The reason eight Yamaha golf cart may backfire when slowing down, is the air to fuel mixture needs adjustment. The golf cart is getting too much. Fuel.
21 ft pounds
To slow down a gas Yamaha golf cart, you can gradually ease off the accelerator pedal, which reduces engine power and speed. Additionally, gently applying the brakes will help decelerate the cart safely. If the cart is equipped with a speed governor, adjusting it can also limit maximum speed. Always ensure to maintain a safe distance from obstacles while slowing down.
We hooked up the battery wrong , positive to negative and negative to positive and the motor still turned over but would noy start. Why did this happen ? This is a 1999 gas golf cart ez go.
Yamaha golf cars are made in Newnan, Georgia. Yamaha electric golf cars are 95% made in the USA and the gas cars are 88% made in the USA. Most all of the car is built by Yamaha in their plant in Georgia. Other brands of cars are basically no more than 66% built in the USA making Yamaha the more American cart.
i have a Yamaha golf cartserial# jg5-315607 the cart was starving for fuel and not running properly cleaned the carbchecked the lines and the 3 way valve the cart will only run when i pull the choke then of course it smokes as it is to rich. on the flat area it will run okay asmall ioncline i have to pull the choke this is a gas engine . would there be a electronic governor on this cart if so where is it also is there a gas filter in the tank? i do not know the year
no you can also use gas it just depends on type it uses.
Get a gas powered motor and connect where electric one was.
If your Yamaha golf cart is chugging, first check the fuel level and ensure you have enough gas. Next, inspect the air filter for clogs and clean or replace it if necessary. Additionally, examine the spark plug for wear or fouling, and replace it if needed. If the problem persists, consider consulting a professional mechanic for a more thorough diagnosis.
Electric, save money by using electric and the charge will last long. The gas golf cart may go faster though.
For a Yamaha G16 gas golf cart engine, the torque specification for the rod bolts is typically around 25-30 ft-lbs (foot-pounds). It's essential to follow the manufacturer's guidelines and use a calibrated torque wrench for accuracy. Always consult the service manual for your specific model to ensure proper torque settings and procedures.
Well since it does not start, first suspect the starter. The battery is easy to eliminate as the cause. The alternator could also be the problem. If the battery is dead but it retains a charge from another source after a jump start, the alternator is the problem. Disconnect the battery after the cart has started. If the engine dies it is a bad alternator, same as a car, unless the golf cart is a pull start ignition type like a lawn mower (I really don't know much about gas powered golf carts).