I have one. My grandfather left it to me. It sat under a tarp for the last 25 years behind my parents shed. Seats are perfect, probably has 20 original hours on it. My kids went out last weekend and towed it into my dads shop. It was running within the next 2 hours. 4 new tires, a spark plug and a battery. Good times for the kids.
Just bought a G1 1983 foir $250. Needs a relay, belt, throttle cable, Ign switch and a Volt Regulator. Has 120psi Compression. Excited! Get the parts in 5 days!
I just purchased a Yamaha G1 2 stroke engine. I am a big fan after watching this one video. Made me LMAO. Seems to me you don't golf. Since I'm getting old I need one of those ropes to the sky. Thanks
To anyone with a G-1 that smokes , take muffler out and barbecue it ---- burns out all oil -- , took 30-45 minutes even blew air in it and flames blew out end for 10 minutes lol One of the forums suggested it, mine ran perfect after that
I just bought one a couple days ago. He said it wouldn’t run…. It needed a battery and the vacuum hose to the fuel pump was cracked. I replaced that and away she went ! 🇺🇸👍🙋♂️🖖🏻
My mom has 1 that I am going to try and get it running again. 1st part is to modify a battery new battery box for it since the old has rusted away. Then I hope to get it running again.
I have one also it was running great until yesterday we had to push it the last 100meters to the club house. The motor may be dead. Nowon around where I live 😢 that can fix it
Mine does that exact thing. Foot to the floor and nothing. It used to put along at 1’ per sec and then catch and take off like a madman. Gotta figure out why.
I have 2 G1 yamaha carts....1 runs, and in progress of resto-pimp...the other the engine is out 😕 no idea what's wrong with it, that's how I purchased it.
Cheers fella! I'm searching for a G1 and your video just cemented my resolve to get one ASAP. Great video..."foot to the floor, rope to the sky" Legendary!
I'm in need of a cart mainly to pull two bins, garbage, and recycling to the front of the property. The driveway alone is equivalent to 2 suburban blocks. There's a slope on the top of the driveway near the home. Someone is selling one for $2k. The photos of the cart for sale look good, but those can be deceiving until I look in person. 1. What do these carts go for in good condition on the market these days? 2. Does it have the power I need as stated above? Any advice from you guys out there is welcomed. Thank you in advance. Angel from The Bay
Unfortunately I didn't install this hitch as it came with my golf cart when I got it. I think it's just a piece of steel welded onto the steel rear bumper
Ive had the same cart for seven years and never done anything to the thing and its sat out side all winter and summer and she fires right up! You cant kill these machines
Any way to get the part numbers off the selenoid pak and volage regulator? I have one of those boys and those parts are missing. please assist? Much apreciated.
I just picked one of these up, an ‘88. How in heck is yours so fast?!? Mine pokes along. Have not adjusted governor yet. Mine no longer has oil injection, I premix 50:1 with no ethanol rec gas. Lift kit, tires, lights and paint this winter.
That sounds like a nice setup you've got. I have no idea why mine is so fast. It sure goes like the wind. Although it is currnetly not running haha. I've got a winter project ahead of me to likely clean the carb out and see why its not running again. Will be back in it's glory before long I hope haha
I have a Yamaha g1 j-31 engine I believe it’s a 1984-5-6 .? It was running fine for a year then all the sudden it won’t hardly run if at all . I checked it has low compression. Any ideas? I’m going to check piston rings first I think . Thanks for any input
I always start by removing and cleaning the carb. If there's low compression it's likely a head gasket or worn engine rings I figure. I've never torn down the engine on my old Yamaha though so not 100% sure
Sawing with Sandy thanks for the reply. I got the piston off it’s chipped and the rings are also worn down. I just got to order another stock piston an replace it now .
I just got one for free not sure what year but I know it’s a g1, I need to wire up an electric fuel pump and get a battery, but I pulled it home behind my car and now the rear axle is locked up, is that going to be hard to fix?
If you jack it up and turn one wheel forward, the other turns in reverse. The total traction is evenly distributed to both wheels. If one looses grip, you go no where. The G1 is one tough cart. It didn’t catch on due to the 2 stroke noise and smell from the oil injection system. It was made from 1979-89.
Also advise not removing gov so u can keep it 20mph and under or you'll burn out the engine fast very common thing with most gas carts and lift kits are very dangerous
Just got.me one yesterday!! So fast. Smokes a hella lot. Doesnt turn over right away. Takes a minute. The oil tank was bipassed and it use 2 stroke engine oil mix. With an electric fuel starter pump. Once it gets going... It going!!
Yeah I hear ya. I just made mine into a premix machine in case the oil injection pump ever quit on me. I'm still haveing some back fire issues so have to figure that out before I can go for a rip again.
As a previous Yamaha G1 owner I can confirm, these things are FAST. And yes, they only work properly when nobody is looking.
Sure are quick!
I have one. My grandfather left it to me. It sat under a tarp for the last 25 years behind my parents shed. Seats are perfect, probably has 20 original hours on it. My kids went out last weekend and towed it into my dads shop. It was running within the next 2 hours. 4 new tires, a spark plug and a battery. Good times for the kids.
I have 1 also.. lifted 3 inches and has offroad tires on it with dump bed !
I like the name (not sure if it's referring to Jim Lahey) but that's what came to mind
Just bought a G1 1983 foir $250. Needs a relay, belt, throttle cable, Ign switch and a Volt Regulator. Has 120psi Compression. Excited! Get the parts in 5 days!
Can't go wrong there! Have fun!
I have a G1 that is the same about starting very cold nature cart.
N.C. here...I own a custom Yama ha G1,2 stroke..that has a custom motor that runs in both directions. ..anyway enjoyed your custom ride...
Sure is a great ride!
I just purchased a Yamaha G1 2 stroke engine. I am a big fan after watching this one video. Made me LMAO. Seems to me you don't golf. Since I'm getting old I need one of those ropes to the sky. Thanks
Haha thanks Paul. I do actually golf and probably sparked my interest in them initially. Lots of fun for sure
To anyone with a G-1 that smokes , take muffler out and barbecue it ---- burns out all oil -- , took 30-45 minutes even blew air in it and flames blew out end for 10 minutes lol
One of the forums suggested it, mine ran perfect after that
This is pure comedy. Why does this channel not have more subs
I just bought one a couple days ago. He said it wouldn’t run…. It needed a battery and the vacuum hose to the fuel pump was cracked. I replaced that and away she went ! 🇺🇸👍🙋♂️🖖🏻
I got the same thing with the same glitches. :-)
My mom has 1 that I am going to try and get it running again. 1st part is to modify a battery new battery box for it since the old has rusted away. Then I hope to get it running again.
I have one also it was running great until yesterday we had to push it the last 100meters to the club house. The motor may be dead. Nowon around where I live 😢 that can fix it
I have a 79 3 wheel ezgo with a robin engine...Ole pal you made me smile tonight...string to the sky....
Mine does that exact thing. Foot to the floor and nothing. It used to put along at 1’ per sec and then catch and take off like a madman. Gotta figure out why.
Pure good times there bud! Loved this vid! I was having a good laugh many times on this one!! Now I want a golf cart!! Thanks! Cheers!
hahah love the golfcarts
A feller just scooped one of these baby’s up turns out the pistions burnt up good news a new ones only 20$!
i have an 84 as well, mine was doing that intermittent starting as well, new spark plug and it goes every time now, easy $3 fix
Unfortunately I tried that to no avail. Back to carb cleaning I think
@@sawingwithsandy dang, oh another issue was the black ground wire glass tube fuse located near the rear passenger tire was blown
Good to know. Thanks I’ll check that out
I also need to replace the clutch.. 😟
I have 2 G1 yamaha carts....1 runs, and in progress of resto-pimp...the other the engine is out 😕 no idea what's wrong with it, that's how I purchased it.
I found one im currently trying to rescue from an abandoned golf course maybe i should upload some videos of the rescue
Absolutely!
Cheers fella! I'm searching for a G1 and your video just cemented my resolve to get one ASAP. Great video..."foot to the floor, rope to the sky" Legendary!
Great to hear!
I'm in need of a cart mainly to pull two bins, garbage, and recycling to the front of the property. The driveway alone is equivalent to 2 suburban blocks. There's a slope on the top of the driveway near the home. Someone is selling one for $2k. The photos of the cart for sale look good, but those can be deceiving until I look in person.
1. What do these carts go for in good condition on the market these days?
2. Does it have the power I need as stated above?
Any advice from you guys out there is welcomed. Thank you in advance. Angel from The Bay
I’d say it would have the power for sure. Around my area an older Yamaha golf cart like mine would sell for 1200-2000 cdn.
@@sawingwithsandy Thank you I appreciate you chiming in.
MountainAngel
Hello - can you show how you installed hitch on the gulf cart? We have the same gulf cart and like to add hitch.
Unfortunately I didn't install this hitch as it came with my golf cart when I got it. I think it's just a piece of steel welded onto the steel rear bumper
Poor man's side by side
Absolutely!
The thing your calling a "starter" is the alternator lol
Actually its a starter / generator
i just got one just like yours im having reverse issues with mine
That is one unique cart! I love all of the customizations.
It's a speed demon haha.
spray on plasti dip works for painting the steering wheel
Thanks for the tip!
Ive had the same cart for seven years and never done anything to the thing and its sat out side all winter and summer and she fires right up! You cant kill these machines
Imagine how many times the engine has had to turn on and off and its surprising they still run so well.
I just bought mine today has lift kit and 4 new mud tires make more vids w golf cart plz you are hilarious.
Thanks for checking out the videos Michael. I’m always on the hunt for more golf cart projects.
I got one from my father in law. Trying to get it running 🤞🏻
I’ve got an 86 g1 and Ive run her like a dog for several years now no major problems yet
Just bought a 85 G1. She runs like a top! My jakes lift kit is being delivered today. 22” tires on 12” rims are waiting in the garage 👍
Love it. Should be a great project
I got one as well it’s a beast with no govnor on it , major donuts
Gotta love it
Any way to get the part numbers off the selenoid pak and volage regulator? I have one of those boys and those parts are missing. please assist? Much apreciated.
Unfortunately I don't have any part numbers for it. Sometimes I find success looking up parts diagrams online for these old carts
Planning on picking one of these gems up this weekend, to dink around in the trails around the house. Love the video. Very entertaining.
Steve Bussard I love all things with motors and it keeps me feeling young. I’m sure you’ll have a blast
I just picked up a yamaha g1 golf cart.. Not sure about what type of gas or if I need to mix anything with the gas.. Please help.. Thanks
I have one blow the engine up the oiler quit Nate piston and rings how do you go about get any oversize piston
Just got one of these. Loving it so far. Previous owner removed the auto lube system so I have to mix oil in with gas.
I just picked one of these up, an ‘88. How in heck is yours so fast?!? Mine pokes along. Have not adjusted governor yet. Mine no longer has oil injection, I premix 50:1 with no ethanol rec gas. Lift kit, tires, lights and paint this winter.
That sounds like a nice setup you've got. I have no idea why mine is so fast. It sure goes like the wind. Although it is currnetly not running haha. I've got a winter project ahead of me to likely clean the carb out and see why its not running again. Will be back in it's glory before long I hope haha
Just got one for free hoping to have it running before the summer ends lol
I have a Yamaha g1 j-31 engine I believe it’s a 1984-5-6 .? It was running fine for a year then all the sudden it won’t hardly run if at all . I checked it has low compression. Any ideas? I’m going to check piston rings first I think . Thanks for any input
Nevermind , I pulled the head off an a small chunk was missing out of the piston . Hope to just be able to replace piston
I always start by removing and cleaning the carb. If there's low compression it's likely a head gasket or worn engine rings I figure. I've never torn down the engine on my old Yamaha though so not 100% sure
Sawing with Sandy thanks for the reply. I got the piston off it’s chipped and the rings are also worn down. I just got to order another stock piston an replace it now .
excuse me its a 212cc not a 20cc as u voiced several times
What kind of gas does it take
Best to clean carb if you let it sit and if its smokey prolly need to burn the carbon build up in muffler
I just got one for free not sure what year but I know it’s a g1, I need to wire up an electric fuel pump and get a battery, but I pulled it home behind my car and now the rear axle is locked up, is that going to be hard to fix?
The rear axle may be a bit of an issue if it seized due to heat but put some gear oil in there and seen if it’ll break loose
The G1 is not a single wheel drive as he claims. It has the same differential as a passenger car.
Devin Heber I was just playing in the video. Sure feels like an open diff
Devin Heber you gotta come back for a new video I’ve got coming out in the next while as I’ve got a new toy to introduce
If you jack it up and turn one wheel forward, the other turns in reverse. The total traction is evenly distributed to both wheels. If one looses grip, you go no where. The G1 is one tough cart. It didn’t catch on due to the 2 stroke noise and smell from the oil injection system. It was made from 1979-89.
Devin Heber sounds like you have experience we these carts
Thanks for sharing. I love two strokes but I know what you mean about the noise and smoke
I have one but wont run. Its got everything it needs to run but doesn't. I have no clue why. Any help?
I wonder if it’s the fuel pump
mine hasnt been touched in almost 15 years lmao
Solid machines. Except mine has now quit running as we speak haga
@@sawingwithsandy ahhh! Time to fix her up lmao
Yeah I think this winter I’ll get it back into fine form
its a 200cc not a 20cc
u said G 2 ummmmm
Oh my gosh you're like a 12 year old boy! Cracks me up!
Foot to the rug is my moto
Also advise not removing gov so u can keep it 20mph and under or you'll burn out the engine fast very common thing with most gas carts and lift kits are very dangerous
Just got.me one yesterday!! So fast. Smokes a hella lot. Doesnt turn over right away. Takes a minute.
The oil tank was bipassed and it use 2 stroke engine oil mix. With an electric fuel starter pump.
Once it gets going... It going!!
Yeah I hear ya. I just made mine into a premix machine in case the oil injection pump ever quit on me. I'm still haveing some back fire issues so have to figure that out before I can go for a rip again.