ASK THE MECHANIC From time to time we get golf-cart-related questions from our readers either on our website (GolfCarting.com) or from our social media pages. When we get these questions we reach out to our sponsors and advertisers who are leaders in the golf cart industry and get educated answers to better help our readers.
(right front to left rear and left front to right rear). If you are noticing some wear on the side or outside of the tires you may want to check your alignment.
Q: Does adding bigger tires and a lift really increase my top speed? A: Yes, it certainly does. It’s all about physics and the way electric motors work. A full tire Q: How often should we actually check and fill revolution covers less ground when the tire our golf cart batteries? is smaller so larger tires will allow you to A: To get the longest life out of your batteries cover more ground, thus a higher top speed. Generally you can get 2-4mph more from 23” and the best performance you should check tires versus stock. these every month even if you’re not using the cart. Make sure to only fill them just past Q: How long should a new set of higher-end the metal inside the battery. batteries like Trojan last? Q: Should I be rotating my tires and if so how A: That depends on the use, but for normal, average use and assuming you are often? maintaining the water levels you can expect A: Yes. We suggest you rotate your tires once a year and move them from corner to corner to get up to 5-6 years from a set of batteries. 50 GOLFCARTING.COM
