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Jan
28

Maintenance for Your Golf Cart

Posted in Golf Carts

Like any motorized vehicle, golf carts require routine maintenance to extend the lifetime of the vehicles. Both electric and gas-powered models will need some service performed, although maintenance can be expected to be lower than a car or truck that you use for regular transportation. Staying on top of your maintenance can ensure you will get the most out of your investment into your golf cart. 

Electric Golf Cart Maintenance

For electric carts, maintenance of the batteries is the most important factor. The batteries on these vehicles are expensive to replace, so following the correct charging instructions for your cart is crucial, as well as keeping water levels maintained. A well-maintained golf cart battery can last up to six years, where poorly maintained batteries can die in only a year or two of use. You will also need to perform routine maintenance on the brake system of your golf cart.

Gas-Powered Golf Cart Maintenance

Gas-powered golf carts will need similar maintenance to most vehicles, including oil and filter changes, air filter changes, brake service and spark plug replacement. If you are mechanically inclined, you can do much of this maintenance yourself, or you can bring your cart to your local golf cart dealer for service. For golf carts, most maintenance is based on the hours used instead of the miles driven, so keeping track of hours of use is important. Hour meters are available for golf cart motors to help you keep track of when your motor needs maintenance.

Talk to your local golf cart dealer about what maintenance should be performed on your model of golf cart and how often. Staying on top of maintenance can help your cart last for many years and protect your investment.

Posted on behalf of:
Action Specialty Carts
1891 McFarland Pkwy
Alpharetta, GA 30005
(770) 888-0892

Jan
28

Choosing Between a Gas or Electric Golf Cart

Posted in Golf Carts

The biggest choice you need to make when buying a golf cart is whether you want a gas or electric model. Although there are many other options to consider, this is the biggest differentiator between types of carts. Both are used in many types of applications, including as recreation vehicles, for businesses and even for on-road transportation. Here are the basics on each to help you choose between the power options on your new golf cart.

Electric Golf Carts

Electric golf carts depend on a battery for power versus gas. This means they run on a charge and must be recharged between uses. Like any electric vehicle, you must consider how far you plan to go when using an electric golf cart. For a day out on the course or for use around your property, an electric cart is perfect. However, for a long day out on the trails, you may run out of a charge. A few other factors to consider about electric models:

  • Electric golf carts tend to cost less than gas models
  • You must have a place to charge the vehicle
  • Low maintenance, with batteries needing to be replaced every 5-6 years

Gas-Powered Golf Carts

Gas powered carts are more similar to the combustion engines that power most vehicles, just smaller. You will have higher horsepower options than an electric cart and it is more conducive to adding more features like stereos, heating and cooling options since they won’t drain the battery you need for power. For anyone planning on using their cart for trips of more than 25 miles or for more than 2 hours of continuous use, a gas powered cart is a better option.

Talk to your local golf cart retailer to learn more about the pros and cons between gas and electric golf carts to determine which is best for your needs.

Posted on behalf of:
Top Dog Golf Carts
55055Hammond Industrial Dr
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 887-7433

 

Jan
6

Protect Your Investment with Golf Cart Maintenance

Posted in Golf Carts

Just like any vehicle, your golf or utility cart needs regular routine maintenance to keep it running great. Whether your cart is used every day for your business or only on occasion for recreation, you still need to keep up on servicing the engine. Although golf carts are smaller and simpler than a car or truck, they still require many of the same maintenance services. Some of the maintenance that should be done includes:

  • Oil changes. Just like any vehicle, your golf cart will need oil and filter changes to keep the engine properly lubricated.
  • Battery replacement. Especially on electrical carts, battery maintenance and replacement should be done according to the manufacturer recommendations. Don’t wait to be left stranded with a dead battery out on the course or in the woods before you replace that old battery.
  • Tires and brakes. Have your tires and brakes inspected at least annually for safety, especially for golf carts that have been customized to be street legal.
  • Tune-ups. Make sure you stay on track with your regular engine tune-ups to ensure all your components are functioning properly and all fluids are kept at the right levels. An ounce of prevention is always worth the proverbial pound of cure.

Not sure what your golf cart’s maintenance requirements are? Check your owner’s manual or call your local golf cart retail and service center. Your local golf cart store can give you the standard maintenance expectations for different golf cart models and when they should be performed. To ensure the maintenance is done correctly and meets your vehicle warranty standards, bring your cart to a service center that specializes in golf cart maintenance and repairs.

Posted on behalf of:
Action Specialty Carts
1891 McFarland Pkwy
Alpharetta, GA 30005
(770) 888-0892

Jan
6

Custom Options for Your New Golf Cart

Posted in Golf Carts

Are you in the market to buy a new golf cart? Whether you are buying it for using on the course or want a golf cart for easy transportation around your residence or business property, why settle for a standard vehicle? Golf cart customization has come a long way, giving you the option of creating a stylish recreational vehicle with all the amenities you have wanted for your utility cart. Here are a few of the popular customization options that are available:

  • Street legal. Want to be able to drive through the neighborhood in your new cart? There are street legal kits that can give you all the safety options like rear view mirrors, speed chips and turn signals needed to meet your local street laws.
  • Enhanced wheels. Many utility cart owners are opting for larger wheels and tires on their carts, including off-road 10” tires for enhanced traction.
  • Customized paint or wraps. Trick out your golf cart with a customized paint job or a wrap to make your cart out in the crowd. You can represent your business logo, favorite sports team or hot rod flames – don’t settle for a boring cart when you can personalize it with your own flare.
  • Luxury options. Make your golf cart more like your luxury vehicle by adding options like a stereo, heater/AC, customized steering wheel and much more.

What would make your new golf cart the best it could be? There are endless custom options available to make your golf cart into the ultimate recreational vehicle. Talk to your local golf cart dealer today to begin exploring all the custom features that you can add to your new cart.

Posted on behalf of:
Top Dog Golf Carts
55055Hammond Industrial Dr
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 887-7433

Dec
3

Tips for Choosing a Utility Cart for a Sportsman

Posted in Golf Carts

If you want a new utility cart for hunting or fishing, you are going to want a cart that can handle more than what is on the average golf course. Backwoods trails are harder to navigate than the manicured green lawns of the course. If you are shopping for a utility cart for yourself or your spouse to take into the woods, here are some tips for getting the right cart for the active sportsman or sportswoman.

  • Electric versus gas. In most cases, rugged terraine is better handled by a gas engine than an electric cart. However, electric engines are quieter for those headed into the woods to hunt. You will also want to consider how far and how long you will be using the cart; you don’t want to get stuck in the woods because the batteries run out of their charge.
  • Tire tread. For rough, muddy roads or traveling off-road, you will need tires with deeper tread and a cart with higher clearance. Larger wheels with rugged traction tires are a must for some areas.
  • Weather. If you will be using your cart in cold, wet weather, you may want to invest in some weather protection. You will need a roof and weather enclosure, plus a heater can be needed after a long, cold day in the woods.
  • Weight capacity. If you plan on hunting large game and bringing back your prize with your cart, consider the load and towing capacity. Two or three hunters and a deer on the back will require a large load capacity!

Make sure to talk to your local dealer about how you will be using your new cart. They can help you find the right cart for your sporting needs.

Posted on behalf of:
Action Specialty Carts
1891 McFarland Pkwy
Alpharetta, GA 30005
(770) 888-0892

Dec
3

5 Personal Uses for Golf Carts Off the Course

Posted in Golf Carts

Even people who have never played golf in their life can be happy owners of a golf cart. Although originally created for this popular sport, the golf cart has evolved into a useful personal vehicle for many other reasons. Although there are many commercial uses for these carts at airports, parks and other businesses, there are many reasons to use these carts personally. Here are five great uses and reasons to own a personal golf cart.

  1. Neighborhood traveler. Do you live in a close community? Golf carts are excellent for close-by transportation in your neighborhood. Many carts can be converted for legal road use.
  2. Special events. If you host large events on your property, a golf cart is a great way to transport guests to the action.
  3. Disabilities. If you have a bad knee, arthritis or other health conditions, golf carts are a good way to keep you mobile and active.  You can bring them with you on camping trips and other adventures that may involve more walking then you can handle.
  4. Property maintenance. Those with large properties like farms are a perfect fit for a golf or utility cart. This gives you a fast, easy way to move around your property.
  5. Other sports.  These carts may be named for golf but they are used in other sports too. Skeet shooting and hunters can benefit from the private ownership of their own golf cart.

There are many different sizes and types of golf carts to meet your personal needs. Stop by a local golf cart dealer to check out the options available – there is a model right for almost any need or budget.

Posted on behalf of:
Top Dog Golf Carts
55055 Hammond Industrial Dr
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 887-7433

Oct
26

Benefits of Owning a Street Legal Golf Cart

Posted in Golf Carts

Golf carts are no longer just for the guys wearing bright colored pants on the course. You see them in airports, at amusement parks and at almost any business that has a large amount of property. One other place you are beginning to see more and more of these small utility vehicles is on the street. Street legal golf carts are becoming more popular for quick transportation that is green and cost effective.

Uses of a Street Legal Utility Cart

Street legal golf or utility carts have a few different features than a recreational model. They are equipped with additional safety features like windshields, seat belts and even rear view mirrors. They also must be able to travel the speed limit of a residential area, usually about 35 MPH. Each state and municipality may have different laws on what golf carts must have to be considered street legal.

So what can you use a street legal cart for and what are the benefits? Here are a few reasons people invest in these versatile vehicles.

  • Neighborhood vehicle. If you live in a neighborhood or community that has amenities like a club house, store or pool that are blocks away from your home, a street legal cart is a great way to quickly get around the neighborhood.
  • College campuses. Going from one end of campus to another is quicker and easier with a street legal cart.
  • Green option. Golf carts are very energy efficient and are easy on the environment. They offer a green option for local transportation in areas with low speed limits.

For short trips, street legal golf carts can be a great way to get around. They are economical, easy to park and perfect for those who cannot walk for long distances. Just make sure to check the laws in your area on what features must be included on your cart to make it street legal.

Posted on behalf of:
Action Specialty Carts
1891 McFarland Pkwy
Alpharetta, GA 30005
(770) 888-0892

Oct
26

Personalize Your Golf Cart with Customization

Posted in Golf Carts

Whether you want a golf cart for the course or as a tool to use for your business, you want a cart that reflects your personality. Why buy a standard golf or utility cart when you can have a customized cart that has the bells and whistles you want? Like any vehicle, golf carts can be customized any way you desire, from the wheels and paint to adding specialized options like stereos and street-legal kits. The only things limiting you is your imagination and your budget.

Golf Cart Customization Ideas

There are a few ways that you can make your golf cart stand out through customization. Though a basic model will get you where you want to go, why stop there? Here are a few ideas to create a cart that has all the features and options that you prefer.

  • Customized paint or wrap. Golf carts can undergo a customized paint job or even a wrap to get the look you want. Whether you want to match your cart to your company’s colors or reflect your love for your favorite sport’s team, you can create a personalized cart that won’t be easily forgotten.
  • Lifts, wheels and tires. Wheels and tires can make a big difference on your car or truck and the same is true for your golf cart. Lift kits are also a popular option to give more clearance and improve the aesthetics of the vehicle.
  • Personalized features. Almost any features or options that you can add to your vehicle can also be added to your golf cart. Stereos, A/C, leather upholstery and many other options are available to stylize your cart.

Don’t settle for a plain golf cart. Make a statement with a customized cart that will be as unique as you are.

Posted on behalf of:
Top Dog Golf Carts
55055Hammond Industrial Dr
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 887-7433

Jul
25

Customizing Your Golf or Utility Cart

Posted in Golf Carts

If you already own a golf cart or are considering buying a new model, there are many options available to customize your golf or utility cart. The basic equipment of most golf carts can be upgraded to include many options that can improve the comfort, look and functionality of your cart. Whether you want better protection for inclement weather or want your golf cart to reflect your personal style, there are many features available to make your cart function and look more like a recreational vehicle versus the standard golf cart. 

Utility Cart Customization Options

Whether you use your golf cart on the course, in the woods or it’s used for your business, there are many options to add function and a little luxury to your cart. From stylish wheels to improved cover, these features are becoming very popular for utility cart owners to personalize their vehicles. Some of the most popular customization options include: 

  • Stereos. If you spend a lot of time in your utility cart, a nice option is adding a stereo to give you access to your favorite music and radio shows.
  • Enclosures. Don’t get soaked the next time inclement weather rolls in while you are out in your cart. Enclosures give you better protection from rain and wind.
  • Wheels and tires. Larger tires and Mag wheels are popular options to improve the look and function of your utility cart.
  • Heat and cooling options. Whether it is hot or cold outside, you can improve the comfort of your golf cart with the addition of a heater and cooling fans. 

Your local golf cart dealer can educate you on all the incredible features that are available for your golf or utility cart. Upgrade your cart for a higher level of style and comfort.

Posted on behalf of:
Action Specialty Carts
1891 McFarland Pkwy
Alpharetta, GA 30005
(770) 888-0892

Jul
25

Benefits of Investing in a Golf Cart for Your Business

Posted in Golf Carts

Do you run a business that is situated on a large piece of property? Many businesses such as apartment complexes, retirement homes, amusement parks and many others may be spread out over several acres or more. Walking from one end to another can be quite a jaunt, making it necessary to consider other ways to get around the property. Golf carts are the perfect solution for these types of businesses, giving you, your employees and customers a convenient way to move around the property. Here are three benefits of investing in a golf cart for your business: 

  1. Save time. Anyone running a business knows time is money. A golf cart can help reduce time spent traveling around large properties. Whether it is for your groundskeeper, maintenance personnel or sales people, a golf cart can help get the job done faster.
  2. Reduce injuries. Walking miles throughout the day or carrying items from one area to another puts your employees at higher risk of on-the-job injury. Golf carts can help lighten the load and reduce the chance of your employees being injured, saving your business money in worker’s compensation and liability.
  3. Impress your clients. If you have clients that will need to access different areas of the property, a golf cart to transport them can enhance the professionalism of your business. Clients will appreciate being chauffeured versus walking long distances. 

Golf carts come in a wide variety of models, sizes and features in affordable options. For any business that has a large complex, is it a worthy investment. Talk to your local golf cart dealer to learn more about buying a new or used golf cart for your business.

Posted on behalf of:
Top Dog Golf Carts
55055Hammond Industrial Dr
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 887-7433

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