Just added an equivalent kit to my G19E. Drove the rear units up as far as they would go. My cart has a removable panel by the top of the rear shocks so was easier to manipulate. Tried a drift pin to align the holes and there was not good hole alignment, so I used a right angle-headed drill to adjust the hole location. Drilled in a rearward direction. Front went together easy, but the shoulder on the front shock extension kept it from seating at the top. About a quarter inch short. Bolt hole to hole showed it at 4 1/4”. Going to disassemble and grind the shoulders a smidge to see if that works better, because the camber is off about an 1/8”. Trying for a true 4” of extension.
Dan Patton why couldn't you drill through the plate should be able to start with smaller hole to the size you need.hope toget the video of finished cart this weekend going to camp and going on a poker run with the golf cart. good luck
Did you get a stabilizer plate with your kit..I got nothing except 2 sleeves about 3 “ long..plan on making a plate unless I can boy one somewhere..DAN
Liked the video. I am installing the same kit now. The instructions with the kit could have been a little better. Installed the rear tonight. Hope to do the front this weekend. Like others here I would like to see your finished cart. Thank you for posting the video.
Keith Morgan Hi Keith glad you liked the video.yes the instructions are a little vague that's kinda why I did the video. And I will try to get a video of my finished cart this weekend... Thanks Don
Got the same kit for my g16 cart and went on for the most part but the front tires are leaning out too much to me . And I've got it on the same way you do . And nothing is bent .
farmall51 yeah mine lean out alittle but not bad at all. I would try moving the shock mount up or down.see if that helps then drill holes and bolt it down.
I’ve installed mine. But the camber is way off. The front shock mount has adjustable slot. But when bracket is in place, it’s kinda in “fixed” position. How to adjust without drilling multiplelarge holes in upper shock attachment. ? Thx
Hello - installed some on my g19 and it’s the same exact , my cart rides so much worse which wouldn’t mind so much but the front end is all out of wack too, like it drives where it wants and it sways big time , little spooky . Am I missing something here , I know you get what ya pay for , but I thought it would be a little better . Do you have issues with adjustments , front end sway or camber. I was thinking of ditching the kit for a better one but they are out of stock. If you could replace yours , would you , if you could just snap your fingers or do you like your lift that much ? I really would like this kit to work well since it’s all ready to go , just it’s not bullet proof anymore . Apologies if post is to long , just looking for a update and a few answers for my questions .😎🙏
Hi I have no issues with mine.but I did have the sway problem. I added wheel spacers that seemed to help alot.maybe check things over again? I probably would change now if I could just snap my fingers. But at the time it was a cost issue. But it still works good so iam not gonna change now.sorry this isn't working out for you.and thanks for watching.
Nice little video, shows me exactly what I needed to see. Got a quick question for you on the directions it has me removing the inner a arm boats with a punch? Not really sure why they're having me do that because there are no parts or extensions for the inner a arms?
cl listed Hi I don't know why they tell you that either.i didn't have to remove anything with a punch. I just unbolted the a arms a put the plates on and bolted them together.
Getting the front camber right with a 4” lift and 12” wheels with 20” tires has been a nightmare…maybe because I’m OCD and can’t stand to look at my front wheels tilted out. Sorry if you explained it, I’m deaf and the subtitles aren’t helpful. I have the same setup, and SGC lift with the same SS wheels and tires. Mine is electric, I believe it’s a G19.
Nice vid! I've been thinking about getting new tires but didn't want stock size but wasn't going to spend 300$ on a lift. Saw this one just wasn't sure on its durability
So far so good on this one we ran it all summer at camp. And will be using it again this year. 20x10 is the biggest tire you can run with this lift kit tho. Thanks for watching. Please hit the like button and subscribe if you want I'll be posting more videos soon!
Yeah 20s are good I didn't want Togo to high I have some older folks that ride it. didnt want to make it difficult for them to get on. any questions feel free to message me.
Not sure why I couldn't drill it, probably just got tired and weak. Going to try again and get better leverage. Finished the front also and it looks like a different cart. Thanks for your video and help. Dan
Great video, I also have been leery about which kit to buy and haven't pulled the trigger. My cart is a G2 but I doubt the look would differ much between models. Do you have any pictures of the cart with the wheels on yet? I'm still on the fence about how big to go, I'm not looking to go crazy, I just want a little more clearance and better tires to handle muddy/slippery grass.
donald hirt Hi Don not sure on the step of the front plates. I can measure if you need me to. But I got this kit for 70.00 I think at jmz tire that's where I got the tires also.look them up....Thanks
Hi Don sorry taking so long to get you the measurements but trying to work on my boat now. The bend is 3/4 starts 2" down then 1 3/4 down to 2" again. Need anything else let me know..thanks
Sorry, im commenting all over the place. Lol. Did you lose turning radius? Maybe my tires are too big? But if I turn hard, fronts will lock into the fender well
Got this installed. Really easy however the rear drivers side shock with weight applied wants to twist or almost lean inward. Not sure how to keep this from happening unless I wild a bracket so it doesn't simply twist over.hope makes sense
For starters, it looks like the shock is somewhat tilted and the way the bolts are inserted I could almost see it wanting to move that way.. almost like there needs to be some kind of plate that attaches to the frame up there to keep that 4 inch piece from basically turning inward on the Bolt
I just noticed something when looking at the top of your rear shocks where the lift kit attaches it looks like there's a little square plate sticking out from the top? If that's attached to the top mount I could see that keeping it from twisting however Mike it didn't come with that?
This kit sucks ass - I had the same one for a year - miserable with excuses (I was ) , I got a real lift kit and it’s truly night and day - wider and taller , drives straighter and no twisted metal clown van vibes ( side to side up high ) Just not worth it - I wanted to change it back for so long after I did the economy lift , the new lift was exactly what I wanted the whole time. Just seen this vid pop up and I had to say something. I literally had this same economy lift all painted yellow and after the pretty simple install , it was all excuses from there. Looks great rides sooooooo bad , soooooooo bad. Good luck guys. Owner of a g19 Yamaha and I always loved it.
Not sure? I think you're talking about the plate that goes on the rear for the stabilizer bar.but I don't know why rear wheel is off by 3"email me with a pic and I'll try and help doncole88@gmail.com.
It lowers the panhard rod back to where it is level across the rear end. Some call it a stabilizer, but the bar centers the rear end and keeps it from moving side to side.
Billy should be 8 all the same size I know those go up front and should be 4 same size bolts for the shock mounts on the rear and 4 shorter ones that go in the shock mounts for the front..hope this helps
I added this kit along with the same 20” tires you have along w/2” spacers. Now my front end sags AND the tires rub on turns against frame. What can I do?
Yeah mine did too in the back I added some wheel spacers. Check out my other video on that Hope this helps please hit the like button and subscribe Thanks
Trucker Don I’ve added the 2 inch wheel spacers front and back. Back is fine, but front tires run against frame. Is there a way to move a arm forward 1inch. I think that will solve my problem.
I did it just makes it alot easier to see what's going on. And to get the tools in to tighten everything down. Thanks and hit the like and subscribe buttons please.
Depends if you got back seats. If so it's alittle harder. But still worth it I think. You have to get to the top shock mounts in the back. And it would be hard to get to with the body on.
Nope if it's the same kit it just lowers the a arms and shock mounts. Any more questions feel free to ask Thanks for watching and hit the like and subscribe buttons .Thanks Don
www.ebay.com/itm/4-Block-Golf-Cart-Lift-Kit-Yamaha-Models-G14-G16-G19-/121514168311?vxp=mtr&hash=item1c4acf0ff7. This is where I got mine thanks for watching and hit the subscribe and like buttons please.
Ok thanks I see your concern but I think since it's belt drive it will be ok..they sell allot of these kits and I haven't heard anybody saying anything about a problem with the angle.hope all goes well for ya.send some pics when your done! Happy carting!
I think a stabilizer is what I need? After installing same lift kit, and putting on bigger wheels, the rear end is tipsy like. Not sure how to explain it has alot of wobble. Can you tell me more about the stabilizer?
You should have a stabilizer plate and bar you need to reconnect them after the lift. With another plate you will have to drill a hole to bolt them together.also I added wheel spacers that I think help alot with stability of the whole cart. Hope this helps.
I found a kit on Amazon “ECOTRIC 4" Block Golf Cart Lift Kit for Yamaha G14/G16/G19 Models” there’s like a couple parts that I didn’t find in your video. ?
I think it will.I would just read the description before you buy the kit.they do make a few different economy kits for the Yamaha. Thanks for watching!
20x10x10 is perfect. One thing that was not shown in video is the panhard bar attachment. This is the brace that mounts to bumper and the drop down bracket.
I think the lift was 80-100 tires 400-500 it's been a few years now so prices may have went up but here's where I got them. Thanks for watching themjzmgolf.com/
So glad to see your video. I have the same cart and wanted to see an econ lift before I bought one. Thank You!! I would like to see the results if possible. I have never had a cart and I'm learning as I go. Have changed the wheels to 10" ones, working on the brakes now. Please email me if you don't mind showing your results and maybe giving me some pointers. Thanks! patdan@charter.net
Just bought this lift not realizing there was no instructions with it.. so mad!!! Thanks for the video!! Seriously made my day!!
Got a bag of steel plates with nuts and bolts with no instructions. Thanks to you I don't need any. Great video and now ready for installation.
Glad I could help
Excellent thank you ! It's so nice to have a quick to the point video....rare
Just added an equivalent kit to my G19E. Drove the rear units up as far as they would go. My cart has a removable panel by the top of the rear shocks so was easier to manipulate. Tried a drift pin to align the holes and there was not good hole alignment, so I used a right angle-headed drill to adjust the hole location. Drilled in a rearward direction. Front went together easy, but the shoulder on the front shock extension kept it from seating at the top. About a quarter inch short. Bolt hole to hole showed it at 4 1/4”. Going to disassemble and grind the shoulders a smidge to see if that works better, because the camber is off about an 1/8”. Trying for a true 4” of extension.
Got my kit yesterday and got the rear installed. Couldn't drill thru the stabilizer plate but tightened real good, hope I don't have a problem.
Dan Patton why couldn't you drill through the plate should be able to start with smaller hole to the size you need.hope toget the video of finished cart this weekend going to camp and going on a poker run with the golf cart. good luck
I know im late here. Can anyone provide more info on stabilizer? My kit didn't come with one.
Did you get a stabilizer plate with your kit..I got nothing except 2 sleeves about 3 “ long..plan on making a plate unless I can boy one somewhere..DAN
Yes I got a plate with my kit but it is to extend down so your stablizer bar can bolt to that
@@dantwolf9751 Yes, kit came with everything needed. Got my kit from Steeleng.
Great Video Bro!! Same problem with Me …The Kits Have No Instructions!! 🎉 Your A Life Saver 🛟
Great video, this helped me w/ my installation this weekend, appreciate it.
Liked the video. I am installing the same kit now. The instructions with the kit could have been a little better. Installed the rear tonight. Hope to do the front this weekend. Like others here I would like to see your finished cart. Thank you for posting the video.
Keith Morgan Hi Keith glad you liked the video.yes the instructions are a little vague that's kinda why I did the video. And I will try to get a video of my finished cart this weekend... Thanks Don
Thanks for this!!!
Thanks! Great video. Showed me what I needed to see right away!!🤘
Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!
Was actually looking at some of these houses holding up so far. I know if you go any higher than these blocks the cost goes way up
Holding up great so far.
I thank you very much. This video was just what I was needing.
You're very welcome glad it helped you! Please hit the like and subscribe buttons! Thanks for watching!
Good video man ...
Thank you!
Got the same kit for my g16 cart and went on for the most part but the front tires are leaning out too much to me . And I've got it on the same way you do . And nothing is bent .
farmall51 yeah mine lean out alittle but not bad at all. I would try moving the shock mount up or down.see if that helps then drill holes and bolt it down.
Trucker Don ok thanks we just did ours yesterday. Went back to your video a few times . Thank for the help.
I’ve installed mine. But the camber is way off. The front shock mount has adjustable slot. But when bracket is in place, it’s kinda in “fixed” position. How to adjust without drilling multiplelarge holes in upper shock attachment. ? Thx
Hello - installed some on my g19 and it’s the same exact , my cart rides so much worse which wouldn’t mind so much but the front end is all out of wack too, like it drives where it wants and it sways big time , little spooky .
Am I missing something here , I know you get what ya pay for , but I thought it would be a little better . Do you have issues with adjustments , front end sway or camber. I was thinking of ditching the kit for a better one but they are out of stock. If you could replace yours , would you , if you could just snap your fingers or do you like your lift that much ? I really would like this kit to work well since it’s all ready to go , just it’s not bullet proof anymore .
Apologies if post is to long , just looking for a update and a few answers for my questions .😎🙏
Hi I have no issues with mine.but I did have the sway problem. I added wheel spacers that seemed to help alot.maybe check things over again? I probably would change now if I could just snap my fingers. But at the time it was a cost issue. But it still works good so iam not gonna change now.sorry this isn't working out for you.and thanks for watching.
Just ran across this, where did you get the economy lift kit from...I have a G14. Thanks.
Pretty sure it was ebay.but that's been a few years ago
@@truckerdonsworkshop6408 I'll do a search on ebay, thanks for the video!
Nice little video, shows me exactly what I needed to see. Got a quick question for you on the directions it has me removing the inner a arm boats with a punch? Not really sure why they're having me do that because there are no parts or extensions for the inner a arms?
cl listed Hi I don't know why they tell you that either.i didn't have to remove anything with a punch. I just unbolted the a arms a put the plates on and bolted them together.
Trucker Don .I got it;) all figured out. Super easy..the punch comment thru me..thanks for the fast reply
cl listed no problem thanks for watching and subscribing!!
Getting the front camber right with a 4” lift and 12” wheels with 20” tires has been a nightmare…maybe because I’m OCD and can’t stand to look at my front wheels tilted out. Sorry if you explained it, I’m deaf and the subtitles aren’t helpful.
I have the same setup, and SGC lift with the same SS wheels and tires. Mine is electric, I believe it’s a G19.
Yes sorry you're having trouble with that.i don't remember having problems with that..thanks for watching
Nice vid! I've been thinking about getting new tires but didn't want stock size but wasn't going to spend 300$ on a lift. Saw this one just wasn't sure on its durability
So far so good on this one we ran it all summer at camp. And will be using it again this year. 20x10 is the biggest tire you can run with this lift kit tho. Thanks for watching. Please hit the like button and subscribe if you want I'll be posting more videos soon!
Trucker Don I used your videos to convince my fiance that we needed this lift. 20's were what I wanted to go with so that's good news!
Yeah 20s are good I didn't want Togo to high I have some older folks that ride it. didnt want to make it difficult for them to get on. any questions feel free to message me.
Did you drill two holes for the front shocks? My instructions say only one but I noticed you have to bolts and two backer plates on each front shock.
Yes my instructions called for two bolts on each side.
Thanks a bunch. Great video by the way. Helped me out lots.
@@jasonperry8367 Thanks and glad it helped you out.
It’s 7mons later how do you like the eco lift now?
Still doing great!
Where do the two round/ cylinder spacers go? Thanks
Iam not sure do you have the same kit? Maybe on the back.
Where did you get the kit?
Not sure why I couldn't drill it, probably just got tired and weak. Going to try again and get better leverage. Finished the front also and it looks like a different cart. Thanks for your video and help. Dan
Great video, I also have been leery about which kit to buy and haven't pulled the trigger. My cart is a G2 but I doubt the look would differ much between models. Do you have any pictures of the cart with the wheels on yet? I'm still on the fence about how big to go, I'm not looking to go crazy, I just want a little more clearance and better tires to handle muddy/slippery grass.
Weme Deeres yes . do have email that I can send some to?
jraasen@hotmail.com
How much of a step is there in the front plates? Would like to fab my own lift. Thanks for video and any info you could share.
donald hirt Hi Don not sure on the step of the front plates. I can measure if you need me to. But I got this kit for 70.00 I think at jmz tire that's where I got the tires also.look them up....Thanks
Trucker Don that would be great if you could get a measurement on a low budget and I work in a fab shop the guys could make them for me. Thanks
donald hirt ok going to camp this weekend to close up for the season I'll bring it back with me and I'll get the measurements. Thanks
Hi Don sorry taking so long to get you the measurements but trying to work on my boat now. The bend is 3/4 starts 2" down then 1 3/4 down to 2" again. Need anything else let me know..thanks
Sorry, im commenting all over the place. Lol. Did you lose turning radius? Maybe my tires are too big? But if I turn hard, fronts will lock into the fender well
No I didn't lose turning radius.yes your tires might be to big.what size are your tires?
Got this installed. Really easy however the rear drivers side shock with weight applied wants to twist or almost lean inward. Not sure how to keep this from happening unless I wild a bracket so it doesn't simply twist over.hope makes sense
cl listed yeah not sure why it would do that.
For starters, it looks like the shock is somewhat tilted and the way the bolts are inserted I could almost see it wanting to move that way.. almost like there needs to be some kind of plate that attaches to the frame up there to keep that 4 inch piece from basically turning inward on the Bolt
I just noticed something when looking at the top of your rear shocks where the lift kit attaches it looks like there's a little square plate sticking out from the top? If that's attached to the top mount I could see that keeping it from twisting however Mike it didn't come with that?
cl listed yeah that's what the block is for on mine so they don't twist from side to side.dont know why yours didn't come with them.
Trucker Don hmmm, any chance you have a decent picture of what that looks like? I definitely need something like that big time
What size wheels and tires did you put on your cart after the lift?
I think they were 10x20
This kit sucks ass - I had the same one for a year - miserable with excuses (I was ) , I got a real lift kit and it’s truly night and day - wider and taller , drives straighter and no twisted metal clown van vibes ( side to side up high )
Just not worth it - I wanted to change it back for so long after I did the economy lift , the new lift was exactly what I wanted the whole time.
Just seen this vid pop up and I had to say something.
I literally had this same economy lift all painted yellow and after the pretty simple install , it was all excuses from there. Looks great rides sooooooo bad , soooooooo bad.
Good luck guys. Owner of a g19 Yamaha and I always loved it.
What did you use that 3” x 8“ish plate on that had three holes for? My rear wheels are to the driver side like 3 inches off.
Not sure? I think you're talking about the plate that goes on the rear for the stabilizer bar.but I don't know why rear wheel is off by 3"email me with a pic and I'll try and help doncole88@gmail.com.
It lowers the panhard rod back to where it is level across the rear end. Some call it a stabilizer, but the bar centers the rear end and keeps it from moving side to side.
Im having the same issue! Help! @ND Farm bros
Gotta lower the panhard bar
What size wheels did you go with and were there any issues with spacing?
I think they're 20x10 no issues with spacing but I did put wheel spacers on to widen the tires out aliitle more. Thanks for watching
don any hints on what bolts go where alot of new bolts and sizes but nothing saying where to use what
Billy should be 8 all the same size I know those go up front and should be 4 same size bolts for the shock mounts on the rear and 4 shorter ones that go in the shock mounts for the front..hope this helps
I added this kit along with the same 20” tires you have along w/2” spacers. Now my front end sags AND the tires rub on turns against frame. What can I do?
Yeah mine did too in the back
I added some wheel spacers. Check out my other video on that
Hope this helps please hit the like button and subscribe Thanks
Trucker Don I’ve added the 2 inch wheel spacers front and back. Back is fine, but front tires run against frame. Is there a way to move a arm forward 1inch. I think that will solve my problem.
Can you email me some pics Doncole88@gmail.com and I'll compare to mine
Any updated fix on this? Im having alot of the same issues mentioned in these comments
Do you have to remove the entire body to install this kit?
I did it just makes it alot easier to see what's going on. And to get the tools in to tighten everything down. Thanks and hit the like and subscribe buttons please.
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How hard is it to remove the whole body?
Depends if you got back seats. If so it's alittle harder. But still worth it I think. You have to get to the top shock mounts in the back. And it would be hard to get to with the body on.
Jack the cart up and it's easy to install this lift. Glad Trucker Don took the body off to make it easy to see how everything goes.
@@truckerdonsworkshop6408 how does the cart ride after the lift is installed? Does it make it rough, or about the same?
Do any modifications need to be done to the steering rack?
Nope if it's the same kit it just lowers the a arms and shock mounts. Any more questions feel free to ask Thanks for watching and hit the like and subscribe buttons .Thanks Don
Looks simple enough, can you provide the link to the Parts source? Thanks
www.ebay.com/itm/4-Block-Golf-Cart-Lift-Kit-Yamaha-Models-G14-G16-G19-/121514168311?vxp=mtr&hash=item1c4acf0ff7. This is where I got mine thanks for watching and hit the subscribe and like buttons please.
What did you use to drill the holes?
Small drill bit first then up size to the one you need
Link to purchase? How much was it?
Don't remember where I purchased it..but it was around $100 thanks
Does it hurt to have the engine run at that angle after it’s lifted?
To be honest I don't know haven't done any real research on it. But we have had it almost two year's like that now and haven't had any problems.
@@truckerdonsworkshop6408 thanks,,, I was wondering if I would have to design something to level the engine,
@@adamclark9253 I wouldn't worry about it I haven't had a problem..thanks for watching and hit the like and subscribe button please.
@@truckerdonsworkshop6408 I liked, I'm subscribed and thank you I was a little worried about that angle
Ok thanks I see your concern but I think since it's belt drive it will be ok..they sell allot of these kits and I haven't heard anybody saying anything about a problem with the angle.hope all goes well for ya.send some pics when your done! Happy carting!
My kit come with the rear stabilizer, any idea where i can install it? Thanks
Anh Luong yes it bolts to the frame and the stabilizer bar after you lift it..you will have to drill through the metal plate
I think a stabilizer is what I need? After installing same lift kit, and putting on bigger wheels, the rear end is tipsy like. Not sure how to explain it has alot of wobble. Can you tell me more about the stabilizer?
You should have a stabilizer plate and bar you need to reconnect them after the lift. With another plate you will have to drill a hole to bolt them together.also I added wheel spacers that I think help alot with stability of the whole cart. Hope this helps.
@@truckerdonsworkshop6408 i guess the g9 didn't have a stabilizer.
Did you have to drill any holes
Yes I think just one or two holes for the back stabilizer plate
Ok ty
Ok Ty
Did you use all the parts?
Yes I did.. Thanks for watching and hit the like and subscribe button.
I found a kit on Amazon “ECOTRIC 4" Block Golf Cart Lift Kit for Yamaha G14/G16/G19 Models” there’s like a couple parts that I didn’t find in your video. ?
@@ndfarmbros prolly a different kit than what I have..maybe they gave you some extra bolts?
Will this work on a G14?
I think it will.I would just read the description before you buy the kit.they do make a few different economy kits for the Yamaha. Thanks for watching!
Will 22” tires work?
With this kit I think you can only go to 20"
20x10x10 is perfect. One thing that was not shown in video is the panhard bar attachment. This is the brace that mounts to bumper and the drop down bracket.
Trucker Don's Workshop thank you.
@@frankjohnson7640 where can I find this bracket for a g9? My kit didn't come with one, and man I need it. Sliding side to side
How much was the lift and tires do you have a link. Thank you
I think the lift was 80-100 tires 400-500 it's been a few years now so prices may have went up but here's where I got them. Thanks for watching themjzmgolf.com/
There isn't much to it. Thanks for the view
So glad to see your video. I have the same cart and wanted to see an econ lift before I bought one. Thank You!! I would like to see the results if possible. I have never had a cart and I'm learning as I go. Have changed the wheels to 10" ones, working on the brakes now. Please email me if you don't mind showing your results and maybe giving me some pointers. Thanks! patdan@charter.net
Dan Patton Hi glad you liked the video.I will be doing a follow up on the cart.its up at our campsite now .but will do.another video soon Thanks