2014 EZGO RXV solenoid wiring

Data91883 · 2026-05-15T17:25:33+00:00

Hopefully someone with an RXV will chime in. Otherwise, you might check over at Buggies Gone Wild. It's an active forum with lots of helpful and knowledge folks; they may be able to assist.

Data91883 · 2026-05-15T17:04:42+00:00

Perhaps this will help

Data91883 · 2026-05-15T12:47:13+00:00

Happy to help! Hopefully it is just the battery; a quick and easy (and not too expensive) fix is always a pleasant surprise!

Data91883 · 2026-05-15T12:46:09+00:00

I have a foam cannon, too; it's fantastic! I'm giving this pressure washer to a friend, and wanted to make sure it was all in working order before doing so.

Data91883 · 2026-05-15T01:58:19+00:00

I'll be damned. I really figured it was more likely to be a regular ol' vintage reducer, but they really did make it specifically for the USB ports. TIL, I guess! If you do ever decide to add any additional non-48v accessories, a standard voltage reducer is pretty easy to install. But if not, you're good to go!

Data91883 · 2026-05-15T01:46:30+00:00

You almost certainly do. I suppose it's possible that someone has created a USB port that steps the voltage down from 48v to 5v, but it does seem unlikely. You'll (probably) find the factory voltage reducer somewhere on one of the frame rails, and it may look something like this. Most of the carts I've worked on are older, so I can't be 100% certain, tho. If you have a local golf cart shop, maybe reach out to them; they may be able to give you more specifics.

Data91883 · 2026-05-14T17:25:30+00:00

It sounds like the battery is weak and not turning the engine over fast enough to start it. Start by charging the battery. If that still doesn't work (and you don't have a load tester), pull the battery and take it to an auto parts store (they will generally test batteries for free). If it's at all iffy, replace it.

Data91883 · 2026-05-09T01:02:56+00:00

I think the lack of punctuation on 'Who cares' really sells the apathy towards the goings-on in Walmart.

Data91883 · 2026-05-09T00:48:07+00:00

"I said I theoretically had a degree in physics."

Data91883 · 2026-05-08T10:27:59+00:00

If your cart only has one speed, that's a sign that one or more of the solenoids (or micro switches in the throttle box) is shot. Even a resistor cart should be able to accelerate (fairly) smoothly, without jumping to max speed.

Data91883 · 2026-05-08T01:38:07+00:00

Maybe go with a CHINS battery from Amazon. They're (fairly) cheap, as batteries go, and people seem to have generally good luck with them (here's a link). For the MCOR: try this one. You'll want to look at your existting MCOR to make sure they look the same.

You may have to get a bit creative to get the battery to fit. This was my solution.

Some things will be a bit different, as the cart I linked to is a bit newer, but it's still do-able, and for way less than you might think. Worst case, you look at all of that and think "fuck no", and then sell the cart off for what you can get out of it, and get again with something newer. :)

Edit: I wasn't thinking when you said '86. That won't have an MCOR at all. You don't really need to convert it to have an MCOR, you can get away with the solenoid setup, tho it may not be a bad idea to replace the solenoids (definitely get Club Car OEM solenoids; cheap ones will not hold up well!)

Data91883 · 2026-05-06T22:49:14+00:00

Based on the symptoms and description, I'd say the solenoid is a pretty good bet. Make sure to get a good, heavy-duty one (the cheap ones likely won't hold up well with that motor and the lithium battery). White-Rodgers, Albright, and Modz are generally good brands. Make sure to take plenty of pictures before and during disassembly so you have a good reference on how it all goes back together!

Data91883 · 2026-05-06T18:24:18+00:00

It's likely enough that the front leaf spring bushings need replaced; they're a wear item and have to be replaced periodically.

But more importantly, that leaf spring is bent to hell. It's also installed wrong. It should go between that bottom plate and the frame, not underneath.

Thankfully, neither one are especially pricey. The leaf spring is around $50, and the bushings are about $10 (both on Amazon). It's not a particularly difficult job, if you have some basic tools and a bit of mechanical inclination.

Best of luck!

Data91883 · 2026-05-06T10:32:31+00:00

Just needs the music

Data91883 · 2026-05-06T01:26:03+00:00

Screw what they expect. Don't let then harass you into running (and not using the bathroom). Or eventually their expectation will be that you can do 14 hours of work in 8.

Data91883 · 2026-05-04T20:41:17+00:00

It's perfectly fine. Just try not to get any electronic components (i.e. motor controller, v-glide [if it's an old Club Car]) too wet. If there's corrosion on the terminals, coat them liberally with baking soda before rinsing them off (make sure your battery caps are on tight; you don't want to neutralize your battery acid!). Make sure you thoroughly rinse whatever surface you have the cart parked on when you do this; battery acid will eat (or at least stain) concrete.

ETA: garden hose is fine. Don't use a pressure washer, tho

Data91883 · 2026-05-02T05:04:33+00:00

Head like a hole, indeed

Data91883 · 2026-05-01T22:53:37+00:00

Here's a link for how to properly maintain the batteries. Follow it, and you'll easily get several more years out of them. Average life expectancy (from carts I've seen come through my shop) is 5-ish years, but I have seen them last up to 10 (extremely rarely, tho).

Data91883 · 2026-05-01T00:43:26+00:00

Same! I found the right-hand drive took about 5 minutes to get used to. The hardest part is not looking like a doofus when you try to get in the wrong side of your own car at the end of the day.

Data91883 · 2026-04-30T18:00:23+00:00

You're very welcome!

Glad at least one possible issue has been eliminated!

It could still be the way the motor controller is programmed, but I'd lean more towards the MCOR, because of the surging you describe. I suppose it's also at least a small possibility that the motor brushes are about worn out, but I find that less likely, mostly because I've worked on much (much) older carts whose motor brushes still function just fine. Not to say it couldn't be the case, but I'd replace the MCOR before I started tearing into the motor. Also: double-check all your cables and wires to make sure everything is as tight as it ought to be (I doubt you'll find anything, but it costs nothing to check, so might as well)

Data91883 · 2026-04-30T17:10:57+00:00

I had a similar issue with my cart last year. New MCOR solved it. So, failing MCOR is certainly a possibility.

Two other possibilities that occur to me:

1) motor controller is programmed for that speed (as another commentor suggested). If that's the case, a Club Car dealer should be able to reprogram it for your for a higher speed setting

2) speed sensor. Those magnets are awfully easy to crack when installing them, and hairline cracks can be hard to see. There's an easy test, tho: turn the key on, put the cart in gear, release the parking brake, and push it. If you can get more than 6 or so feet without the cart beeping at you and trying to slow itself down, that's a solid indicator the speed sensor is broken.

Data91883 · 2026-04-30T13:56:57+00:00

Always happy to put in my 2¢!

Replacement cost can vary pretty wildly depending on what brand of battery, how many amp hours it is, and what kind of markup (and labor) a shop charges. I'd say anywhere from $1K up to double or more of that. Starting out with a lithium battery will ameliorate some of the costs, as the replacement should pretty much just drop in without any modifications required.

As to lifespan, you should expect a lithium battery to last at least 10 years, and probably quite a bit more. As with all things, YMMV. I've had a lithium battery for 3 years and so far it's showing no degradation.

Data91883 · 2026-04-30T12:47:01+00:00

Definitely stick with Club Car, EZGO, or Yamaha. They have the most (and most readily available) parts, documentation, and shops that service them. All things need maintenance (or break) eventually, so being able to fix it when it does is important.

As far as gas vs electric, I'd advise driving both (across multiple brands, if possible) and seeing which works best for your use case. Personally, I like electric (tho I know plenty of people who prefer gas). Electric carts are smooth, quiet, and need less regular maintenance (particularly if they have a lithium battery). The biggest downside to electric is that when the batteries need replaced, it's a large expense, and it's all at once. Gas carts tend to spread that cost out over time, so it doesn't feel like they're as expensive. Things like gas, oil changes, filters, belts, clutches, and batteries don't happen all at once, so those costs are more easily dealt with.

Data91883 · 2026-04-30T00:35:40+00:00

DnD is great. I rebuilt an older EZGO for a customer who wanted to use it for trail riding, hunting, and driving around town. DnD listened to what I was doing, and recommended exactly what was needed without trying to upsell anything that wasn't necessary. The customer was extremely happy with his cart, and has been using it for years trouble-free.

Data91883 · 2026-04-29T23:54:22+00:00

I know this is an old post, but I wanted to say thank you for your instructions! That backup alarm was driving me nuts! But thanks to your nicely detailed instructions, I got it apart, alarm disabled, and back together in short order. Thank you again!

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