Great video. I have an 05' ST Sport 2x2 with the same engine. My engine is strong, but I've considered yanking it and rebuilding it for fun. Thanks again for putting this together.
I don't suppose you still have that engine. Had a fire on my yesterday and I need a few parts which, as you say, are not readily available. (Mainly the fan and shroud/cover on the passenger side.)
Ricardo, I have the same engine, and need to take out, as it has a cylinder not moving.... hoping for the best, but expecting the worst!!! THANK YOU for this video.... I don't care that you all aren't professional mechanics, this has helped me tremendously. Do you still have the old motor???
Ricardo. Thank you so much for this video. On Halloween I will be flying from TX to CT to fix my sisters EZ-GO 2003 TXT . If at all possible would you please let me know the most common sockets, tools you used. I will be changing battery, carb, fuel pump, filters, and valve adjustment. Thank you Byron Juen
For what you're doing you'll need flathead screwdrivers, a 10mm socket and an open end wrench for valve adjustment maybe also 10mm. A gapping tool will also be needed for the valve lashes. I would also replace all the fuel lines while you're at it. Good luck!
I used a 625 from Vegas Carts (I do not recommend buying anything from them). You can see the motor in the start up video I posted. If I had to do it again I would just buy a motor from Harbor Freight. Much less expensive and better customer service.
I'm about to replace the engine in mine. I am going to research more on a swap first though. Your son did great! Love the fact that you guys worked so well together.
Great video, extremely helpful! I need to decide what to do since I think the motor in my EZGO MPT 1200 shelled out. It has the Robin 350cc. How difficult was the conversion you did? - Thanks again for the good work.
The conversion was not terribly difficult, but I absolutely do not recommend Vegas Carts. Their customer service is terrible. If I were to do it again I would just get a motor from Harbor Freight and buy a mounting kit from Cart Parts plus. Or buy the entire kit from them. Best advice I can give is steer clear of Vegas Carts.
@@ricardocorleone6963 Just pulled my engine and your video was a great help. I did a couple of things a little differently because I am going with a rebuilt motor but your video was invaluable for saving time and knowing the steps involved. Thanks again!
I'm working on a 03 ezgo with the 2 cyl robin Pulse coil at 20.9 ohm, coil primary at 3.6 ohm secondary is 21.8 ohm ( out of spec, but both new ones also out at 17.7 & 18.9 out the box) All grounds replaced and getting ground. New ignitor (3 actually, but 2 from different year ) New voltage regulator. New solenoid. Still no spark. Cranks, but no spark. Even checked to make sure battery didn't somehow switch polarity. I have run 12v through each individual wire, wiggling and jiggling the wire to see if there was any loss of voltage. Nothing. Replaced all connectors, and still no spark. Any recommendations on a fix from anyone would be greatly appreciated
@@ricardocorleone6963 have you ever had the cover off a robin motor to see the coil? Im almost thinking maybe there is something missing in there. The surface the pulse coil runs off of is just flat metal. There is only a small maybey 1/2 slot to break connection (or make connection if coil uses magnet to stay connected) Im used to a atvs and motorcycles having a small piece that sticks up to activate it. Not sure how this system works. Just set at 30 thou from that metal surface.
See my other videos. It's still running, but in hindsight I would have been better off rebuilding the stocker. Accessories to the new engine are pretty poorly made.
My response is a bit late as I just saw the video, the ground wire goes from a bolt that secures the plate that the solenoid, voltage regulator and the igniter is mounted to, to the starter/gen/ to the plate that holds the coil. So, 3 connections on that one ground.
Lol I just bought a project and cart, 99 ezgo txt. I am realizing I might need more than I thought, are you selling anything? I need a starter/generator, drive clutch( I think), mine seems to be missing the cover for some reason and I can’t buy just the cover anywhere haha. Where are you located?
I was looking to see how the gas tank comes out,, I tried removing most of what you removed in the first few minutes hoping it would slide out but I don’t think it’s coming out that way,,,
@@ricardocorleone6963 I"MLOOKING FOR A GOOD ENGINE WIRING HARNESS OR JUST PICS OF IT IF IT'S STILL HOOKED UP. i HAVE A COUPLE WIRES THAT i CAN'T FIGURE OUT WHERE THEY GO.
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Although I am not ready for an engine pull or rebuild, golf carts are still new to me and I learned much. Thank you for your entry.
You're welcome! I learned a lot through the entire project.
Great video. I have an 05' ST Sport 2x2 with the same engine. My engine is strong, but I've considered yanking it and rebuilding it for fun. Thanks again for putting this together.
Hope you found it helpful was just kinda guessing my way through the process :)
@@ricardocorleone6963 2 years later, I haven't pulled it yet. Runs good still.
Really good video! Thank u
did you ever discover what that white wire was behind the plastic cowling was that you removed?
Someone wrote in the comments that it's for the oil pressure switch. Don't know if that's correct or not I didn't need it anymore.
I don't suppose you still have that engine. Had a fire on my yesterday and I need a few parts which, as you say, are not readily available. (Mainly the fan and shroud/cover on the passenger side.)
Sorry I sold it quite a while ago.
@@ricardocorleone6963 I assumed that, but you never know.
What is that white wire over the top
Ricardo, I have the same engine, and need to take out, as it has a cylinder not moving.... hoping for the best, but expecting the worst!!! THANK YOU for this video.... I don't care that you all aren't professional mechanics, this has helped me tremendously. Do you still have the old motor???
Hope it helps. Lol I do still have the old motor in the garage. Don't tell my wife :)
MYSTERY WIRE IS OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
Lol mystery solved!
Ricardo. Thank you so much for this video. On Halloween I will be flying from TX to CT to fix my sisters EZ-GO 2003 TXT . If at all possible would you please let me know the most common sockets, tools you used. I will be changing battery, carb, fuel pump, filters, and valve adjustment. Thank you Byron Juen
For what you're doing you'll need flathead screwdrivers, a 10mm socket and an open end wrench for valve adjustment maybe also 10mm. A gapping tool will also be needed for the valve lashes. I would also replace all the fuel lines while you're at it. Good luck!
Great video.... About to rebuild mine
Do you still have any parts from the original throttle assembly?
I might I'd have to look.
@@ricardocorleone6963 I'd buy it if you have it still
good job! What engine did you used to replace it . I think these Robin engines are discontinuted.
I used a 625 from Vegas Carts (I do not recommend buying anything from them). You can see the motor in the start up video I posted. If I had to do it again I would just buy a motor from Harbor Freight. Much less expensive and better customer service.
Great video! Thanks
Glad you liked it. I have done so many other projects since this I need to start recording them!
I'm about to replace the engine in mine. I am going to research more on a swap first though. Your son did great! Love the fact that you guys worked so well together.
Lol yes I tried to edit out the cursing...
Great video, extremely helpful! I need to decide what to do since I think the motor in my EZGO MPT 1200 shelled out. It has the Robin 350cc. How difficult was the conversion you did? - Thanks again for the good work.
The conversion was not terribly difficult, but I absolutely do not recommend Vegas Carts. Their customer service is terrible. If I were to do it again I would just get a motor from Harbor Freight and buy a mounting kit from Cart Parts plus. Or buy the entire kit from them. Best advice I can give is steer clear of Vegas Carts.
@@ricardocorleone6963 Just pulled my engine and your video was a great help. I did a couple of things a little differently because I am going with a rebuilt motor but your video was invaluable for saving time and knowing the steps involved. Thanks again!
@@cjfrey3958 glad to hear it. Good luck with the rebuilt motor.
How does the clutch come off the crank thanks
Just have to pry it off. There is also a clutch puller tool you can use. Remove the center bolt first of course:)
I'm working on a 03 ezgo with the 2 cyl robin
Pulse coil at 20.9 ohm, coil primary at 3.6 ohm secondary
is 21.8 ohm ( out of spec, but both new ones also out at 17.7 & 18.9 out the box)
All grounds replaced and getting ground.
New ignitor (3 actually, but 2 from different year )
New voltage regulator.
New solenoid.
Still no spark. Cranks, but no spark.
Even checked to make sure battery didn't somehow switch polarity.
I have run 12v through each individual wire, wiggling and jiggling the wire to see if there was any loss of voltage. Nothing.
Replaced all connectors, and still no spark.
Any recommendations on a fix from anyone would be greatly appreciated
I don't have an answer for you, but I find the buggiesgonewild forum very helpful. There are some knowledgeable folks over there.
@@ricardocorleone6963 have you ever had the cover off a robin motor to see the coil?
Im almost thinking maybe there is something missing in there.
The surface the pulse coil runs off of is just flat metal. There is only a small maybey 1/2 slot to break connection (or make connection if coil uses magnet to stay connected)
Im used to a atvs and motorcycles having a small piece that sticks up to activate it. Not sure how this system works. Just set at 30 thou from that metal surface.
do a output check on the igniter (pulse coil, pickup coil) ua-cam.com/video/-2LipaAN_Y8/v-deo.html this worked for me on my golf cart
if that will not fix it check out replacing the little black ignition box with a gm ua-cam.com/video/NYvlt7N2rio/v-deo.html
Can you tell me what the compression should be on a 1988 Robin's motor
What engine did you replace with and problems?
See my other videos. It's still running, but in hindsight I would have been better off rebuilding the stocker. Accessories to the new engine are pretty poorly made.
Thanks Ricardo….
Where did that ground wire go 2 that you took off behind that plate behind carb
My response is a bit late as I just saw the video, the ground wire goes from a bolt that secures the plate that the solenoid, voltage regulator and the igniter is mounted to, to the starter/gen/ to the plate that holds the coil. So, 3 connections on that one ground.
2 years later and I still haven't pulled mine out. Runs too good. Did you end up rebuilding the motor? or replacing it.
Great video! What did you do with the old engine?
It's sitting in my garage lol
Lol I just bought a project and cart, 99 ezgo txt. I am realizing I might need more than I thought, are you selling anything? I need a starter/generator, drive clutch( I think), mine seems to be missing the cover for some reason and I can’t buy just the cover anywhere haha. Where are you located?
@@davidsieklicki3155 South Florida
Do you know of anyone that sells a replacement Robin engine?
I don't. There are a few places online that will rebuild one for you. They may sell them too. Google is your friend.
what motor did you replace it with?
Zongshen 625 see my other videos
Nice video...you sound like Tom hanks lol
Lol hope it was helpful.
I was looking to see how the gas tank comes out,, I tried removing most of what you removed in the first few minutes hoping it would slide out but I don’t think it’s coming out that way,,,
You have to remove the body. Drill the rivets out and lift it off. A pain to have to do but just about the only way to get it out.
@@teedee9903 yessir,,, No other way for sure,,Thanks
@@johnrhardin6460 , you welcome. I have pulled off more than I can count. At age 74 I still love working on these things. Cheers :)
It's your vacuum line for the fuel pump
White wire is oil pressure digital guage
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DO YOU HAVE ANY ENGINE PARTS THAT YOU'D WANT TO SELL?
I still have the entire motor in my garage.
@@ricardocorleone6963 I"MLOOKING FOR A GOOD ENGINE WIRING HARNESS OR JUST PICS OF IT IF IT'S STILL HOOKED UP. i HAVE A COUPLE WIRES THAT i CAN'T FIGURE OUT WHERE THEY GO.
Sure wish I could have that clutch for mine!
@@ricardocorleone6963 do you still have the motor??
ya'll are a train wreck
Cause of the oil pressure sending unit