand and model.

Our services include servicing, repairs, sales and testing at our fully equipped workshop in Worle near Weston Super Mare. Come and visit us so you can see how we are equipped to look after any requirement for your electric golf trolley. Our prices are competitive and you’ll receive a report of our recommendation of future problems or issues that your electric golf trolley needs.

We offer a collection and delivery service to your doorstep and/or to your local golf golf club with the backup of a loan trolley so that you are back on the course with the minimal of fuss.

Axle Pin

A small problem that we have come across over the years…..

The trolley is connected to the battery and switched on, The motor starts and turns the gearbox only for the trolley to remain stationery……

Not always but sometimes all that has been required to fix this problem has been axle pins. They can break through wear but also because of the strain and I have known for one to fall out.

Battery Connector

If the battery connector needs to be replace this can be done very easily by following our instructions below.  The connector will be held in place by two nuts and bolts, one on each terminal with washers on. You will need a spanner and Phillips screwdriver to take off the connector, start on the positive side undo the bolt and take out then detach from the terminal then do the same on the negative side. Clean the top of the terminal by using a file or wire wool so that the terminal has a corrosion free connection once it’s all put back together. Attach the new connector by attaching with the washer, nut and bolt in reverse order from before and starting on the positive side. Tighten up then do the negative and if the new connector has a fuse double check it is ok then connect up with the battery and do a check to make sure it works.

Very important that the red wire and black wire are connected as they were- red to positive and black to negative (normally) so that this matches the motor connectors and in turn the right power through the control box otherwise the control box is prone to being blown, An expensive job and unnecessary if procedures have been followed.

Charger

The charger is generally a smallish black box,  supplied with your trolley to charge up the battery.  The charger plugs into the mains at one end with the other attaching to the battery terminals.

Most have a red light to show the battery is charging  at full voltage output (bulk charge) with a green  light to show it’s dropped to a low voltage output (float charge) and the battery is ready for use. Some chargers may also have a yellow light to indicate nearly charged.

The most common fault with a charger is when the voltage output malfunctions and causes the battery to prematurely deteriorate. This is not easy to identify as the lights on the charger normally still function.

The answer is to have your charger periodically tested (Golf Trolley Garage have the neccessary equipment), also to purchase a new charger if yours is over 4 years old.

Cleaning

You can easily clean your electric trolley yourself and we advise that you do so fairly regularly to maintain the trolley in a good condition. There are a few areas to concentrate on :

The front wheel and the build up of grass and mud lodged in the wheel housing behind the wheel and towel fibres around the axle.

The main side wheels where mud and grass collect around the wheels and across the tyres and also towel fibres around the axle.

It is advisable to not use a hose or any power washer on your trolley as water  may seep into the electrical system. Simply bucket filled with warm water and washing up liquid and a sponge with a rag or towel to dry will always produce a worthwhile result.

Sorry

Sorry for not posting any information over the past few weeks but we have been inundated with electric golf trolley problems, From  battery tests to complete overhauls.
Now to get back to normal and publish details for your information and to help you :-)

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The Masters

Who do you think will win the season opening major ? Does your money go on Tiger Woods or Rory Mcilroy because they are the worlds two best golfers over a period but who is going to be on a hot streak or just got their game together at the right time, maybe Adam Scott for a defense. The course can certainly get the cream to the top...long.....undulating and of course the greens. The Masters coming on our tv's helps kick start the golf season for me if it hasn't already started for you, must be the sunny conditions (albeit not always) coupled with the blooming flowers to encourage us to get out on the course. A rusty swing and golf game normally ensues...lol unless you have been good and proper and been practicing down the range over the cold period. Brush off the cob webs and get that swing going ready for the summer proper golf when all the big tournaments happen and don't forget your electric golf trolley either.
April bring it on........

Second Hand

We have a selection of second hand and refurbished electric golf trolleys for sale and also a couple of single seat ride on golf carts. Just email us (info@golftrolleygarage.co.uk), call us (07973 715853) or why not pop in (Unit 6 Coker Road BS22 6BX) and see what we have to offer you, you may just want to try an electric golf trolley or may be you wish to try a ride on golf cart because of injury or ill health. We deal with numerous companies for both items and can probably get anything you want but we need a starting point to be able to help you.
You can ask us any questions and get any opinion/advice to help your decision. Many of Somerset's golf clubs recommend us because of what we know and can do.

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Golf Equipment

A few words on the topic of golf equipment today from the equipment that i knew and grew up with. I remember the times of wooden woods as apposed to the metal woods of nowadays, They also came with steel shafts instead of graphite shafts. Being a club Professional i remember the times that we could alter and change the characteristics of the club with a screwdriver, a file and some lead. They were great to use and you learned to shape the ball but you did have to be an accurate ball striker just like bladed irons but i miss the feel of a hit from the centre like they gave you. But with everything, technology goes with the times and normally for the better so today's clubs are easier to use for the everyday golfer which can't be bad. The distance that the ball (which has also changed significantly over the years - Balata balls....love em) can now be hit or bashed !!! does make you feel great, over 300 yards now is quite normal. But luckily the art of the short game - putting and chipping/pitching still distinguishes between the better players. Using a wedge with the versatility that a better player does....does improve scoring. no matter how long you hit the ball or some times how straight the golfer will still miss greens and then the difference between par or not is down to getting the ball in to hole in the fewest strokes from that position. A good putting stroke will never go a miss either, Particularly on the 3 ft to 10 ft range but a good long range putting stroke and feel will save you shots too. Just look at the top players of the last 70-80 years and you'll see where they good, Another good point to mention that these players too were very good at playing to their strengths especially on the course and worked on the weaknesses after. Every one has areas of their game that they don't feel comfortable with, are slightly weaker at or just plain have difficulty with and it pays to accept that you have them and try to play to your strengths.
Gonna go and get a balata Maxfli out now and spin one back from 80 yards.....simple....

Enjoy your game and let's see what the next 20-30 years are going to give us.

Mobility Scooter

Just to let everyone know that we can help with supplying you with batteries for your electric mobility scooter, Pop in or contact us by phone or email and we just need some small details and will be able to give you an accurate quote, then let us fit them for you or drop them to you.

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Social Media

Hi all,

We think Social Media is going to play an integral part of our business and how we interact with our customers and potential customers and will continue to use Twitter, Facebook, Google+, Youtube and blogs but will add others so that we become more adept at getting in touch. Mobile phones are becoming more popular for the go to tool to find businesses online whilst on the move and will probably continue to do so as phones get better and technology moves forward. We would appreciate anyone who tries to find us online and has an issue emails, comments or calls us so that we can correct any problems even though these are tested before they go live. 

The way companies can be found and the way they can keep their customers informed has changed and some are still finding it difficult to adapt to keep with the times so i urge you all to go with what's around, Its not overly complicated to learn and even then these areas could be outsourced. The plus points are that you'll begin to understand and know what your customers are purchasing and saying and so in turn will alter what you do to keep those customers but more importantly increase that customer base. You will also see how diverse your customers are and that may be different to what you thought so use these tools to your benefit.

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Top Tube

The top tube is attached to the bottom part of the frame by way of the hinge half way down, it connects with the hinge by rivet and has the handle attached to it at the top through screws and It also has the bag support riveted to it. Generally speaking not a lot happens to this part although the odd breakage has been known and if this does happen it does take some time to dismantle and replace because the bag support, the hinge and the handle are all attached to it.

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Service Days

Our first service days have been booked for Chippenham golf club on May 17th and 18th for their opening of the new re-designed course. We are looking forward to being there and servicing some electric golf trolleys for their customers and members and helping them keep their trolleys in the best condition.

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Golf Trolley Charger

The charger is generally a smallish black box supplied with your trolley to charge up the battery. The charger plugs into the mains at one end with the other attaching to the battery terminals.

Most have a red light to show the battery is charging at full voltage output (bulk charge) with a green  light to show it’s dropped to a low voltage output (float charge) and the battery is ready for use. Some chargers may also have a yellow light to indicate nearly charged.

The most common fault with a charger is when the voltage output malfunctions and causes the battery to prematurely deteriorate. This is not easy to identify as the lights on the charger normally still function.

The answer is to have your charger periodically tested (Golf Trolley Garage have the neccessary equipment), also to purchase a new charger if yours is over 4 years old.

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Wiring Loom

The wiring loom or main cable takes the electrical current around your trolley, It connects the control box with the switch and /or potentiometer and is an important piece in the system to make your trolley run correctly. Do check for cuts or breakages in this wire particularly around hinged areas and places where the wire goes into or out of the frame.

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Golf Trolley Garage

Why use GolfTrolleyGarage ????

We have been established for over ten years and have the expertise, knowledge and equipment to meet every need from servicing to diagnosing an electrical fault to a major repair. We will always do our best to provide a prompt and cost effective service. Additionally we offer a custom axle building and welding service should parts be unobtainable.

Call us 07973 715853, Email us info@golftrolleygarage.co.uk , Follow us on Twitter/Facebook or Google+ and/or visit us Unit 6 Coker Road BS22 6BX for more details.

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Potentiometer

The potentiometer or ‘pot’ as it’s known is the switch on your electric golf trolley and can be found in the handle part of your trolley. It will be in a circuit with the wiring loom and control box to switch on/off and change the speed of your trolley and is one of the most common parts that need replacing. A faulty pot can also be the cause when your trolley is ‘stuck’ at one particular speed and the only way to stop the trolley is to disconnect the power supply, so the connection leads should just be taken out from the battery to stop it.

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Clutch Bearing

The clutch bearings are located on each side of the axle almost at the end and their purpose is to allow the axle to rotate by way of the gearbox but not the other way ie forwards but not backwards. They are sometimes fixed separately and sometimes built in to the wheel. If the clutch bearing fails then you would be able to push and pull the trolley freely in both directions. If one clutch bearing fails you can have a trolley that veers to one side.

They should be kept in good working order and be kept free of grass and towelling fibres.

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Weather

Rain, Rain and more Rain......when will this stop ??????
When all seems to be ok and we think we have got over the worst of the weather and drier/warmer times are here then the rain starts again.
For us golfers a complete nightmare not being able to get out or if we do whether we will need just a jumper, wet weather gear, cold weather gear for the wind or an umbrella or not depending on the wind again !!!!!
We hope you have managed to at least get out and get some fresh air.......This will take some time to clear away and be back to normal and i think this has been worse than snow which has blighted many courses the last couple of years.
Continue to watch golf on Sky with the Professionals playing in better conditions that i wouldn't mind being in right now. Onwards and upwards and now with the Masters weeks away....come on lets get the golf season started :-)

Tournaments

May be this week end will see two Nike staff players win and complete a double for European and PGA tours. Firstly well done Ross Fisher on a well deserved win and the first for a while but hopefully not too long till the next and now to see if Rory Mcilroy can complete his wire to wire victory.

Golf Trolleys

As we continue to improve our functionality, facility and service we are growing our list of electric golf trolleys or ride on golf carts for you to view, try and ask questions. Within the next two months we should have 3 or 4 buggies and 20 trolleys new and reconditioned from a variety of manufacturers so that we will be the one stop shop for when you want to purchase another trolley or ride on golf cart.
We will as usual continue to up date you as and when they become available or we add a new service/product to our business.

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Golf Trolley Motor

The motor provides the power for your electric golf trolley and is normally directly connected to the gearbox. Here are some of the symptoms to listen for or be aware of if your motor is going or has gone. No turning and so no noise, higher pitched whirling noise, no drive but power lights on and no response from the potentiometer when turned. Sometimes it may be just the brushes that need fixing or replacing rather than the motor and occasionally other problems are present along with a faulty motor but we can tell you more accurately after a look at it.

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Broken Strap

The straps are located at the bottom and one at the top of the frame to hold the bag in place on the trolley and stop it falling off when going either over very bumpy ground or on side hills. They just go through the bag support round the back of it and back through the slot to the front where they clip into place to secure the bag. This is the same at the bottom and so if one has snapped or the plastic clip has snapped they can easily be replaced.  The strap doubles back through the clip so just push it back on itself so it comes out the clip, Get the new clip and thread the strip through making sure it goes the same way as before. The strap locks in to place because it doubles back on itself and tightens against the rough edge on the clip.

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Golf Season

Well, the golf season is getting underway particularly in the warmer climate countries anyway while we struggle getting through the wet, cold and wind. Hopefully this is at an end and we have got over it and are moving towards the warmer drier weather and we can all get out golfing again.
With new equipment coming out for us to try and buy following success on tour with the latest drivers and irons in particular but a whole abundance of new gear to choose from. We all think that by getting the latest driver that we can somehow cut our handicap which may work for the short term, this normally is associated with the good feeling of purchasing something newer and better. The correct long term way to improve would be to have lessons with your local golf professional who can then also advise you on the equipment best suited to you.
For some of the golf courses in Somerset/Devon borders there is going to be a lot of time to get over this period due to being totally flooded by as much as 4/5 feet of water and like the farmers just the water disappearing is only the beginning. The grass and earth are going to need to recover and grow again which is where the real work starts and will take a lot of time to get back to its original state. Because of this golfers will move to places where they can play and so the business will suffer and all we can hope is that they can get through that period too until business gets back to normal as well.
Here's wishing all those businesses and golf courses good luck and hope you all get back to normal as soon as possible.

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Golf Trolley Reviews

Another link to a website who have some reviews of the most popular electric golf trolleys. Check it out but always remember that we are here to help you with advice and answer any questions you may have.
http://bit.ly/1pcmVom

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Golf Trolley

Sometimes the trolley will lack power maybe particularly uphill but other times not. The main causes for this are lack of voltage in the battery caused from a faulty battery or charger, the trolley pulling too much voltage from the battery causing the battery to lack power later, a faulty gearbox, a faulty motor or excessive load on the trolley.

This is where GolfTrolleyGarage can check your trolley to identify what the reason is for the lack of power and advise you accordingly.

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Accessory Station

Nowadays the market is filled with accessory stations to attach to your trolley to hold an umbrella, a drink, a scorecard and a gps system. These are great and keep everything in one place, are convenient, useful and can make your golf game more enjoyable so check them out and ask us about one for your trolley.

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Golf Trolleys

Electric golf trolleys have been getting more and more popular over the last few years and can be used by people of all ages, Here is a link to Golf-Monthly who did tests and wrote reviews and remember we can help you with all the brands so come and see us.

http://www.golf-monthly.co.uk/travel/uk/500167/electric-golf-trolley-reviews.html

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Golf Trolley Brands

We can repair and service almost every brand and model of electric golf trolley so here's a list but if yours is not on it just call or email us to find out if we can help.
Go to www.golf-trolley-garage.co.uk for contact details and location.

Motocaddy
Powakaddy
HillBilly
Powerbug
Mocad
Powawalker
Stowamatic
Bentley
Slazenger
Greenhill
Prorider
ikart
Go Kart
Caddymatic
Proteam
Trooper
Trojan
Golfmotion
Masters
Hillman
Fraser

Golf Trolley Service

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Our golf trolley service costs just £35 plus any parts and will include :
Checking of electrics
Checking of bolts and screws
Checking of potentiometer and switch
Checking of motor and gearbox
Checking of frame and associated parts (particularly axle mounts)
Testing of battery
Greasing and oiling moving parts

This will ensure your golf trolley is running as it should, finding any faults before they develop in to bigger problems and helping you save money in the future. Our service when we do our days at golf clubs isn't quite this detailed due to the time we have available but will check the major points.

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Golf Buggy

We supply single seat ride on golf buggies from Electrokart, Powerhouse, Grasshopper and Groundhog to name some plus we also have two demo buggies so people can try/see them first whilst asking our advice on helping them make their decision. Some people require a buggy for health reasons but also just to make life a little easier on the golf course and with our range we're sure we can find one for you.

Here's one from the Electrokart series, robust, easy to use, easy to maintain and can fit in a car because it can come apart in to manageable parts. We have taken delivery of these for our customers and then arranged to drop it off to them so that we can show them how to put it together/take it apart and how it operates. We will then be on hand in the future should you need our help plus also to service and look after it.

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Golf Season

Hopefully the weather will start to improve so that we golfers can get back out on the course, The rain has played a pivotal role in courses being closed, trolley bans and worse- havoc to houses and our transport system. So onwards to spring time and some warmer and drier conditions.
This has allowed us though to continue to improve our workshop, add some more golf courses to our service list and arrange some days where we will be going out to the local golf clubs to spend the day servicing trolleys, spreading the name Golf Trolley Garage and meeting our customers face to face. The dates of these will be finalised and posted online as well as at these golf clubs.

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Golf Trolley Repairs

Golf Trolley Garage are the based in Worle near Weston Super Mare for all your electric golf trolley repairs and servicing. We have been doing this for over ten years and have the ideal facility to repair golf trolleys and golf buggies with all the equipment, tools and spares to get you back on the course as soon as possible. We carry most items in stock including potentiometers, switches, motors, gear boxes and control boxes for most brands and models but if we don't have it in stock we can get it within 48 hours although 24 hours is quite normal. Send us an email to book your trolley in for a repair or service : info@golftrolleygarage.co.uk

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Golf Trolley Spares

Hi, We also sell spares and parts for electric golf trolleys both new and second hand. CiCi Golf Trolleys is online to purchase your spare parts from and if you don't see the item you require then just email or call us so we can check if it's in stock.

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Golf Trolley Spares

Here's a small selection of spares that we have for sale at Golf Trolley Garage.

Control Box

Our first little article tonight regards the control box or controller.The control box is the brains of the golf trolley and its purpose is to regulate the speed and power from the battery to the motor via the potentiometer. The control box is not to be confused with the potentiometer, which is located in the handle. It is essential that when you are connecting the battery to the control box that you do not reverse the polarity as in most cases this will result in damage to the control unit.

The second article is about the circuit board.If you have a digital trolley and lose the display on the handle together with lack of power to the motor it is likely that the circuit board in the handle has developed a fault. This may be down to a loose connection but in most cases the circuit board needs replacing and if you let us do the work we will also check the other wiring and potentiometer to make sure it’s all ok.

We are continuing to move with technology and have various social media outlets to keep in touch with you and connect with you - Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Blogs and Youtube as well as our websites and soon to come an online shop where we will be selling various components and spares both new and refurbished.

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HillBilly

A customer came in complaining that his Hillbilly Compact Plus was making a ‘terrible’ noise from the gearbox area. We isolated the problem to the motor which we removed and stripped down and upon examination we found one of the lugs on the base plate had fractured and sheared off and was still attached to the motor retaining bolt which screws in to it. Because the bolt was no longer attached it was hanging freely within the motor and causing the noise.

The answer to the problem was to thoroughly clean the motor internals, tap and drill a new thread in to the base plate and re-assemble the motor with a new and longer retaining bolt.

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Look at our Youtube videos for more info

Battery

Today the phone rang with a customer who had a problem with two batteries that were intermittently losing power, They went on to add that they also had two chargers. They advised that either battery would have been charged with either charger as they did not keep them in specific pairs.

We requested that they bring in all the items for testing which resulted in:

One battery and one charger being faulty

The other battery and charger were ok.

We always recommend that if you have two batteries and two compatible chargers then keep them in designated pairs like colour coding them or labelling.  If battery faults arise in the future then you will know which pair are at fault and require testing.

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2014

2014 has got off to a great start with new customers coming in for repairs and servicing. Here's a picture of some axle mounts we had to replace because they were worn, The single one at the top is a new one and the two below it are the worn ones.

We now accept credit and debit card payments through the Worldpayzinc system.
Our sales of lithium batteries are beginning to take off as people are becoming more aware of their power, light weight and efficiency.
Don't forget we have re-conditioned trolleys for sale so please contact us to find out more.

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Credit Card Payments

We are now able to take credit and debit card payments in our workshop and mobile through the World Pay system and will be able to email you your receipt so that you always have a record of your purchase as will we.

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Ride on Golf Carts

Don't forget in addition to electric golf trolleys we also repair and service Single Seater Ride-on Buggies.
We also test and supply buggy batteries and chargers at competitive rates.  
Buggies require regular servicing and maintenance to keep them in tip top order and with expertise and experience in working on makes such as Electrokart, Powerhouse, Powaglide, Hillman, Grasshopper and Patterson we will be happy to extend our services to you. 

Battery Testing

Your battery can be prone to failing ie not lasting 18 holes and sometimes no power at all although none of these problems happen until the battery is at least two years old. Do not presume that the battery is the issue if you experience one of these problems as the charger could be at fault so we at GolfTrolleyGarage offer a battery test to get to the route of the problem. We are authorised by the main brands to test your battery on our top of the range testing equipment, we can provide a read out of the results and the battery has a full cycle test to ensure you get the right result. Once we have got our results we can then inform and advise you of the next step and curse of action. We can also tell you how to look after your battery and keep it in tip top condition and thus ensure it lasts the maximum amount of time.

We sell batteries and will only use the brands that we think stand up to the rigorous tests the trolley gets and offer good value for money, it’s in our interest to make sure you go away with a good product and not keep coming back with faulty ones !!!!

So come and see us or get in contact to find out what we offer.

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New year

Happy New Year to you all and for us it has brought a much needed revamp of Golf Trolley Garage -  as you'll see in our pictures. Open again for normal business from the 2nd January, keep an eye out and follow us for more details of trolleys we have for sale the services we offer and videos.